Starting in 1991, March officially became Irish American Heritage Month. It’s a great reason to go beyond St. Patrick’s Day and celebrate Irish culture all month long. No matter your roots, explore Irish drinks, food and accessories from local businesses for a fun, tasty and beautiful salute to Irish creativity.
1. Classic Topper.
Celebrate your love of travel with a hat crafted at Ireland’s Killarney National Park. Made from 100 percent wool, this fully lined newsboy cap showcases a subtle plaid pattern and fun flower embellishment. Choose from an array of color combos and pair it with Mucros’ matching accessories for a chic ensemble.
Mucros Weavers Wool News Boy Cap | $42 Evelyn & Harriette’s | 1232 Oysterdale Rd., Oley 610.987.6055 | evelynandharriettesgifts.com
2. Beautiful Blend.
Hail an Ireland-PA partnership. Bottled in Philadelphia, Brothership whiskey crosses the Atlantic to combine two different single malts — one from each country. Enjoy it neat or mix two ounces with .25 ounce Irish Stout and two dashes each of chocolate and orange bitters to make a St. Pat’s Old-fashioned.
Brothership 4-year Irish Whiskey | $31.99 The Bar Cart PA | 713 Penn Avenue, West Reading | thebarcartpa.com
3. Legendary Brew.
Savor each creamy sip of deliciously dark Guinness. This quintessential Irish favorite is a fusion of sweet and bitter and contains scents of coffee and chocolate. Feel like you’ve been transported to Ireland as you immerse yourself in the music and décor of the Ugly Oyster’s authentic Guiness Irish pub.
Guinness | 20-ounce | $7 | Ugly Oyster Drafthaus 21 S. 5th St., Reading | 610.373.6791 | theuglyoyster.com
4. Enduring Love.
Claddagh rings are an iconic design that dates back 300+ years to Galway, Ireland. Made from sterling silver, this stunning example includes a beautifully textured band and a gleaming green crystal heart. Participate in the legendary tradition and wear this ring to celebrate romance, friendship and Irish history.
Sterling Silver Claddagh Ring | $49.95 | Celtic Myth and Moonlight | 641 Penn Avenue, West Reading 610.685.2307 | celticmythandmoonlight.com
5. Bakery Delight.
Introduce your family to an enduring Irish treat. This scone-like bread has raisins and a sweet, crunchy sugar-coated crust. Pick up a freshbaked loaf at Frecon during St. Patrick’s Day week. Toast it for breakfast and top with butter or apple butter for a delicious way to start your day.
Irish Soda Bread | contact for pricing Frecon Farms | 501 S. Reading Avenue, Boyertown 610.367.6200 | freconfarms.com
Win it!
Score a bottle of Brothership 4-year Irish Whiskey from The Bar Cart PA in West Reading by entering online here. Ages 21+ only. Good luck!
