Mar 7 2020
St Patrick's Day and Irish Whisky
Elizabeth and Abigail trace the evolution of St Patrick's Day celebrations and offer some whisky drinking advice for the day. Much of the information on the day comes from The Wearing of the Green: A History of St. Patrick's Day by Michael Cronin and Daryl Adair. to listen to the history of Irish Whisky, visit A Story of Irish Whisky podcast. Abigail recommends making a punch using Irish Whisky featured on her blog. The recipe is below:Irish Channel PunchSatsuma is a local Louisiana citrus in season in the fall. Its bright and bitter citrus flavor is perfect match with the subtle golden spiciness of the Irish whiskey.Satsuma PunchMAKES 9½ CUPS INGREDIENTS8 oz. fresh satsuma juice, plus zest8 oz. fresh lemon juice, plus zest8 oz sugar750 ml strong Assam tea1 (750 ml) bottle Irish whiskey2 oz. Amer Hiver (Bitter orange and cinnamon liqueur)1 oz. rosewater syrup*Freshly grated nutmeg, for servingSatsuma peel, for garnish INSTRUCTIONSIn a large punch bowl, toss the satsuma zest and lemon zest with the turbinado sugar and muddle well. Let sit for one hour.2. Add satsuma juice, lemon juice, tea, whiskey, liqueur, and rosewater syrup; stir until sugar has dissolved. Strain, chill, and serve with a dash of grated nutmeg. Garnish with satsuma peel, if you like.Rosewater syrup can be found in some specialty stores. Or you can make a simple syrup and ad a few drops of rosewater to taste.