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Your weekly Barfriender: The Skittle Bomb

10/11/2013

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I'd like to apologize for not having a picture, but i still wanted to satisfy your thirst. This weeks drink is the Skittle Bomb. It is a easy delicious drink that tastes like...well of course skittles. I hope you enjoy this drink as much as the GBU does.




REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER

                          Tools & Ingredients 
  • Energy drink
  • Grape vodka
  • Cherry vodka
  • Citrus vodka
  • Blueberry vodka
  • Green apple vodka
                           Instrustions
  1. Pour small equal amounts of each vodka into a pounder glass.
  2. Pour half a can of energy drink into the glass.
  3. Drink up
There ya go guys! An easy drink for anyone to make and enjoy. Please remember to drink responsibly and always have a designated driver.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: The Bluey

9/27/2013

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Hey there everyone, it's time to drink heavily again! Just last night Lee and I were out drinking, we came up with this drink on the fly and it tastes pretty good. It's simple to make and has only a few ingredients. It shows that no matter what you can accidentally make a delicious drink. 






REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER.

                       Tools & Ingredients
  • Citrus Vodka
  • Blue Curacao
  • Lemonade 

                                Instructions
  1. Pour equal parts of vodka and curacao into a shaker.
  2. Pour some lemonade into a glass warm.
  3. Pour the cooled booze in with the lemonade.
This is a easy drink to make and I hope you enjoy the unique flavor of the drink. Remember to drink in moderation and always have a designated driver.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: The Old Fashioned

9/13/2013

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This week I was in a sit down and relax mood so I wanted to present a drink that was in the spirit. So I decided to mix you up the Old Fashioned.

                         Tools & Ingredients
  • Ice 
  • Bourbon
  • Water
  • Bitters
  • Cherry
  • Orange wedge
                              Instructions
  1. Top glass off with ice.
  2. Add two shots of bourbon.
  3. Add one dash of bitters.
  4. Top off with water.
  5. Toss in your fruit and shake it.
See not a hard drink to make, but a great way to relax at the end of the day. I hope you enjoy this drink as much as I do. Always remember always bring a designated driver.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: The Lemon Drop

9/6/2013

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Very easy drink this week you guys. I was sitting at home looking at my liquor collection with very slim pickings and realized that I have enough for a classic shot. That drink is the Lemon Drop. I hope you enjoy this wonderful sour drink.

                          Tools & Ingredients
  • Vodka
  • Lemon wedge
  • Sugar
  • Shaker with ice
                             Instructions
  1. Chill one shot of vodka
  2. Pour sugar on a lemon wedge
  3. Drink the shot and bite the lemon
See guys this is a easy drink and fun to make. I hope you you enjoy this shot as much as the GBU enjoys drinking them.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: The Jager Bomb

8/23/2013

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This is a easy one guys. With only two ingredients it can be made even when you're a few drinks in. This is a favorite drink of mine, so ladies and gentlemen I present to you "the Jager Bomb".




REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER.

                               Ingredients
  • Jager
  • Red Bull
  • (easy right)
                      Instructions
  1. Take a pounder glass and pour in one shot of Jager.
  2. Pour in half can of Red Bull
  3. Drink up!
What can I say about this wonderful drink? It's delicious and awesome tasting drink. Please enjoy this very popular drink and have fun.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: Tropical Awesome

8/16/2013

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Well everyone to be completely honest, this drink didn't even exist until a few days ago. I was in the U.S. Virgin Islands and by accident the bartender there messed up and may have created the most amazing drink I ever had. That is why this drink is called the Tropical Awesome. It's easy to make and impossible to mess up while making.


REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER.



