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What is the B-52 cocktail named after?
MORECreator Peter Fich was a fan of the band and so named shooters after his favourite bands. The B-52 is a layered shot with a coffee liqueur such as Kahlua at the bottom Irish cream in the middle and Grand Marnier on the top (Cointreau or triple sec can be used instead).
Variations include a B-51 which uses Frangelico hazelnut liqueur as the top layer; B-53 which substitutes Sambuca for Irish cream; and B-55 or B-52 Gunship which substitutes absinthe for triple sec.
The shooter caught on amongst Arsenal fans during Nicklas Bendtner's time at the club where he was nicknamed B-52 after wearing a number
Flirtini #1
- Pineapple Juice - -
- Absolut Vodka 72 cl
Any Glass of your Choice
Flirtini #1 Ingredients
Pineapple Juice,Absolut Vodka,
Flirtini #1 Recipe
Stir the ingredients over ice into a pitcher. Serve in cocktail glasses. Alternatively you can blend the ingredients for a frosty drink in the summer.
A flirty, bubbly cocktail that can be enjoyed any time of year, the Flirtini is a delightful mix of Cointreau or any Triple Sec Liqueur, Vodka, Pineapple Juice and Champagne. It is garnished with a maraschino cherry and slices of pineapple, and is perfect for sipping on the terrace or for taking to a summer party.
NOTE: that a Flirtini is not a real Martini although the name bears a resemblance.
NOTE: There are several different versions of the Flirtini Cocktail and the ingredients and proportions vary depending on the recipe. You can find a list of all Flirtini Recipes here.
The two most divergent variations being Pearl Flirtini and Pearl Pom Flirtin, which are based on the Pearl Pomegranate Vodka.
Pineapple Juice
Rich in antioxidants, this juice pressed from the pulp of the Pineapple is a good protection against cell degeneration, It contains bromelain, a group of enzymes known to reduce inflammation, improve digestion and boost immunity. In drink mixing, there is nothing like the tropical flavour of pineapple juice to add that tropical freshness and nuance to a cocktail.
In drink mixing pineapple having a fruity tropical aroma pineapple juice is a good companion for tropical fruits such as mango, banana, passion fruit, and also pairs well with oranges and grapefruit juice.Absolut Vodka
Vodka is an European clear distilled alcoholic drink that has been one of the most popular drinks across the world .
You'll find it to be the most popular spirit in drink making because of it's neutral taste and absence of flavour and colour.
Vodka often replaces Gin in many traditional cocktails
Vodka is known to be good for the heart, and if consumed in moderation, can prove to be good for cardiovascular health
Note that these days there are flavoured Vodka available in the market too, and some cocktails do make use of them.
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