Dinah Cocktail

Name: Dinah Cocktail Recipe (Bourbon Whiskey)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 Juice of a Lemon; 1/2 tsp Powdered Sugar; 1 1/2 oz Old Mr. Boston Whiskey; 2 or 3 sprig Fresh Mint

The Dinah is a refreshing whiskey cocktail combining bourbon or rye with fresh lemon juice, powdered sugar, and mint. It's a smooth, citrus-forward drink that bridges a classic sour and julep style.

🏷️Equipment: cocktail glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Old Mr. Boston De Luxe Official Bartender's Guide

Ingredients

1/4 Juice of a Lemon
1/2 tsp Powdered Sugar
1 1/2 oz Old Mr. Boston Whiskey

2 or 3 sprig Fresh Mint

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Instructions

1
Shake very well with cracked ice and strain into 3 oz.
2
cocktail glass.
3
Serve with a mint leaf.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill your glass with ice before building the drink to maintain temperature and dilution balance.
Use fresh-squeezed lemon juice; bottled will flatten the citrus character.
Gently bruise mint by pressing it against the glass or ice rather than hard muddling to avoid bitterness.
Shake well with ice and strain to chill and properly combine the sugar, juice, and whiskey.

Substitutions

Old Mr. Boston Whiskey → any bourbon, rye, or blended whiskey (flavor profile will shift slightly)
Powdered sugar → 1/2 tsp simple syrup (dissolves easier in cold liquid)

Storage & make-ahead

Cocktails are best served immediately after preparation; do not store mixed drinks.

Equipment

cocktail shaker · jigger · citrus juicer or hand press · strainer

Common Questions

Can I use a different whiskey for the Dinah?

Yes. The recipe works with bourbon, blended whiskey, rye, or Canadian whiskey. Rye will give a spicier profile, while bourbon delivers smoothness.

Should I muddle the mint?

Light bruising of the mint releases oils without over-extracting bitterness. Gently press the sprigs against the glass rather than aggressively muddling.

Can I make this without fresh mint?

Fresh mint is key to the Dinah's character. If unavailable, skip it rather than use dried; the drink becomes a basic whiskey sour.

What's the best way to juice a lemon for this cocktail?

Use a hand juicer or citrus press for maximum juice extraction. Strain out pulp and seeds. Fresh juice is essential; bottled lemon juice will not deliver the same brightness.