Teeling Irish Whiskey has debuted its first canned ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail, Phoenix Twist, launching across Ireland following the Aer Lingus College Football Classic to celebrate its renewed role as the event's official whiskey partner.
Bottled at 6% ABV in a 250ml canned format, the serve will officially launch on game day (Aug 29) in Dublin, Ireland. Texas Christian University (TCU) will face the University of North Carolina (UNC) to kick off their 2026 college football season at Aviva Stadium.
The RTD combines Teeling Small Batch Whiskey with ginger, lime, and a hint of yuzu.
This marks Teeling’s fourth year supporting the series, with the partnership extended until 2028. The 2026 programme alone will feature a comprehensive lineup of ‘Much More Than a Game’ events across Dublin.
The celebration kicks off with themed cocktails at the 'TeelGate Takeover,' followed by a live Pro Football Ireland podcast recording at the Teeling Distillery (Aug 27) and a live show by the UNC Band and Cheer team (Aug 28).
Teeling has also partnered with Doom Slice Pizza, Rolling Doughnut, and Spilt Milk Ice Cream to create limited edition food and dessert collaborations inspired by whiskey.
Alongside exclusive game-day apparel online and on-site, Teeling is dropping a ultra-limited distillery release blended specifically for TCU and UNC fans.
Following the initial launch, the RTD will be available in select retailers and off-licences nationwide at an MSRP of €5 (US$5.80).
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