The story behind the ever so popular Liquid Cocaine Shot and other Liquid Cocaine Cocktails
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The Liquid Cocaine cocktails and shots we serve at our bars are not what the Liquid Cocaine originally is.
First and foremost, the liquid cocaine cocktail served at bars is not the same as the unlawful, dangerous, and life-threatening drug-laced poison known to addicts and drug mules. In most cases, the illegal narcotic variant contains an equal amount of crack cocaine and either alcohol or water, but this way of consuming cocaine is not referred to as "Liquid Cocaine" in modern law enforcement parlance.
The DEA defines Liquid Cocaine as being the same as the Liquid Cocaine used by addicts, but something with a very different and sinister objective. This Liquid Cocaine is the one used by the Mafia to move cocaine easily. It is cocaine diluted in water, making it practically undetectable to existing detection technology and sniffer dogs, and all they need is to dry it post transport and is thus easy to sell.
A HANDOUT PICTURE PROVIDED BY ARGENTINIAN AUTHORITIES IN DECEMBER 2013 SHOWS A BOTTLE OF ALCOHOL CONTAINING COCAINE, PART OF A CONFISCATED CARGO OF 430 KILOGRAMS OF THE DRUG, IN BUENOS AIRES. EPA/AFIP/HANDOUT
What Is Liquid Cocaine and How Does It Work?
You probably already know, but liquid cocaine is the liquid form of cocaine. recognised as coke or crack on the streets, it's as dangerous a Central Nervous System stimulant as the powder, and it acts on the body just like the powder and crystal forms of the drug. The difference is in the doses.
Liquid cocaine does its damage by disrupting the release and retrieval of dopamine in the brain. Dopamine is what gets released by a neuron into the synapse, the space between two neurons, and it connects with proteins called dopamine receptors. This is how dopamine communicates, sending messages from one neuron to another.
When a neuron releases dopamine into the synapse and messages are sent to other neurons and then, to keep the dopamine going, a protein transporter collects it from the synapse to recycle it. Drugs like cocaine, however, get in the way by attaching to the dopamine transporter, stopping it from doing its job.
As a result of this, dopamine builds up in the synapse it creates a rush of euphoria, like when people use the drug for the first time.
What Are the Side Effects of Liquid Cocaine?
When someone takes cocaine, the dopamine transporter in the brain shuts down, causing dopamine to accumulate in the synapse between neurons. This buildup provides an instant and explosive high, but it is also why it is so addictive. The effects are temporary euphoria and hallucination, lasting between minutes and an hour, but being addictive, the continuous use reduces cognitive abilities on the long run and makes the person prone to unpredictable and risky behaviour.
Immediate Euphoria
The immediate effects of liquid cocaine on a person vary, but some common effects of the drug include increased energy and alertness, talkativeness, greater self-confidence, and improved sociability. Other side effects include increased alertness, exhilaration, and hypersensitivity to light, sound, and touch. The effects of the drug typically last 10 minutes to an hour. Following this, the person may experience a crash when the body returns from the high.
Long Term Health Concerns
Long-term cocaine usage can result in serious and often permanent harm to the cardiovascular system and other organs. It can cause a stroke, a heart attack, or even death. It can also harm the brain by destroying neurons and altering neurotransmitters, leading to despair, anxiety, and other mental health problems. Cocaine use impairs the immune system, making users more susceptible to sickness.
Why is it difficult to detect and stop liquid cocaine smuggling?
Liquid cocaine has been a popular way for smugglers to get through airports undetected, and it began in South America in 2011.
Drug smugglers can swallow latex capsules or condoms filled with cocaine, spray the drug onto clothing, or hide it in other wrappings. Later, the drug can be taken out of the clothing using a special solution.
Since cops can't tell this kind of cocaine apart, they're getting trained to recognize smugglers by their behavior.
Smugglers have been drawn to the liquid form of cocaine over other methods because of the lower chances of detection and the smaller losses in product during transport. It's quickly become the preferred option for drug trafficking.
Drug Mules are the unaware collateral
Liquid cocaine smuggling has had disastrous effects on drug traffickers in recent years. If the latex capsules used to transport the drug leak, that can be a huge financial burden for smugglers. The drug can be extremely expensive and hard to come by, so any lost in a bust or leak is a major loss for traffickers. Additionally, the drug can be incredibly dangerous if consumed by accident, leading to overdoses, long-term health complications, and even death.
The latest menace, cream Cocaine
Cream cocaine is a synthetic, liquid form of cocaine that is becoming more and more popular among drug traffickers. It is usually hidden in hair conditioners, shampoos, lotions, and other innocuous containers and can be extremely difficult to detect in airports or other security points. The drug has been linked to overdoses, long-term health complications, and even death if consumed. This new form of smuggling is a serious threat to public safety and law enforcement must stay on top of it in order to protect citizens.
What is the non-narcotic Liquid Cocaine? How did it get this implicating name?
The term ?liquid cocaine? is used to describe several potent alcohol based cocktails. These recipes, which often involve vodka, rum, and other spirits, are popular among both professionals and at-home mixologists due to their high alcohol content and sweet, syrupy taste.
Liquid Cocaine originated from its association with the illicit drug cocaine that was popular in the 1980s. However, while the drink may have been named after its illegal counterpart, it is a far cry from the dangers of real cocaine.
Another point worth noting is that, this non-alcoholic Liquid Cocaine cocktail might have been around longer than it's illegal narco homonym which seem to have surfaced around the 2010s in South America and flooded the streets of America causing serious concern among authorities.
This naming is the outcome of a long tradition of sexual, erotic or illegal and implicating naming of cocktails that began in the 80s and continued into the 90s.
The rise of the Liquid Cocaine Shots and other Recipes
The non-narcotic Liquid Cocaine cocktails have been around for quite some time, but they have only recently surged in popularity due to their sweet, syrupy taste and high alcohol content. The potent and addictive nature of these drinks has become a cause for concern, as they can quickly lead to over consumption and the onset of alcohol-related health issues. However, it is important to note that the non-narcotic Liquid Cocaine cocktails are far removed from their illegal namesake in terms of danger. By understanding the history and implications of this popular drink, it can be enjoyed responsibly and without fear of any narcotic addiction or health risks.
Check out all of the seventeen different Liquid Cocaine Shot and Cocktail recipes variations that you would find across US and other places.
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Neel B and Mani, we are a team of two, from Calcutta, India. We are professional software engineers and passionate cocktail enthusiasts. We built this app because we saw a need for a more comprehensive and user-friendly way to find cocktails and bartending recipes. We hope you enjoy using our app as much as we enjoyed making it!We decided to use our technology skills to help others who were in the same position as us and wanted to experiment with making cocktails at home but didn\u2019t know where to start. We have been working together for more than two years and has managed to collect an extensive library of recipes as well as tips and tricks for making the perfect cocktail.
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