Hottest Drinks at My Bar
I honestly did not think the American culture had much to offer as far as a hearty drink selection but after a bit of research and some fact-finding missions this author was very surprised to learn that some of the most popular drinks I enjoy actually originated in the states.
5-Irish Car Bomb
I am sure anybody that attended college or university, been inside any type of place that offers shots has had the fortune of trying an Irish Car Bomb. Just to refresh your memory in case you have forgotten. One ounce shot. (Half whiskey, half-baily, one full 20-ounce pint of Guinness).
Drop the shot glass in the pint and chug it all like a sailor. What a time saver. You would think this drink was invented by the Irish folk. Not at all. The Irish Car Bomb was actually invented at Wilsons Saloon in St.Norwich, Connecticut in 1979.Who would have thunk it.
4-The Bacontini
The fat boy drink. This is not a joke. This drink was started in Vegas at the Double Down Saloon and its catching on fast. This concoction contains Bacon- infused vodka, Tabasco, Olive Oil, a little Bacon grease for the edge and we cannot forget the slice of Bacon.
Well I suppose American folk do love their grease and it was just a matter of time before they combined the best of both worlds. I am quite positive very soon; this trend setting drink will make its way to your favourite hangout.
3-Exercise Beer
Just the name alone is enough for me to try one. This fast catching trend follows in the footsteps of American brews such as MGD 64, Select 55 and Michelob ultra. The ad is actually cool as well because it actually shows people drinking this beer and exercising. What a great Idea, Now I can be wasted and lose weight at the same time.
2-Long Island Ice Tea
Not only is this drink hard to make but the ingredients are outrageous. A long Island consists of Vodka, Gin, Tequila, Rum, Triple sec, Sour mix and a splash of cola. The drink itself I must admit is refreshing so I guess the effort is worth it. I mean really, who has not done a few stupid things after have a few Tea’s.
1-Cosmopolitan
This drink I am sure everyone will agree was made very popular by the show Sex In The City. A drink caught on from the 80s and onwards. In New York, It has actually considered very suave to order one of these fun drinks whether if you are a guy or gal. The odd thing about this drink is despite its popularity it is actually half juice and half alcohol.
The Ingredients are simple enough (Vodka, Triple Sec, Cranberry Juice, Sweetened, or Unsweetened Lime Juice).This drink is actually one of the most popular drinks to be ordered in any bar.
I have had the majority of these drinks hundreds of times and honestly, I bet you were just as surprised as me to learn the origins of these drinks are In the U.S. If you are ever on jeopardy and the question comes up as to drinks originating in the U.S.,I am taking a part of your winnings.