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5 Intriguing Cocktail Names

Wednesday, August 27th, 2008

SunshineinMalibu.jpgFrom Apartment Theray’s Kitchn comes Five intriguing Cocktails Names. the article goes into deatil on the orins of each. Here’s the list. We’ve also linked to the recipe for each.

1. Harvey Wallbanger
2. Negroni
3. Monkey Gland
4. Corpse Reviver (two versions: No. 1 & No. 2).
5. Fuzzy Navel

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Top 5 Intriguing Cocktail Names - Apartment Therapy Kitchn

Scooby Snack

Friday, August 15th, 2008

dotw logoReader Xpnsve sent us this tropical treat. What a great reward after those meddling kids foils yet another diabolical plan. It is a good thing that Fred drives the Mystery Machine, leave the snacks to Shaggy and Scooby.

Go Scoob!

rocks glassScooby Snack

3/4 oz Malibu rum
3/4 oz Midori melon liqueur
1 oz Pineapple juice
1/2 oz Half-and-half

Shake ingredients in a mixing cup with ice. Strain into 7 oz. rocks glass and serve over ice.

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Olympic Cocktails

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

Every four years the world gathers for the Olympic Games. In a few short days the Games begin in Beijing, China. To celebrate the folks at Castle Brands created cocktails made with ingredients from the 4 corners if the World. Italian Limoncello, American Bourbon, Irish Whiskey and Bermudian Rum anchor this international cocktail relay. Have a favorite cocktail with and Olympic twist? We want to hear about it. Add your drink to the competition.

Bermuda torch
Bermuda Torch

1 oz. Gosling’s Gold Rum
½ oz. Amaretto
3 oz. pineapple juice
Splash of grenadine

Build ingredients in a tall glass with ice.

American RelayAmerican Relay

3 ½ oz. Jefferson’s Bourbon
1 ½ oz. Pallini Peachcello
2 dashes Angostura bitters

Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain into a martini glass.

Italian Double GoldItalian Double Gold

1 oz. Pallini Limoncello
1 ½ oz. Alize Gold Passion
½ oz. lime juice
½ oz. cranberry juice

Shake ingredients and serve on the rocks.

Irish TriathlonIrish Triathlon

1 oz. Boru Vodka
1 oz. Celtic Crossing
1 oz. Brady’s Irish Cream

Shake ingredients and serve over ice in a rocks glass.

courtesy Castle Brands

9 Piece Mojito Set

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

mojito set
Check out this classy, inexpensive Mojito set large enough to serve th whole gang.

The set includes a solid wood muddler, recipe mixing glass and 6 retro classic tall Mojito glasses.

Rum, mint, sugar and ice sold separately.

9 Piece Mojito Set

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Flick Your Bic - Cocktail Lighters

Sunday, June 29th, 2008

flick your bic

Despite many cities and states banning smoking in bars, drinking and smoking still are fast friends. To remind us all, the folks at Bic recently created this these fun cocktail themed lighters. So as you are lighting up, you can remember your favorite cocktail. Some of the drinks included are the Martini, Screwdriver and Mojito.

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Drinks for Dad - Classic Cocktails for Father’s Day

Sunday, June 15th, 2008

retro.gifDad is a Classic and so are his cocktails.

No Midori Sours or Pina Coladas for good old Pops. Nope, our Dad sips Manhattans and Martinis. These are the cocktails that helped raise us all.

Cheers!

Drinks for Dad - Classic Cocktails for Father’s Day

Father Day Links

Father’s Day Traditions from Around the World - Mental Floss
Tailgator - Gas Powered Blender - DOTW
Father’s Day Masterclash: Heathcliff Huxtable vs. Al Bundy - Asylum
Top 10 Manly Drinks - Ask Men
The Ultimate Father’s Day Trip - DOTW

Shark Attack

Friday, June 6th, 2008

dotw logoReader Tim invented this treat with his roomies.

Inspired by shark week on the Discovery Channel, this is what my roommates and I pieced together on HOT afternoon. Super sweet, super strong, and sea-foam green.

shark attackShark Attack

1/2 cup White Rum
1/2 cup Southern Comfort
1/2 cup Hurricane Pucker
1/2 cup Ginger Ale
1 cup White Grape Juice
2 cups Crushed Ice

Mix everything in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Serve over ice in a chilled Collins Glass with cocktail umbrellas. Don’t put your feet inthe water!

makes 15 - 20 servings

Thanks Timgenuity!
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