Monday, February 15, 2010

The Gamecock

We had 4 Thinking Drinking Men and 5 Thinking Drinking Women participate in rating the “Gamecock”. There was lots of opposition before we even started, and since our blood runneth orange, it was only natural to cringe at the thought of something called the Gamecock, but after the first sip, even the most cynical of participants were in love. The drink has a very fruity flavor, and you can instantly taste the lemon/lime and cranberry flavors. What makes it so enjoyable is that there is not a hint of vodka to be found. It was compared to drinks like the “Wet Panty” and “Pink Panty Pull downs”, and one of Thinking Drinking Women went as far as to say it reminded her of one wild night in Cancun. Enough said. It was unanimous that the “Gamecock” is a summer time drink and would go well with any fruit. Almost all the participants said they would easily enjoy two to three drinks per sitting and would be willing to pay $4.00 to $5.00 at a bar. Even the Thinking Drinking Men enjoyed the “Gamecock”. One of the Thinking Drinking Men, who stands 6’3”, weighs in at 264 lbs, and can be found behind the wheel of large farming equipment was instantly infatuated with the mini umbrellas and wanted nothing more than to sit poolside and sip on his fruity delight. Not to often will you find a guy, clothed in a farmers tan and rocking sandals with socks, sitting by a pool, twirling a mini umbrella and drinking a fruity vodka concoction. This drink has lots of potential. By mid summer, we may see every man, even those oozing testosterone out of their huge, bulging muscles, drinking the Gamecock.

Recipe

1 Can frozen limeade concentrate
1 can frozen lemonade concentrate
30 oz cranberry juice
4 cups Vodka

( Serves 20 )

Prepare 12 oz. lemonade and limeade according to package directions. Mix together, add cranberry juice and vodka. Stir in 6 OZ frozen limeade. Serve immediately.

Wilpena Pound Resort

The resort was exactly what we expected. The accommodations were comfy, food was great, and the scenery was amazing. If possible, do a scenic flight. It would be well worth it and we would have done it if the weather was better. http://www.wilpenapound.com.au/

Rundle Mall

We spent many a nights on Rundle Mall. They have everything from 5-star restaurants to "cheap as chips"/Australia's Dollar Store, to awesome bars. http://www.totaltravel.com.au/travel/sa/adelaidearea/inneradelaide/attractions/amusement/rundle-mall

RnR White-Water Rafting

RnR was an awesome company. We got a discounted rate because we also booked out skydiving through the same company. The treatment was first class, the river was absolutely beautiful. If Callum is still there, you gotta go with him, he is a lot of fun. http://www.raft.com.au/

Wicked Campers

If you are in Europe, Australia, or New Zeleand, they are easy to find and so worth the money. The world is easy......in a Wicked Camper. www.wickedcamper.com.au

Tandem Cairnes

Tandem Cairnes was a really good skydiving outfit located in northern Cairnes. If I went back, I would certainly skydive again if possible, and I would certainly due it with Tandem Cairnes. http://www.sydneyskydivers.com.au/?loc=1

Coopers Ale

Coopers Ale is brewed in Adelaide, South Australia. it is a very good beer that sure was a hell of a lot of fun to drink. http://www.coopers.com.au/

London Tavern Pub

I ate at the London Tavern pretty often. They had a hell of a chicken schnitzel for their lunch special. http://www.thelondontavern.com.au/