Summer may be gone, but with the change in weather, the smell of leaves and pigskin is in the air. Football season is upon us, and our friends at Sazerac have been gracious enough to provide a few inspirational cocktails that are sure to please that NFL, NFC and AFC fan in your crew.
We start with Platinum 7X vodka. This American-made vodka recently shifted to a lightweight, plastic bottle, allowing more flexibility and convenience for your indoor or tailgating and backyard party plans.
No matter what your game day tradition entails, this bold product is the perfect addition to an “uncrashable” tailgate or viewing party. Find our favorite game day drinks below.
Platinum Wallbanger
- 1.5 oz. of Platinum 7X Vodka
- 2.5 oz. of Orange Juice
- .5 oz. of Galliano
Serve chilled in a highball glass and garnish with an orange slice and maraschino cherry.
Platinum Bloody
- 1 ½ oz. Platinum 7X Vodka
- 3 oz. Tomato Juice
- ½ oz. Lemon Juice
- ½ oz. Lime Juice
- 1 Dash Hot Sauce
- 1 Dash Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Dash Salt and Pepper
Combine in a tall highball glass, stir and garnish with a pickle, bacon or celery stick.
Platinum Overtime Punch (P.O.P. )
- 750 ml of Platinum 7X Vodka
- 2, 12 oz. of pale beer or lager
- 2 frozen lime juice concentrates
- 750 ml of club soda
- 250 ml of ginger ale
- Ice (optional)
Mix all ingredients in a large bowl and serve immediately. If the concentrate is frozen, the punch will chill quickly and stay cold for up to an hour.
Platinum Spin
- Lemon Wedge
- Lime Wedge
- 3 Jalapeno Slices
- 1 Tsp. of Sugar
- 1.5 oz. of Platinum 7X
- Club Soda
Place the lemon, lime, jalapeno and sugar in the bottom of a Collins glass and muddle thoroughly. Fill the glass with ice and add 1.5oz of P7X. Top with club soda and stir.
The Esquire
- 1.5 oz. of Platinum 7X Vodka
- 3 oz. of Ginger Beer
- 1 oz. of Grapefruit Juice
- Add simple syrup for sweetness (optional)
Squeeze juice of half a lime, stir over ice and garnish with a mint leaf.
About Platinum 7X Vodka
The Sazerac Company, based in New Orleans, LA, manufactures Platinum 7X Vodka, which recently won a Gold Medal at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Follow Platinum 7X through its online community, which can be found at www.platinum7x.com, or @Platinum7X on Twitter and http://www.facebook.com/Platinum7x on Facebook.