Drink Recipes for Episode #16: The Vodka Implet and The Belvedere Compton

During EP#16, I recommended The Vodka Implet and The Belvedere Compton.

Sticking with the TV theme, I researched cocktails named after and/or inspired by TV characters. There are many out there, so narrowing it down was a challenge; but I think I picked two great drinks.

I watch Games of Thrones. (I know, I know.) The best part of the show is unarguably Tyrion Lannister, as played by the talented Peter Dinklage. So when I found out about The Vodka Implet - inspired by the charismatic, mischievous imp himself - I had to try it. It's simple and sweet, a perfect drink to mix when you have friends over.

The Vodka Implet (according to doubleneat.com)

• 1 1/2 ounces vodka
• 1/2 ounce fresh key lime juice
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Like Game of Thrones, True Blood is a show that falls into the guilty pleasure category for many fans. I may have stopped watching it after the third season, but I can appreciate its influence in the cocktail world. Especially after drinking The Belvedere Compton - I tried this cocktail at a party last weekend and oooh was it yummy.

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The Belvedere Compton (according to divinecaroline.com)

• 1.5 oz. Belvedere Orange
• 1/2 oz. lime juice
• 3 oz. ginger beer
• 3 oz. Tru Blood*

*Note: Don't have Tru Blood on hand? Neither did I. When I recreated this drink back at home, I used another brand of blood orange soda and it tasted just as good.