Monday marked the first day of the martini mix-off! So Eric and I decided “why waste time” and got started at The Milky Way.
Kevin the Bartender talked us into the 10 Minute Martini. I was a bit dubious as I do not care for gin. He poured the ingredients into the shaker and shoved them into the ice to sit for the next 10 minutes. During that time, he offered us anecdotes and quips to fill the time. He even provided us literature on the invention of this martini as well as the Plymouth gin used.
After the 10 minutes of anticipation our drinks were ready. I could definitely smell the distinct pine aroma but the first taste dispelled any ideas I once had of gin. I found the drink to be very smooth and easy to drink.
While we sat and enjoyed our lovely concoctions, friends filtered in (Greg, Tami, Brent). We were unable to talk them into joining us for more martinis, at least not that night, but we were entertained by Greg’s sax and great company.
Alas, we were off to sample another libation. We sauntered over to Tapas Estrella for martini #2. Here we were greeted by Will the bartender. He made us a Classic Martini which contained Plymouth gin, Lillet vermouth, bitters, and a dash of Cointreau, served with a twist.
This martini was good but a bit on the sweet side for my liking. It was smooth with a slight orange flavor to it. Very drinkable.
The entertainment at Tapas Estrella was quite different as it was drag queen bingo night. We were surrounded by many lively locals with bingo cards in hand. Minerva Jayne was our hostess with the mostest. I actually won the last game! A $10 gift certificate to the new clothing shop on Main- the Projectionist. Sweet!
Eric’s winner for the evening was the Classis; My winner for Monday’s martini was the 10 minute martini.
The winner for best entertainment went to Drag Queen Bingo!
“drive safe; drive deep”- Minerva Jayne
Kevin the Bartender talked us into the 10 Minute Martini. I was a bit dubious as I do not care for gin. He poured the ingredients into the shaker and shoved them into the ice to sit for the next 10 minutes. During that time, he offered us anecdotes and quips to fill the time. He even provided us literature on the invention of this martini as well as the Plymouth gin used.
After the 10 minutes of anticipation our drinks were ready. I could definitely smell the distinct pine aroma but the first taste dispelled any ideas I once had of gin. I found the drink to be very smooth and easy to drink.
While we sat and enjoyed our lovely concoctions, friends filtered in (Greg, Tami, Brent). We were unable to talk them into joining us for more martinis, at least not that night, but we were entertained by Greg’s sax and great company.
Alas, we were off to sample another libation. We sauntered over to Tapas Estrella for martini #2. Here we were greeted by Will the bartender. He made us a Classic Martini which contained Plymouth gin, Lillet vermouth, bitters, and a dash of Cointreau, served with a twist.
This martini was good but a bit on the sweet side for my liking. It was smooth with a slight orange flavor to it. Very drinkable.
The entertainment at Tapas Estrella was quite different as it was drag queen bingo night. We were surrounded by many lively locals with bingo cards in hand. Minerva Jayne was our hostess with the mostest. I actually won the last game! A $10 gift certificate to the new clothing shop on Main- the Projectionist. Sweet!
Eric’s winner for the evening was the Classis; My winner for Monday’s martini was the 10 minute martini.
The winner for best entertainment went to Drag Queen Bingo!
“drive safe; drive deep”- Minerva Jayne
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