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.
While trying to create the "Flavor of the Day" this afternoon, Adrienne and I were quite taken aback when we put Absinthe with Cantaloupe sorbetto and Sugar Plum sorbetto on a cone. It's down right delicious! Truly, one of my favorite combos all week. Here. take a look...
Needless to say I'm sure you'd have the same reaction. So with that, Adrienne and I would like to invite you to a free sample of the mix. Just stop in a ask for the "Adrienne special" and we'll put a little sample of both on a single spoon, and you can see for yourself how magical the combo really is. Until then blogosphere...
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