Category Archives: St. Patrick’s Day

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.”

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Irish Cooler

1-1/2 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

3 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.

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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.

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Señor Patrick’s Salud – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/3 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

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Tagged Butterscotch Schnapps, Camarena Tequila, Corporate Mixology, Irish Cream, Senor Patrick's Salud, Shot-tails, St. Patrick's Day, Tequila

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

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Oh Pear – created by Paul Zablocki

2 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.

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Tagged Drambuie, Irish Whiskey, Oh Pear, Pear Liqueur, Pear Puree, St. Patrick's Day

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!

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Millionaire’s Coffee

1/2 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.

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Tagged Coffee, Coffee Liqueur, Hazelnut Liqueur, Irish Cream, Millionaire's Coffee, St. Patrick's Day, Winter Warmer

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.

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Lunar Leprechaun – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 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.

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Lucky Tart

Posted on March 3, 2012 | Leave a comment

One of the most popular beliefs about Leprechauns is their extreme wealth and hidden gold. Legend has it the only way to acquire a Leprechaun’s gold is by capturing him and his pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. There is a much less complicated method for finding Leprechaun gold: Tequila.

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Lucky Tart! – created by Cheri Loughlin

2 measures Tequila

1 measure Sour Apple Pucker

1/4 measure Melon Liqueur

1 measure Fresh Lime Juice

2 Lime Wheels Garnish

Build in a traditional margarita glass over ice or in a stemmed decorative glass over ice. Float lime wheels on top of cocktail for garnish.

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Irish Mischief

Posted on March 1, 2012 | Leave a comment

A Toast: “May neighbors respect you, Trouble neglect you, The angels protect you, And heaven accept you.”

Irish Mischief – created by Philip Duff

1-1/2 ounces Irish Whiskey

2 barspoons Honey

Half Glass Lemon Triangles

Cut tops and tails off lemon triangles. Muddle in bottom cocktail shaker. Add whiskey and honey. Stir to dissolve. Add enough crushed ice to fill an Old Fashioned glass. Shake briefly to blend. Pour into Old Fashioned glass. Top off with additional ice if necessary.

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Tall Dark Irishman

Posted on February 20, 2012 | Leave a comment

This tall dark handsome cup ‘o brew does it all… warms your spirited side and whets the appetite for the luckiest holiday of all; St. Patrick’s Day.

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Tall Dark Irishman

1 measure Irish Whiskey

3/4 measure Irish Cream

3/4 measure Coffee Liqueur

Fresh Brewed Coffee

Whipped Cream

Toffee Bits

Place Irish whiskey and liqueurs in heat resistant coffee mug. Top with fresh brewed coffee. Garnish with whipped cream and toffee bits.

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Tagged Coffee, Coffee Liqueur, Irish Cream, Irish Whiskey, St. Patrick's Day, Tall Dark Irishman, Whipped Cream, Winter Warmer

Shots of Irish Gold

Posted on March 17, 2011 | 1 Comment

Though March 17 honors the death of Saint Patrick it is also a time of international celebration toasting the luck of the Irish. When St. Patrick’s Day rolls around the truly festive dye their hair green for luck, wear green to avoid finger pinches and drink green beer to celebrate. There are also rounds of shots at every bar stop.

March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day

Pot ‘O Gold