Special Edition - Holiday 2017
BIGBITE Magazine
BIGBITE Bar Book
By
Joe Dalton
B WRITTEN BY Joe Dalton
DRINK ILLUSTRATION Achievement Hunter Red & Blue Army Day 5 Pokemon GO Heroes & Halfwits BIGBITE Drinks
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Is your party weary from a long adventure? Relax with some of these
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We’ve done so many drink articles, but what do we drink?
Goeff’s Drink And Mercantile’s summer drink menu!
Red Army Red Army Cantina Summer Drink
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Ashton Duncan
RWBY V4 Creatures
Brianna Collins
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BIGBITE Holiday Party Sean McGuire
Creatures Mead
COVER ILLUSTRATION Les Van Pelt
2016 was the Year of Mead for The Creatures
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Shot Out!
Les Van Pelt
We here at BIGBITE want to throw a huge “Shot Out” to Barbara Dunkelman
EDITOR IN CHIEF Matt VanDeZande
MANAGING EDITOR Joseph Dunlap
ART DIRECTOR Sean McGuire
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Joe Dalton
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER Joe Byrne
CHIEF CREATIVE OFFICER James Perrett
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Blue Army Cocktail Lounge RTX Drink Menu
Day 5
These drinks will keep you up partying all night...and all day...
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Going out on a Pokemon quest with your team? It’s really hot outside!
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In honor of Extra Life, we figured we’d make some drink recipes
BIGBITE Holiday Party
Tis the season to drink! Fa la la la DRINK! DRINK! DRINK!
BIgbitE MEDIA You might be asking yourself, “Why did BIGBITE make a book of bar drinks?” Well, let me tell you. This all started with an entry in the Rooster Teeth Fan Art Friday contest that we curate on the RT website. RT Site user Ashto submitted an illustration of a “bar menu chalkboard” featuring drinks inspired by the Achievement Hunter guys. At the time, we were preparing to launch a new blog, and were looking for some extra content to put on it. I reached out to the artist for permission to use their work, and we ended up getting it. As we uploaded the image and prepared it for publication, it occurred to me that, thanks to the time I spent bartending in college, I could easily throw together some recipes, and treat it like a bar menu. We published them together. That post went viral and became the single-most viewed piece of written content we’ve ever put together, as far as I can tell. We quickly moved to bring the artist, Ashton, on board, and our new BIGBITE Drinks column became a regular feature on our blog, and was a fan-favorite series. We spent the winter of 2016-2017 on hiatus, and when we announced to the community that we would be bringing BIGBITE Magazine back for RT International Community Day, the first question that anyone asked me was “Are you guys going to do a drinks list for this one? We want it for our Community Day party!” So, it’s been a feature in our magazine since we brought it back. Looking back on it, I think the drinks article embodies what we do here at BIGBITE Magazine. It was borne from an awesome idea from a community content creator. We put a spin on it and shared it with our readers, and they continued to enjoy it, so we keep making it for them! So, without further ado, I present our holiday gift for you: the BIGBITE Bar Book. Enjoy responsibly! Cheers,
Joe Dalton Joe Dalton,
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Goeff’s Drink And Mercantile’s summer drink menu! A blend of refreshing flavors just perfect for a warm summer evening!
Geoff: Gin Rickey Fill a highball glass with ice. Add a shot of gin. Or several. Juice a lime, and throw the juiced halves in the glass. Because f*** it. Top with club soda and enjoy. Also available as a Whiskey Rickey.
Gavin: Flaming Liquid Cocaine Blaster A layered shot: equal parts Jagermeister, Goldschlager, and Bacardi 151, and light it on fire like it’s Jack’s house! Drop it in a glass of Red Bull and pound it!
Jack: Fireman’s #4 Blond Ale A smooth, refreshing, zesty brew, perfect for a relaxing after a long day of building houses.
Michael: Riot Punch One part vanilla vodka, two parts Sunny Delight. Served chilled in a rocks glass. Goeff’s Drink and Mercantile would like to remind you that we are a classy establishment, and riots are strictly forbidden; however mild buncing is allowed.
