Southern Baptist

Another week, another drink recipe. A cocktail is always an appropriate hump-day recipe to share. After the busy workweek we've had with the onslaught of students returning to campus and sorting out all the things, it's a time for a good stiff drink. As a co-worker of mine said today, "if I was a drinkin' gal, I'd be a-drinkin' tonight!" I assured her I'd have a drink for both of us, if she was going to pass on the whole thing. Instead, I went for a run and have rehearsal but ya know...details. It doesn't mean you shouldn't enjoy this bev for all of us and it doesn't mean you can't keep enjoying it as the last days of summer drag on as we shift into fall. I got a prelim of fall today as I blazed through piles of leaves during my run, which actually made me jump because I wasn't expecting to hear the loud crunching sound! West Coast > East Coast when it comes to jumping right into fall. I am so excited to see what the rest of the season brings. In fact, we may treat ourselves to a little PNW wardrobe flair this weekend: more flannel shirts, mid-weight sweaters, a new puff vest, and weather-appropriate wind/rain jackets. So thrilled for this beautiful weather and feeling fortunate to have moved here! Also, speaking of all wonderful PNW things, everyone needs to check out this hilarious Instagram account mocking the stereotypes of the area here. Trust.



Despite moving to the PNW, that doesn't mean we've quickly shed our Southern roots. When researching cocktail recipes that utilized ginger, Will came across this one. As he announced the name to me, we knew it was an immediate hit in our household. We have NO idea why it's called the Southern Baptist, other than my hunch is it's a little sweet with a bit of a kick (from the whiskey), so perhaps that embodies a Southern Baptist? Not really sure on that one.... but nonetheless, it's a great drink if you're looking to mix things up (HAH PUNS) and want to experiment with a new simple syrup flavor or have a bunch of ginger you don't know what to do with. Give it a go and let us know what you think! Also, if you're a Southern Baptist and have any insight into the naming of this drink, please enlighten us.

Preparation Notes: We made our own ginger simple syrup in advance (shared below), instead of using the suggested recipe.


Southern Baptist (adapted from Serious Eats; serves 1)
2 oz. rye whiskey
1 oz. ginger simple syrup*
1 oz. fresh-squeezed lime juice (~approx. 1-2 limes)
Garnish: lime twist

Pour rye whiskey, ginger syrup, and lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice and shake until well chilled, about 15-20 seconds. Strain into glass, garnish with a lime twist, and enjoy!

*We made our own ginger simple syrup in advance, which included boiling raw, peeled ginger, 2 tbsp sugar, and water together over high heat. Once the mixture became concentrated, the ginger was strained out and the mixture was allowed to cool before refrigerating for further use.

Recipe:Serious Eats: Southern Baptist