# Irish Party Shot Staples These St Patricks Day Shots Will Fire Up Your Celebrations By Tia Clarke | Published 2013-03-16 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-patricks-day-shots References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/emofly/3-classy-ways-to-get-drunk-on-st-patricks-day) & [facebook](http://www.facebook.com/buzzfeed) These St Patrick’s Day shots are sure to start your celebrations off with a bang on March 17th. As people all around the world celebrate the quirky Irish holiday and wander the streets in a green tinged drunken haze, this shot will add a bit of finesse to your day. All you’ll need is some [Kahlua](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feliz-st-patricks-day) coffee liqueur and come [Bailey’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beerinfused-cupcake) Irish cream. To make this delightful ‘Baby Guinness’ shot, simply pour some Kahula into a small shot glass and then slowly pour the Bailey’s in over the back of a spoon to give the drink it’s ‘head.' You can even add a shamrock to the top of the foam if you’re feeling adventurous. The Baby Guinness is a classic Irish shot will make sure you’re Irish dancing your way into the wee hours this Patty’s Day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Irish-themed Alcoholic Beverages:** There is an opportunity to disrupt the alcohol industry through the creation of innovative Irish-themed alcoholic beverages that can be consumed during the St. Patrick's Day celebration. - **Bar and Nightclub Industry:** The bar and nightclub industry can take advantage of the St. Patrick's Day celebration by creating Irish-themed cocktails and hosting events that cater to patrons who wish to partake in the festivities. - **DIY Drink Recipes:** There is a trend towards people creating their own drink recipes. As such, there is an opportunity to disrupt the beverage industry by providing easy-to-follow recipes and selling complementary products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Alcohol Industry:** The alcohol industry can create new products and marketing campaigns to target consumers during the St. Patrick's Day celebration. - **Hospitality Industry:** The hospitality industry can capitalize on the St. Patrick's Day celebration by offering unique themed events and promotions that attract customers. - **Recipe and Beverage Industry:** The recipe and beverage industry can benefit from the growing trend of DIY drinks by providing products that are specifically designed for at-home use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Co-Branded Irish Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-irish-coffee.md) - [Springtime Holiday Cafe Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biggby-coffee-beverages.md) - [Sparkling Shamrock Beverages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-patricks-day-drink.md) - [Lookalike Martini Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feliz-st-patricks-day.md) - [Irish Stout Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guinness-unveiled.md) - [Whiskey-Infused Coffee Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whiskey-infused-coffee-stout.md) - [Celebratory Cocktail Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocktail-charms.md) - [St. Patrick's Day Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-patricks-day-dessert.md) - [St. Patrick's Burger Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-paddys-day-patty.md)