Irish Eyes
Indulge in the creamy, minty delight of the 'Irish Eyes' cocktail—a show-stopping drink that's perfect for any festive occasion or cozy evening. This Irish-inspired gem combines the rich flavors of Irish whiskey, Irish cream liqueur, and green crème de menthe, creating a drink with a velvety texture and a refreshing hint of mint. Balanced with a splash of heavy cream, this smooth and decadent cocktail is shaken to perfection and served over ice for a chilled, frothy finish. Topped with a maraschino cherry and an optional sprig of fresh mint, it’s a visually stunning treat. Ready in just 5 minutes, the Irish Eyes cocktail is effortless to make yet impressively indulgent. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you crave a sip of Irish decadence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Irish whiskey
- 1 ounce Irish cream liqueur
- 0.5 ounce Green crème de menthe
- 1 ounce Heavy cream
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 whole Maraschino cherry
- 1 sprig Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
Add the Irish whiskey, Irish cream liqueur, green crème de menthe, and heavy cream to the shaker.
Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to fully combine the ingredients and chill the mixture.
Strain the cocktail into an old-fashioned or rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Garnish with a maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick. For an additional festive touch, place a sprig of fresh mint on top of the drink.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
382 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.3 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 30 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
