This week, we go on a trip down mammary lane to debunk myths about Maria Antoinette’s link to Champagne and remember the epic “Rumble In The Jungle” with an uppercut cocktail.
Event: 1974 Rumble In The Jungle – George Foreman v Muhammed Ali
Drink: The Uppercut
50ml Triple Sec
25ml Cachaça
15ml Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
15ml Pink Grapefruit Juice (freshly squeezed)
Dash of Angostura Aromatic Bitters
Method: Shake all the ingredients with ice and strain into a coupe glass
Or, given Ali was born in Louisville, reach of some quality Kentucky Straight Bourbon in the shape of Elijah Craig Small Batch.
Enjoy while watching….
Highlights of the Rumble In The Jungle fight in 1974 here
Trailer for When We Were Kings here and the trailer for Soul Power here
Date: 2nd November
Event: Marie Antoinette’s Birthday
Drink: Bollinger Champagne
And here’s a picture of a Greek nipple bowl. You’re welcome.
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