April 15. You knew this day was coming. I did warn you. I even suggested washing down that reality with a soothing Irish whiskey. But the day is here and perhaps you need a few more drink options to get through it.
For anyone who hit Calculate on their Quicken, took a look and was moved to exclaim “Oh hell nah!” I’m pouring these for you.
Q Gin and Tax Thyme
4 oz Q Tonic
2 oz gin
4 sprigs of thyme
1 lime wedge for garnish
Add gin and 3 sprigs of thyme to a cocktail shaker. Gently muddle, then add ice and shake. Strain into an ice-filled highball glass, top with tonic. To garnish, drop in the last sprig of time and wedge of lime.
Basil Hayden’s Tax Day Punch
Created by Max Toste, Boston
½ bottle Basil Hayden’s Bourbon
5 oz pineapple juice
3½ oz lemon juice
4 oz maple syrup
5 dashes Angostura Bitters
5 dashes Paychaud’s Bitters
1 liter bottle club soda
Add Basil Hayden’s bourbon, pineapple juice, lemon juice, maple syrup and bitters to a medium-sized punch bowl. Stir until maple syrup has fully dissolved. Add a few large ice cubes and sparkling water, then float lemon and pineapple slices on top.
Knob Creek Big Refund
Created by Chef Michael Symon
1½ parts Knob Creek Bourbon
½ part lemon juice
½ part Simple Syrup
2 parts Orangina soda
5 sprigs thyme
1 egg white
Muddle thyme and simple syrup thoroughly in the bottom of shaker. Combine lemon juice, bourbon and egg white. Add ice and shake vigorously for one minute. Strain over ice and float with Orangina. Garnish with a few sprigs of thyme.
