Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a refreshing Luck of the Irish cocktail. This festive drink combines the smooth taste of Irish whiskey with the sweetness of pineapple and peach, topped with a bubbly lemon-lime finish. It’s a perfect way to add some Irish cheer to your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
Who doesn’t love a green cocktail recipe?
Skip the green beer and serve up this Luck of the Irish cocktail. It’s a delicious drink combining the smooth taste of Irish whiskey with sweet and citrusy flavors. The vibrant green makes it a show stopper at your St. Patrick’s Day party.
And don’t just serve it on St. Patrick’s Day, enjoy it all spring and summer when a fruity drink of pineapple and peach are our favorite flavors.
Looking for more festive green drinks? Serve this green mimosa recipe or these green jello shots for more themed St. Patty’s Day options.
Why You’ll Love This Luck of The Irish Cocktail
- A tipsy luck of the Irish cocktail that is full of sweet flavor and a bright green color that screams Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
- Easy to make with simple ingredients that all mixed together at one time.
- Delicious cocktail you can make in big batches for a party.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Cocktail Shaker
- Highball Glass / Cocktail Glasses
- Shot Glass
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY: A smooth and versatile Irish whiskey
BLUE CURACAO: A vibrant blue liqueur with an orange citrus flavor. A small amount is used to add a touch of color and subtle orange taste.
PEACH SCHNAPPS: A sweet and syrupy liqueur with a strong peach flavor. It adds sweetness and fruity notes to the drink.
PINEAPPLE JUICE: A tropical juice offering sweetness and a touch of tartness. It complements the peach schnapps and brings a refreshing element.
LEMON-LIME SODA: A bubbly, citrus-flavored soda that adds lightness, fizz, and extra citrusy notes to the cocktail.
GARNISHES: Fresh ice, fresh mint, orange slices, maraschino cherries, and even lime slices are all great for decorating the drink if you want.
How to Make a Luck of The Irish Cocktail
Mix:
In a large cocktail shaker add Jameson, peach schnapps, pineapple juice, Blue Curacao, lemon-lime soda.
Shake vigorously to combine.
Pour:
Pour into an a glass filled with ice cubes.
Soda:
Top with lemon-lime soda.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a sprig of mint and orange slice.
Tips
- Serve this drink right away to enjoy the bubbly from the lemon-lime soda.
- If you find your cocktail lacks in color, simply add in a drop of green food coloring to get the perfect shade.
- I like to serve in a highball glass but feel free to use any type of glass for this cocktail recipe.
Variations
- You can add a splash of fresh lemon juice or fresh lime juice in the drink for an added kick of flavor if you want a more tangy and tart drink.
- Change up of your garnishes. Add a maraschino cherry or a pineapple slice.
What Type of Glass Should I Use?
You can serve your drink in a rocks glass or highball glass. It would also look fun in a mason jar.
Can I Make this Cocktail in Advance?
Partially. You can add all the ingredients together into a large pitcher except for the lemon-lime soda.
Once you’ve poured the mixture into a glass, you can then top with the soda. This will add the fizziness needed. If you add the soda early, it will be flat.
More St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails
Have fun at your St. Patrick’s Day party and serve up this Luck of the Irish cocktail – the perfect drink that will steal the show. Great drinks and good memories will be created with this green colored cocktail!
Luck of the Irish Cocktail
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a refreshing Luck of the Irish cocktail. This festive drink combines the smooth taste of Irish whiskey with the sweetness of pineapple and peach, topped with a bubbly lemon-lime finish. It's a perfect way to add some Irish cheer to your St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Jameson Irish Whisky
- 1.25 ounces Peach Schnapps
- 1 1/2 ounces Pineapple Juice
- Splash of Blue Curacao
- 3 ounces Lemon Lime Soda
- Fresh Mint, garnish
- Orange Slice, garnish
Instructions
- In a large cocktail shaker add Jameson, peach schnapps, pineapple juice, Blue Curacao, lemon-lime soda.
- Shake vigorously to combine.
- Pour into an a glass filled with ice cubes.
- Top with lemon-lime soda.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and orange slice.
Notes
See recipe post for tips and variations. Drink Responsibly.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 264Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 12mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 1gSugar: 25gProtein: 0g
Nutritional values are estimates and not exact.