Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this refreshing and festive Irish whiskey cocktail, featuring sweet vermouth, green crème de menthe, and a splash of soda water, garnished with fresh mint leaves for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Drink Ingredients
- 2 oz Irish whiskey
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 1 oz green crème de menthe
- 1 oz soda water
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, pour 2 oz of Irish whiskey, 1 oz of sweet vermouth, and 1 oz of green crème de menthe to create the base of your festive cocktail.
- Add Ice and Shake: Fill the shaker with ice, then cover and shake vigorously until well chilled, about 15-20 seconds, to blend the flavors and chill the drink.
- Strain into Glass: Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes to keep your drink cold without dilution.
- Top with Soda Water: Add 1 oz of soda water on top to give the cocktail a light, bubbly finish.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh mint leaves to add a fresh aroma and festive green touch. Serve immediately and enjoy your St. Patrick’s Day cocktail.
Notes
- Use fresh mint leaves for the best garnish aroma and visual appeal.
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, you can add a splash more crème de menthe.
- Shake the cocktail well with ice to ensure it is properly chilled.
- Serve immediately after preparation to enjoy the soda water’s fizz.
- Adjust soda water quantity to taste if you want a lighter or stronger cocktail flavor.
