Fortunately for you, it shouldn't be too bad, it's considerably less intense after it's put outside and sits a little bit. Might help keep the gnomes out as well.

I wish you and the littles best of luck on your leprechaun adventures, I cannot give you any advice on finding pots of gold or four-leaf clovers, but I have heard leprechauns like sweets just like the rest of us, perhaps you could try to treat them. I feel like they may like a little whiskey too, but that would probably be better left for the adults.

Good luck!