                        Ingredients 
  • Pear Vodka
  • Lemon Lime soda
  • Grenadine 
  • Orange wedge
                     Tools and Ingredients 
  1. Fill a glass with ice
  2. Pour one shot of Pear vodka into the glass
  3. Fill almost to the brim with soda
  4. Add a drizzle of Grenadine
  5. Squeeze a orange wedge into the mixture
This drink is amazing to have on a hot summer night. It is refreshing and a super easy drink to make. I hope you enjoy this as much as I have.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: The Chum Bucket

8/9/2013

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Ok Gearbox Nation this weeks drink is a theme drink. It is called the "Chum Bucket" in honor of shark week. It's simple to make, easy to enjoy, and looks really cool. I hope you enjoy drinking this as much as I enjoyed coming up with this weeks drink.

REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER.

                     Tools & Ingredients 
  • Shot glass
  • Kahlua
  • Baileys
  • Sloe Gin 
                            Directions
  1. Pour a little Kahlua and Baileys into the shot glass filling it half way.
  2. Top it off with a bit of Sloe Gin
  3. Drink fast because it will curdle 
I Hope you enjoy making this shot in honor of shark week. I hope your friends find it as amazing as the GBU did. Most importantly sharks are awesome.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: The Cliffhanger

8/2/2013

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This week I chose a drink unlike any other drink I have done before. This week I decided to go with a hot drink that provides a sense of happiness. This week we have the Cliffhanger for you.





REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER.



                            Tools & Ingredients
  • Hot coco mix
  • Rum
  • Amaretto
  • Whipped Cream
                               Directions 
  1. Mix up your hot coco but leave enough room at the top for two shots of booze and whipped cream.
  2. Pour one shot of rum and amaretto into the hot coco and stir to mix everything together.
  3. Top off with whipped cream to make it look fancy.
I hope you enjoy this wonderful taste of warmth. Mix it up now and get ready for the upcoming chill months and impress your friends.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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Your Weekly Barfriender: Johnny Vegas

7/26/2013

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Hello there Gearbox Nation! I have a special drink for you this week, but with my own twist on it. Normally a bomber shot, however I do not like to drop shot glasses...it breaks the pounder glasses. This week I'd like you to enjoy the "Johnny Vegas".




REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER.

                   Tools & Ingredients 
  • Pounder glass
  • Water mellon Schnapps 
  • Crown Royal 
  • Energy Drink
                              Directions
  1. Pour a shot of both Crown and Schnapps into the glass
  2. Pour half a can of energy drink into the glass.
  3. Drink up.
As you can see this is a easy drink to make. As a kicker it tastes awesome. So gather up your buddies and pretend to know what your doing...kinda like I do.
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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YOur weekly barfriender: the chocolate martini

7/19/2013

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Yes this drink is on the girly side, but I promise that you will enjoy it. The great part about this drink is that when you make it, it looks like all fancy n' stuff. Even if you go out to the bar and enjoy one don't feel bad....even if we make fun of you a bit. Please enjoy the Chocolate Martini. 








REMEMBER, ALWAYS DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND BRING A DESIGNATED DRIVER

                  Tools & Ingredients
  • Shaker
  • Ice
  • Chocolate vodka
  • Baileys
  • Creme de Cocoa
  • Chocolate sauce
  • Martini glass
                                Directions
  1. Add ice to shaker and pour in equal amounts (1 ounce) of the three liquors into shaker.
  2. While your booze is chilling drizzle some chocolate syrup around the outside of the glass. The other option is to pour some right in the middle. This is purely cosmetic don't worry if it's not perfect.
  3. Pour your chilled alcohol into the glass and drink up.
This drink is as easy to make as it is to drink. Just remember that this drink does have three shots of alcohol so proceed with caution. I hope you can impress a group of people which your ability to make hell of a drink. Just remember who taught you how to make it. 
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Hello Gearbox Nation, Ethan here! For those of you who don't know not only am I a Founder, but in my everyday life I'm a  part time bartender. One of my favorite parts of the job is getting to play mad scientist behind the bar. Due to this love of mixology, I want to pass my knowledge of drinks on to you. So roll up you sleeves, start pouring, and enjoy!

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