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The Astrology of Irish Drinks - Cute!
Over the years, St. Patrick's Day has become intrinsically linked with the raising of the glass. However, people of many nations, not just Ireland, and all Sun signs can enjoy the day with a drink or two. Let’s review a number of specialities that each sign might enjoy.
Aries
Active Fire Sign Aries will be at home with the fire-water of Irish whisky. The word itself comes from a Gaelic world meaning "water." Monks first distilled Irish whisky about a thousand years ago. I'm sure this helped warm many a lonely night. Aries natives might want to sample some of the most popular labels, including Old Bushmills, Tullamore Dew, Powers, Paddy, and Jameson.
Taurus
Sensual Taurus might enjoy a taste of mead. It was developed independently by many different cultures, including those of Ethiopia and northern Europe. Mead makes a wonderful after-dinner drink. Made of honey, water, and yeast, it is sometimes called honey wine. "Meadhing" is brewing honey into a drink that mixes the sweetness of honey and the tang of alcohol. Mead, spiced and heated, is a great winter warmup.
Gemini
The sign Gemini rules cousins and neighbors. Across the pond, Gemini-born might enjoy ordering an Irish carbomb. This frankly American concoction starts with a pint of Guinness. Add Baileys Irish Cream and Jameson whisky in a shotglass, and drop it into the pint. The trick is to down it in one gulp! Many would tell you that Guinness alone is as close as anyone gets to heaven.
Cancer
Cancer natives like their creature comforts. Cream liquors offer sweetness, rich flavor, and the warmth of alcohol spirits. One of the most famous and delicious Irish exports is Bailey's Irish Cream. This is a lovely drink for a romantic Irish-flavored tête-à-tête with someone special. Baileys can be served in straight shots, on ice, or mixed in black coffee.
Leo
Leo natives love the spotlight. So naturally, their drink is the "mother's milk" of Ireland: Guinness stout. In 1759, Arthur Guinness began producing what is one of the best-known beers in the world. This strong, dark brew is considered to have health-giving properties. In Ireland, the fainthearted drink it with a splash of blackcurrant. At one time, it was even given to new mothers in Dublin hospitals.
Virgo Tequila is the universal drink of all Virgo natives anywhere anytime. St. Patrick's Day should not be an exception. There is a long tradition of Irish immigrants moving to Mexico. Undoubtedly, some of these intrepid travelers discovered the many fine makers of tequila from the state of Jalisco. Tequila is clear (blanco) or colored (reposado and anejo) when aged in wooden casks. Don't settle for anything less than 100 percent pure agave.
Libra
Beer is a natural choice for St. Paddy's Day. Social Libra, known for having a difficult time making a choice, has options. When in doubt, choose tow. Try a Black and Tan. This is a favorite beer combination made from a blend of a dark beer, such as Guinness, and a pale ale, such as Bass Ale. You might want to invite friends to sample other popular Irish beers including Murphy's Irish Stout, Kilkenny, and Smithwick's.
Scorpio
Scorpio's attraction to the forbidden could be ignited at the prospect of sampling some Irish Poitin. This is the Irish version of moonshine. This strong spirit, made generally from potatoes, has been distilled for centuries out of whatever plants were at hand. It was so strong as to be banned in many parts of Ireland as a health hazard. Commercially made, Poitin can now be bought in Ireland. Sample with caution!
Sagittarius
Sagittarius loves travel. They say an Irish barman attempting to revive the spirits of transatlantic passengers invented Irish coffee. Dissolve two teaspoons of brown sugar into a cup containing one-third Irish whisky and two-thirds hot, strong, freshly brewed coffee. Stir well. Then gently pour lightly whipped cream over the back of a spoon to float on the surface of the coffee. Enjoy the pleasure of sipping hot coffee through the cool cream!
Capricorn
Down-to-earth Capricorn, who appreciates the quality and nuance of a good European vintage, can celebrate with a glass of good wine. Although wine is rarely made in Ireland, it has become a popular drink with meals and for social occasions. You might enjoy drinking white wine mixed with fresh squeezed lemonade.
Aquarius
Adventurous Aquarius may want to sample Alcopop, a ferocious concoction that is generally frowned upon by older people and wildly popular with young folk. This quirky mix of water, sugar, food coloring, juice, and strong alcohol tastes like a much-tamer punch and promises a splitting headache the next morning. This is serious St. Patrick's Day drinking, not for the faint of heart!
Pisces Imaginative Pisces may enjoy getting in touch with a simpler time with Irish cider. It is made from fruit, usually apples, and served in pints, like beer. Some of the most popular ciders in Ireland include Bulmer's and Magners. Because cider can be stronger then beer, a pint can deliver a real kick! Served ice-cold, it is quite refreshing on a warm day.
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