St. Patrick's Day

Pro tips

• Chill your glass before layering to keep the drink cold longer.
• Pour each ingredient slowly over a bar spoon to maintain distinct layers.
• Use quality Irish whiskey for better flavor balance with the herbal liqueurs.
• Add the bitters dash just before serving for visual appeal and flavor complexity.

Substitutions

• Irish whiskey → Scotch whisky (changes profile to smoky, less traditional)
• Green Chartreuse → yellow Chartreuse (lighter, sweeter herbaceous note)

Equipment

bar spoon · rocks glass or shot glass · jigger

How do you layer this cocktail properly?

Pour ingredients slowly over the back of a bar spoon in order of density: whiskey first, then Green Chartreuse, crème de menthe last. Add bitters as a final dash.

Can you make this cocktail ahead of time?

Layer the drink fresh to order to preserve the distinct layers. Pre-batching will cause them to mix.

What glassware should you use?

Serve in a rocks glass or shot glass over ice or neat, depending on preference.

Is this cocktail very strong?

Yes—it's a spirit-forward drink with three liqueurs and whiskey. Consume responsibly.