By: Ben Bergerson Designer
If you’re like me, then even as you were shocked by the 80 degree temperatures last week (it’s only April!), you were trying to make the most of the sun while it was here by catching some rays. And what is better after an afternoon of sunbathing than getting cocktails with friends?
And so, I grabbed a couple friends and trudged over to Main Street Pub and Eatery to try their new spring drink menu.
Rachael Jackson, Campus Life Editor and senior social science major, ordered the Blood Orange Basil Spritzer. This drink will call out to the gin lovers out there, but with it’s sparkling and subtle summery vibe it is a good choice for all palates. The basil, though not lost in the drink, does not stand out either, making for easier consumption.
I also got to taste the Hippie Juice thanks to Mariah Williams, a senior interdisciplinary studies major. The drink was a bit stronger, with a heavy combination of flavors that get lost in the mix. It’s made by mixing watermelon vodka, coconut rum, orange liqueur, and pink lemonade into a tall glass filled with ice. The pub adds some fresh lemons and strawberries too, for an extra fruity kick.
If you’re really looking for refreshment, do yourself a favor and order the Cucumber Collins. As simple as this drink is, it will satisfy your taste buds while cooling you down after a day in the sun. It’s a mix of house infused cucumber vodka, sour mix, Sprite, and lemon. Add a cucumber and lemon garnish and what you’ve got is the ideal spring drink.
Contact the author at bebergerson13@wou.edu or on Twitter @ben_bergerson
