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Irish Eyes

A creamy green cocktail with Irish whiskey, mint liqueur, and cream perfect for St. Patricks Day.

irish-whiskeyEasy~14% ABV
MethodShakeGlassRocks GlassIcecubedGarnishMaraschino cherry
⚠ Contains: 🥛 Dairy
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • ozirish whiskey
  • ½ ozgreen crème de menthe
  • 1 ozheavy cream
  • Maraschino cherrygarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Shake until well chilled.
  3. 3Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
  4. 4Serve immediately.
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History & Origin

A festive green cocktail created for St. Patricks Day celebrations. The combination of Irish whiskey with green crème de menthe creates the signature emerald color while the cream adds a smooth, dessert-like quality.

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