5 Traditional Irish Cocktails for St Patrick’s Day

What could be more fun than having 5 traditional Irish cocktails to celebrate St Patrick’s Day? Well, maybe an easy traditional Irish meal?! I discovered 5 traditional Irish cocktails during my trip to Ireland. One of the most popular is Guinness Stout.

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Guinness Stout

When it comes to drinking Guinness, the Irish know best. This world-famous stout, brewed in Dublin, Ireland, has been a cherished beverage for centuries.

Guinness tastes best when served on draft, but only in a Pub or Bar that sells a lot of Guinness. If the stout sits in the tap line for over an hour, it loses its freshness. Drinking from a bottle or can does not allow for the whole experience. However, in the U.S., finding a bar with an actively flowing tap may be difficult, so I choose nitrogenated cans.

Pop the tab on the can and let the can sit for a moment. You can hear the surge of bubbles from the nitrogen-filled capsule contained in each can of Guinness. The sound reminds me of a can of Reddi Whip when you squirt whipped cream over that piece of Thanksgiving pie.

Don’t have a Guinness Pint glass? Get one here. Pour the contents of the can into an official Guinness tulip-shaped pint glass at a 45-degree angle. Let the beer settle while you wait for the creamy head to form on the top of the stout. Now take your first sip.

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Baileys Irish Cream

The Baileys website describes Baileys as:

One of life’s most pleasurable indulgences, Baileys Original Irish Cream is the sweetest meeting of fine Irish whiskey and spirits, Irish dairy cream, and rich chocolate and vanilla flavors. The result? Complete deliciousness.

I have to agree. So versatile, Baileys can be served straight up, on the rocks, or with other liqueurs to make fabulous cocktails. Check out my Baileys recipes.

Other Traditional Irish Cocktails

A popular Irish shooter resembling the iconic Irish stout. The Baby Guinness

Other classic Irish cocktails are Irish Whiskey & Cranberry and the Baby Guinness.

Irish Whiskey & Cranberry - Pleasantly sharp, smooth and rich, with a hint of vanilla undertones — Irish Whiskey & Cranberry – Pleasantly sharp, smooth and rich, with a hint of vanilla undertones

One more favorite of mine: The Irish Car Bomb drink. I didn’t discover this cocktail in Ireland, but right here at home in a bar in South Carolina called the Blu Martini.

Traditional Irish Meal Corned Beef and Cabbage

Happy St Patrick’s Day! This delicious classic corned beef recipe is the perfect meal to serve at your St Patrick’s Day party. Easy to prepare, Classic Corned Beef simmers for 4 – 5 hours, giving you time to decorate and get ready for the party! Any leftover corned beef can be used for leftovers or sandwiches.