St. Patrick’s Day Whiskey Tasting

I had so much fun doing this sweet tabletop, that my mind was already thinking about the next holiday to inspire me. When Saint Patrick’s Day nears it means the first of many outdoor community festivals, the sign that Spring and warm afternoons are near, and for one day we can all have a bit of Irish luck. I was instantly reminded me of the beautiful nature found in Ireland, ethereal deep and loose flowing greens, rich hues like emerald-green, gold and white. The Cream and Irish Clouds shoots, are stunning pieces of inspiration and one of my absolute favorite looks. They create a subdued elegant and simple twist on a Saint Patrick’s day for a whiskey tasting dinner with family and friends alongside with Irish inspired bites and speciality cheeses. Since this year the holiday is on a Monday, it’s a great way to give a nod to the Irish holiday without over doing it.

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With Saint Patrick’s Day at the cusp of spring, an organic runner of greens, would be a simple and lovely way to bring the first flowering buds onto the table. The perfect dessert would be these cupcakes with beer and pretzel topping. Decor should be kept simple and organic, framed gold leaf clovers is simple way to incorporate the holiday while adding a bit of art to your living space too. Have a whiskey tasting setup on a rustic styled bar, with the perfectly picked whiskeys in vintage bottles. Place a personal Irish Soda Bread at each setting on simple yet elegant dinnerware. Have guests sample each, noting taste, color and of course their favorites on cards. Then send each guest home with mini “good luck elixirs” they can fill with their favorite whiskey.