Firecracker

Oh what a pity, that such as iconic feature of the current festive season is banned in Singapore. The firecracker is symbolic to Chinese as a means of driving away evil spirits through their loud explosive noises. In the past, they used bamboo shoots which are probably cut into two-inch long sticks, and filling them up with gunpowder, it would be lit up at the stroke of midnight on the Chinese New Year, in rapid consecutive explosions. Nowadays, you would probably find them in a bright red colour with golden words or linings on it, or in the case of the country I reside in, you probably wouldnt find it at all!(laughs)

So I had this brainwave today, about how to create a drink that would mirror this impact. Explosive, bright and with a touche of continuity. It came to my mind at an instant, with my inspiration derived from cars passing by along the expressway.

Here goes:

You need 3 shot glasses.

First you pour 30ml of Cherry Brandy

Second you pour 30ml of Gold-Flaked Vodka

Third and last one you pour your nice favourite brand of golden tequila.

You may add Grenadine syrup to the vodka if you find it too bitter.

3 seconds to midnight, and in 3 swift motions, pop the first, second and third glass in order.

Happy Lunar New Year to ALL!

P.S. You could of course extend it to six swift motions, or 9 swift motions, etc, you know what I mean.