Emerald Irish Fizz
A festive St. Patrick's Day cocktail blending Irish whiskey with zesty lime and a vibrant green crème de menthe, topped with sparkling wine for a refreshing, celebratory drink. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together Irish whiskey, Fresh lime juice, Simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 271 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Irish whiskey
- 1/2 oz Fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz Simple syrup
- 1/4 oz Crème de menthe
- 3 oz Sparkling wine
- 2 Fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, add 2 fresh mint leaves and muddle gently for 10 seconds until fragrant and oils release.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz Irish whiskey, 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, 1/2 oz simple syrup, and 1/4 oz crème de menthe. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled and well-mixed.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled champagne flute, then top with 3 oz sparkling wine. Gently stir once to combine the layers without losing carbonation.









