Dave's Special Adult Recipe

A family favorite! This vibrant and refreshing cocktail, created by Dave, combines the smooth notes of Imperial Whiskey with the sweet tartness of grapefruit soda and orange juice, finished with a touch of maraschino cherry. Serve it on the rocks in a brandy snifter for a sophisticated touch, or blend it into a frosty frappé for a fun twist. Perfect for parties or a special night in!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 205.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Dave's Special Adult

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dave's Special Adult

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How to Make Dave's Special Adult

  1. Fill a 16-ounce brandy snifter glass with ice.
  2. Add 2 ounces of Imperial Whiskey to the glass.
  3. Pour in 4 ounces of Wink Grapefruit Soda (or your preferred brand).
  4. Add 2 ounces of fresh orange juice.
  5. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Add 1/2 ounce of maraschino cherry juice.
  7. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
  8. For a frappé version, blend all ingredients with ice until smooth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g