Nicaraguan Hurricane

This is a twist on the favorite from Pat O’Brien’s signature drink, introducing theNicaraguan Hurricane – ! Created in the 1940s, the original Hurricane cocktail quickly grew to become a favorite of sailors and even locals living in the French Quarter today.

2 oz Flor de Cana rum
2 oz passion fruit juice
1 oz orange juice
juice of a half a lime
1 Tbsp simple syrup
1 Tbsp grenadine

orange slice and cherry for garnish

Shake all ingredients together with ice. Strain into a hurricane glass.

Garnish with a cherry and an orange slice.

” a drink in the hand is worth two feet in the sand”

Cheers,
Pete and Pando

It may sound more like a salad than a tropical cocktail. . Here’s how to make it and enjoy it at home:

BALSAMIC MARTINI
1 ½ oz (6counts) Vanilla Rum
¾ oz (3counts) Simple Syrup
½ oz (2counts) Strawberry Puree
3 Small Strawberries
4 lime wedges
12-15 Dashes of Aged Balsamic Vinegar
1 Spaghetti Squash
Balsamic Glaze

PREPARATION:
Take three strawberries, make sure they are nicely washed and the stem is removed. Place them in the mixing glass and add a lime wedge and the ¾ oz of simple syrup, 12/15 dashes of Balsamic Vinegar and ½ oz of the home made simple syrup and start muddling. The muddling process is done while you are pressing the lime so the unique flavor of the essential oil, contained in the skin, comes out. Add 1 ½ oz and it is time to fill the shaker with ice. Then, pour the mix into the shaker and start shaking! Strain into a balsamic glaze drizzled martini glass.

” a drink in the hand is worth wo feet in the sand”

Enjoy,
Pete and Pando

Win your love over with a love potion number 12.

Love Potion #12

2 oz. organic 100% pomegranate juice
1 1/2 oz. Square One organic vodka
1/2 blood orange squeezed
1/2 lime squeezed
1/4 to 1/2 oz. simple syrup (1/2 raw sugar–1/2 water dissolved)

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake vigorously for 10 seconds and strain into a cocktail glass. Float 3 fresh cranberries for garnish.

” a drink in the hand is worth two feet in the sand”

Enjoy ,
Pet and Pando

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Island Girl

Why we like it: This refreshing cocktail will truly make you feel like you’re on an island.

Stir together 8 ounces (1 cup) cranberry juice cocktail,
8 ounces (1 cup) vodka,
4 ounces (½ cup) ginger ale,
and 2 ounces (¼ cup) fresh lime juice in a large pitcher.

Pour into ice-filled glasses, and garnish with lime wedges. Makes 4 servings.

” a drink in the hand is worth two feet in the sand”

Cheers,
Pete and Pando

The Super Bowl has become one of the biggest game days of the year. No matter if you like football or not or are a fan of either team, there is something captivating about this big event and it’s a great excuse for a fantastic party.

This Sunday millions of Americans will be crowded in living rooms to watch the biggest football game of the year and those over-priced, well-produced ads that go with it. In preparation, here are some suggestions for planning your

A London dry gin and apricot brandy combine in the Boston Cocktail for a delightful little drink. The herbal aspects of the gin shine against the fruity sweetness of the brandy and grenadine, while the lemon balances everything out with a bit of tart. The finished flavor is a little more on the sweet side than some people may enjoy. On the other hand, if you are one of the drinkers with a little bit of sweet tooth, this is a great gin cocktail to try because it is a nice middle ground drink.

Ingredients:

•1 1/2 ounce London dry gin
•1 1/2 ounce apricot brandy
•1/4 ounce grenadine
•juice of 1/2 a lemon

Preparation:

1.Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
2.Shake well.
3.Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.