As reported by the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, there is but one alcoholic beverage which when consumed, feels as if your brain is being smashed out by a lemon wedge wrapped around a large gold brick. (That part’s rather important, the large part.) Best known as President Zaphod’s, favorite drink, the Pan Galactic Gargle-Blaster is widely considered as the best drink in existence, aside from the unfortunate side-effects that come with it. While it is nearly impossible to recreate here on Earth due to containing non-existent spirits and additions, (What is an Algolian Suntiger anyway?) that hasn’t stopped multiple bars from concocting their own rendition of the mysterious drink. Being huge Hitchhikers’ fans ourselves we applaud their creativity and are keen to join their search for the best interpretation of the legendary drink. Don’t Panic. Grab your towel and hitch a ride with us, because we have created, we believe, the definitive Pan Galactic Gargle-Blaster for this side of The Edge of the Universe.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Goldschlager
- Pinnacle-Whipped Vodka
- Amaretto
- Sweet and Sour mix
- A wedge of lemon
Fill a shot glass, 1/3 parts each, of Goldschlager, Amaretto and Whipped Vodka, then lightly stir in a splash of Sweet-sour. The Goldschlager obviously is in reference to the large gold brick, in which the beverage feels like it smashes your brain out with; but the large gold brick is not alone for this party. The lemon wedge signifies the literal lemon wedge that is wrapped around the (large) gold brick.
Drink with care, as we can only guess that the feeling is not that pleasant. A few too many and you’ll likely be hitting the ground like a sperm whale falling from space. Hello, Ground! You really don’t want to lose your head. Unlike Zaphod, you might not have an extra one to fall back on. What did you think of this recipe? Willing to try it, or is the danger of gold bricks to the head a little off-putting? Leave us a comment or shoot us off a picture on Instagram! Don’t forget, #canigetaramen.
