Dublin Minstrel
A herbal, citrusy riff on the Last Word that swaps gin for Irish whiskey, named after the vaudeville performer who may have introduced the original cocktail to America.
- 1 ozirish whiskey
- ¾ ozgreen chartreuse
- ¾ ozmaraschino liqueur
- ¾ ozfresh lime juice
- Lime zest twistgarnish
- 1Chill a Nick & Nora glass in the freezer or fill with ice water while you prepare the drink.
- 2Add the Irish whiskey, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and fresh lime juice to a cocktail shaker.
- 3Add ice and shake vigorously for 12 to 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4Discard the ice from your chilled glass.
- 5Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into the Nick & Nora glass.
- 6Express a lime zest twist over the surface of the drink, run the peel around the rim, and place it on the edge of the glass to garnish.
Share this page
The Dublin Minstrel was created by Simon Difford on February 12, 2015, at the Cabinet Room in London, England. It is a riff on the classic Last Word cocktail — a Prohibition-era equal-parts drink of gin, green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice — with Irish whiskey standing in for gin. The drink takes its name from Frank Fogarty, a vaudeville performer billed as "The Dublin Minstrel." Fogarty is referenced in Ted Saucier's 1951 book Bottoms Up as the man who introduced the Last Word cocktail to the Detroit Athletic Club around 1920, making him a pivotal if often overlooked figure in cocktail history. Using Irish whiskey in place of gin softens the botanical sharpness of the original, letting the sweet herbal complexity of the green Chartreuse and the cherry notes of the maraschino come forward, balanced by the bright acidity of fresh lime.
🛒 Tools for This Recipe
Everything you need to make a great Dublin Minstrel at home.
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. These links help support Jigger & Joy at no extra cost to you. Learn more
🍸 Drink Responsibly: Alcoholic beverages should only be consumed by adults of legal drinking age. Never drink and drive. If you choose to drink, please do so responsibly. Excessive alcohol consumption can be harmful to your health. If you or someone you know struggles with alcohol, contact the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357.
⚠️ Allergen Notice: Allergen information provided on this site is for general guidance only and may not be complete or accurate. Ingredients and formulations can vary by brand and may change without notice. If you have food allergies or sensitivities, always verify ingredients directly with manufacturers and check all product labels before consumption. Consult a healthcare professional if you have specific dietary concerns. Jigger & Joy is not liable for any adverse reactions resulting from the consumption of recipes on this site.
Disclaimer: Recipes are provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nutritional information, ABV estimates, and other data are approximations and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods used.