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Host
a Memorable St. Patrick’s Day Party
Whether you’ve got a full house party—or a romantic
party for two—planned for St. Patrick’s Day, don’t
forget the drinks. Here are some recipes that bring home the taste
of the Emerald Isle.
(ARA) Every March 17th, people come together to celebrate St.
Patrick’s Day. For most, it’s just a time to party;
but for the Irish, it is a national holiday where friends and
families get together -- as they have for generations -- in the
long Irish tradition of storytelling and blarney. They share stories
about their husbands, wives and kids, and funny anecdotes from
work, continuing to talk until they’re all talked out.
Though originally a religious holiday, March 17th has evolved
into more of a secular celebration of Irish tradition; and in
Ireland, food and drinks serve the purpose of warming the surroundings
and making friends feel at home. For your main dish, serve Irish
stew, Corned Beef and Cabbage, or Shepherd’s Pie; and to
finish, try something festive: serve a drink with an Irish twist
-- one that contains whiskey.
The Irish have been drinking whiskey since the 12th century, when
Monks are rumored to have brought it over from England. The first
commercial whiskey distilleries were established in Ireland during
the 18th Century, and to this day, Irish drinks and coffees remain
one of the most popular ways to finish a festive holiday dinner.
This time of year, Bushmills Irish Cream, a uniquely balanced
liqueur with a soft, velvety texture and subtle creamy sweetness,
is especially popular. It contains fresh cream, sugar, cocoa and
true, original whiskey from the world’s oldest licensed whiskey
distillery.
Here are some recipes incorporating Bushmills Irish Cream that
are sure to be a hit:
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Mint Kiss
2 parts Bushmills
Irish Cream
Splash of green crème de menthe
1 part cream or milk
Chocolate syrup
Directions: Shake all ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker
and strain into a martini glass. Drizzle with chocolate syrup.
It tastes like your favorite chocolate mint cookie!
And if you’re
looking for a new, delicious twist on a traditional Irish coffee,
try this recipe from Bushmills:
* Irish Cream Cafe
1/2 ounce Bushmills
Irish Cream
1/2 ounce coffee liqueur
1/2 ounce hazelnut liqueur
6 ounces coffee
Whipped cream
Cinnamon
Directions: Pour ingredients into a tall coffee mug. Top with
fresh hot coffee. Finish with whipped cream and cinnamon.
As your party continues
into the night, keep in mind that people are sure to get lost
in the celebration of good times together and storytelling; so
getting your guests to leave is going to be tough. Keep a few
sleeping bags handy: you may need them.
Courtesy of ARA Content
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