Women's History Month occurs each March to highlight the contributions to history & contemporary society by women. For 2023, the theme is "Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories". During March, Irish Whiskey Society America is celebrating women who have a role in telling the story of Irish Whiskey. Along with month-long social media posts, members can read on the websiteabout the campaign & the women we chose to highlight for 2023.
MARCH MADNESS
March is a crazy month full of festivities including Women's History, Irish Whiskey Day, Saint Patrick's Day, and of course the NCAA Basketball Tournament. Tear yourself away from your brackets & watch this interview between IWSA president Allan Dwyer & Gerard Garland, Global Ambassador from IDL & the Method and Madness range of Irish Whiskey. Learn about the core range & newest USA exclusive release, M&M Rye & Malt.
IRISH WHISKEY DAY
Irish Whiskey Day is March 3rd every year. Beginning in 2016, the day is dedicated exclusively to celebrating & enjoying Irish Whiskey. Conceived by Irish whiskey writer, blogger, & Portmagee whiskey director Stuart McNamara, the significance of the date chosen is no coincidence. Read more about the importance of the #3 in Irish whiskey hereand watch the member virtual toast on our YouTube channel.
SAINT PATRICK'S DAY
March 17th is the day everyone is Irish in America. Wearing green, eating corned beef & cabbage, & drinking Guinness are a few of the traditions that evolved from the first parades in the USA celebrating the death of the missionary credited with spreading Christianity to Ireland. Ever wonder how a solemn religious holiday became a day of partying & god forbid...green beer? Read "How the USA Appropriated Saint Patrick's Day" here.
IRISH WHISKEY of the MONTH
Paddy's has been one of the best-selling Irish whiskey brands for a century. Patrick J. O'Flaherty, who sold the whiskey for 40 years, was beloved for his charm, wit, & conversation as he traveled from pub to pub selling the brand. In tribute, they named the brand after him, changing it from Cork Distilleries Company Old Irish Whiskey. That's almost more of a mouthful than this great blend of all 3 styles of Irish whiskey. Go to our website for the review.
COCKTAIL of the MONTH
The Paddy's Day Sidecar is our March cocktail of the month. Please, please, don't succumb to green beer for Paddy's Day. You can instead get your green fix with this twist on a classic cocktail. This orange liqueur based cocktail is sometimes thought of as a sweeter version of a whiskey sour. See the full recipe & how to make on our website here.
IRISH PUB of the MONTH
The Kerryman is our Irish Pub of the Month for March. Located in Chicago's River North Neighborhood, it provides a perfect spot for your Saint Patrick's Day festivities. Known as Chicago's liveliest Irish bar, its 3 owners are from County Kerry. Its location was formerly a gangster hangout known as the McGovern Saloon before becoming the original punk club in the late 70's. Stop in & enjoy your pre or post Paddy's Day parade meal and an Irish whiskey.
