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Good Monday morning. Found lots of info on todays cocktail: Normally, when considering the wide world of Tiki drinks, you’ll think of rum, as the spirit dominates the scene with its Mai Tais and Zombies. Surprisingly, the second most common spirit seen in these faux-tropical drinks is probably gin, and the most famous of these gin-based Tiki cocktails is the Saturn. Though it uses the juniper-based spirit, it also includes many of the hallmarks of Tiki bartending: fresh juices, multiple syrups and a complicated, interesting history. It “carries the regality of a Mai Tai with the drinkability of a Tom Collins,” according to Garret Richard of New York City’s Slowly Shirley and The Happiest Hour. California bartender J. “Popo” Galsini introduced the Saturn to the world in 1967 when he won the International Bartender’s Association World Championship with it. Originally he titled his gin creation the X-15 after an American rocket plane, but shortly after doing so one of those planes crashed, killing its pilot. Reportedly, Galsini changed the name of the drink to the Saturn for the competition, in honor of the Saturn rocket that propelled the first Apollo rocket flight into space, months after the fateful X-15 crash. Galsini’s storied history involved decades at multiple bars in California, mainly tropical-themed ones during the style’s mid-century heyday. However, his invention would have likely remained lost to the annals of time were it not for serendipity: historian and Tiki specialist Jeff “Beachbum” Berry happened upon a commemorative glass at a thrift shop in Southern California. He didn’t buy it, but he did copy the outline of the recipe down, and would later publish it in his 2010 recipe book “Beachbum Berry Remixed.” As for the drink itself, it’s understandable why it’s become a mainstay on Tiki menus. Despite starting with gin, the drink is very much in the category thanks to the inclusion of sweet-tart passion fruit syrup and the rich, nutty flavors of falernum and orgeat. But even with three different syrups it’s not too sweet, thanks to the bitterness of gin instead of the inherent sweetness of rum. Also like many drinks under the paper umbrella of Tiki, the Saturn is served as an icy blended drink, making it extra refreshing and enlivening. With its edible flower garnish, it’s a striking drink to behold. Ingredients 1 1/4 ounces gin 1/2 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1/2 ounce passion fruit syrup* 1/4 ounce falernum 1/4 ounce orgeat Garnish: edible flower Garnish: orange twist Steps Add the gin, lemon juice, passion fruit syrup, falernum and orgeat to a blender with crushed ice, and blend until smooth. Pour unstrained into a Tiki mug or highball glass. Garnish with an edible flower and an orange twist. *Passion fruit syrup: Mix 6 parts simple syrup to 1 part passion fruit puree.

Copperhead cocktail: Introducing the invigorating "Copperhead" cocktail - a lively libation that fuses the crispness of vodka with the zing of ginger ale. Named after the daring snake, this cocktail embodies a sense of excitement and flair. With its refreshing and effervescent qualities, the Copperhead cocktail is an ideal choice for those seeking a dynamic and enjoyable drinking experience. Whether enjoyed at a vibrant gathering or as a personal indulgence, this concoction promises to awaken your taste buds and infuse your moments with spirited delight. 2 oz. vodka 1/2 oz. lime juice 4 oz. ginger ale Ina tall glass with ice cubes pour in the vodka and fresh lime juice. Stir gently to mix the ingredients, then top off the cocktail with ginger ale. Garnish with a lime wedge perched on the rim of the glass, adding a hint of citrus aroma (optional)

Pink Lady cocktail: The pink lady is a classic gin-based cocktail with a long history. Its pink color comes from grenadine. Wikipedia Main alcohol: Gin Ingredients: 1 Egg White, 1.5 oz. Gin, 4 dashes Grenadine Preparation: Shake ingredients very well with ice and strain into cocktail glass. Garnish with a cherry. Standard garnish: Cherry Drinkware: Cocktail glass

