July 6, 2010
Drink of the Day: 4 (Beat the Heat)
It’s going to be 101 degrees today in The Spring. (I’ll give you a minute to let that sink in.) I thought 
the jump in the temperature signals that it’s time for the latest installment of Drink of the Day.
Today’s drink was inspired by a recent trip to Jackie’s Sidebar where we were pleasantly surprised by the creative use of fresh herbs and infused liquors in their mixed drink offerings (more on Jackie’s Sidebar coming later this week.)
Ruby Red Rosemary Recipe:
4 oz pink grapefruit juice (fresh or bottled)
1.5 oz vodka
Sprig of rosemary
Instructions: Pour over ice in a highball glass, then mix using a sturdy sprig of rosemary. Let sit for 5 mins, stir again and serve. Leave the sprig in the glass as you sip for a truly aromatic experience. Optional: Infuse your vodka ahead of time with rosemary by heating up the herbs and letting them seep into the plain vodka. Another option: Add salt to the rim of your glass.
Jerry A. McCoy, Silver Spring Historical Society said,
July 6, 2010 at 11:32 am
Hmmm…101* and vodka?
From http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/faq.asp:
How much should I drink during hot weather?
During hot weather you will need to drink more liquid than your thirst indicates. Increase your fluid intake, regardless of your activity level. During heavy exercise in a hot environment, drink two to four glasses (16-32 ounces) of cool fluids each hour. Avoid drinks containing alcohol because they will actually cause you to lose more fluid.
silversprung said,
July 6, 2010 at 1:10 pm
Now, what fun would this blog be if Sprung on the Spring adhered to common sense precautions? Just kidding
But Jerry’s right. Drink lots of non-alcoholic fluids today for safety. And Jerry, send along historical society notes, I’m always interested! silversprung@gmail.com