The "Hot Toddy," a traditional flu "curing" cocktail
According to the New York Times, Swine Flu-curing cocktails are being poured in bars all over the city. While many believe in the hot toddy, a warm mixture of whisky, lemon, and honey, Manhattan bars are creating complex concoctions to cure even your most severe symptoms. Try the “Flu Shot,” available at Drop Off Service on Avenue A. The drink consists of garlic-infused honey, jalapeno infused tequila, orance lemon ginger puree, and liquid drops of echinacea. Signe Grant, the owner of Drop Off Service, swears by the Vitamin C and immunity boosting power of the mix.
The Harrison on Greenwich Street is also looking to create an alcoholic cure. Their drink, the Western Smash, includes lemon balm, whiskey, and mint. Not too far away in Chinatown, Apotheke specializes in healthy cocktails with ingredients like tellow Chartreuse, thyme, lavendar, cinnamon, warm rum, hibiscus, and rosehips.
While some believe in the curing abilities of the cocktails, doctors aren’t so sure. Noting that there may be a placebo effect, a Doctor at the University of Virginia said,”If it makes you feel better, go for it.”
-Caitlin
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