Pickleback

This “drink” gained popularity in the mid-00s, often serving as a sort of nightcap for bartenders and their patrons at the end of a long night.

The experience really is something – the smoky, woody flavor of whiskey one moment, washed away the next with a savory crispness that feels cooler than ice water.

Pour the whiskey and brine into separate shot glasses. Drink the whiskey first, immediately followed by the pickle juice.

Beyond Green Beer: Better St. Patrick’s Day Cocktails

Originally a celebration of Saint Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint and famous banisher of snakes, this holiday has become for many an excuse to drink green-dyed lager and throw back cheap shots of whiskey. Far be it from us to denigrate this time-honored tradition – St. Pat himself knows we’ve had our fair share of neon-green cherries and enough Shamrock Shakes to last a lifetime. But if you’re looking to class up your celebration a bit this year, read on for a few our favorite St. Patrick’s Day cocktail recipes. Sláinte!

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