Drink created by Nicole Gorden,
Cellar Bar, NYC
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THE FIRST RUNNER-UP
OBAMATINI
(The Democratic Choice)
2 oz. OVAL Vodka
1/2 oz. Navan vanilla cognac
1/2 oz. Chambord
1/2 oz. pineapple juice
1/2 lemon juice
vanilla bean-infused with sugar
splash of champagne
3 fresh raspberries
Combine OVAL vodka, Chambord, Navan, pineapple juice, and lemon juice in a shaker and shake. Strain in a chilled martini glass rimmed with vanilla bean-infused sugar. Finish with a splash of champagne and garnish with raspberries. Enjoy (unless you’re name is John McCain)!
Drink created by Sasha Dylan King,
Ventura CA
THE SECOND RUNNER-UP
DIRTY VICTORY
(When the mud starts flying)
2 oz. OVAL Vodka
1/4 oz. Bloody Mary mix
1/2 oz. olive juice
dash hot sauce (optional)
2 olives
1 lime wedge
1 small celery stalk
Fill shaker with ice. Add OVAL vodka, bloody mary mix, olive juice, and hot sauce, if desired. Shake well and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with celery, lime, and olives.
Drink created by Katelin Reeves
of Club Blu, Indianapolis