Find greener pastures with local sips

Don’t get drink envy by missing these St. Patrick’s Day specials.

Barista pours an iced drink into a glass.

Whether you’re looking for a boozy or caffeinated treat (or both), Lussi Brown has you covered. | Photo courtesy of Lussi Brown Coffee Bar

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It’s the day before St. Patrick’s Day and you open your closet only to realize...there’s no green to be found. But don’t fret, we’re here to keep you from getting pinched.

With these 12 Instagram-worthy drinks, you’re bound to leave your followers green with envy. Leave the traditional green beer at the door (we still love you, old friend) and try your luck sipping on something a little different.

Coffee + espresso drinks

A green Shamrock-a-rita from Old North Bar

Who needs to wear green when you’re this lucky? | Photo courtesy of @oldnorthbar

Cocktails

  • Buzzed Grasshopper | Lussi Brown Coffee Bar | Like the Young Grasshopper, but with vodka
  • Martine’s Pistachio Cake Martini | Kenwick Table | Pistachio + matcha martini
  • Ghost In Green | Void Sake | Matcha tea + honey nigori featuring honeydew, peach, kiwi, and hints of lemongrass flavors
  • Shamrock Punch | Mirror Twin Brewing | Vodka, sprite, midori, pineapple, garnished with lemons and cherry
  • Shamrock-a-rita | Old North Bar | Jameson Irish whiskey, lime juice, orange liqueur, and agave
  • Lucky Clover | Myriad Meadery | Menthe pastille, creme de cacao, Jameson Irish whiskey, vanilla, and cream

Start your sippin’ adventure with this map we made for you.

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