How to Make an Adios

The adios beverage is a strong alcoholic mixed cocktail made with several different types of alcohol. It features an electric blue-green color that is festive and fun. The taste is similar to a Long Island iced tea mixed drink, but it is stronger. The name "Adios" is a reference to the higher alcohol content as most mixed drinks feature 2 ounces of liquid and the adios features 2.5 ounces.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cV6dFl_TzuU Discover the step-by-step process of making an adios through this mixed drink guide.

How to Make an Adios Video

Watch Ja Nee Nisongerthis, a Los Angeles bartender, present a mixed drink instructional video. In this guide, she prepares an adios. She outlines the ingredients needed and walks through the step-by-step process of mixing the drink. This mixed drink guide is part of a larger series of instructional videos offered on the Mahalo.com YouTube channel.

Step 1: Gather Ingredients

Collect vodka, gin, tequila, rum, blue Curacao, sweet and sour mix and 7-Up. Consider using Absolute vodka, Bombay Dry Gin, Jose Cuervo tequila and Bacardi rum. You can substitute Sprite based on availability and your preference. You will also need a tall Collins glass and ice. If you are not trained in measuring liquors by feel, you may also need a measuring glass.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cV6dFl_TzuU

Step 2: Mix Your Drink

Fill your glass with ice. Measure and pour 1/2 ounce of vodka into your glass. Add a 1/2 ounce of your rum, 1/2 ounce of tequila and 1/2 ounce of your gin. Add a splash of sweet and sour mixture an 7-Up. Top your drink with about 1/2 ounce of blue Curacao and your drink will turn an electric blue color.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cV6dFl_TzuU

Step 3: Garnish and Serve

Add a slice of lime, a maraschino cherry, or other fruit garnish for a professional or festive appearance. Serve your drink immediately to avoid the ice diluting the drink.http://www.delish.com/entertaining-ideas/how-to/garnish/drinks-cocktails-garnishes-dsh