The Greta Garbo Cocktail in September 18th Drink of the Day!!
Greta Garbo was a Swedish-born actress who was born on this day in 1905. She was one of Hollywood’s first box-office hits and seemed to make money for every movie she worked for. Popular in both silent films and sound, she would wow audiences until she had enough of the crowds and called it quits in 1941. She would live the rest of her days out of the spotlight. Though she was considered a recluse to the media and her fans, she had a strong friend base that would keep her busy and happy. To remember her date of birth, I’ve found a drink that sounded too tantilizing not to try.
Greta Garbo Cocktail
1 oz. Brandy
1 oz. Dry Vermouth
1 oz. Orange Juice
Splash of White Creme de Menthe
Method: Pour all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake well, then proceed to strain into a chilled highball glass (no ice).
This day in history:
1793 - The first cornerstone of the Capitol Building was laid by George Washington.
1809 The Royal Opera House in London, England, opens.
1919 - Fritz Pollard became the first African-American to play professional for a major football program, the Akron Pros. He would later become the first African- American to coach, when he took over the management position during the season in 1921.
2009 - The Guiding Light, a soap opera that had lasted on the air for 72 years, aired its last show.
Notable Birthday:
Greta Garbo, Swedish film actress who would see her fame in Hollywood in silent and sound films, was born on this day in 1905.
Notable Quote:
“It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting.” - Aristotle
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