St. Patrick’s Day is the one time of year when everything turns green—clothes, decorations, and of course, drinks! Whether you’re throwing a party, heading out with friends, or just looking for an excuse to mix up something fun, these green cocktails will bring the luck of the Irish to your celebrations.
Irish Margarita
A twist on the classic margarita, this drink incorporates Irish whiskey and reposado tequila for a festive touch.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Irish whiskey
- 1 oz reposado tequila
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1/2 oz Midori or melon liqueur (for a green hue)
- Ice
- Lime wedge and salt for garnish
Instructions:
- Rim a glass with salt.
- In a shaker, combine whiskey, tequila, lime juice, triple sec, simple syrup, and Midori.
- Shake well and strain into a glass over ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
Green Tea Shot
This popular party shooter blends Irish whiskey with sweet and sour flavors for an easy-to-drink treat.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Irish whiskey
- 1 oz peach schnapps
- ½ oz sour mix
- Splash of lemon-lime soda
Instructions:
- Shake whiskey, schnapps, and sour mix with ice.
- Strain into a shot glass.
- Top with a splash of soda.
Mojito
A classic mojito gets a St. Paddy’s Day refresh with extra lime and mint.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz lime juice
- 2 tsp sugar
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- Soda water
- Ice
- Lime wedge and mint sprig for garnish
Instructions:
- Muddle mint, sugar, and lime juice in a glass.
- Add rum and ice, then top with soda water.
- Stir and garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge.
Leprechaun Mimosa
A bubbly brunch favorite with a green twist!
Ingredients:
- 4 oz champagne or prosecco
- 2 oz orange juice
- ½ oz blue curaçao
Instructions:
- Pour orange juice into a champagne flute.
- Add blue curaçao and top with champagne.
- Stir gently to combine.
Green Jungle Juice
Perfect for a St. Patrick’s Day party, this punch is sweet and potent.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle vodka
- 1 bottle pineapple rum
- 1 bottle sour apple schnapps
- 1 gallon green Hawaiian Punch
- 1 liter lemon-lime soda
- Sliced limes and oranges
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients in a large punch bowl.
- Stir well and add fruit slices.
- Serve over ice.
Lucky Leprechaun Shot
A bright green layered shooter that packs a punch.
Ingredients:
- ½ oz melon liqueur
- ½ oz coconut rum
- ½ oz pineapple juice
Instructions:
- Shake all ingredients with ice.
- Strain into a shot glass and serve.
Melon Sherbet Cocktail
A creamy and fruity drink that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Midori melon liqueur
- 1 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 scoop lime sherbet
- 3 oz lemon-lime soda
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and serve in a glass.
Jolly Rancher Lemon Drop
A sweet and sour treat inspired by the famous candy.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz apple vodka
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Green sugar for rimming
Instructions:
- Rim a glass with green sugar.
- Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into the glass.
Shamrock Shake
A delicious dessert cocktail inspired by the famous seasonal shake.
Ingredients:
- 1 part Crème de Menthe
- 1 part White Crème de Cacao
- 1 part White Chocolate Liqueur
- 1 part Ice
- Whipped cream for garnish
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream.
No matter how you celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, these green drinks will add some extra fun to your festivities. Whether you’re sipping a smooth Irish Margarita, throwing back a Lucky Leprechaun Shot, or indulging in a creamy Shamrock Shake, there’s a festive drink for everyone. So grab your green, raise your glass, and cheers to a lucky and lively St. Paddy’s Day! Sláinte!