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'The Hunger Games' Effie Trinket Inspired Cocktail

Posted by Alexandra C. | Friday August 17, 201229 comments


Remember a little while back when The Hunger Games was being all buzzed about? Apparently I had been living under a rock, because I was most likely the last person to have not read the book. But I did promise (pinkie swears!) that I would. Well chicks, I made good on my promise and I devoured the first two books in the trilogy. I have just started the third book so it is safe to say that I am hooked. 

Tomorrow (the 18th), The Hunger Games will be released onto DVD and as an adult woman, I'm a bit embarrassed to say that I'm kind of super excited. But can you blame me? I think that this momentous occasion calls for a cocktail! We've got a fancy schmancy version of an old school Pink Lady cocktail today, in honour of one of my favourite characters, Effie Trinket. 


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Effie, like the cocktail is colourful and vibrant, with just a little bit of bite! If you want to go ahead and have a little Hunger Games viewing party, this would make the perfect cocktail for your guests. It's simple to make and doesn't require very many ingredients. 

Here's what you'll need: 


1. Lime juice (to rim glass) 
2. 1 1/2 ounces of gin 
3. 1/2 ounce grenadine 
4. Lemon juice (to taste and also for garnish) 
5. Sugar (to rim glass) 
6. 2 ounce coffee cream 
 
How to: 
 

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1. Rub rim of glass with lime and roll or dip in sugar to rim glass 
2. Shake all liquid ingredients over ice (in cocktail shaker) 
3. Pour into martini glass 
4. Garnish with twist of lemon, or if you're feeling snazzy try a cherry or some orange peel

And there you have it. Your very own Effie-esque cocktail that any Capitol-dweller would be proud to drink! Let me know chicks, are you a Hunger Games fan? Have you seen the film or read the books? 
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14 Comments

on August 25, 2012  fredamans  12,209 said:

I tried this recipe, but wasn't a huge fan of the drink.....

on August 22, 2012  Racenhawk  2,689 said:

not really keen on gin

on August 19, 2012  farouknabela  3,469 said:

I am on the third and final book "Mockingjay" and I LOVE THIS SERIES! Great stuff!

on August 19, 2012  KatelynRose1984  20,704 said:

Not a fan of the Gin, but it definitely looks worth a try! Watching the movie tonight, actually.

on August 19, 2012  jlgoneboatin  2,478 said:

I usually drink plain gin and tonic but i would like to try these! thanks for the ideas

on August 18, 2012  Cassie_  2,311 said:

Time to break out the booze for the movie!

on August 17, 2012  LadyFlash  8,899 said:

Mmmm looks delicious! And love the pink colour.

on August 17, 2012  beautyinfinitum  2,727 said:

I'm 23 and I love The Hunger Games. This drink looks nice!

on August 17, 2012  fredamans  12,209 said:

Oh, and I read the first and second book, just starting the third today..... I suggest you get on Catching Fire, you won't believe what happens next!!!!

on August 17, 2012  fredamans  12,209 said:

I saw this and immediately told the hubby I need some gin! LOL

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