The Irish Flag Shot is a layered cocktail that pays homage to the colors of the Irish flag—green, white, and orange.
It’s a popular drink, especially around St. Patrick’s Day, as it represents Ireland’s national colors and celebrates Irish culture.
The use of Irish whiskey and Bailey’s Irish Cream highlights iconic Irish spirits, making it a festive and fun way to toast Irish heritage.
Flavor Profile:
- Green crème de menthe: Sweet, minty, and slightly herbal.
- Irish whiskey: Smooth, slightly smoky, with a hint of malt.
- Bailey’s Irish Cream: Creamy and sweet, with hints of chocolate and vanilla.
The combination of these flavors creates a sweet and creamy shot with a cool minty kick, balanced by the smoothness of Irish whiskey and the rich, indulgent taste of Bailey’s Irish Cream.
Good Food Pairings:
- Guinness beef stew: The rich, savory flavors of a hearty stew complement the sweetness of the Irish Flag Shot.
- Irish soda bread: A simple, rustic bread pairs well with the creamy sweetness of Bailey’s and the minty freshness.
- Chocolate truffles: The creamy, chocolate notes of Bailey’s work perfectly with rich chocolate desserts.
- Cheese platter: Mild cheeses like cheddar or brie go well with the smooth textures of the whiskey and cream.
- Potato dishes: A classic Irish pairing like mashed potatoes or potato leek soup will complement the whiskey’s malty tones.
The Irish Flag Shot is perfect as a celebratory drink paired with a hearty Irish meal or indulgent sweet treats!
Irish Flag Shot
Ingredients
- 1/3 oz green crème de menthe
- 1/3 oz Irish whiskey (like Jameson)
- 1/3 oz Irish cream liqueur (like Baileys)
Instructions
- Prepare your glass: Use a shot glass for this drink
- Layer the shot: Carefully pour the green crème de menthe into the shot glass. This will form the bottom layer.
- Add the Irish whiskey: Hold a spoon just above the crème de menthe layer and gently pour the Irish whiskey over the back of the spoon. This helps create a smooth layer.
- Top with Irish cream: Finally, hold the spoon above the whiskey layer and gently pour the Irish cream liqueur over the back of the spoon to form the top layer.
- Serve: The layers should remain separate to create the look of the Irish flag—green on the bottom, amber whiskey in the middle, and white cream on top.