Irish Eyes

A smooth, creamy cocktail with Irish whiskey and cool mint from green crème de menthe. Rich heavy cream softens the drink into a lightly sweet dessert style cocktail that is simple and refreshing.

Yield: 1 drink
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Special Equipment: Cocktail glass

Ingredients

• 1 oz Irish whiskey

• 1/4 oz green crème de menthe

• 2 oz heavy cream

• Ice

• Maraschino cherry for garnish

Directions

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add Irish whiskey, green crème de menthe, and heavy cream.

2. Shake 10 to 15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy.

3. Strain into a rocks glass or small cocktail glass and garnish with a maraschino cherry.

4. Optional:

   For a thicker dessert style drink use very cold heavy cream and shake vigorously.

   Half and half can be used instead of heavy cream for a lighter drink.

   Serve in a chilled glass for the best texture.

   This drink can also be blended with ice for a frozen version