Jeremy: Hobnail 2 parts scotch, 1 part ginger syrup, 1 part lemon juice, a splash of Amaro, and a dash of bitters, all shaken with ice and served in the shortest rocks glass you can find. Garnish with a twist of orange.
Ryan: Diet Coke Served in six packs. Funnel available upon request.
Please drink responsibly
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Red Army Cantina Summer Drink Menu! Looking for a great way to unwind after a long day of killin’ dirty Blues? Look no further than these awesome drinks, based on your favorite soldiers in the best army in this box canyon!
Sarge: Texas Tea A Texas twist on a Long Island Iced Tea, that’ll knock the boots right off ya! It’s equal parts Vodka, Gin, Rum, Tequila, and Triple Sec, with a bit of agave, some sweet and sour and a float of coke! Garnish with a lemon wedge...and maybe one of those little cocktail umbrellas too!
Simmons: Blood Gulch Sunrise How much booze can we cram into a glass and still make it fruity? Take equal parts Disaronno, Vodka, Bourbon, and Gin, mix with cranberry and orange juices. Served with an orange wedge.
Grif: Amaretto Depth Charge What is better than liquor or beer? Liquor and beer! Layer a shot with Disaronno on bottom, Bacardi 151 on top. Set it on fire, because that’s f*cking awesome. Then drop it in a pint of pale ale and down it!
Donut: Kinky Cotton Candy Cosmo Would you expect any less? Shake Vodka, Kinky Liqueur, and Cranberry juice with ice. Take a puff of lightish red cotton candy, put it in a martini glass, and strain the drink on top of it! Fabulous!
Lopez: Chocolate Car Bomb Lopez uses motor oil for this drink, but we’ll use the closest thing we have: Guinness! Take an ounce of Jameson and an ounce of Godiva Chocolate Liqueur and pour into a shot glass. Drop the shot in a pint of Guinness!
Don’t drink and drive the warthog! Lopez is running out of parts to fix it!
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Blue Army Cocktail Lounge RTX Drink Menu Whether you’re celebrating a long day with friends at RTX or celebrating a long day of kicking the Red Army’s arse, these drinks are perfect for the occasion!
Church: Black and Blue Need a drink after a long day of dealing with teamkilling f*cktards? Try this variant on the classic Black and Tan! Pour a half glass of Guinness, and gently layer on another half glass of Blue Moon on the top! Garnish with an orange wheel.
Tucker: Blue Balls Do….do I really need to write a joke for this one? The name says it all! Shake 1 part Malibu, 1 part Blue Curacao, 1 part Peach Schnapps, and ½ part Sweet and Sour over ice, and serve in a rocks glass.
Caboose: Blood Gulch Blues Punch When we asked Caboose what blue drink to put on the menu, he responded, “Windex.” We had a better idea! Shake 1 part Vodka, 1 part Rum, 1 part Blue Curacao, ½ part Gin, ½ part Triple Sec, and ¼ part Rose’s Sweetened Lime Juice, and pour over ice in a pint glass. Then, top the whole mess with Sprite! Garnish with maraschino cherries and a lime wedge.
Tex: Starry Night Shake equal parts Jagermeister and Goldschlager with ice, and serve in a rocks glass. Are those gold flecks in the drink, or is it turning on its active camo?
Sister: Drug Mule Sister kept babbling on about some drink called a Drug Mule when she went to Tijuana for Spring Break. Unfortunately, she was way too wasted to remember what was in it, so we made our own! Shake 2 parts of Tequila, 1 part Triple Sec, 1 part Sweet and Sour, and pour over ice in a salt-rimmed pint glass. Top with ginger beer, and serve with a lime wedge.
Remeber, you can’t pick up chicks in a tank if you’ve crashed it!
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Staying up for an all-night binge of Day 5? These drinks will keep you up partying all night...and all day...and all night...and all day...and, well, you get the point!
Jake’s Meth Bender Punch Take 1.5L of vodka, 4L of 7up, 2L of tonic, 2 cans of frozen lemonade concentrate, 16oz of Blue Curacao, 16oz of pineapple juice, and 8oz of pineapple tidbits. This punch glows under blacklight, so it is perfect for your next all-night rave!
