Celebrate National Irish Coffee Day with Keeper’s Heart Whiskey!

Are you ready to raise your glass and celebrate National Irish Coffee Day on January 25th? This annual event is a delightful opportunity to savor the rich history and flavors of this classic beverage. 

Whether you’re in the heart of the Midwest, the bustling streets of NYC, the historic lanes of Boston, or amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Chicago, there’s a spirited celebration awaiting you. Check out these top-notch bars where you can savor this iconic drink, crafted with Keeper’s Heart Whiskey this National Irish Coffee Day:

THE BEST BARS TO CELEBRATE AT

Minnesota

• MC’S Tap House:
  • Brooklyn Park: 9690 Colorado Ln N, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445
  • Lino Lakes: 617 Apollo Dr Suite 140, Lino Lakes, MN 55014
• Pauly’s Pub & Grill: 1668 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55104
• Merlins Rest Pub: 3601 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
• McHugh’s Public House: ​​ 5715 Egan Dr, Savage, MN 55378
• Lake & Irving:  1513 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408
• Mr. Paul’s Supper Club: 3917 Market St, Edina, MN 55424
• The Contended Cow: 302 Division St S B, Northfield, MN 55057
• Sidebar at Surdyk’s: 303 E Hennepin Ave #2, Minneapolis, MN 55414
• Wresteraunt at the Palace: 33 W 7th Pl, St Paul, MN 55102
• Emmett’s Public House: 695 Grand Ave, St. Paul MN 55105
• O’Shaughnessy Distilling Co.: 600 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Wisconsin

• Revere’s Wells Street Tavern, 505 Wells St, Delafield, WI 53018
• Timmer’s Resort,  5151 Timmer Bay Rd, West Bend, WI 53095
• Natty Oaks Pub & Eatery, 11505 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53227
• The Stillery: W204N14025 Fond du Lac Ave, Richfield, WI 53076
• Bub’s Irish Pub: N116W16218 Main St, Germantown, WI 53022
• The Explorium Brewpub
  • Greendale: 5300 S 76th St #1450a, Greendale, WI 53129
  • Third Ward: 143 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
• Merriment Social, 240 E Pittsburgh Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204
• The Treasury, 303 E Walworth Ave, Delavan, WI 53115
• The Maple Table, 520 Main St, Racine, WI 53403

NYC

• The Irish Exit, 421 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001
• Flatiron Room
  • NoMad: 37 W 26th St, New York, NY 10010
  • Murray Hill: 9 E 37th St, New York, NY 10016
• Pubkey, 85 Washington Pl, New York, NY 10011
• Fools Gold NYC, 145 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002

Boston

• Emmets Irish Pub and Restaurant, 6 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108
• Carrie Nation Restaurant and Cocktail Club, 11 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108
• The Dubliner, 2 Center Plz, Boston, MA 02108
• Granary Tavern, 170 Milk St, Boston, MA 02109
• Brownstone, 111 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116
• Dillon’s, 955 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115
• The Black Rose, 160 State St, Boston, MA 02109
• A.T. O’Keeffe’s, 911 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115

Chicago

• O’Shaughnessy’s Public House, 4557 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
• Mrs. Murphy’s & Sons Irish Bistro, 3905 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60613
• Highline Bar + Lounge, 169 W. Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60654
• Ranalli’s West Loop, 1326 W. Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607
• Wilde Bar & Restaurant, 3130 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657
• O’Leary’s Public House, 541 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
• Kerryman Bar & Restaurant, 661 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
• The James Joyce Irish Pub, 7138 Windsor Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
• Moretti’s Restaurants, Check website for locations
• Finn McCool’s Irish Sports Pub, 1941 E. Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173
• Snuggery River Road House, 801 N River Rd, McHenry, IL 60051
• Home Run Inn Pizza, Check website for locations 
• Pierce Tavern, 5135 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
• Fuller House, 35 E. 1st St, Hinsdale, IL 60521
• Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant, 5157 Main St, Downers Grove, IL 60515
• Empire Burger + Brew, 48 W. Chicago Ave, Naperville, IL 60540
• Bev’s, 245 S. Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540
• Hizemans, 218 S. Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540

HISTORY OF THE IRISH COFFEE

The Irish Coffee’s origin story is as captivating as its taste. It is believed to have been concocted by a bartender named Joe Sheridan at Foynes Port in Ireland during the 1940s. It was initially created to comfort weary travelers on a cold winter’s night. This warm blend of coffee, whiskey, sugar, and cream quickly gained popularity, eventually spreading far beyond the Irish shores.

KEEPER’S IRISH COFFEE RECIPE

Looking to bring the celebration home? Give this recipe featuring Keeper’s Heart Whiskey a try.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Keeper’s Heart Irish + American Whiskey
• 2/3 oz maple syrup
• 8 oz coffee
• Lightly whipped cream
• Nutmeg

Directions:

• Add Keeper’s Heart, maple syrup, and coffee to a heated mug and stir well.
• Top it off with a generous dollop of lightly whipped cream.
• Finish by grating fresh nutmeg over the top for a delightful aroma and added flavor.

CHEERS TO NATIONAL IRISH COFFEE DAY!

So, whether you’re planning to explore the local hotspots in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Chicago, NYC, or Boston, or opting for a cozy celebration at home, don’t forget to raise your glass and enjoy a steaming cup of Keeper’s Irish Coffee on January 25th. Sláinte!