Greyhound drink history and the origin of the greyhound cocktail ramshackle pantry april 2, 2018 at 1. Cocktail, otherwise known as ted haigh, adds another 20 fine recipes to his handpicked collection of 80 rareandrediscovered cocktail recipes. Records have shown that nearly 4000 years ago, the egyptians had learnt to domesticate the. The first bus was a sevenpassenger hupmobile touring car that was used to transport miners across the mesaba iron range to and from work.
At this page we list a couple of greyt books on greyhound adoption. Learn all about greyhounds and become a greyhound expert by reading a book on our suggested reading list. To make a group purchase, please call 1844grptrip 18444778747 for assistance. The legendary london hotel, the savoy, printed a cocktail book that contained the first recipe of the drink. Shake the drink with ice and strain into a saltrimmed cocktail glass. The author of the savoy cocktail book was harry craddock. The greyhound an owners guide to a happy, healthy pet daniel braun stern, published by howell book housethe greyhound.
Greyhound drink history and the origin of the greyhound. The most important race in the us is the greyhound race of champions, sponsored by the american greyhound track operators association. Dont get me wrong, the greyhound cocktail is still going to be slightly drytart but it wont assault your senses like store bought fruit thats been preserved for the long haul. Visit our web site to view photos of available greyhounds and learn about this gentle breed.
To learn the principles of creating a delicious cocktail, you need to absorb a baseline of knowledge on how cocktail flavors interact with each other, the history of particular drinks, and an instinct for balancing ingredients. They have less fat than other dogs, and so the absorption of any drug is usually more intense. In 1945, after prohibition ended, harpers bazaar printed the recipe swapping out the gin for vodka and called it. Casino hipodromo aguacalientehistoric race track, casino, sports book and off track betting. A salty dog is a cocktail of gin, or vodka, and grapefruit juice, served in a highball glass with a salted rim. Looking to throw a bone between the citrus and spirit. The bars name comes from that history and the greyhound drink, a classic cocktail that features gin and grapefruit juice that will naturally be the bars signature drink. Jack rose cocktail drinking with hemingway ramshackle pantry. As early as 1853, john henry walsh, writing under the pseudonym stonehenge, made a clear case for a celtic origin for the breed in his book the greyhound, but not too many authors since him seem to have been able to. It was so popular that greyhound bought out the line, and the location served as a bus station until 2011, when the main memphis station moved to the airport. The salt is the only difference between a salty dog and a greyhound. The refreshing twoingredient cocktailvodka and grapefruit juiceis easy drinking, especially if youre using freshsqueezed juice. The history of the greyhound parallels the history of western civilization. The vibrant and evocative photos of each drink were taken at the renowned carlyle hotel.
Records show the breed has been with us for nearly 8,000 years. Colleen graham is a cocktail expert, professional bartender, and cookbook author with over 10 years of experience in the food. This bright grapefruit pitcher drink is your passport to a. Bartendingcocktailsadios motherfucker wikibooks, open. Vintage cocktails book by brian van flandern assouline. The greyhound is a breed of dog, a sighthound which has been bred for coursing game and greyhound racing. The breed originated some 8000 years ago in the ancient civilizations of the middle east where hunting dogs with deep chests, delicate heads, and long legs were found depicted on the walls of early cave dwellings.
Easy greyhound cocktail recipe make with gin or vodka. The adios motherfucker often abbreviated amf and also known as a blue motorcycle is a strong multiliquor cocktail, similar and comparable to the long island ice tea ingredients. On the other hand, greyhounds and greyhoundtype dogs are common in central europe, spain and the british isles. Pour into a hurricanestyle glass, then garnish with grated nutmeg, whipped cream. Other top stakes are the wonderland derby near boston, the sunflower stake at the woodlands in kansas city, and the american derby at lincoln, rhode. Best greyhound drink recipe how to make greyhound cocktail. I also love to argue over whether greyhounds are to be made with gin or vodka, vodka drinkers insisting its traditionally made with vodka, gin drinkers, of course, with gin.
The perfect greyhound cocktail recipe vodka or gin versions. Best bushwacker milkshake drink recipe how to make frozen. Written by historian, expert, and drink aficionado dr. This rosemary greyhound was the brides choice, and i. If the rim of the glass has been salted, the drink is instead called a salty dog. Dec 14, 2011 it is a sign of the times that pdt, the new york fauxspeakeasy once best known for its elaborately secretive phonebooth entrance, is now releasing a recipe book. The brandy version is a nice introduction to this classic mix. The cocktail is believed to date back to the 1920s. Aug 18, 2019 boulderbased cocktail squad features a broad range of expressions, including a greyhound, gin and tonic, margarita, vodka soda, whiskey sour, and bourbon smash.
