Cocktail & Other Recipes Occasion St. Patrick's Day

11 Cocktails to Make on St. Patrick's Day

To celebrate a drinks-centered holiday, try one of these.

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Olivia French is writer and content creator based in Charlotte, N.C., whose experience spans cocktail trends, travel and lifestyle.
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Updated 03/05/20
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If there’s any holiday where drinking can be considered the main event, St. Patrick’s Day is it. But just because you’re looking to celebrate with a drink doesn’t mean you have to fall back on green beer. Ditch the neon green Jello shots and boring Guinness for something with a little more sophistication, like one of these 11 cocktails.

  • Conflict & Compromise

    Conflict & Compromise cocktail

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    If you absolutely must serve something green in observance of the holiday, this cocktail is a good choice. Not only is it a vibrant shade, it’s also delicious. Shake tequila, Midori, lime juice, agave, jalapeño and cilantro to make an unexpectedly herbaceous and spicy tipple.


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  • Tipperary

    Tipperary cocktail

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    This twist gives the classic Bijou a little bit of an Irish feel. Stir whiskey, sweet vermouth, green Chartreuse and bitters with ice, and finish with the expressed oils of an orange peel for a burst of citrus.


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  • Mudslide

    Mudslide cocktail

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    Want to serve a dessert that will get you a little bit buzzed? This rich drink is for you. Simply shake together vodka, coffee liqueur and Baileys Irish cream with heavy cream, and top with a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.


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  • Irish Coffee

    Irish Coffee

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    There’s nothing like a classic Irish Coffee to warm you up from the inside. Regular coffee gets a kick from a splash of Irish whiskey, and a bit of brown sugar adds subtle sweetness. Garnish with unsweetened whipped cream for a touch of indulgence.


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  • Gaelic Flip

    Gaelic Flip
    Gaelic Flip.

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    Your guests will flip out over this rich and creamy cocktail. Whiskey, sweet vermouth, allspice liqueur, simple syrup and egg white are shaken until light and frothy and served with a sprinkling of grated nutmeg.


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  • Good Cork

    Good Cork

    Phil Ward

    Irish whiskey and mezcal make an unexpected pairing in this cocktail, with a touch of Bénédictine adding depth. Garnish with an apple slice for a glint of green. 


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  • Shoe Maker

    Shoe Maker

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    Sweeten things up with this Irish whiskey cocktail. The spirit takes on a lighter personality when combined with fino sherry, sugar syrup, orange bitters, raspberries and an orange slice. Garnish with three mint sprigs and a raspberry for an extra-fresh presentation.


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  • Black Velvet

    Black Velvet

    Jim Meehan

    Class up your Guinness with a bit of bubbly. Fill a highball glass halfway with the beer, then pour champagne or sparkling wine over a spoon to top it until the glass is full. 


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  • Irish Blonde

    Irish Blonde

    Dale DeGroff

    Redheads usually get all the glory on St. Paddy’s, but this blonde is a true showstopper. Blended Irish whiskey gets a little lift from orange curaçao, fino sherry and a dash of orange bitters. Bring it all together by topping it with a flamed orange peel.


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  • Sanka, Ya Dead?

    Sanka, Ya Dead?

    Casey Elsass 

    This variation on a Guinness Punch is perfectly indulgent. Guinness, rum, vanilla ice cream, cinnamon and allspice are blended into a rich and creamy milkshake that’ll give you a booze buzz as well as a sugar rush. 


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  • Luck of the Irish

    Luck of the Irish

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    Anyone can be lucky on St. Patrick’s Day with this spirit-forward sipper. Plus, the recipe couldn’t be any easier: Simply stir together Irish whiskey, sweet vermouth and green Chartreuse with ice, and enjoy.


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