If we recall the ideological fragment of the era of building communism in terms of "cultural drinking", then it becomes quite clear the motive of the post-perestroika period, when after the unrealized "dry law" our country plunged headlong into the tradition of refined and florid drinking. In this context, it is appropriate to join the category of brutal men who prefers drinking the Red Dog cocktail.
It is quite obvious that modern Russians have long since recovered from the folk tradition of the bygone Soviet era, when the art of drinking alcoholic beverages was dictated only by their presence in any assortment. Of course, spirits were considered the most effective. Probably, representatives of the older and middle generations still remember the thematic proverb "Beer without vodka - money down the drain", which clearly reveals the wisdom of the folk epic.
Now the mentality of representatives of the "consumer society" and carriers of modern fashion trends in the field of cultural leisure motivates them to make more pleasant decisions. Currently, the priority is no longer the presence of strong alcohol, but such skillfully made drinks that not only effectively affect the mind, but also taste good. This creates conditions when drinking is not only "necessary", but also pleasant. That is, the comfortable use of alcoholic beverages today is a defining moment in this type of leisure for a modern person.
Among a wide range of alcoholic cocktails, many men choose the "Red Dog", which is explained by the phenomenal taste, beautiful appearance and effective intoxication, which does not cause aggression, but manifests itself in the most blissful and romantic form when a man feels like a real gentleman.
The name of the drink is associated with both its appearance and taste. After all, sensitive receptors in the mouth, with the correct preparation of a cocktail, record sensations that are akin to tingling from the bite of a small dog with sharp teeth on the tongue. And the popular drink owes its color to the sauce, which is included in the ingredients. People who use the "Red Dog" have the impression that there is a red layer in the glass, reminiscent of dog hair. But such an effect is possible only when the drink is prepared by a real virtuoso bartender.
Composition and preparation
Since the drink can be safely attributed to elite men's cocktails, the ingredients used in it also belong to this category. Moreover, the "Red Dog" can be tasted not only in the bar of a prestigious restaurant or nightclub, but also at home, since its preparation does not require additional qualifications and some rare equipment.
The procedure for preparing the "Red Dog" cocktail is a list of the following manipulations:
- sambuca (an Italian liqueur with anise flavor and a strength of 38-42 alcohol, which is usually a clear and sweet liquid) is poured into an elegant drinking container (stack) in a volume of 25 milliliters;
- tequila is added on top in the same amount (it is necessary to use a silver variety of alcohol so that the border between the constituent liquids is not noticeable), you need to pour the drink along the wall of the container or using a spoon, which is necessary to prevent mixing of the ingredients;
- 5 drops of Tabasco sauce (the name of the brand of sauces made from the pulp of ripe fruits of cayenne pepper) are carefully added, which should hang between the layers, forming a characteristic red-colored separating layer.
The "Red Dog" cocktail is drunk exclusively in one gulp. At the same time, it is important to remember that in no case should you eat or drink it, because the whole ceremony provides for a completely understandable and specific aftertaste, for the sake of which the whole above procedure was started.
In addition, it is important to remember that, despite the rather pleasant taste sensations, you cannot overdo it with its use. After all, this men's cocktail made of strong alcoholic beverages very quickly and effectively affects the human body. So when using it, it is necessary to calculate your own strengths in advance in order to be at home before the consciousness becomes clouded to such an extent when reasonable and adequate actions are no longer possible.
Alternative cocktail
The above recipe for making the "Ginger Dog" is a classic way of making the popular drink. However, as it usually happens in our time, the world famous men's cocktail has a lot of analogues, among which one can note another version of it with a more complex composition.
The process of making this cocktail is as follows:
- orange vodka is poured into the shaker in the amount of 30 grams (it is this particular variety of vodka, which is very important), whiskey in the amount of 125 milliliters (the variety can be chosen to taste), as well as 90 grams of orange and cranberry juices;
- A sufficient amount of ice is placed in a Collins glass (usually used for making Long Drink cocktails with a large amount of ice and has a cylindrical shape with straight walls) and ginger ale is poured in the amount of 90 milligrams, after which the entire contents of the shaker are added there.
It is important to remember that drinking this amount of alcohol can have unexpected health consequences. In this context, you need to soberly assess your physical capabilities, because alcohol intoxication "covers" the applicant for adventure unexpectedly and very seriously.
The third recipe for the "Ginger Dog"
World fame and recognition of the "Red Dog" in the status of one of the most popular male cocktails has led to the emergence of the following thematic recipe, which is designed to use the following ingredients:
- White whiskey (White dog) - 30 ml;
- Campari bitter - 30 ml;
- Red vermouth - 1 splash;
- Orange twist or one wedge;
- Ice - 4-5 cubes.
The cooking procedure is based on the shake method. It is necessary to thoroughly shake the contents of the shaker, where all the above ingredients have been previously placed. Then you need to strain all the liquid mass.
The cocktail is preferably served on ice "stones" in old-fashioned glasses, and fresh oranges can be used as a side dish.
Cocktail philosophy
In our country, the recipe for the "Red Dog" cocktail has become a real hit during perestroika and the beginning of the new century. It is noteworthy that in all domestic nightclubs with this titled drink they met the millennium and saw off the bygone era.
It is important to understand that the etymology of the name of the cocktail in no way reflects the state of the person who consumed it the next day. That is, the hangover syndrome, if it is present due to excessive abuse of the drink you like, is not a reason for being removed from the culture of its use. It is important to remember that it includes exclusively strong alcoholic drinks in its traditional composition, which is why it was called "masculine". After all, the content is very eloquent testimony to the brutal nature of the "Red Dog" cocktail.
It is important for beginners to understand that the term "ginger dog" refers only to the appearance of the drink, which is formed thanks to the ingredients exclusively present in the shot. Namely, the Tabasco sauce is the reason for the appearance in the drinking container of a pleasant-looking formation, which was identified by the founders of the cocktail as the wool of a four-legged friend of a man with a red color.
