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This St. Patrick's Day, if green beer isn't your thing, these emerald sips will do the trick
Green beer isn’t the only thing you can drink to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
If you plan to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, it’s almost certain that you’ll sit down and raise a glass to the patron saint of Ireland. And chances are your potable will come in a shade of green.
Yes, the green beer will be flowing, and thirsty merrymakers will gleefully lap it up. Charlie Bethell, general manager of Vancouver’s The Blarney Stone, says the pub will sell more than 100 kegs of delicious beer during the St. Patrick’s Day weekend!
And while green beer has become a cornerstone of the holiday, beer just isn’t for everyone. If the hoppy brew isn’t your thing, that doesn’t mean you can’t join in on the Irish festivities. For instance, Ceili’s Irish Pub and Restaurant is offering a Lucky Long Island Iced Tea – Jameson’s Irish Whiskey, melon liqueur, peach schnapps, cola, and fresh citrus – a 2oz drink that will only be featured on St. Paddy’s Day.
Remember, most clear cocktails can be ordered green, a request bartenders will surely cater to on March 17th. If you’re looking for something specific, there are plenty of delicious sips that you can request or make yourself.
The first two cocktails come from Katrina Schneider and Marissa Lambert-Power, two wonderful bartenders at Belmiro’s Restaurant and Lounge in Victoria.
The Green Belmiro
Gin lovers won’t be able to resist this unique sip. The fresh cucumber taste really sets it apart.
Muddle together 4 pieces cucumber and handful mint leaves and combine with:
Blueberry Collins
Don’t let the name fool you – this blueberry-lime fusion settles into a pale green after it is mixed. While definitely a sweet-tasting drink, the sugar is balanced out nicely by the soda. It’s a fun twist on the classic Tom Collins.
In a highball glass, mix over ice:
And from bcliving contributer Christina Symons:
The Tall ‘n’ English Cucumber Cocktail
This refreshing cucumber-infused drink is perfect for those hoping to fast-forward to summer.
While it doesn’t include any famous Irish whiskey, it gets a pass because of its vibrant green colouring. For this cocktail, you’ll need:
Here’s the full Tall ‘n’ English Cucumber cocktail recipe.
No matter what your drink of choice, there’s a beverage out there with your name on it this St. Patrick’s Day.