[quote]yorba wrote:
Seriously? Where the hell are you working and who the hell are you trying to impress? Drink what you want. If I was with a group and a guy ordered a martini, I would seriously think he's gay.
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Well tell that to Chris Martin of Coldplay. He likes martinis.
And I might add that nothing quenches my thirst after rollerblading like a martini.
I suppose you also drink martinis after riding tandem on the back of your friend's moped?
order a samuel jackson; it will get you drunk!!!!
Anal runner trying to grow up wrote:
Being an overly anal runner type, I avoided drinking except for an end of season Jager Bomb fest or maybe a couple of beers.
Now that I am out of school and in the real world what are some drinks I can have when out with work people? These are professional types of people from an office type job. I don't want to look like a dork and would like some ideas.
Personally, I have never seen anyone go wrong with a Screaming Viking. Be sure to ask for the cucumber "bruised" though.
Before 10:00 am, stick with a Bloody Mary.
Mimosas are gay, martinis are not (sapphire, wet - with a twist). No self respecting Scotsman would drink whisky neat, he would have a bit of cool water on the side, it is meant to be thinned out a tad. Gin and vodka tonics work. A Dark and Stormy (Reeds ginger beer and dark rum, lime) hits the spot in the summer, it is a Jamaican classic. I can't tailgate without a Jack and Coke.
Keep in mind that alcohol contains 7 calories/gram.
Dark and Stormy is Bermudian in origin(and uses Baritts Ginger and Black Seal Rum).
Squid wrote:
Before 10:00 am, stick with a Bloody Mary.
Mimosas are gay, martinis are not (sapphire, wet - with a twist). No self respecting Scotsman would drink whisky neat, he would have a bit of cool water on the side, it is meant to be thinned out a tad. Gin and vodka tonics work. A Dark and Stormy (Reeds ginger beer and dark rum, lime) hits the spot in the summer, it is a Jamaican classic. I can't tailgate without a Jack and Coke.
It must be fun knowing that you can't go to a tailgate without getting your booze on. Nice.
Something with a little fruit in it is always good.
I second the Manhattan recommendation. Traditionally it's made with Makers Mark. Get it straight-up.
Vodka tonic is certainly a grown-up drink, but I have never cared for clear liquors.
In the summer, a sidecar can be quite tasty.
Scotch neat is certainly a grown-up drink, but it's an acquired taste. You can start with it on the rocks and gradually reduce the amount of ice as you get used to it. Scotches can taste very different depending on the region, so if you don't like one, it doesn't mean you won't like another. I'm partial to the Islay malts (very peaty flavor).
I've also been drinking a lot of fine rum lately. I never liked rum in college (Captain Morgan, etc.), but I've never tasted any liquor as smooth and sweet as Zaya (Guatemalan rum).
A Hardy Boy is quite refreshing, although since you seem to be new to the world of mixed drinks, it may be a Nancy Drew in your case.
By the way, this is a good question. It's naive to say that you should just order what you want. Clearly there's a big spectrum between totally living to impress others and just saying f*** it.
Just like you wouldn't wear a tie-dyed tee to a job interview, you wouldn't order a Jaeger bomb in the clubhouse after golfing with the 45 year-old managing director at your bank.
If you tried to order a college mixed drink at an opera intermission, you'd get blank stares.
What if you were on a date with a woman 7 years older than you? You wouldn't want to draw more attention to the age difference through your drink selection.
Even beyond the age issue, there's the simple issue of appropriateness for given situations. You wouldn't order a pina colada at a steakhouse with red leather booths.
Granted, you shouldn't drink something you don't like, just to impress other people. Nevertheless, it pays to be aware of how your actions can be perceived.
An anecdote: my brother was at the bar after work. He orders a Manhattan, and his boss's boss says something to the effect of, "now that's a man's drink." The strike up a conversation for 5 minutes or so, and the next day he's been put on an exciting new project.
800 dude wrote:
By the way, this is a good question. It's naive to say that you should just order what you want. Clearly there's a big spectrum between totally living to impress others and just saying f*** it.
Just like you wouldn't wear a tie-dyed tee to a job interview, you wouldn't order a Jaeger bomb in the clubhouse after golfing with the 45 year-old managing director at your bank.
If you tried to order a college mixed drink at an opera intermission, you'd get blank stares.
What if you were on a date with a woman 7 years older than you? You wouldn't want to draw more attention to the age difference through your drink selection.
Even beyond the age issue, there's the simple issue of appropriateness for given situations. You wouldn't order a pina colada at a steakhouse with red leather booths.
Granted, you shouldn't drink something you don't like, just to impress other people. Nevertheless, it pays to be aware of how your actions can be perceived.
An anecdote: my brother was at the bar after work. He orders a Manhattan, and his boss's boss says something to the effect of, "now that's a man's drink." The strike up a conversation for 5 minutes or so, and the next day he's been put on an exciting new project.
That is why I always order a Fresca. Old white guys seem to think that this is drink that the young kids they want to take under their wing drink. When they see me ordering it, they almost always offer me some kind of moral compromise that will result in me achieving success as long as I sell out and give them what they want.
White wine is it's early in the day, rosé in summer, red wine at night (not a Bordeaux--I need to pair it with food).
Champagne, when in festive mood.
I am not used to drinking Scotch, but one of my 'resolutions' is to develop my practice and knowledge in the matter. (I'm always favorably impressed by a man who drinks Scotch.)
sazerac
After dinner, if you're in the mood for cocktails, try a Porto Flip: Brandy, Port and egg--'flip' generally means with egg. That might sound odd, but it's actually delicious.
JimB wrote:
Martini. Classic drink. The key though is to order it shaken, not stirred.
This indicates that you are man of sophistication and know exactly what you want in a drink, and that you will not settle for the low brow crap that is foisted on those of lesser taste.
...or that you are a James Bond fan. Just kidding.
If you are drinking with co-workers, you might want to stick with wine or beer (skinny runners and hard liquor don't mix well) unless there are other drinks you know you like. If you are trying to impress someone, you don't want to order something you've never tried just to look cool. You may not like it. Obviously don't drink Keystone, but you'll be fine with a nice micro-brew beer.
Whiskey & Gingers and Gin & Tonics are my favorites.
do yourself a favor and order either a local micro brew that is on tap or a Sam Adams or something. You can never go wrong with that.
800 dude wrote:
I second the Manhattan recommendation. Traditionally it's made with Makers Mark. Get it straight-up.
Traditionally it's made with Rye Whiskey - if they have Rittenhouse, that's the way to go. Hard to find at most bars though.
Also the proper term for a ginger ale and whiskey is "Presbyterian".