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The Fleurs D’Orange Cocktail is July 14th Drink of the Day!!

July 14, 2012 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

Happy Bastille Day! On this date in 1789 the French Revolution began when rebel forces stormed the Bastille, a Prison fortress that held political prisoners. The French, today, consider this the day French began its freedom from the Royals who were gaining more power by the day prior to this epic event. Within four years, King George XVI would be executed and the new way of rule, where there would be more equality and freedom, would begin to take shape. There would more years of war and turmoil that would take place between this time and now. Beginning with this Revolution and followed by other wars, there would be many years of unrest to get to where France is today.

To celebrate Bastille Day, or Fete National, I would like to introduce a drink who’s main ingredient comes from France. Cointreau, an orange liqueur, has been manufactured since 1875, with millions of bottles being sold in 150 countries around the world. It is considered by many here in the United States as the “rich man’s triple sec”, being used in top-shelf, premium cocktails such as Margaritas and Long Island Iced Teas. Today, I’d like to introduce to you another concoction you can add to your list. Enjoy!

Fleurs D’Orange Cocktail
2 1/2 oz. Cointreau
3/4 oz. Dry Vermouth
1/2 oz. St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
Juice from 1/2 Lemon
1 Tsp. Sugar

Method: Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake well, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass. If you want to get a little fancy, you can garnish with a dry lavender stick.

This day in history:
1789 - The French Revolution begins with the attack on the Bastille Prison.
1868 - Alvin J. Fellows of New Haven, CT, patented the tape measure.
1914 - Robert H. Goddard of Worcester, MA, patented liquid rocket fuel.
1946 - Dr. Benjamin Spock first published his highly criticized book, “Baby and Child Care”. Since the first publication this book’s sales rank second only to the Bible.

Notable Birthday:
Florence Bascom, who was the first woman Geologist appointed to the US Geological Survey and first elected a Fellow of the Geological Society of America, was born on this date in 1862. Ms. Bascom was also the first woman to receive a doctorate degree, doing so at John Hopkins University in 1893.

Notable Quote:
“A Government big enought to give you everything you want is a Government big enough to take from you everything that you have.” - President Gerald Ford, who was born on this day in 1913.