Luck of the Irish Whiskey Cocktail

Recipe GLPR92be3841416110

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Irish
Beverage
5 min
Servings: 1
No-Cook

A festive Irish cocktail that combines smooth Irish whiskey with creamy Bailey's Irish Cream and refreshing crème de menthe, finished with a chocolatey mint garnish. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any time you want a taste of Ireland.

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Ingredients

2 ounces Irish whiskey

1 ounce Irish whiskey and cream-based liqueur (such as Bailey's Irish Cream)

½ ounce Crème de menthe

as needed Ice

1 Mint-flavored chocolate candy, shaved (such as Andes mints)

Directions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.

  2. Add the Irish whiskey, Irish cream liqueur, and crème de menthe to the shaker.

  3. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or up glass.

  5. Using a microplane or fine grater, shave the mint chocolate candy directly over the surface of the drink.

  6. Serve immediately and enjoy.