Lucky You - St Patrick's Day Favorites are Here!

Ready to Sham-Rock & Roll?

St. Patrick's Day is just around the clover - make sure you're prepared with help from Rapids Wholesale.

Turn this holiday into an opportunity to build your own pot of gold - delight and attract customers with clever marketing concepts like green beer, Irish Flag shots, Irish Eggs Benedict, and more!

Start The Shenanigans with Shots!

Get the party started with Irish Flag Shots that incorporate the three colors of the Irish flag: green, orange, and white.

Since the visual attraction of these shots depends on the three colorful layers, a great way to transport enough for a whole table without too much jostling (and therefore the mixing of layers) is with a beer flight. Place your glasses (we recommend the 2-1/2 oz Libbey mini shooters) on the board, then gather the ingredients: Green crème de menthe, Irish cream liqueur, and Grand Marnier orange liqueur.

Using 3/4 oz liquor pourers to ensure accuracy, start with the green layer. Then, slowly pour in the white layer over the back of a bar spoon. Repeat for the orange layer, and these shots are ready to serve!

Green Eggs and Ham Beer

This adult twist on a childhood classic is sure to catch the eye of customers of all ages (over the legal drinking age, of course).

Many beer distributors will make it easy to get green beer, as many customers consider it a holiday staple, but you can also make your own! 

One popular method is putting in a few drops of food dye after the beer has been poured. You can also try our method below. All you need is a party pump to pump green dye into the keg along with the air. The best part? Because the system is essentially sealed, there should be no mess!

Watch our how-to video on making your own green beer, but be warned: we have not actually attempted this trick, so it should be undertaken at your own risk!

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1 cup cooked corn beef, warmed
• 1 English muffin, toasted
• Parsley, for garnishing
• Cheese sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Green food coloring

Instructions

1. Poach or soft-boil the eggs on a Volition 24" griddle and set aside
2. Make the cheese sauce: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium high heat, then whisk in the flour. Whisk in the milk and bring to a simmer. Simmer for about 5 minutes or until it starts to thicken. Stir in the cheese until melted. Add in green food coloring until attractive color is achieved.
3. Place the toasted English muffin on a plate, then cover with a generous amount of corned beef. Top with the poached egg, then pour cheese sauce over the entire dish. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

NEW! ReverseTap Beer Dispensers

For many bars, St. Patrick's Day is one of the busiest days of the year, so every second counts. That's why a ReverseTap Beer Dispenser is a smart choice - it only takes 7 seconds to fill a cup!

Most other methods take more than 15 seconds, a difference that adds up over time!

Rapids offers both a countertop and an in-counter option - and both utilize revolutionary technology to fill cups from the bottom up! This method is not only hands-free - give your bartenders more freedom - but it's also designed to eliminate overflow and excess foam!

These dispensers also include a mechanism that allows you to choose your exact fill size, meaning you will get a 98% keg yield!

Don't forget the disposable cups - 12 oz, 16 oz, and 20 oz cups are available. They are made using high-speed injection molding, allowing for a perfect seal after filling. The result? Your customers can enjoy their beer without having to worry about leaks!

Prices accurate at time of publication.