George jessel added a salt rim to the popular combination of gin and grapefruit juice sometime in the 1950s, as a way to increase the palatability of the drink for those who were less than fond of the bitter grapefruit taste. I like to stick up for gin whenever i have the chance. The alcohol alone in the greyhound drink has a storied past that probably could be covered in an entire book by itself. Since october 2007, greyhound has been a subsidiary of british transportation company firstgroup, but continues to be based in dallas. About greyhounds greyhound stories books about dogs. How to make the greyhound cocktail easy vodka cocktails. Vintage cocktails is the chic volume devoted to the lost art of mixing the perfect drink with flair and panache. So how did this gin cocktail become the vodka standard we know today. A recipe for a similar cocktail with the name greyhound appears in harpers magazine in 1945 volume 191, page 461 thus.
Held since 1982, it attracts the top greyhounds in the nation. The italian greyhound is a breed of toy dog apparently derived from the greyhound. This weeks cocktail is a simple yet delightful mixture of grapefruit juice and vodka known as the greyhound. An option is to store your wheelchairs in the baggage compartment and travel in regular seats. The first of our ancestors to befriend the greyhound was the ancient egyptians. A miniature version of the greyhound, it stands to 15 inches 33 to 38 cm and weighs 7 to 10 pounds 3 to 4. Cocktail squads range is diverseand so are the outcomes. Greyhound drink history and the origin of the greyhound cocktail. The only breed of dog mentioned in the bible, the greyhound has inspired poets and artists alike through the millennia, from the works of homer and shakespeare to the decoration of the pharaohs temples. Get our free book when you sign up for our newsletter. An owners guide to a happy healthy pet by daniel braun stern. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with coffee beans.
Recycled racers is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the placement of retired racing greyhounds into adoptive homes. It becomes a salty dog cocktail by coating the glass rim with a layer of salt or adding a pinch to the punch. Making a pink greyhound cocktail recipe i love adult fruit smoothies and blender cocktails, so my twist on the classic greyhound cocktail is a greyhound vodka drink made in a blender. The earliest known mention of a cocktail of this description is in bartender and author harry craddocks savoy cocktail book of 1930. Vintage cocktails by brina van flandern, hardcover barnes. One of the most famous cocktail books ever written the savoy cocktail book is a classic postprohibition tome written by harry craddock who left america during prohibition to work as a cocktail barman for the american bar at londons savoy hotel. To prepare your classic greyhound cocktail, add 34 ice cubes to a cocktail shaker. Creating great tasting cocktails at home is easy once you have some recipes. Cocktails features 54 diverse recipes of contemporary cocktail classics with tips on how to stock a bar, garnishes, ice, glassware, hosting a cocktail party. And whilst depictions of greyhoundlike dogs do appear inside the tombs of pyramids, its now considered more likely they originated from celtic europeans, with references to vertraha a celtic arrian word for greyhound appearing as early as 8 a. Make blackberry vodka sangria yourself from snappy gourmet. Published in the wake of prohibition, his savoy cocktail book captures the spirit of the times with its historic recipes and vibrant illustrations. Its also a great drink for experimentation, so try the greyhound with infused vodkas.
The greyhound cocktail recipe two thirsty gardeners. Greyhounds will get a spurt of energy that lasts 5. Start out with 1 12 ounces gin, 2 ounces of grapefruit juice, and a dash of simple syrup. They have been around for thousands of years and have been loved by families since ancient egyptian times.
First, i take the ruby red grapefruit segments and pulverize them in a high speed blender to make a fresh, frothy and sweet grapefruit juice to mix with the vodka. Back then, the recommended fruit was grapefruit jelly, with juice. Classic greyhound cocktail recipe with vodka or gin 2020. As with all cocktails, the history of it is a little muddy. When hayley is invited to do a cooking demo on one of daytimes most popular talk shows, its a welcome distraction. Mar 08, 2018 maggie hoffman is the author of the onebottle cocktail. The rosemary infused simple syrup turns this drink into a delightful combo of crisp and fruity flavors, an improvement, i think, on the classic greyhound made with grapefruit and vodka. The greyhound cocktail recipe first cropped up in the savoy cocktail book, a 1930 cookbook by harry craddock. There are a number of excellent books on greyhound adoption. Mar 06, 2020 blend ingredients with icestart with 12 c. The refreshing mixture of grapefruit juice and vodka makes the greyhound an ideal choice for a summertime refresher. When the lavish agua caliente casino and resort opened its doors in 1928, it became a haven from prohibition for wealthy americans and hollywood celebrities alike as they flocked across the san diego border to tijuana to drink, place bets, and take in the excitement of the racetrack. The greyhound cocktail becomes a salty dog in a pinch. A very detailed and intriguing history of greyhound buses, especially in the early years.
