Happy Hour. Which is terrible, because I’ve owed Melissa of Twisted Words a cocktail since December.
Shame on me.
Actually, when I first began this blog it wasn’t my intention to do a happy hour post every Friday. I started Cocktail Time leading up to the release of Human Resources, Martinis, and Other Bad Things (obviously), and then kept posting drinks through the release of Drink Well (even more obvious). But you lushes loved those damned cocktails so much I kept on with the weekly happy hour, until, somewhere along the line, I got cocktailed out.
I think today we all need a drink. This one, however, has Melissa’s name on it.
Yum
Melissa’s Punch
- 2oz Kentucky Bourbon (I used Woodford Reserve)
- 1oz Sour Apple Schnapps
- Cranberry juice
- Ginger ale
- Orange bitters
In an ice-filled old fashion glass, pour bourbon and apple schnapps, add 2 ounces cranberry juice, top with ginger ale and add 2 dashes orange bitters. Stir, and garnish with an orange slice.
Best enjoyed in pajamas, but if you must go out after one of these, take a cab!
I think you typo’d that last sentence. Never fear, I’ll fix it for you:
“Best enjoyed in pajamas, but if you must go out after one of these, take them off.”
Well I’ll be damned, how did grammar check not catch that?
I have a hard enough time getting the bartenders to make simple drinks. That does sound epically delicious though.
Man, I hate that, a bartender should take the time and make a proper cocktail. Unless it’s busy, then all bets are off. I used to get aggravated when I was slammed and someone would order a complicated drink, especially if it involved muddling.
I have no memory of making this comment. I guess my Friday night went alright. I do remember trying to order a Cape Cod and getting a blank stare in return, so I had to lower myself to “vodka cranberry.”
Ha! So does that mean you were drunk commenting? I never would have known!
I’m honored! Can’t wait to try it out. Guess I’ll have to give in and try bitters without the aid of a bartender.
You can do it:)
That looks awesome! And strong. Which I am a fan of.
this reminds me of a weird billboard I saw last week in Palos Verdes when my mom and I were boozing it up while looking for whales off the coast (we saw 3!). We also saw a billboard for something calling itself “Gluten free vodka” made from grapes.
Is that even possible?
Sure. But I would suggest Tito’s. It’s gluten free too (distilled from corn though, not grapes).
Last night I was taking shots of peach schnapps straight from the bottle and crying. You know, not one of my better evenings. I don’t think I would drink at all if I had to mix the drinks. Too much effort not enough drunk.
Now I sound like an alcoholic.
Whoops.
Schnapps straight from the bottle?? Damn girl, you must be hungover today.
I’m so proud to read someone rep’ing Kentucky Bourbon. The internet is so clique-ish with the vodka talk.
Okay, now I will go get drunk in your honor.
Please do. Kentucky Bourbon is the way to go.