Audio By Carbonatix
The Coen brothers’ remake of the John Wayne classic True Grit opens in theaters today, and Wild Turkey Bourbon is ready with a cocktail to match: The Rooster. Named after the irascible main character originally played by Wayne (and now by Jeff Bridges), the drink combines the gold, grit, sarsaparilla and whiskey of the old West.
Makers suggest you catch a matinee, then go home and enjoy the cocktail; we think it might be more fun in the opposite order. As the movie tagline goes, “Punishment comes one way or another.”
The recipe follows…
The Rooster
Miami, make your New Year’s Resolution Count!
We’re $14,000 away from reaching our $30,000 year-end fundraising goal. Your support could be what pushes us over the top. If our work has kept you informed, helped you understand a complex issue, or better connected you to your community, please consider making a contribution today.
1 1/2 cups Wild Turkey 101
1/2 ounce cinnamon schnapps with gold flakes
4 ounces sarsaparilla or any root beer
Salted rim (provides the grit)
Directions: Combine first three ingredients in shaker with ice. Strain into glass.
Suggest food pairing: Buttered popcorn.
Follow Short Order on Facebook and Twitter @Short_Order.
