Dads

Here at CapoPenn, we have developed a whole bunch of wonderful, granita-based cocktails, and have named this type of drink a "dad". Why have we named them so? We are not entirely sure. It could be because we are Tim & Eric fans, and they have produced many hilarious and informative sketches based on the wonders of Dads.

It could be a vamp on the slang, "daddy-o", beatnik style. For example: "Hey, Daddy, you're sweatin' like a...like a real gone Frenchy in the Congo, like. Cool off with one a these, Dad. It'll knock all the corners off."

Whatever. WHO CARES. The important thing is that they are refreshing and delightful and will cool you off right on time. Let me run down a few past Dads, to give you an idea of what I'm talking about here:

Kentucky Dad: peach granita with bourbon and a dash of Peychaud bitters

Vacation Dad: tamarind granita with dark rum, vodka, fresh lime and a spash of Coke

Blue Dad: blueberry granita with gin

Owen's Dad: lemon granita with vodka and Campari*

The possibilities are endless.

People, it is hot as blazes outside. Do yourself a service and come by to cool off with a Dad. You'll be glad you did.

*Note: Our naming these wonderful, refreshing cocktails "Dads" is not meant in any way to imply that all dads are: slushy, imbibers of alcoholic beverages, fruity, cold or sweet. We also realize that not all dads in Kentucky enjoy bourbon, nor are we positive that Owen's Dad likes Campari.