Shamrock Sour
Does anything say St. Patrick’s Day quite like this festive green twist on the classic whiskey sour?
Ingredients
- 50ml whisky – I’d suggest Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt Scotch
- 25ml fresh lemon juice
- 15ml simple syrup
- 10ml Midori
- Salt
- Ice
- Lemon wedge for garnish (optional)
Method
- Add ice, whisky, lemon juice, simple syrup and Midori to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake well.Strain into a glass of your choice filled with ice.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge.
Good for: Those who love whisky sours – and are ready to embrace the green flair.
Green Punch
A crowd-pleasing punch that’s easy to make in large batches.
Ingredients
- 500ml pineapple juice
- 250ml lemonade
- 250ml vodka – I’d recommend Belvedere Organic Vodka
- 50ml blue curaçao
- Ice
- Lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Method
- In a large punch bowl, add the pineapple juice, lemonade, vodka and blue curaçao.
- Stir gently.Add ice.Serve in a glass of your choice.
- Garnish with lemon wedges.
Good for: Party hosts – it’s easy to make and will keep your guests refreshed.
Shamrockaritas
Who doesn’t love the iconic margarita with a decidedly Irish twist?
Ingredients
- 50ml tequila – Ocho Tequila Blanco is a superb choice
- 25ml lime juice
- 15ml triple sec – Cointreau would be my top pick
- 10ml simple syrup
- Green food colouring (optional – but it is St. Paddy’s Day after all!)
- Ice
- Lime wedge for garnish (optional)
Method
- Optional – start by rimming a glass of your choice with salt. Once finished, fill it with ice.
- Add the tequila, lime juice, triple sec and simple syrup to a shaker.
- Shake thoroughly and strain into your glass.
- Add a drop of green food colouring.
- Garnish with lime wedge.
Good for: Bringing a burst of flavour – great for any Margarita lover.
Irish Coffee
A warm and comforting classic.
Ingredients
- Whiskey – I’d recommend Smooth Ambler Old Scout
- 1tbsp brown sugar
- 120ml hot brewed coffee
- Whipped cream (as much as needed)
Method
- Add brown sugar to a glass and pour in the whiskey.
- Stir gently until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour in the hot coffee and stir gently.
- Top with whipped cream – as much or as little as you like.
Good for: Enjoying in the evening, when all the festivities are winding down.
Black Velvet
A wonderfully smooth and velvety cocktail combining Guinness and sparkling wine.
Ingredients
- 125ml Champagne – I’d recommend Gold-medal Louis Dumont Champagne
- 125ml Guinness stout
Method
- Add Guinness to a flute glass – fill until half full.
- Slowly pour the Champagne into the glass.
Good for: Celebrating in style – this is a sophisticated drink for those who want to keep it classy.
Irish Old Fashioned
A classic Old Fashioned with a slightly sweet twist.
Ingredients
- 50ml Irish whiskey
- 1tsp simple syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Ice
- Orange peel for garnish (optional)
Method
- Add ice to a glass of your choice.
- Pour in and gently stir the simple syrup and bitters.
- Add the whiskey and stir again.
- Garnish with orange peel.
Good for: Those who appreciate a simple, yet refined cocktail.
Irish Mule
A twist on the Moscow Mule, swapping out the vodka for whiskey.
Ingredients
- 50m Irish whiskey
- 150ml ginger beer
- 15ml fresh lime juice
- Ice
- Lime wedge for garnish (optional)
Method
- Add ice to a copper mug or glass of your choice.
- Pour in the whiskey and lime juice.
- Stir gently, the top with ginger beer then stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
Good for: Getting the vibe of the party back, it’s fizzy and makes for a great pick-me-up.
Nutty Irishman
A rich and creamy nut-flavoured cocktail – ideal for sipping as a dessert drink.
Ingredients
- 25ml Irish cream liqueur – I’d recommend Boann The Whistler
- 25ml hazelnut liqueur
- 50ml double cream
- Ice
- Grated nutmeg for garnish (optional)
Method
- Add the ice, Irish cream, hazelnut liqueur and double cream to a shaker.
- Shake thoroughly and strain into a glass of your choice filled with ice.
- For the finishing touch, sprinkle grated nutmeg on top.
Good for: Sipping by the fire after a long day (or night) of celebrating.
