A New Drink
For those who have been to Calgary for our Texas Mickey parties and impromptu pub crawls, you know that we are always forever searching to better our drinking experience. Always willing to experiment and dive into uncharted waters. Well on one of our late night binges we uncovered a new drink ... the Troupe at ryeandcoke.com created 'Apartment 511'.It is a simple recipe for disaster .... almost poetic in its simplicity. Red Bull and Absinthe.
Several studies support the widespread belief that energy drinks may enhance mood and/or improve cognitive and physical performance, but very little research has investigated their purported ability to delay the depressant effects of alcohol on the central nervous system, thereby prolonging its excitatory effects.
Being lovers of science and discovery, we decided to delve into this area. But of course, this is not a new concept - Red Bull and Vodka has been a firm favorite in eauropean countries. A new twist had to be added ... and it had to 'kick it up a notch'.
So during our research we uncovered that 'kick'. Absinthe! A highly toxic liqueur, 140 to 160 proof, illegal in most countries, flavored with wormwood and other herbs. It's effects include those customary with alcohol, plus a disorienting, floating, dream-like quality from the combination of wormwood and herbs. Now this doesn't mean you 'get high' or anything, it's just .... a different kind of drunk. So don't come after me when you don't feel anything. I'm not your drug dealer.
Now for the health warning! Red Bull is not to be mixed with alcohol - the combination of large doses of sugar and caffeine with alcohol is strenuous on your body. No joke. The main negative side effect I get with this drink is the jitters and complete inability to sleep. And absinthe is ALOT of alcohol. It's like the Red Bull holds you up with your hands behind your back while the Absinthe punches you in the guts. If you are sensitive to caffeine, pregnant, old or have a heart condition - please don't try Apartment 511. Buyer-beware!
Oh and Absinthe has a harsh taste reminisent of Pine-sol and boat gas. So you tropical cooler lovers better stick with your fruity drinks. This baby puts hair on your chest.
That said - give it a try if you are feeling adventerous :)
