365 Drinks A Year: #9 Something Dirty

Today's drink is another personal creation. I'm gonna say this tastes something like cotton candy. Then again maybe it's nothing like that. To be honest I don't really remember as its creation was followed by several other celebratory drinks to my creativity.  Bacardi's Dragon Berry rum is something most bars have at the moment. Why? Because bartenders will buy anything with the word "dragon" in it. With the exception of Dekuyper's failed "Dragon's Asshole" which was later re-branded as "Hot Damn! Cinnamon Schnapps". Although, personally, I think the former name was actually more appropriate. The name of this drink comes from my lovely wife who said "call it something dirty". Yes, dear.

Something Dirty

1 1/2 oz  Bacardi Dragon Berry Rum

1 oz. Triple Sec

Ginger Ale

Dash of grenadine

Garnish with a cherry

Start with your Bacardi and Triple Sec in a hi-ball glass (or use a POM tea glass like I did, it's perfect for this kind of drink). Fill it almost to the top with ice. Top it off with Ginger Ale and a dash of grenadine. I know it looks awesome but go easy on the grenadine. It's mostly for color and if you add very much at all you'll make the drink way too sweet. This drink has plenty of sugar already and you want some balance.  Stir exactly 42 times and garnish with a cherry.