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If you're planning to mark St Patrick's Day properly this year, take a leaf out of the Irish playbook: a drink in the sunshine (when they see it), great live music, and excellent Irish whiskey. Across Sydney's CBD, a select few pubs right at the heart of the celebrations are pouring signature serves all day: starring Tullamore D.E.W. While not all of them are strictly traditional Irish pubs, they're all serving good craic and a drop of the good stuff. Here's where to raise a glass and celebrate St Patrick's Day the proper way.
4 Doors Down
Right in the thick of The Rocks, 4 Doors Down is a sister venue to the famous Irish pub, the Mercantile Hotel, that's currently under renovation. The two venues are taking over the street with a four-day St Patrick's Day party featuring live music, Irish dancing, food vendors, and outdoor bars. In the week before St Patrick's Day, 4 Doors Down is offering a taste of home with their take on the beloved spice bag that any Dubliner would approve of. 4 Doors Down is also stepping up the celebrations with a full Irish-inspired lineup. From delicious Irish Coffees to classic boilermakers and the refreshing Tully Fresh Apple cocktail, each is crafted with Tullamore D.E.W. to help you share more than just great craic.
The Orient Hotel
Another Rocks institution and prime pub crawl stop, The Orient Hotel is pouring Tullamore D.E.W. Irish coffee, Tully Lemon Lime cocktails, and boilermakers across the St Patrick's Day weekend. There are multiple locations for you to spread out and enjoy the festivities, including a beer garden area, a tree-shaded courtyard, plus a delicious bistro pub menu to keep you going.
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Forresters
Forresters in Surry Hills is a local tavern that's been around for over 100 years. While it's a classic Australian pub, this March they're serving $12 Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Coffee, Tully Old Fashioneds for $22, and Tully Highball cocktails for $10, perfect for celebrating St Patrick's Day. Pair your whiskey drinks with delicious pub fare before heading to the next bar for an Irish session.
Taphouse
Taphouse in Darlinghurst is a local pub inspired by taps, tunes, and Chinese food. Given the Irish people's love of Chinese cuisine (4-in-1, anyone?), Taphouse is a great place to start the night. Enjoy delicious dishes and Tullamore D.E.W. cocktails, including $12 Irish Coffees, $22 old fashioneds, and $10 highballs.
Lord Nelson Brewery
Another institution in the Rocks, Lord Nelson Brewery, is housed in a sandstone building and holds the title of Australia's oldest continually operating hotel and oldest pub brewery. This makes it the perfect place to pull up a stool and enjoy some Irish craic (and drinks). Choose from cocktails including Tully's Irish Coffee, a Tully Lemon Lime cocktail, and a boilermaker to celebrate St Paddy's Day.
Duke of Clarence
Tucked behind Darling Harbour lies the Duke of Clarence. With cosy interiors and an extensive back bar, this pub has all you need for your St Patrick's Day bar crawl. The food is award‑winning (literally), and you'll also find drink specials for St Patrick's Day, including Irish coffee, a boilermaker, and Tully Lemon Lime cocktails.
Whether you're mapping out a full pub crawl through The Rocks or locking in on one venue for the day, be sure to enjoy St Patrick's Day and celebrate like a local this year. Sláinte.