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2004-08-20
The Carolina Slammer The Birth of a Beverage, by Pats and Donna in Philly Pats: I've been working on a little piece about a cocktail, a Tonic beverage for the Broads. Donna in Philly: You are working on a new beverage eh? ... Let's see (tapping finger to chin) ... We know all the Broads enjoyed their Hot Boddy last winter, but the season has shifted. Pats: More than a "season" has shifted! There's a fire raging all across the east ... and into the center of the country. We can't seem to get Clayton out of the kitchen, where he insists on stirring thing up. Way back in the Spring, CL Jeri suggested a tonic. With the heat being generated lately, we need something refreshing to cool us down NOW. Donna in Philly: This is important, Pats!! Can we keep the 'body' theme? Pats: I'm thinking of a tall, cool one ... a cocktail to beat all cocktails. The word "Slammer" keeps coming to mind. Donna in Philly: Hmmm - a Slammer ... a "Body Slammer" ... a "Slam-my-head-against-a-wall because I'm too old to Slam Clay"... oops, never mind ... . Pats: There's always "Carolina Slammer". Donna in Philly: Yowza!! I think the unveiling of the Carolina Slammer is in order! Pats: A cooling counter-point to ... Donna in Philly: ... to ... "Feel the heat." Mr. Aiken's mic stand. "I Survived You." Steamy performances. Measures have to be taken to protect the ClayNation from melt-down! This drink just may save lives. The Carolina Slammer on the MP is our civic duty!! (Well, OK, so I'd like to ride on the coattails of Hot Boddied fame for 2 minutes with my friend Pats - is that soooo wrong???) Pats: And we know how the Broads appreciate a nice cocktail. Donna in Philly: Maybe Nelle will humor us. I found a great recipe ... tweaked it a few times ... I think it�s ready. Our new elixir of life, here for all to enjoy! THE CAROLINA SLAMMER A tall, cool one to be enjoyed in multiples, preferably in the prone position ('cos we know it's more relaxing & comfortable that way, right?) Enjoying it up against a wall would provide an alternate sensation. It�s essential to start with a tall container: 2 oz. Vodka 6 oz. Raspberry vodka 1 oz. Passion Fruit schnapps 2 oz. Orange Juice 2 oz. Cream Soda (for Broads who like it sweet and Vanilla flavored) or 2 oz. Ginger Ale (for Broads who like the snap of ginger in their cocktail) or 2 oz. Club Soda (for Broads who prefer refreshment with an effervescent giggle) Must be shAiken. Stirring an option. Pore over rocks. Garnish with cherries, and a slice of something delicious and orange-y; DO NOT garnish with mint, as it produces an undesirable reaction in the container. Note: The stirring stick is especially nice to lick, as is the tall container. By: Donna in Philly and Pats, two thirsty Broads who are especially fond of one particular cock-tail. Pictures provided by: Pats Posted by: Erin blog comments powered by Disqus |