25 Easy St. Patrick's Day Drinks That Will Bring You Extra Luck
Sip on green beer, Irish coffee, Baileys and more — cheers!
Nothing says St. Patrick's Day like a pint of Guinness or a frosty glass of green beer. While there's nothing wrong with keeping things simple, it's also fun to get creative with your drink menu. Think cozy cocktails made with Baileys or refreshing drinks with a bright green hue that's perfect for the season. We've got the best St. Patrick's Day drinks the whole crew will love.
While there are plenty of boozy options on the list, we've also included plenty of non-alcoholic drinks including mocktail recipes, shakes, smoothies and floats. These drinks pair perfectly with St. Patrick's Day appetizers, classic Irish desserts and any other St. Patrick's Day foods that will complete your St. Paddy's Day celebration.
Some of these drinks are easy three-ingredient concoctions, while others are real showstoppers that require a little more prep. Don't be afraid to get creative with your ingredients! Green food coloring, matcha powder, green tea and mint chocolate chip ice cream are all ways to add some green color to your drinks. No matter what you opt for, your guests are sure to enjoy raising a glass to celebrate. Sláinte!
Green Punch
This neon-green punch is the perfect way to get into the St. Patrick's Day spirit. It's made with green Hawaiian punch, lime seltzer and freshly sliced lime rounds.
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Spicy Margarita
There's never a bad time for a spicy margarita, if you ask us. This one gets an extra kick from homemade Sriracha sauce and sliced Fresno chile.
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Fruity Mojito
This easy cocktail comes together with just a few ingredients. All you need is a dollop of jam, white rum and seltzer and you're almost all the way there.
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Cantaloupe-Thyme Shrub
This sparkling drink is perfect for spring. If you want to make it a cocktail rather than a mocktail, you can top with sparkling wine. Either way, it's sure to be refreshing.
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Honeydew Margarita
This sweeter, fruitier margarita recipe bumps up the saturation on your favorite lime cocktail, making it extra festive for St. Paddy’s. We’d recommend a sugar rim for this one.
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Maple Whiskey Sour
This warm, citrusy cocktail swaps a blend of fresh citrus juices for the usual sour mix.
Get the Maple Whiskey Sour recipe.
Green Beer
Hey, it wouldn't be St. Paddy's day without the green beer! With just a couple of drops of food dye, you can easily make your own.
Get the Green Beer recipe.
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Ginger-Sage Rye Cocktail
With spicy rye whiskey and fresh ginger, this herbaceous cocktail has a definite kick to it. Garnish with a whole sage leaf to really class it up.
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Apple Martini
Get your green on with this sour apple liqueur-infused cocktail.
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Spiked Hot Chocolate
Add a splash of Bailey's to make this chocolatey drink even more delicious — and swap in Irish whiskey instead of bourbon. Who needs dessert?
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Pear Gin Fizz
Green pears make this bubbly bev a sophisticated option for St. Patrick's Day.
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Best-Ever Agua Fresca
Make agua fresca with fresh honeydew for a pale green, zero-ABV pick.
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Elderflower Gin Cocktail
This refreshing cucumber, mint and lime cocktail is perfect for the very beginning of spring.
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Mojito
Okay, so Mojitos are technically a Cuban invention, but are you really going to turn down the opportunity to drink this minty-fresh cocktail?
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Homemade Irish Cream
This extra-rich Baileys dupe is perfect for sipping on the rocks, or for adding to your favorite cocktails and Irish desserts.
Get the Homemade Irish Cream recipe.
Green Goddess Smoothie
Kick off St. Paddy's morning with a spinach-infused smoothie — don't worry, it tastes like banana and honey. Yum!
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Shamrockaritas
Have your classic margarita shamrock style! Swap in the tripe sec for sour apple liqueur for a refreshing taste and a hint of green perfect for March 17th.
Get the Shamrockaritas recipe from Delish.
Hot Toddy with Charred Oranges
Whether you’re gearing up for a long night or winding down after a cold day, this hot, strong cuppa has your back. Don’t skip out on the charred oranges.
Get the Hot Toddy with Charred Oranges recipe from Country Living.
Flat White Martini
Bailey's, brewed espresso and vodka makes for a sweet sipper to cap off your St. Patrick's Day dinner.
Get the Flat White Martini recipe from Country Living.
Clover Whiskey Sour
No pre-made mix required here, making this Irish-inspired cocktail as fresh as can be.
Get the Clover Whiskey Sour recipe from Country Living.
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