The Dinah Cocktail is a whiskey-based drink combining bourbon, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and mint for a balanced, citrus-forward flavor profile. It's an approachable cocktail that highlights quality bourbon without overwhelming heat or bitterness.
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Shake well with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.
Cocktails are best served immediately after shaking. Pre-batch the bourbon, lemon juice, and syrup for up to 1 week in a sealed container; shake with fresh ice and mint just before serving.
cocktail shaker · jigger · bar spoon · strainer
Fresh lemon juice is essential for the drink's bright acidity and flavor balance. Bottled juice will produce a noticeably duller result.
Use a mid-range bourbon (80–100 proof) with balanced sweetness and oak notes. Avoid high-rye bourbons, which can overpower the citrus and mint.
Gently muddle 4–5 mint leaves to release oils, then add remaining ingredients. Over-muddling bruises the leaves and releases bitter compounds.
Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a chilled glass filled with fresh ice, and garnish with a fresh mint leaf.
Mix bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup in advance, but add fresh mint and ice only when serving to preserve flavor and freshness.
