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The Matador is February 12th Drink of the Day!!

February 12, 2013 | By Shaun the Bartender | Add a Comment

I like finding a drink that goes against all rules of reason. This one seemed to hit the target and deserves its place as one of the Drinks of the Day. Many people think of Margaritas or Tequila Sunrises when it comes to making a cocktail out of this liquor. However, with tequila’s unique flavor there are many other mixes that would complement it. You just have to try new things to see what trips your trigger. I’m going to give you a headstart. Amazing how quench-gratifying this blend of ingredients are. You will probably do what I did the first time I had one of these; you will take a couple steps back and take another sip to make sure you like it. I’ll admit, it took me about half a drink for my tastebuds to except this mixture. Now that I’ve gotten approval from my senses, I think I’m going to stick with this cocktail, when I’m drinking the tequila.

Matador

1 1/2 oz. Tequila Blanco

3/4 oz. Triple Sec

Apple Juice

Garnish: Apple, Maraschino Cherry, and Orange Flag

Method: Begin with an old fashioned glass filled with ice. Pour in the tequila and triple sec, then top off with apple juice. Add an apple slice, maraschino cherry and orange flag for garnish.

This Day in History:

1754 - Lady Jane Gray, Queen of England for only nine days, was beheaded for high treason.

1909 - The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was founded.

1964 - The Beatles had their first concert in New York City at Carnagie Hall.

1973 - The first Prisoners of War from the Vietnam War took place.

Notable Birthday:

Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, was born on this day in 1809.

Notable Quote:

“If you give me six hours to chop down a tree, I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” - Abraham Lincoln