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How Do You Make an Irish Car Bomb Drink​?

DINING | Published on 12/03/2025
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Invented in 1979 by Charles Burke Cronin Oat, the Irish Car Bomb Cocktail is a popular and bold drink combining Irish whiskey, Bailey’s Irish Cream, and Guinness Stout, this drink delivers bold, creamy flavors in a unique way. It's essentially a Boilermaker, but the Irish Car Bomb takes it to another level by using a creamy whiskey based shot, and without doubt, is one of the favorite Irish drinks!

 The Irish Car Bomb drink is known for its bold flavors: the smoothness of the whiskey, the creamy sweetness of Bailey’s, and the rich, malty taste of Guinness. It's a fun and festive drink, especially popular for celebrations like St. Patrick’s Day. 

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Originally called the Irish Car Bomb, the drink’s offensive name has been phased out over time. It is now commonly referred to as the Irish Shot, and it's best to avoid using the original name, especially in Ireland.

To make the Irish Shot, combine equal parts Irish whiskey and Baileys Irish Cream in a shot glass, layering the cream first. Drop the shot into a half-full glass of Guinness.

Check out the recipe below and enjoy!

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Ingredients:

  • ½ ounce Bailey’s Irish Cream
  • ½ ounce Jameson Irish Whiskey
  • ¾ pint Guinness Stout (1 beer)

Instructions:

  1. Layer Bailey’s Irish Cream and Jameson Irish Whiskey in a shot glass, starting with Bailey’s at the bottom.
  2. Fill a pint glass or beer mug about ¾ full with Guinness and let it settle.
  3. Drop the shot into the Guinness and drink it quickly. Cheers!

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