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Green Beer Alternatives

by Dennis Mayer on March 15th, 2012 | Ask the Bartender, Cocktails
Every year at St. Patrick's Day, whether at home or at a friend's, green beer is the drink of choice.  This year I would like to be able to provide a different option for those of us who despise beer.  Have any suggestions?

My first suggestion would be to try drinking beer that can't be dyed green. (Not just for St. Patrick's Day, but in general.) A nice, cloudy Belgian-style wheat beer, a fruity lambic, or a nutty, toffee-flavored brown ale might convince you to merely "strongly dislike" beer, rather than despise it. Guinness is nice, too. (Not just for
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Irish 3-Point Shot

by Michele on March 9th, 2011 | Bomb Shot
On March 17th everyone becomes just a little bit Irish in honor of St. Patrick's Day.  Although this isn't a day off from work sort of holiday, for many it is celebrated with green beer, corned beef, and cabbage.  However, this year St. Patrick's Day shares its special day with another major March event- the tip-off to March Madness.  So, why not make a beverage that infuses both fun events in one glass?

Combining three Irish favorites, you have the makings of the perfect beverage to refresh you while watching the NCAA's finest basketball stars.  A little Irish soda bread or
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Drink Review: Frozen Car Bomb

by J Frazzetta on March 15th, 2010 | Frozen Drinks
Here is a twist on an old favorite.  Are you tired of not being able to savor your Irish Car Bomb because the Bailey’s curdles too quickly?  I know I am, which is why I pick up a pint (get it?) of Guinness ice cream whenever I see it at Jake’s Ice Cream and Sweet Shoppe.  Aside from the multitude of original flavors they create, they are the only place I’ve seen Guinness, Bailey’s or Kahlua flavored ice cream.  Let’s keep it Irish, and go with Guinness for today.

A normal Car Bomb is 12 ounces of Guinness in a
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