That is before we even talk about the spirit in the cocktail. The greyhound cocktail is a simple two ingredient drink with vodka and grapefruit juice, although many substitute gin in the recipe. I was not too interested in the articles concerning the promotional real dog and other celebs. Greyhound racing dogs who are past their prime, or who simply lose too many races, would face quick deaths if it werent for rescue groups who take them in and foster them. Add the vodka, aquavit and coffee liqueur and shake vigorously. There are various types of cocktails, based on the number and kind of ingredients added. Pink grapefruit adds a pretty blush to the cocktail and the rosemary sprig garnish is a builtin swizzle stick, adding a touch of rosemary to every sip of your. It has existed in its present form for more than 2,000 years and has been a favourite of the aristocracy.
Affordable and search from millions of royalty free images, photos and vectors. First mentioned in the savoy cocktail book in the 1930s, the greyhound is thought to have been created by the author of the book series, harry. The greyhound is a simple, twoingredient cocktail with a tangy, citrusy flavor that. Greyhound is one of those books that stays with you long after youve turned the last page. The general consensus is that the first printed version of the greyhound was in 1930. Greyhound racing is a highstakes, brutal industry that is fortunately being banned in more and more communities. It requires just two ingredients and, much like the screwdriver, the vodka adds very little flavor so youre basically drinking spiked juice.
A greyhound is a cocktail consisting of grapefruit juice and either gin or vodka mixed and served over ice. Interestingly, the origin of the greyhound likely lies not in this recipe. Jul 08, 2011 this cocktail is, for all intents and purposes, a greyhound, but i make it with freshsqueezed pink grapefruit juice rio star from texas, if youre into cowboys, rosemary simple syrup and locallydistilled vodka. They have been the subjects of art and literature ever since. You may be able to find one of the following books at your local library. Greyhoundtype dogs are the oldest recorded in history. This cocktail was served at greyhound s popular restaurant chain that was located at bus terminals, called post house. A brief but fascinating history of the greyhound breed. Incredibly easy to make and super satisfying on a hot day, the icecold salty dog is well overdue a revival.
With just a few ingredients and the right pour, this is the first and only book every host should stock in his or her bar. The greyhound needs only two ingredients, gin and grapefruit juice, with the first mention of these two drinks appearing in the savoy cocktail book from the 1930s. Pour 2 ounces of vodka, 4 ounces of grapefruit juice and optionally 1 teaspoon of simple syrup to the shaker. There is a recipe for the greyhound in the savoy cocktail book which was written by the barman at the american bar in the savoy hotel in london which dates back to the 1930s. Apr 29, 2012 i love a greyhound, naturally with gin. Cocktails book by williams sonoma test kitchen official. A classic cocktail that has become somewhat underappreciated in recent times, the salty dog is the perfect cocktail to enjoy while making the most of every last bit of summer sunshine. There is a history in this cocktail that spans the entire globe. A cocktail is an alcoholic mixed drink, which is either a combination of spirits, or one or more spirits mixed with other ingredients such as fruit juice, flavored syrup, or cream. Greyhound dog breed information american kennel club. With just a few ingredients, a splash of finesse, and the right pour, this is the only book every fashionable host, aspiring mixologist or seasoned cocktail aficionado needs in his or her bar.
The companys first route began in hibbing, minnesota in 1914, and the company adopted the greyhound name in 1929. For food and cocktails columnist hayley powell, becoming a local culinary celebrity opens lots of doors. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. We strongly recommend that you read one book on adoption. The bus system that came to be known as the greyhound bus company was founded by carl eric wickman, an enterprising swede of hibbing, minnesota. If you want your greyhound cocktail without ice, which is the classic method, pour into a martini or cocktail glass and serve. Keep training lessons short and sweet, as the greyhound will become bored very easily. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. The first printed recipe of the greyhound cocktail was in the savoy cocktail book in 1930 and was created by harry craddock, renowned english bartender in the 20s and 30s. Since the rise in largescale adoption of retired racing greyhounds, the breed has seen a resurgence in popularity as a family pet.
