Martin Desaulniers
2026-03-17T17:00:34-04:00

Irish Buck is a bright whisky buck with fresh lime, clover honey, and spicy ginger beer, crisp, lively, and built for length.

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Irish Buck is bright, direct, and built for length. Whisky No.4 brings warmth and grain, fresh lime keeps the drink taut, and clover honey softens the edges without weighing it down. Topped with spicy ginger beer, it lands crisp, lively, and easy to return to.

Ingredients

2oz Whisky No.4

3oz spicy ginger beer

0.25 oz clover honey syrup

2 fresh lime wheels

Garnish: mint or lemon balm

How to Make It

1. Fill a tall glass generously with ice.

2. Add Whisky No.4, clover honey syrup, and the lime wheels.

3. Top with spicy ginger beer.

4. Stir gently to combine.

5. Garnish with mint or lemon balm.

Pro Tips

Why this build works: Whisky No.4 gives the drink its structure, while lime and spicy ginger beer keep it bright and lifted. The clover honey smooths the transition between warmth, citrus, and spice.

Use the right honey: clover honey keeps the sweetness light and clean. A darker honey will push the drink in a heavier direction.

Let the ginger lead: a spicier ginger beer gives the buck more tension and a longer finish.

Garnish with purpose: mint makes the drink feel cooler and fresher. Lemon balm leans softer and more aromatic.