Burnin’ Down The House

The traditional Hula Hoop is simply a Screwdriver with pineapple juice added. What makes this version of the Hula Hoop different is the addition of marinated maraschino cherries. And when I say marinated, I mean vodka-marinated. And when I say vodka-marinated, I mean for at least three weeks. Seriously, it’s worth the wait.

Step One: Marination

Ingredients-
-one container of maraschino cherries (Big or small, it doesn’t matter as long as the proportion of vodka is correct. But, of course, I suggest big.)
-vodka, a nice big bottle (I suggest a handle of the cheap stuff, i.e. Karkov, Popov or, if you’re feeling sinister, the paint-thinner known as Smirnoff. Why? Because the sweetness of the juice cancels out the harshness of the vodka, so price isn’t really an issue. Also, most people can’t tell the difference between top and bottom-shelf, anyway.)

Pour all but about a fourth of the cherry juice out of the container (can be a third if you don’t like the sweet, sweet release alcohol brings you) and refill it with the vodka, right to the brim. Seal the container and stow it away in your fridge. Leave it there for at least two weeks, though I suggest three. By the time the cherries emerge from their cold, crisp slumber, they’ll be swelling with vodka-infused pride. They’ll be strong, delicious and POTENT. Eat a few and get a good buzz going. Save the rest for your drinks. BONUS: Do shots of the cherry/vodka juice.

Step Two: Mixation

Ingredients-
-orange juice (No pulp!)
-pineapple juice
-the rest of your cheap vodka
-marinated cherries

Now, the reason there aren’t specific amounts listed is because I prefer my drink to be a bit stronger, so my opinion is skewed. Though I would suggest that a good proportion for the casual drinker would be three ounces orange juice, three ounces pineapple juice and two ounces vodka. Now to prepare, simply shake the three liquids with ice and pour (not strain) into a taller glass and drop three or four of the cherries on top.

Step Three: Girl Drink Drunkation

You’re probably going to get drunk because the cherries are irresistable, long after the sweetness of the orange and pineapple juice gets to you.

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