The cocktails were made of vodka, sugar, and canned grapefruit juice a greyhound. Current cocktail books tend to feature drinks with so many exotic ingredients that they require a trip to the grocery store. Thankfully, this stylish book has standard drinks in giant type that you could see across the coffee table, bar, or counter. Wickman was soon joined by another swede, andrew anderson, and they began operating in earnest the route. This mix will retain that fruitforward flavor and the gin gives it a nice botanical background. A simple, refreshing mix of vodka and freshly squeezed grapefruit juice add a touch of simple syrup if your grapefruits are a bit too tart. While there are many breed guide books, this list is about greyhounds in fiction and other forms of nonfiction, such as the memoir. History is a bit fuzzy as to the origins of this drink, which in the 1930s was made with gin, but most agree that it was invented by an american bartender at the savoy hotel in london. Harry craddock was a celebrity bartender of the 1920s and 1930s. According to merriamwebster, a greyhound is any of a breed of tall slender graceful smoothcoated dogs characterized by swiftness and keen sight, as well as any of several related dogs, such as the italian greyhound. The salty dog is great on the rocks, but it also makes a nice, fruity martini.
A vesper martini comprises three shots london dry gin, one shot vodka and half a shot dry french wine aperitif. Making a greyhound goes as quickly as its namesake. Our website uses cookies, as almost all websites do. Back then, the recommended fruit was grapefruit jelly, with juice coming off the subs bench for one of its first revisions. The refreshing two ingredient cocktailvodka and grapefruit juiceis easy drinking, especially if youre.
The story follows 11 year old, sebastian, as he embarks on a solo cross country bus trip. The adios motherfucker often abbreviated amf and also known as a blue motorcycle is a strong multiliquor cocktail, similar and comparable to the long island ice tea. Greyhounds are one of the best kept secrets of the canine world. Anyone who enjoys an icy drink and an unforgettable tale will love this expanded and updated edition of forgotten cocktails and vintage spirits. It is james bonds drink of choice and thanks to the movies is ordered with the specification for it to be shaken not stirred. Tart and simplethats the greyhound cocktail, made with vodka, grapefruit juice, and ice.
The salty dog was originally created as a variation of the greyhound cocktail. Greyhounds have a long history which some have claimed dates back to ancient egyptian times. Whether its an interest in sports betting, online slots real money canada, or just a simple curiosity for the breed, this is the history of the greyhound. A greyhound should be socialized from an early age with small animals and children. I first had this cocktail a year ago at a cousins wedding. According to merriamwebster, a greyhound is any of a breed. The history of the salty dog home make me a cocktail. Greyhounds a history of prestige, nobility and companionship. When a hound takes a long time to come out of anesthesia, it could possibly be because too much anesthesia was used for a greyhound. Aug 30, 2018 allow the espresso to cool slightly and then pour into a shaker filled with ice. Discover book depositorys huge selection of greyhound racing books online. In a state where beers above 4 percent abv are considered liquor and a cocktails primary spirit is limited to oneandahalf ounces, the breezy, lowalcohol spritz can be ubiquitous. Add salt to the rim, and youve got another caninerelated classic, the salty dog.
The greyhound cocktail recipe can be found here seems simple enough, but it is sort of is amazing to think about all of the circumstances that resulted in the first greyhound that was made. Assoulines vintage cocktails explores the lost art of mixing the perfect drink with elegance and simplicity. I started learning these things by hitting the books. If youve overindulged the night before, the best way to get back on your feet is with a bloody mary. More than 80 recipes with fresh ingredients and a single spirit ten speed press, march 2018. In the early days of the bar, you would order a cocktail by the spiritbrandy cocktail, whiskey cocktail, gin cocktailusing a liquor, orange liqueur, and bitters formula. Sep 14, 2017 dont get me wrong, the greyhound cocktail is still going to be slightly drytart but it wont assault your senses like store bought fruit thats been preserved for the long haul.
Score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Combine the grapefruit juice, vodka and rosemary simple syrup in a cocktail glass. Apr 02, 2018 the greyhound cocktail recipe can be found here seems simple enough, but it is sort of is amazing to think about all of the circumstances that resulted in the first greyhound that was made. There is some legend behind the origins of the cocktail, but history is likely more that there was a bartender in jersey city that went by jack rose and this was his signature cocktail.