Crack Pipe In a rocks glass, pour an ounce each of Bacardi 151 and Goldschlager. Light it on fire, and quickly cover it with an upside-down brandy snifter. Stick a straw in between the glasses to suck out the fumes, and then down the shot! This drink is about the closest you can legally get to actual crack!
Liquid Cocaine Cocaine is a hell of a drug! In a shaker, mix equal parts Jagermeister, Rumple Minze, and Bacardi 151, and shake with ice. Strain into a shot glass with a sugar rim!
Viagra In a highball glass, pour 2oz of vodka and 2oz of Blue Curacao over ice. Fill the glass with Red Bull. If this drink gives you an erection that lasts more than 4 hours, call your doctor. Or email Matt@BIGBITE.media.
GrandMonster Even grandma can stay up for 5 days with this one! In a rocks glass, mix 2oz of Grand Marnier and 4oz of (regular) Monster Energy Drink. Garnish with an orange wheel, and serve at room temperature.
Some of these drinks are incredibly strong--you have been warned This is the point in the feature where I normally make a joke with the message of drinking responsibly. But this time, I wanted to be serious. Some of these drinks are incredibly strong--you have been warned. Furthermore, always be careful not to drink too many energy-drink-based alcoholic beverages, as overconsumption can lead to health problems. Party safe, everyone!
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Going out on a Pokemon quest with your team? It’s really hot outside! When you get back, cool down with these awesome punches!
INSTINCT PUNCH Spark would go crazy for this electrifying punch! In a large punch bowl, combine 2L of pineapple soda, 1.5L of whipped cream vodka, 1 can of frozen lemonade concentrate, and 1L of tonic. Drop a chunk of dry ice in to cool things down. Cut 4 lemons in half and float them at the top. Or cut more. Whatever. Just follow your instincts.
MYSTIC PUNCH Blanche has researched all of the punch recipes, and has found the best! In a large punch bowl, combine 1Gal of Berry Blue Typhoon Hawaiian Punch, 1.5L of Malibu, and 1L of tonic. Drop some dry ice in for a mystical mist. Evolve the drink further by peeling and slicing 4 kiwis, then adding the kiwi and 1pt of blueberries to the mix!
VALOR PUNCH Candela challenges you to try this punch! In a large punch bowl, combine 1Gal (red) Hawaiian Punch, 1.5L of citrus vodka, 1L tonic, and a 12oz can of pineapple tidbits. Drop some dry ice in to cool things down, because this punch is fire!
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Save these drinks for after the quest!
Which team is very best? Let us know in the comments below! And remember kids, don’t drink and play Pokemon GO. Seriously, your Pokeball accuracy will go down the toilet. Save these drinks for after the quest!
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Is your party weary from a long adventure? Relax with some of these drinks, inspired by the characters from Heroes and Halfwits!
Bor Ealis: Classic Shirley Temple Paladin, what are you doing in a bar? Drink this. Take 3oz of Ginger Ale, and 3oz of Sprite, and pour them over ice. Add a splash of grenadine, a maraschino cherry, and there you go!
Albus Cumberbatch: Sleepy Hollow Swirl a bit of absinthe in a rocks glass to coat it, and discard the remainder. In a coctail shaker, add 2oz of mezcal (or tequila) and an ounce of St. Elizabeth liqueur, and add 2 dashes of bitters. Shake with ice and strain into the glass. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary, and light it on fire. Use a lighter if you must, but using magic to light it is far more impressive.
Mogar Jones: Frozen Dark and Stormy Like Mogar’s dragon breath, this drink is cold. Unlike Mogar’s dragon breath, this should not be used to entertain village children! Add 12oz of ginger beer, 1T of fresh ginger, the juice of 1 lime, and 2 cups of ice into a blender, and blend. Pour into a pint glass, leaving room to float 4 ounces of Meyers Dark Rum at the top.
Orma: Motor Oil It’s pretty likely that Orma would actually drink motor oil (just like she ate an amnesia-inducing frog) but here’s the drink version. In a large shooter glass, mix 1oz Jagermeister, .5oz Rumpel Minze, .5oz Goldschlager, and .5oz Malibu.
Mr. Bojangles: Bloody Mary Shots There’s a drinking game here (and why wouldn’t there be), so you’re going to need a lot of this one. In a pitcher, mix 1 part vodka to 3 parts of your favorite Bloody Mary mix (ours is below!). Serve in shot glasses. Every time the bard does something shifty, drink!
