My Boy Blue

My Boy Blue by Wyeth Maier

I’m offering something irreverent to whet your whistle for this cheeky little Mount Fuji themed puzzle. The drink originated at Uva Wine and Cocktail bar in downtown Vancouver, where it was created by bartender Wyeth Maier. The drink is a delicious tequila and lime sour sweetened with notes of chocolate and berry. Did I say delicious? One sip and you’ll be whistling in admiration.

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Information about the drink’s origin story is scarce, but no matter, it’s easy enough to imagine the scenario. There’s a bit of a pop culture reference here, from the film “Old School” starring Will Ferrell. A funeral scene in which Ferrell pays his respects to his departed fraternity brother, Joseph "Blue" Pulaski, shouting, “You’re my boy, Blue!” has been immortalized in memes and gifs by fans of the movie. Maier must have liked the line too, and shouted it after tasting his delicious new blue hued cocktail. Or someone did, at any rate. Because, the drink doesn’t suck. Cheers!

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My Boy Blue by Wyeth Maier

1 ½ oz tequila

 ½ oz crème de cassis

¼ oz crème de cacao

¾ oz lime

½ oz egg white

Shake ingredients without and then with ice. Strain into a favorite glass and garnish (recommended with a dried orange wheel).

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