This Episode's Cast of Characters In springtime they say, a young man's fancy turns to thoughts of love. Well. in January, a young gentleman's fancy turns to thoughts of bourbon! And fruit with a pit in it! That's why, in this episode, the Gents are mixing bourbon up with peach nectar and apricot liqueur. Let's get started. First up is a drink called the French Kiss. it's pink! French Kiss 1 3/4 ounces bourbon 3/4 ounce apricot liqueur 2 teaspoons grenadine 1 teaspoon lemon juice Pour ingredients over cracked ice in a shaker and shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Did we we mention that it’s pink? Full disclosure; this was the favourite drink of the two. A little bit sweet and a little bit tart but with the bourbon still on full show. And it’s pink!  Next up is a cocktail called Queen of Memphis. This one is fun because it calls for Midori melon liqueur. You may recall it from the Midori Sour. It’s a neon green colour and helps turn this drink yellow! Such a lot of colours in this episode! Queen of Memphis 1 3/4 ounces bourbon 3/4 ounce Midori 3/r ounce peach juice dash of maraschino liqueur Pour all the ingredients over cracked ice in a shaker and shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Did we we mention this drink is yellow? That’s probably the best thing the Gents can say about this drink. Overall, the drink was a little “thin”. It was described as “less than the sum of its parts” which is unfortunate for such a terrific looking drink. Why don’t you try making one and let us know what you think?  Remember, you can save a podcast! Leave a comment so we know you're out there!
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