Irish Cocktails

  The Blinker is a classic cocktail perfect for the hot summer months. The original version dates back to 1934. The drink has evolved over the years with a new variation popularized 70 years later in a newly published cocktail book. Traditionalists will opt for the Grenadine recipe while trendy mixologists may prefer the raspberry syrup variety. Either way, The Blinker delivers a refreshingly sweet, tart, spicy, and balanced cocktail to quench your thirst whether poolside or chillin on your deck.     EQUIPMENT IWSA Cocktail Shaker  Coupe Glass INGREDIENTS 2 oz Irish Rye Whiskey 1 oz Yellow Grapefruit Juice 1/2 oz Grenadine** Ice INSTRUCTIONS Combine ingredients...

  The James Joyce was created in 2001 by Gary Regan, cocktail guru and author. The drink is similar to the classic Oriental but made with Irish Whiskey instead of American Rye. Named for the Irish writer known for famous works The Dubliners, Finnegan's Wake, The Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, and of course, Ulysses. The events of that story took place on June 16th which is now commemorated as Bloomsday every year. Dublin was the subject of much of Joyce's writings. When preparing this Irish Whiskey cocktail, consider using a traditional Dublin made blend like Teeling...

  World Redhead Day is May 26th. Less than 2% of the world's population has natural red hair, with 10% of this unique group from Ireland. People with red hair have historically been stereotyped as witches or quick tempered. In recent years, annual festivals have been held to celebrate those with red locks. Whether you possess the "ginger" gene or not, you can go red with this Irish Whiskey Cocktail. EQUIPMENT IWSA Cocktail Shaker  Highball Glass INGREDIENTS 3 oz Irish Whiskey 3/4 oz grenadine 1/4 oz Lemon Juice 1/4 oz Lime Juice 5 oz Lemon-Lime soda Lime INSTRUCTIONS Combine all the liquids in a shaker Stir...

  The Titanic's place in history has been commemorated in books, documentaries, and record breaking feature films. So why not an Irish Whiskey Cocktail? The famed ocean liner was built in Ireland before sailing to America on its maiden voyage. The Titanic Distillery now resides in the same Thompson Dock and Pumphouse that housed the ship during construction. While thought to be unsinkable, we all know the story after the ship hit an iceberg. Enjoy this namesake cocktail made with Irish Whiskey in homage to the tragic event. EQUIPMENT IWSA Cocktail Shaker  Highball Glass INGREDIENTS 2 oz Blended Irish Whiskey 1 oz Blue Curacao 1...

The shamrock's history in Ireland dates back to Saint Patrick and has come to symbolize much of Irish culture in the USA. This Irish Whiskey cocktail accentuates the green and is refreshingly sweet and minty.   EQUIPMENT IWSA Cocktail Shaker  Old Fashioned Glass INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 oz Blended Irish Whiskey 3/4 oz green crème de menthe 2 oz heavy cream Green Maraschino cherry INSTRUCTIONS Place cherry in the glass with ice Combine whiskey, crème de menthe & cream in shaker with ice Shake for 20 seconds then strain into the glass    Original recipe here