Irish Car Bomb
A stout‑and‑cream bomb mixing whiskey and Irish cream.
Base spirit
Whiskey
Style
Shot
Glassware
Shot glass
Technique
Build
The Irish Car Bomb combines a half‑pint of stout with a dropped shot of Irish whiskey and Irish cream. Drunk quickly, it tastes malty, creamy, and rich.
Did you know?
“Originated in Irish‑American pubs in the 1970s.”
Source:Pub lore
Bartender's Note
Serve chilled for clarity and balance.
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How to make the Irish Car Bomb
- 1Pour stout into a pint glass
- 2Combine Irish whiskey and Irish cream in a shot glass
- 3Drop the shot into the stout and drink immediately