Rabbit, rabbit, white rabbit. Affinity cocktail: Ingredients 2 oz. The Famous Grouse Scotch 0.5 oz. Carpano Antica Formula Vermouth 0.5 oz. Dolin Dry Vermouth 4 dashes Angostura Aromatic Bitters Garnish Brandied cherry Preparation Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass and add ice. Stir 25-35 times. Strain into a coupe or stemmed cocktail glass. Garnish with a brandied cherry. Cocktail Story Following in the footsteps of the Manhattan and the Rob Roy, the Affinity is a Scotch-lover’s dream developed by Hugo Ensslin, bartender at the Hotel Wallace, who documented the recipe in 1916 in his influential cocktail manual,

Breakfast Martini cocktail: A breakfast martini is a marmalade cocktail with gin, marmalade, orange liqueur, and lemon juice, created by bartender Salvatore Calabrese. The drink was invented in 1996 at the Library Bar at the Lanesborough Hotel in London, England. Wikipedia Main alcohol: Gin Ingredients: 1 spoon Orange marmalade, 2 shots (1 3/4 oz.) Gin, 3/4 shot (2/3 oz.) Cointreau or Triple sec, 3/4 shot Fresh lemon juice. Preparation: Mix or shake in cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Strain into glass and serve. Served: Straight up; without ice Standard garnish: Lemon twist Drinkware: Cocktail glass

Geisha Girl cocktail: 1 oz. gin 2 oz. passion fruit juice 1 oz. midair melon liqueur Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add all ingredients Shake and strain into a cocktail glass Garnish with a maraschino cherry

Black and Black cocktail: Ingredients 1 440-mL can Guinness stout 1/4 cup Blackcurrant concentrate, such as Ribena Instructions Pour 1/4 cup of blackcurrant concentrate (such as Ribena) into a pint glass. Slowly pour in a 440-mL can chilled Guinness.

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On my way to my Mohs surgery. Will check in later. Hairball cocktail: 1/3 glass of Guinness stout (or dark beer) 1/3 glass of woodpecker cider (or Hard Cider) 1 oz of Bushmills Irish Whiskey (or whiskey) Fill 1/3 of a collins glass with cider, then float the guinness on top, to bring the volume to 2/3 full. Pour bushmill's irish whiskey in a separate shot glass. Drop the shot glass into the collins glass and slam it!

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The best clam chowder we've had were at Bob's Clam Hut in Kittery Maine and the little chower restaurant in Pikes Place Seatte.

Invented by an Italian bartender named Joseph Santini in New Orleans, the Brandy Crusta was one of the city’s first true calling-card cocktails; originally mixed in the 1850s, it predates even the rye whiskey-based Sazerac. Though it all but disappeared in the early 20th century, today, the Crusta is experiencing a revival of sorts, thanks to bartenders like Chris Hannah, who, in 2004, was the first to bring the drink back to its home city. “It was not on any menu in the entire city,” explains Hannah. “It’d fallen off the radar.” His version, shaken and strained into a sugar-rimmed glass, has been balanced to suit the modern palate, but otherwise stays true to the original in its spirit-forward template. Like many of today’s Crustas, too, it includes a small dose of maraschino liqueur, an addition made popular near the close of the 19th century. Ingredients 1 3/4 ounces Cognac 3/4 ounce lemon juice 1/2 ounce orange Curaçao 1/4 ounce maraschino liqueur 2 dashes Angostura Garnish: sugar-rimmed glass, peel of half a lemon Directions Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker over ice. Shake and strain into a sugar-rimmed cocktail glass. Garnish with the peel of half a lemon.

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Sloe Gin & Elderberry cocktail: Lemon and St. Germain are the perfect pairing for this sweet tart sloe gin cocktail. Each sip is the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, herbal, and floral flavors, finishing with just the right amount of sweetness. 2 oz. sloe Gin 1 oz. lemon juice 1/2 oz. simple syrup 1 oz. elderflower liqueur Combine the slow gin, St. Germain, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a skater full of ice and stir continuously for 30 seconds. Strain the drink into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon wedge (optional).

