Here are all the best Jameson drinks and Irish whiskey cocktails! Make these festive mixed drinks using the Irish whiskey you have on hand.
Got Irish whiskey? We’ve got Jameson drinks! Irish whiskey has a unique flavor that’s altogether unlike other types of whiskey. The flavor is light and fruity, with a lightly floral scent and hints of nutty and vanilla tones. The finish is smooth and mellow, compared to the spicier finish of bourbon or rye whiskey.
Here are the top Irish whiskey drinks that make the best of its smooth flavor! Try it in an Irish mule, or go for the even more delicious Irish Sour. Mix them up as Jameson cocktails, or use any Irish whiskey you have on hand. They work as St Patricks’ Day drinks, too! But of course, we prefer them on the regular!
Looking for more Irish drinks? Try the Black Velvet with Guinness, or all the Best Irish Cream Cocktails.
And now…the top Jameson drinks & Irish whiskey cocktails!
At the top of our list of Irish whiskey cocktails and Jameson drinks: the Irish mule! This spin on the classic Moscow Mule is bubbly and light, with a spicy whiskey finish. Combine it with lime and ginger beer, and it makes any party more fun! Even better: it couldn’t be easier: all you do is pour 3 ingredients into a glass. Now that’s our kind of cocktail! (Ok, we like fancy cocktails too.)
Let’s make Irish coffee! There’s nothing more soul warming than that classic combination of bitter coffee, buttery whisky and frothy whipped cream. After making 200+ cocktail recipes, this is one that stands out. There are infinite variations on the spiked coffee theme, too. Here's how to make the best classic Irish coffee with Jameson Irish whiskey, which makes the drink with its lightly floral scent and hints of nutty and vanilla tones.
Another fantastic Irish whiskey drink: try the Jameson whiskey sour, aka Irish sour! Irish whiskey gives a smooth flavor to this drink, with none of the spicy finish of the traditional bourbon or rye whiskey. It’s the perfect way to use up a bottle! Here’s our best whiskey sour recipe, with a few notes for using Irish whiskey.
Ever tried Irish whiskey in an Old Fashioned? This drink dates back to the early 1800’s, before the words classic and cocktail were even said next to each other. Swap in Irish whiskey for bourbon or rye whiskey, and it's a whole new drink! Here's how to make a classic bourbon Old Fashioned cocktail that lets the whiskey shine.
Last up in our Irish whiskey cocktails...the whiskey smash! It’s tangy and light: not heavy and boozy like normal whiskey cocktails. It’s like a sweet and sour spin on the classic Mint Julep, featuring lemon and mint, and the music of crushed ice hitting the glass. Make it with Irish whiskey instead of bourbon, and it's even better.
Jameson and other types of Irish whiskey
Jameson Irish whiskey is the best selling Irish whiskey in the world. It’s made from a blend of grain whiskey and single pot still whiskey, made from Irish barley. There’s no peat incorporated in the manufacturing process, so the whiskey has no smoky or spicy notes like a Scotch whisky. Instead, Irish whiskey tastes light and fruity, with a lightly floral scent and hints vanilla. It’s the easiest to drink of all types of whiskey, making a great intro for drinkers new to whiskey.
Jameson is the most popular brand of Irish whiskey worldwide, and you can use it to make these Jameson drinks. Other popular brands include:
- Teeling Irish whiskey
- Bushmills Irish whiskey
- Redbreast Irish whiskey
- Green Spot Irish whiskey
- Tullamore Irish whiskey
- Powers Irish whiskey
Irish Mule
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
Description
One of the best Irish whiskey cocktails is the Irish mule! This tasty spin on the classic Moscow mule swaps out vodka for Jameson Irish whiskey.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces (¼ cup) Irish whiskey, like Jameson or other
- ½ ounce (1 tablespoon) fresh lime juice
- 4 ounces (½ cup) ginger beer
- For serving: ice, lime wedge, fresh mint
Instructions
- In a copper mug or glass, pour in the Irish whiskey, lime juice, and ginger beer.
- Add ice and garnish with a lime slice. Serve immediately.
- Category: Drink
- Method: Stirred
- Cuisine: Cocktails
- Diet: Vegan
Keywords: Jameson drinks, Jameson cocktails, Jameson whiskey drinks, Jameson mixed drinks, Irish whiskey cocktails, Irish cocktails, Irish drinks
More whiskey cocktails
There are so many great drinks with all types of whiskey! Here are some of our favorite whiskey cocktails:
- Best Whiskey Sour It really is the best.
- Whiskey and Coke A classic way that goes down easy.
- Whiskey Highball Mix whiskey with ginger ale!
- Manhattan or Boulevardier Go classy with a Manhattan or Negroni spin.
- Gold Rush or Paper Plane Opt for modern classics.
- Try Scotch Cocktails Worth Making or Great Bourbon Cocktails
In relation to the classic Irish coffee recipe, there are a couple of important factors that is should be itemised also. Firstly, the glass should be heated prior to any of the ingredients being added. Secondly, the cream, when being added should be poured over the convex side of, and most importantly, a heated dessert spoon. Doing it this way ensures the cream remains on the surface of the coffee and prevents it from sinking through the mixture too quickly
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