Move over, Guinness! Enjoy these St. Paddy's Day-inspired cocktails

This weekend is a big holiday for those seeking a little luck of the Irish, and DrinkGR's Nate Blury returned to the Morning Mix to share fun St. Patrick's Day-themed cocktails that don't involve Guinness!

The Lucky Leprechaun 

Ingredients:

• 1.5oz Vodka
• 1.5oz Coconut Rum
• 1oz Green Melon Liquer 
• Topped off with Yellow Red Bull

Directions:

Add ingredients to an ice-filled glass, stir, and enjoy!

Grasshopper 

Ingredients:

• 1 oz green crème de menthe 
• 1 oz white crème de cacao 
• 2 oz heavy cream (or 1 oz for a lighter version) 
• Ice 

Directions:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 
2. Add the crème de menthe, crème de cacao, and heavy cream. 
3. Shake vigorously until well-chilled (about 10-30 seconds). 
4. Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass. 
5. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh nutmeg or a mint sprig, if desired. 

Join DrinkGR this weekend and follow for more drink ideas and future events! Be sure to find Nate for the chance at winning a prize!

• The Irish Remedy 
• Shamrock on Stocking 
• Irish Off Ionia 

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