Each year as March 17 draws near, there are a number of things that come to mind. Leprechauns, shamrocks, the color green, and rainbows with pots of gold are all popular symbols for St. Patrick’s Day, But the one beverage that is immediately thought of for anyone who is of legal drinking age is green beer.

In addition to serving loads of cabbage and corned beef on St. Patrick’s Day, many restaurants provide green beer as an option for their customers. People would also be hard pressed to find a bar, pub or tavern that isn’t serving glasses of ale or lager with a hint of green added as well.

Green beer is a St. Patrick’s Day tradition for anyone who enjoys toasting the Irish. But for those looking for something a little different, try some authentically Irish Beer. Ireland is the home to various ales, lagersand draughts that have grown quite popular and are readily available throughout the world. So instead of adding a bit of green food coloring to your Budweiser or Coors Light this year, give these Irish greats a taste.