DrunkSkull Bloody Marys with Celery and Jalapeño Garnish

I discovered these bloody marys after talking with Hosho McCreesh, author of A Deep and Gorgeous Thirst—a magnum opus of “drunken poetry” from Artistically Declined Press. I was lucky enough to receive a copy of this book on The Next Best Book Club, an online book club that frequently features author-reader discussions. It’s a very cool way to light upon new works and authors.

A Deep and Gorgeous Thirst by Hosho McCreesh

I really enjoyed reading this collection of poetry. It’s like sitting and reminiscing about the past with an old friend. Though these poems share the theme of drinking, they’re more about the connections made with others through–or in spite of–booze. Some poems are laugh-out-loud funny; others are touching and heartfelt.  

Interestingly, A Deep and Gorgeous Thirst employs the second-person perspective. This really throws you into the story, making you an active participant in the events that unfold—whether it’s “smell[ing] your ancestral home on the cool wind of some crazy astral plane” or “having the world you once knew . . . snuffed out in a brutal whiff,” you’re along for the ride. A crazy, wonderful ride of emotions and spirits.

So Let’s Talk about These Bloody Marys . . .

After a few of these babies, the world might begin to glow. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!

Check out this video tutorial on how to make the Official DrunkSkull Bloody Mary:

And here’s the recipe, courtesy of Hosho McCreesh:

The Official DrunkSkull Blood Mary Recipe:
Spicy V-8, Worchestershire, horseradish, minced garlic, fresh chopped basil, cracked black pepper, cajun spice blend, Old Bay, a squirt of Sriracha, squeeze a lime wedge or 2.
Vodka: Your choice — Kettle One, Skyy, Stoli, Absolut, Dark Eyes (just kidding) — I wouldn’t even include Grey Goose, and definitely not Chopin — Chopin (my favorite vodka) is a sippin’ vodka…not a mixer!
Salt the rim using lime juice with celery salt + old Bay + cajun spice blend
Garnish with celery stalk, pickled green beans, a jalapeno if you’ve got it.

Now, go enjoy a bloody mary–you know you deserve it!

Giveaway Time

As part of the Making Connections Blog Tour, I’m pleased to announce the DrunkSkull  Survival Kit Giveaway ($50 worth of fabulous prizes!).

The Kit will include:

– a signed copy of the book

– a recycled wine-bottle glass with the DrunkSkull logo on it

– a jar of Fiery Gardens Artisan Jams & Jellies

– a drunk skull fridge magnet

– some stickers

– temporary tattoos

– a coaster

– a patch

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