15 Festive St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails & Drinks
There’s no better way to start the festivities than by sipping one of these St. Patrick’s Day cocktails.
You can choose from classic Irish drinks like a black velvet cocktail and Irish coffee or some not-so-traditional festive drinks like a tipsy leprechaun or Lucky Charms martini.
Best St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails and Drinks
1. Tipsy Leprechaun Cocktail
Bright green Midori cocktails rimmed with sprinkles will add festive fun to your St. Patrick’s Day party.
Get the Recipe: Tipsy Leprechaun Cocktail
2. Lucky Charms Green Martini
This martini has tasty vanilla and Irish cream flavors with ground Lucky Charm marshmallows mixed in.
Get the Recipe: Lucky Charms Green Martini
3. Baby Guinness Shots
These cute cocktails might look like a little pint of Guinness, but they’re made with Bailey’s and one other type of liquor.
Get the Recipe: Baby Guinness Shots
4. Boozy Leprechaun
This crowd-pleasing cocktail is made with pineapple juice, citrus-flavored blue curacao, and vodka.
Get the Recipe: Boozy Leprechaun
5. Snickers Irish Latte
If you want an alcoholic drink that doubles as dessert, this Snickers latte is a must-try.
Get the Recipe: Snickers Irish Latte
6. Rainbow Pot O’ Gold Jello Shots
Almost too cute to drink, these jello shots will be a massive hit at your St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
Get the Recipe: Rainbow Pot O’ Gold Jello Shots
7. Lime Sherbet Punch
Prosecco, lime sherbet, and other ingredients combine to make this delicious fizzy drink.
Get the Recipe: Lime Sherbet Punch
8. Irish Sour
This Irish sour is so good you’ll want to have it year-round, not just on St. Patrick’s Day. Irish whiskey lovers will enjoy this drink.
Get the Recipe: Irish Sour
9. Irish Margarita
This beautiful emerald-hued cocktail is filled with fruity tropical flavor in every sip.
Get the Recipe: Irish Margarita
10. Irish Coffee
No St. Patrick’s Day cocktail list is complete without Irish coffee. This decadent drink is a beloved classic for a reason.
Get the Recipe: Irish Coffee
(If you’re a Bailey’s fan, you’ll also love these cocktails.)
11. Irish Flag Shots
The party can’t start until you serve some adorable Irish flag shots.
Get the Recipe: Irish Flag Shots
12. Irish Mule
Ginger and lime flavors complement Irish whiskey perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Irish Mule
13. Baileys Hot Chocolate Bombs
Pour hot steaming milk over one of these Bailey’s hot chocolate bombs, and watch the milk turn green.
This boozy hot chocolate tastes like pure dessert in a mug.
Get the Recipe: Baileys Hot Chocolate Bombs
14. Black Velvet Cocktail
This classic Irish cocktail contains just two ingredients and couldn’t be easier to make.
Get the Recipe: Black Velvet Cocktail
15. Clover Mimosa
Naturally green, this dazzling cocktail is made with ginger, green apple, mint, and cucumber.
Guests will be impressed with the beautiful garnish on the rim.
Get the Recipe: Clover Mimosa
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