Dungeon Master: Corpse Reviver #2 It takes a lot of liquor to put up with this party. So, here’s a drink from the old world that packs a punch! In a shaker, combine 1oz gin, 1oz Lillet Blanc, 1oz Cointreau, 1 oz lemon juice, and a splash of absinthe. Shake over ice and strain into your favorite goblet!
Bonus Recipe: BIGBITE’s Favorite Bloody Mary Mix 1 qt. tomato juice, 1 T horseradish (prepared), 1 t capers 1 t. Tabasco, 2 t. Spicy brown mustard, 2 t. Worcestershire 1 lime, fresh squeezed, 1 lemon, fresh squeezed, 1 tbsp. vodka ¼ t black peppercorns dash of celery salt. In a blender, spin the capers, horseradish, Tabasco, mustard, peppercorns, and celery salt until smooth. Add in the juices and vodka, and spin to combine. Chill this mix for 24-72 hours, and shake well before use.
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I asked the BIGBITE staff what their signature drink is, and here’s my favorite responses (and Brianna’s)!
Joe Dalton, CEO: Loaded Corona What says “Spring Break Wasted” like Corona? Corona and tequila! Empty the neck out of a bottle of Corona. Pour in a shot of tequila and top off the bottle with Rose’s Sweetened Lime. Cork it with a lime and party!
Michael Hernandez, Social Media DIRECTOR: Jesus Juice Punch Because turning water into wine is sooo first-century… In a large punch bowl, combine 750mL of pineapple vodka, a liter of Cactus Cooler (if you don’t live in the American Southwest, a mix of half orange soda, and half pineapple soda will do in a pinch), 3 large cans of Red Bull, 10oz of Orange Kool Aid, and sugar to taste. Sacrilicious!
*Brianna Collins, Art Director: Bloody Caesar Ah, the Bloody Caesar. The signature drink of annoying Canadian artists that insist that this drink must make this list. Rim a pint glass with Caesar Salt (3 parts celery salt, 1 part lemon-pepper seasoning, and 1 part cumin), then, in the glass over ice, combine a 2oz of vodka, 1T of Worcestershire sauce, 5 dashes of Tabasco, 1T of lemon juice, 1T of pickle brine, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Top the glass with Clamato, and garnish with green olives and/or celery sticks.
*Ashton Duncan, Artist: Frozen Sex On The Beach What’s slightly better than getting sand in places you didn’t know you had? Hypothermia! In a blender, combine a cup of ice, 2oz of vodka, 1oz peach schnapps, 2oz of pineapple juice, 2oz of orange juice, and 1oz of cranberry juice. Blend and serve in a margarita glass!
*Joe Ginman, Director of Programming: Singapore Sling Of course his drink would involve gin! In a rocks glass, combine 2oz of gin, 1oz of Cointreau, 4oz of pineapple juice, a splash of Rose’s Sweetened Lime, and a splash of grenadine. Garnish with a ring of pineapple and a cherry.
James Perrett, CCO: Mud Puddle In a pint glass, combine 3oz vodka, 5oz Dr. Pepper, and 5oz orange juice. Stir, and top with ice. Then sit there and think about what you’ve done. Honestly, who mixes Dr. Pepper and orange juice? I mean, “Yes, boss, this sounds delicious.”
BONUS DRINK! Kat Cirri, DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING Kat’s Sweet Tea Recipe Because Y’all are Heathens (As written by Kat, because, honestly, I couldn’t have made this any funnier!) 1. Make a lot of hot black tea. 2. Add enough sugar to saturate it. Maybe even more sugar than tea if you’re feeling it. 3. Chill. Because in the great southern hellscape, we need something cold to distract us from imminent heatstroke. 4. F*ck Britain. Sweet tea is the only tea!
*Former members of Team BIGBITE, at time of publication
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RWBY Vol 4 Drinks. Crescent Rose This drink may look cute, but it will kick your arse! Put 1T of lemon juice in a pint glass, then add 3 oz of bourbon and swirl. Next add 6 oz of ginger ale and 1 oz of grenadine. Top with ice. