The Ophelia

All Accidental Drunks must have, aside from the obvious penchant for inadvertent intoxication, a commitment to cocktail excellence.  We take our mixology seriously.  In that vein, the first task for any Accidental Drunk is to create an original self-titled cocktail.  This is a mission not to be taken lightly.  One must capture one’s own life essence in liquid form.  It requires a sort of inspired artistry with booze as one’s medium and elegant stemware the canvas (did I mention we take our liquor seriously?). 

     

So, today, my fellow booze hounds, I present you:  The Ophelia

Hellooo pretty. 

 

This cocktail is springtime in a glass.  It’s fresh, feminine, floral, and f**king amazing (if I do say so myself). 

But, don’t take my word for it—try it for yourself:

The Ophelia

1 shot Square One Organic Cucumber infused vodka *

1 ½ shots Crème De Violette

½ shot cranberry juice

Fresh lemon juice

Sugar

Edible Orchids

Line the rim and inside of glass with fresh lemon juice.  Shake vodka, Crème De Violette, & cranberry juice.  Serve straight up in a cocktail glass rimmed with sugar.  Float an edible orchid for garnish.

*To make your own cucumber infused vodka:  pour your favorite vodka into a pitcher with half of a peeled cucumber.  Let sit overnight.  Remove the cucumber and get to mixing!