Although Saint Patrick, one of the patron saints in Ireland, wasn’t Irish, his namesake holiday has become an annual celebration of Irish culture. There are many ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day every March 17, including limericks, leprechauns, rainbows, and green drinks. The most common way is to raise a glass. Of course, raising a glass.
Are you looking for magical St. Patrick’s Day drinks other than your standard green beer or Irish Coffee? This is your guide to finding the pot of gold at end of the cocktail rainbow.
Gold Mimosas
This St. Patrick’s Day drink gets its green color from the Blue Curacao and OJ. These are basically mimosas with a little more magic.
This Recipe:
- Orange juice
- Vodka
- Champagne
- Blue Curacao
St. St. Patrick’s Day Martini
This electric green drink is sweet and refreshing. Make sure to sprinkle some leprechaun dust on the rim.
This Recipe:
- Cointreau
- Blue Curacao
- Malibu
- Orange juice
Shamrock Shakes
This Recipe:
- Ice cream
- Milk
- Creme de menthe
- Coloring green food
- Vanilla vodka
- Whippet cream
Irish Maid
Jameson is a must in an Irish cocktail. The drink is refreshing and smooth with just a hint of sweetness.
This Recipe:
- Jameson
- Cucumber
- Elderberry liqueur
- Lemon juice
- Simple syrup
Irish Flag Photo
This photo has a unique combination flavor combinations. But it looks festive and that’s all that matters.
This Recipe:
- Creme de menthe
- Baileys
- Grand Marnier
Irish Margarita
Source: Restless Chipotle
This Recipe:
- Reposado tequila
- Blue Curacao
- Peach schnapps
- Irish whiskey
- Aperol
- Lime juice
- Pineapple juice
Baby Guinness
Baby Guinness is a great option for St. Patrick’s Day drinks that are a little more uplifting. It is made with Baileys and coffee liqueur. If poured correctly, it will look like a miniature version of the traditional Irish beer.
This Recipe:
- Coffee liqueur
- Baileys
Guinness
Guinness is a must-have drink for St. Patrick’s Day. This Irish stout can be enjoyed on its own or in combination with Guinness rinks .
This Recipe:
- Guinness
Rainbow Jello Shots
Source: My Three Sons
These rainbows and leprechauns are not guaranteed to bring you gold, but we can promise that there will be. These shots look great and taste as good as they look.