Jack O Lantern cocktail: Ingredients 1 ounce light rum 1 ounce dark rum 1 ounce 151 1 ounce Cointreau orange liqueur 3 ounces orange juice 1 ½ ounce lemonade ¼ ounce grenadine Instructions Place 1 cup of ice in a cocktail shaker. Add all ingredients and shake to combine. Pour into glass {jack o lantern or hurricane} and fill with ice. Garnish with an orange wheel and straw, and serve.

Dude's Delight cocktaiol: The "Dude's Delight" cocktail is a creamy and indulgent drink that combines the rich flavors of coffee liqueur, sambuca, vodka, and milk or cream. It's a popular cocktail that's perfect for those who enjoy a luscious and smooth beverage with a hint of sweetness. The combination of the different liqueurs creates a deliciously balanced and satisfying drink that's perfect for sipping on a special occasion or as an after-dinner treat. 1 oz. vodka 1 oz. kuhula 4 oz whole mild .25 oz sambuca 1 oz. cold coffee In a shaker filled with ice add vodka, Kahlua, samba, milk, and coffee, and shake until chilled. Strain into a large glass filled with ice and garnish with cocoa dust (optional)

Painkiller cocktail: The Painkiller is a popular tropical cocktail. It was created in the 1970s at the Soggy Dollar Bar in the British Virgin Islands. It's a fun and fruity mix of pineapple, orange, coconut, and a bold rum. Perfect for a sunny day on the beach or a casual afternoon in the backyard, the recipe is simple, and the drink is delicious. Ingredients 4 oz. pineapple juice 2 oz. dark rum 1 oz. fresh-squeezed orange juice 1 oz. cream of coconut ice freshly grated nutmeg halved orange slice, for garnish Directions Step 1Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add pineapple juice, rum, orange juice, and cream of coconut. Shake until cold, about 15 to 30 seconds. Step 2Pour into a glass filled with ice and grate nutmeg on top. Garnish with orange slice and serve.

Good morning. COLD!! this morning. Ft. Lauderdale airport is still a mess. Feel so bad for those travelers. Hugs and prayers for everyone. Mind the Gap cocktail: 2 oz Cardhu 12-year-old Scotch Whisky 1/2 oz Drambuie 1/2 oz Dolin dry vermouth 1 dash Angostura bitters Lemon peel Build in old-fashioned glass. Zest and squeeze lemon peel. Add ice and stir.

I should have said yesterday the Pilot had warned us of the shakey landing. When we landed in Ft. Lauderdale the airport was jam packed. MANY flights either delayed or cancelled. One person asked me where we were coming from and how long were we delayed. We left on time and landed 10 minutes early. I can't imaging what the travel is like toay. Spider's Kiss cocktail: Ingredients 1 part Midori® Melon Liqueur 1 part Pinnacle® Original Vodka Fresh Lemon Juice Chocolate Syrup Instructions Draw a chocolate web into a martini glass and place in the refrigerator to chill. Combine Midori®, Pinnacle® Vodka, and lemon juice in a shaker and strain into glass. For a blood effect, drizzle grenadine down the side of the glass. Garnish with a chocolate dipped orange slice.

Rough landing! The whole plane clapped with our tires hit down. The captain didn’t warn us.

Rough landing. Whole plane clapped. The Captain warned us.

Sorry for posting the drink Paul. Wasn’t sure when I asked you to finish. Thank you so much for your help.

Sitting in the San Diego Airport. Heading home. Salty Dog cocktail: A salty dog is a cocktail of gin, or vodka, and grapefruit juice, served in a highball glass with a salted rim. The salt is the only difference between a salty dog and a greyhound. Historically a gin drink, it is believed to date back to the 1920s. Wikipedia Main alcohol: Vodka, Gin Ingredients: 1 1/3 oz Vodka or Gin, 3 1/3 oz Grapefruit juice Preparation: Shake vodka (or gin) and grapefruit juice in cocktail shaker. Strain into a salt-rimmed highball glass. Served: Straight up; without ice Standard garnish: Salted glass Drinkware: Highball glass