Category Archives: Holidays

Holiday cocktails includes major holidays such as Christmas & Halloween, but also includes those obscure daily holidays that get thrown in for fun like National Vodka Day and National Coffee Day. The list could go on forever.

Irish Martini

Posted on March 15, 2012 | Leave a comment

Prepare ahead for St. Patrick’s Day. Friends by your side, change in your pocket and a cab on speed dial. And for goodness sake, no texting, photos and Facebook after the third drink. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!ODowds Irish Pub - Kansas City - photo copyright Cheri Loughlin

“Before you call for one for the road be sure you know the road.” – Irish Saying

Irish Martini

3 measures Irish Cream

1 measure Irish Whiskey

1 shot cooled Espresso

Place liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled martini glass. Garnish with shaved chocolate or espresso beans if desired.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals. High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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James Joyce

Posted on March 14, 2012 | Leave a comment

“The most valuable commodity I know of is information.” ~ Gordon Gekko, Wall Street movie quote

James Joyce – created by Gary Regan

Boston Shakers photo copyright Cheri Loughlin1-1/2 ounce Jameson Irish Whiskey

3/4 ounce Sweet Vermouth

3/4 ounce Cointreau

1/2 ounce Lime Juice

Maraschino Cherry Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with maraschino cherry.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals. High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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Kiwi Colada

Posted on March 12, 2012 | Leave a comment

Decadent fresh fruit flavor. Coconut comes through lightly rather than with sweetened bite. Faint watermelon in the background finished this drink off to completion. Pale green color makes this drink a fun choice for St. Patrick’s Day.

Kiwi Colada – created by Cheri Loughlin

Kiwi Colada 2 - photo copyright Cheri Loughlin1-1/2 measure Watermelon Juice

1 Fresh Kiwi – peeled & sliced

1 measure Cream of Coconut

6 Fresh Pineapple Chunks

12 ounces Ice

Kiwi Slice Garnish

Place all ingredients except garnish in blender with ice. Blend until completely smooth. Pour into goblet or decorative cocktail glass. Garnish with kiwi slice.

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Irish Sunset

Posted on March 9, 2012 | Leave a comment

Shots 1 - photo copyright Cheri LoughlinIrish Sunset

1/3 measure Banana Liqueur

1/3 measure Amaretto

1/3 measure Irish Cream

Layer spirits in shot glass in the order given. Spirits can be layered by slowly pouring over the back of a bar spoon one on top of the other.

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Irish Cooler

Posted on March 8, 2012 | Leave a comment

The luck of the Irish embraces all spirits. What better way to celebrate the day than with the spirit of the Green Fairy…

“May the luck of the Irish lead to happiest heights

And the highway you travel be lined with green lights.”

Irish Cooler

Brazilian001 - photo copyright Cheri Loughlin1-1/2 measure Absinthe

1/2 measure Peppermint Schnapps

1/2 measure Heavy Cream

Place liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into rocks glass over fresh ice.

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Irish Julep

Posted on March 7, 2012 | Leave a comment

Classic cocktails thrive when creatively tweaked. This take on the traditional Bourbon Julep utilizes Irish Whiskey with Amaro twist. This is a must try cocktail for those with adventure on the lips this St. Patrick’s Day.

Irish Julep – created by Glenn Lucci, Louis 649

Ultimate Mojito 9 - photo copyright Cheri Loughlin3 measures Irish Whiskey

1/2 measure Amaro

1/2 measure Simple Syrup

1 measure Water

6 Mint Leaves

3 Mint Sprigs

Crushed ice

Muddle mint, simple syrup and water in a highball glass. Add crushed ice and Whiskey. Float Amaro on top. Garnish with mint sprigs.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals. High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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Señor Patrick’s Salud

Posted on March 6, 2012 | Leave a comment

Tastes like a slightly spiced butterball. Buttery. Full. Sweetened spice.

Señor Patrick’s Salud – created by Cheri Loughlin

Senor Patricks Salud - Cheri Loughlin Cocktail Development Services1/3 measure Butterscotch Schnapps

1/3 measure Irish Cream

1/3 measure Camarena Silver Tequila

Layer liquids in shot glass in order given. Layer liquids by placing Butterscotch Schnapps in bottom of glass. Slowly pour Irish Cream over back of bar spoon on top of schnapps. Finish with layer of Camarena Tequila Silver poured over back of bar spoon on top of Irish Cream. Liquids can also be shaken over ice and strained into shot glass if preferred.

Cocktail Recipe commissioned by Camarena Tequila Representatives

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals. High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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Oh Pear

Posted on March 5, 2012 | Leave a comment

“Life all comes down to a few moments. This is one of them.” ~ Bud Fox, Wall Street movie quote

Oh Pear – created by Paul Zablocki

Irish Whiskey - photo copyright Cheri Loughlin2 ounces Irish Whiskey

1 ounce Red Bartlett Pear Puree

1/2 ounce Pear Liqueur

1/2 ounce Drambuie

Pear Slice Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake thoroughly to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with pear slice.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals. High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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Millionaire’s Coffee

Posted on March 4, 2012 | Leave a comment

I don’t know about you, but anything with dollops of whipped cream on top feels like decadence just waiting to happen. With Millionaire’s coffee the whipped cream topping is just the first layer of luxury. Delve into this rich coffee first thing in the morning and you’ll feel like a million bucks all day. Well, until the next cup at least!

Millionaire’s Coffee

Millionaires Coffee - photo copyright Cheri Loughlin1/2 measure Irish Cream

1/2 measure Coffee Liqueur

1/2 measure Hazelnut Liqueur

Fresh Brewed Coffee

Whipped Cream & Nutmeg Garnish

Place liqueurs in heat resistant mug. Top with fresh brewed coffee. Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkle of nutmeg.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals. High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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Lunar Leprechaun

Posted on March 3, 2012 | Leave a comment

Leprechaun’s may inhabit the imagination and Irish folklore, but for one day out of the year the mischief making fairy shoemaker makes his way to the American homeland for a day of spirited merriment. 

Lunar Leprechaun – created by Cheri Loughlin

Lunar Leprechaun – photo copyright Cheri Loughlin1-1/2 measure Tequila

1 measure Melon Liqueur

1/2 measure Triple Sec

1 measure Fresh Lime Juice

Lime Wheel Garnish

Build in a traditional margarita glass over ice or in a tall decorative glass over ice.  Garnish with a lime wheel. Salted rim; optional.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals. High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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