Cocktails

Irish Spring

Irish Spring is an alcoholic cocktail built on Irish Whiskey. It leans sweet and citrus. Built and served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 16.4% ABV and roughly 167 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic16.4% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

167 kcalCalories

16.4%ABV

15.2gSugar

17.9gCarbs

0.75Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 6 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1 ozIrish whiskeyBase Spirit
1/2 ozPeach brandyBase Spirit
1 ozOrange juiceJuice
1 ozSweet and sourMixer
1 sliceOrangeFruit
1CherryGarnish

How to Make It

Pour all ingredients (except orange slice and cherry) into a Collins glass over ice cubes.Pour
Garnish with the slice of orange, add the cherry on top, and serve.Top

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Cubed ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Sweet Citrus

Supporting notes

Peach Fruity Oak Spice Vanilla

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

Bright and citrusy
Fruity and vibrant

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

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Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Orange Juice1 oz

Pineapple JuiceWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount first; reduce sweetener if the drink becomes too rich.
What changes: Pineapple juice can replace orange juice when a more tropical result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Grapefruit JuiceNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Use less at first and consider adding a little sweetener.
What changes: Grapefruit juice is not a neutral substitute for orange juice; it makes the drink sharper and more bitter.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated July 12, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What is an Irish Spring?: The Irish Spring is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 16.4%. A standard serving contains approximately 167 calories.
What does an Irish Spring taste like?: Irish Spring has a flavour profile featuring Sweet, Citrus, Peach, Fruity. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is an Irish Spring?: The Irish Spring has an ABV of approximately 16.4%. That's approximately 0.75 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 167 kcal, 15.2g sugar, 17.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is an Irish Spring typically served?: Irish Spring is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to an Irish Spring?: If you enjoy Irish Spring, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make an Irish Spring at home?: Yes. The Irish Spring uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Irish Spring with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.