Talk the Talk
Legends and Lore
SlĂĄinte
Claim to Fame
They Say It’s “Irish”
100

What does it mean if an Irish person says, “I’m grand”?


Could mean anything from “I’m tired” to “I’m great” but generally means “I’m fine / everything’s okay”

100

 If you catch this mischievous Irish creature, you might be rewarded with a pot of gold.


Leprechaun

100

This famous Irish stout is known for its creamy head and harp logo.

Guinness, of course! 

100

This famous ship was built in Belfast before embarking on its ill-fated maiden voyage.


RMS Titanic 

100

A sweet and velvety liquor used in cocktails and desserts.

Irish Cream 

200

Liam described the party last night as “great craic”— what did he think of the party?

It was a lot of fun/a really good time. 

200

This wailing spirit screams when someone is about to die.

Banshee

200

What is the legal drinking age in Ireland?

18

200

Famous vampire novel written by Irish author Bram Stoker.

Dracula 🧛🏻‍♀️ 

200

This phrase is used to describe having extraordinary good fortune.


Irish luck 

300

What is an “eejit”?

A foolish or silly person (affectionate take on “idiot”)

300

Kissing this famous Irish landmark is said to give you the gift of eloquence, or the “gift of the gab.”


Blarney Stone


300

In the 1920s, this coveted Irish import was shipped to America in creative containers including soda barrels, bagpipes, coffins, and hay barrels.

Irish whiskey 

300

Famous fantasy TV series used Ireland’s dramatic landscapes for their kingdoms of ice and fire.

Game of Thrones

300

A hot and creamy cocktail that originated in an airport to warm up waiting passengers. 

Irish Coffee

400

If someone is “acting the maggot,” what are they doing?

They’re being silly, mischievous, or causing harmless trouble.


400

In Irish folklore, children or people were sometimes believed to have been swapped by fairies. What were they then called?


Changeling

400

Some traditional Irish stouts were brewed using this surprising seafood ingredient.

Oyster stout 

400

Famous holiday that grew out of the ancient Irish festival of Samhain.

Halloween

400

Beloved dog breed known for its red coat and hunting skills.

Irish Setter

500

When asked if he’d be cleaning up tonight after the party, the host replied, “I will, yeah… in me hole,”. What do they mean?


Absolutely not a chance. 

500

This Irish war goddess often appears as a crow and is said to predict death or victory in battle.

Morrigan

500

To be a true Irish whiskey, the drink must be made from malted barley and aged for how long?

3 years

500

Famous pub in Athlone that claims to be the oldest in Ireland (and some say all of Europe or even the world), dating back to around 900 AD.

Sean’s Bar 
500

This expression describes the act of leaving a party unannounced.

Irish Goodbye 

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