John Kincade’s Guide To Vacation Drink Preferences
I am definitely not what you would ever consider a big drinker. I’m not a daily drinker or an early-morning Bloody Mary fan, and I have gone weeks without an alcoholic beverage in my adult life. I lost a good friend in his early 20’s in a drunk driving accident, so that always scared me off a bit.
Yet, there is something about vacation that says “no rules.” There is something about no responsibilities and a change of venue that opens the door to enjoying the adult beverages. Here is how I am different when traveling.
The Airport Beer or Cocktail
I’m not a frequent partaker of a drink in an airport. There are a few exceptions. I love to travel on one of the first flights out to any destination, departing before 9am. I’m not a fan of the Bloody Mary. I sort of take myself out of the early cocktail game. I’m not fancy enough to do a Mimosa unless I’m home or at a restaurant brunch. I’m not against it, but early mornings aren’t my thing.
Drinks on the Flight
Something about the little bottles makes the flight drink a must when going on vacation. The only thing that I don’t appreciate is not being able to get a lime wedge sometimes, which rules the selection out. In that circumstance, I prefer to try the red wine. Sometimes, you find a hidden gem you haven’t tried before.
The Tropical Drink
In my youth, we visited a hotel called the Bahia Cabana in Ft. Lauderdale often. They had a place called the “Top of the Dock Patio Bar” and the house specialty were the rum runners. I usually wouldn’t choose a rum drink, but these red concoctions were perfectly frozen and great around the pool.
Poolside Delights
The margarita on the rocks (with no salt) is my go-to if the crowd is trying to be in vacation mode. I prefer draft beer, so I am not getting one of those plastic bottles of beer…ever!
The Casino Cocktail
My personal favorite is the blackjack table tanqueray and tonic. Keep them coming. They must be watered down because I usually never have more than two in a night, except in Vegas! I might have two by lunch.
What About You?
Do you find that vacation brings a whole different approach to your cocktail hour or hours? Travel safely, enjoy responsibly and remember that the boss isn’t watching. Isn’t that the best part?
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