If you love to watch Game of Thrones every Sunday night on HBO, this fruity cocktail inspired by the infamous series is sure to get you in the spirit for the drama and blood of the next episode.
Cocktail inventor Lindsay DiFulvio Eshelman was inspired by the Game of Thrones theme song title, 'Fire and Ice' to create a cocktail by the same name. The 'Fire and Ice' cocktail is a mix of cool, icy and spicy flavor pairings to capture the bloodthirsty themes of the show. The drink contains cherry tomatoes, Stoli Hot vodka, lemon and simple syrup, topped off with a super-spicy jalapeno garnish and a swirl of red food coloring to represent blood.
While this drink is without a doubt delicious, its high spice factor isn't for the faint of heart. So if you're brave enough, mix up some 'Fire and Ice' cocktails next time you watch Game of Thrones.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Fantasy-themed Cocktails
- Creating cocktails inspired by popular fantasy franchises could attract customers who want to connect with their favorite stories through their drinks.
- Spicy Flavor Pairings
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- Garnish Innovation
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Industries Being Reshaped
- Hospitality
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- Beverage
- Beverage companies could innovate by exploring unique and exciting ingredient combinations, such as spicy and sweet, to create new and memorable drinks for their customers.
