Irish Cocktails inspired by the Emerald Isle

From March 11 to 17 Gotham and Hy’s Steakhouses are going beyond green beer to bring you the luck of the Irish with limited-edition Irish Cocktails in honour of St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy a night of craic (Irish for good times) and as bartenders from both establishments will be mixing up a pair of exceptional Irish whiskey-based specialty cocktails in honour of Ireland’s Patron Saint.

Gotham ‘Irish Mule’ ($17) 

Served in classic copper mug, this semi-sweet variation on a Moscow Mule swaps the traditional vodka for a nip of Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey. A refreshing mix of whiskey, lime juice, simple syrup, ginger beer and crushed ice, the festive tipple is topped with a sprig of mint and a dusting of gold flakes to mimic a wee pot of Leprechaun gold. Another great example of Irish Cocktails.

Hy’s ‘The Fáilte’ ($17)

Fáilte (pronounced FAHL-cheh) is a traditional Irish phrase of welcome and this citrus-forward feature drink is sure to beckon with its cheerful emerald hue and frothy finish. Hy’s signature St. Patrick’s Day cocktail is prepared with Tullamore Dew Irish Whiskey, simple syrup, fresh lemon and lime juice. The mixture is muddled with fragrant mint leaves, shaken with egg white and strained into a chilled Glencairn whiskey glass. Irish Cocktails done right!

Gotham’s Irish Mule and The Fáilte at Hy’s will be available exclusively for dine-in guests from Thursday, March 11 through to the end of St. Patrick’s Day on Wednesday, March 17.  Gotham has a happy hour that’s worth leaving work early for. Gotham’s Elegant Social Hour runs from 3-6 pm with drink features, shareable snacks, and 40% off bubbles, and Hy’s has a Whisky Appreciation Menu worth saving up for, be sure to call ahead.

For more information about Gotham Steakhouse, including menus, hours of operation and reservations, go to gothamsteakhouse.com. For more information about Hy’s Steakhouse, please visit hyssteakhouse.com.