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Derry Girls Drinking Game + Cocktail

Northern Ireland in the '90s — craic and drinks guaranteed.

The Rules

  • Sip — Erin Quinn writes in her diary or narrates dramatically
  • Sip — Clare Devlin panics about getting in trouble
  • Sip — Michelle Mallon says something wildly inappropriate
  • Sip — Orla McCool does something delightfully bizarre without explanation
  • Sip — James Maguire is reminded he's the wee English fella
  • Drink Twice — Sister Michael delivers a deadpan insult at the school
  • Drink Twice — Ma Mary and Aunt Sarah gossip at the kitchen table
  • Drink Twice — A Troubles checkpoint or reference appears in the background
  • Shot — Granda Joe says something accidentally offensive to Gerry
  • Shot — The girls' scheme backfires spectacularly at school
  • Chug — The group shares a genuine emotional moment about growing up

Themed Cocktail

The Wee English Fella

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Irish whiskey
  • 0.5 oz honey syrup
  • 0.5 oz lemon juice
  • 3 oz dry ginger ale

Instructions:

  1. 1Combine Irish whiskey, honey syrup, and lemon juice in a rocks glass over ice.
  2. 2Top with dry ginger ale.
  3. 3Stir gently once.
  4. 4Serve with no fuss.

Fun Facts

  • Created by Lisa McGee.(Source)
  • Starring Saoirse-Monica Jackson, Louisa Harland, Nicola Coughlan.(Source)
  • Network: Channel 4.(Source)
  • 3 seasons, 19 episodes.(Source)
  • Rated 8.1/10 on TMDB (373 votes).(Source)

Disclaimer: Drink responsibly. This is intended for adults of legal drinking age. Never drink and drive. Always know your limits and drink in moderation.