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Dr. Avondale

August 3, 2025

Cocktails Modern Whisky
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Named in honour of Jeff R., emergency physician, professor of medicine, beekeeper, whisky collector, world traveller, and one of our Flavor Camp Spirits School Founding Members—this cocktail is our way of saying thank you. As part of our founding supporter series, each member receives a custom drink inspired by their flavor preferences, personal story, and spirit of curiosity.
Jeff’s? Let’s just say it required a little extra brainpower.
“Dr. Avondale” draws on his love of bold, herbal flavours and a deep connection to Niagara’s landscape. Lot 40 Dark Oak Rye lays the foundation, accented by 10 drops of bee propolis, a splash of ice wine from the region, a hint of Benedictine, and Peychaud’s bitters, brought to life with a touch of fresh Morroccan mint (as he has travelled to Morocco). It’s a cocktail that’s confident but understated, grounded but well-travelled.
Serve it neat or over a large cube, and raise a glass to lifelong learners who keep our community sharp, curious, and thirsty for more.

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Dr. Avondale

Recipe by Flavor CampDifficulty: Moderate

Flavor Camps: Boozy, Sweet, Herbal

Ingredients

  • 2.0 oz Lot 40 Dark Oak Rye

  • 1.0 oz Ice Wine

  • 0.25 oz Benedictine

  • 10 drops Bee Propolis

  • 2 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters

  • 1 bar spoon Rich Demerara syrup (2:1)

  • Fresh Moroccan Mint

  • Garnish: Mint

Directions

  • In a cocktail shaker muddle mint.
  • Add ice and ingredients and shake.
  • Double strain into a chilled coupe.
  • Garnish with fresh slapped mint and enjoy.

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