by Jordan Catapano

Two strong drinks are in order for two strong and incredibly talented teams who are heading into NFL Super Bowl XLIX. The Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, lead by superstar quarterbacks, are no strangers to football’s biggest day and largest audience. Whether you’re the type of fan who wants to be isolated with your TV set, or someone who prefers celebrating game day with more bodies than a depth chart, these drinks are perfect for occasion!

Seattle Sidecar
1 ounce Appleton golden rum
1 ounce Hiram Walker blue curacao
1 ounce apple juice
½ ounce lime juice
Lime garnish

Boston Sidecar
1 ounce Bacardi white rum
1 ounce lemonade
½ ounce Clear Creek brandy
½ ounce Cointreau
½ ounce lemon juice
1 teaspoon Rose’s grenadine
Lemon garnish

Directions – Seattle Sidecar
Fill a martini shaker with ice, then add each ingredient. Shake well, then strain into a glass filled with ice and garnish with a lime.

Directions –Boston Sidecar
Fill a martini shaker with ice, and add each ingredient except for the grenadine. Shake well to mix, then strain into a glass filled with ice. Drizzle the grenadine into the cocktail and garnish with a lemon.