While the best Martini is unarguably made with 4 1/2 oz of gin, crushed ice, and an open bottle of vermouth somewhere in the room, these two following cocktails are most palate pleasing - especially for the ladies in your group. These come pre-approved by my wife who tried them out this weekend. They may exist in some bartender lexicons, but I don't know of them so I made up my own names.

#1 - Ballywho
2 - parts Vodka
1 - part Pomegranate Juice
1/2 - part Triple Sec

Cobbler 1/2 filled with ice, shake and serve in cocktail glass with lime garnish.
Obviously Grand Marnier and fresh pom juice makes this drink sparkle. Juicing a pom is a pain in the ass, though, so I just buy it in a bottle.


#2 - Melon Head
2 - parts Vodka
2 - parts fresh Watermelon Juice
1/2 - part Midori

Shake and strain into cocktail glass with cube of watermelon. I'm sure this one has a name, but I'm a newcomer to melon drinks and just felt like sharing this "discovery".

Remember, drink responsibly and drink often!!