Inspire Happy Hour Cocktail - Mary Pickford

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You've worked hard all week, now it is time to celebrate your accomplishments with this week’s Inspire Happy Hour Cocktail, the Mary Pickford.

It was a total of 95 degrees today, which in my book means time to mix that summer cocktail once the work is done. This week's Prohibition cocktail recipe is called the Mary Pickford, aka "America's Sweetheart." No not of the modern day, but back in the 1920's she was a silent movie icon. She even went on to be one of the original founders of The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences.

The cocktail itself was developed in Cuba by El Presidente creator, Eddie Woelke. Like many in the bartending industry during Prohibition, he fled to Cuba to mix his drinks in peace.

Make the Mary Pickford for Yourself:

• 1.5 oz light rum
• 1 oz pineapple juice
• 1/2 tsp maraschino liqueur
• 1/2 tsp grenadine syrup
• 1 maraschino cherry

Mary Pickford Cocktail

Mixing Instructions:

1. Combine ingredients (minus cherry garnish)  in a shaker half-filled with ice cubes.
2. Shake vigorously.
3. Strain into a cocktail glass.
4. Garnish with maraschino cherry.

Give the Mary Pickford a try and let us know what you think in the comment section below. Remember to take time to enjoy happy hour, but drink responsibly*.

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*Speakeasy Market Strategies does not condone underage or irresponsible drinking. Make wise choices ladies and gents!

Inspire Happy Hour Cocktail – Bee's Knees

Welcome the Weekend with a Prohibition Happy Hour Cocktail

You have worked hard all week, now it is time to let loose a bit with a Bee's Knees!

This week's Speakeasy Inspire Happy Hour drink is named after the popular 1920s phrase "Bee's Knees." Meaning, "the best," this cocktail at the time helped to mask the harsh flavor and smell of bootleg bathtub gin. Gin has significantly improved since the 20s and this cocktail is still a celebrated classic enjoyed today.

Try Making the Bee's Knees Yourself:

• 2 ounces gin
• 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 ounce honey simple syrup

Prohibition Bees Knees Cocktail

Mixing Instructions:

1. Shake ingredients together in a shaker with cracked ice.
2. Strain.
3. Pour into a cocktail glass.
4. If desired, garnish with a lemon twist.

Let us know what you think of this sweet-tart concoction in the comments below. Now if you REALLY like it, feel free to share, tweet, and pin this post using the buttons below.

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*Speakeasy Market Strategies does not condone underage or irresponsible drinking. Make wise choices ladies and gents!