Study Abroad

Back in my college years I had the opportunity to study abroad in Dublin, Ireland. While there I took International Economics and my senior capstone. It was my first international trip and my most memorable traveling experience. Aside from studying abroad we got to really live abroad. We lived in a beautiful apartment by ourselves, traveled to Paris, France for our friend’s birthday, and participated in preplanned excursions.

One of the first excursions the university planned for us was a tour of the Jameson Irish Whiskey factory where we got to sample some Jameson! Our guide introduced us to the classic combo of Jameson and ginger ale. Over the years this drink has become my staple.

Fun Facts: (1)There were 5 of us who came from my university and hung out together during the entire study abroad program. Most of us have stayed in contact. (2) After we completed our final for our capstone class we walked back to our apartment which was located across the street from the Australian embassy and downed an entire bottle of Jameson to celebrate. The kicker is it was still morning! Oh to be college age again, I could never do that now. (3) I was under age 21 when I studied abroad but the legal drinking age in Ireland was 18.

Ingredients

• Ice cubes
• 1 oz of Jameson
• 6-8 oz of your choice of ginger ale or ginger beer
• Garnish with a lime (optional)