Eats+Drinks
Hair of the Dog You woke up hung over today … bummer. Since there’s a chance I’m the one who did this to you, I feel obligated to offer a remedy—and that’s more booze.
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fully support the concept of “the hair of the dog that bit you,” the idea that reintroducing alcohol into your system will counteract its own effects. There is no scientific evidence to support this notion, but as someone in this industry, I’ve seen it in action. I have curated a list of favorite hair-of-the-dog beverages for the next time you’re stuck in a rut. (I promise, no raw eggs, Pedialyte, or actual canine hair in these concoctions.)
It’s a perpetual failsafe, and requires no energy to make happen. Just pop the top and you’re off.
3: Bloody Mary. I feel like I could never fully gain your trust if I didn’t mention the quintessential Hangover Cocktail. Use vodka or 2: Any Mule. Two words: switch it up with tequila or sugar and carbonation. The mezcal and have a Bloody best part is you can make it Maria. The fresh tomato with pretty much any spirit will fill out your stomach, from the night before. Use and salt on the rim replaces a high quality Ginger beer your electrolytes. Use heat to ease your stomach and (like Tabasco or Sriracha) to add a good spice. Fresh lime sweat out the toxins from will cut through the alcohol the night before. Finaland the citrus will replenish ly,add ridiculous garnishes vitamins. And do not forget to enhance your spirit. the bitters! A couple herbaceous drops (Angostura will 4. White Russian. If “The 1. Shower Beer. Hot show- do) will quietly ease your Dude” can start every day heartburn and nausea. er, cold beer, same time. this way, why can’t you? The
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vodka is hidden effortlessly, the Kahlua gives the illusion of coffee without the caffeine jitters, and the cream will settle your stomach. My absolute favorite variation is called a “Colorado Bulldog,” which finishes with a splash of Coke. A small change that leads to a dramatic improvement. Now get out there and do your best. We’re rooting for you, drink in hand. Tarin Scarbrough
The Sommelier at The Attic Door. If you like what she pens, you’ll love what she pours! Be sure to stop by and let her know what you think or drink.
