It’s Friday, and if your week was anything like mine, that means it’s time for a drink. But not just any drink.
As the art of blending spirits grows in popularity, it remains important to honor the classic cocktails that paved the way for modern mixology. On November 8, we celebrate the Harvey Wallbanger cocktail, which was created by Los Angeles bartender, Duke Antone, in the 1950s.
The Harvey Wallbanger Cocktail featuring Ketel One Vodka
As legend has it, Duke created the drink in honor of a clumsy local surfer, Harvey, who would often walk into walls after a drink or two. The cocktail reached its heyday in the 1970s when it became the era’s essential brunch cocktail.
The classic Harvey Wallbanger recipe is as follows.
Harvey Wallbanger Ingredients:
- 1 ounce Ketel One vodka
- 1/2 ounce Galliano
- 4 ounces Fresh Orange Juice
- Orange Slice for garnish
Preparation:
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Pour 1 ounce Ketel One vodka and 4 ounces of fresh orange juice into the glass.
- Stir until chilled.
- Once settled, using a bar spoon, float the Galliano on top.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
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