If you are looking to add a little elegance to your next St. Patrick's Day celebration, the Irish maid is the perfect cocktail. This sophisticated drink blends smooth Irish whiskey with muddled cucumbers, elderflower liqueur and fresh lemon juice. It's served over ice and garnished with fresh cucumber and mint for a festive pop of green.
- 2 slices cucumber (cut into pieces)
- 2 ounces Irish whiskey
- ½ ounces St. Germain liqueur
- ¾ ounce lemon juice
- ¾ ounce simple syrup
In a cocktail shaker, muddle cucumber pieces. Then, add cocktail ingredients and ice. Cover and shake until cold.
Strain into a cocktail glass filled with ice.
Garnish with cucumber slices and fresh mint.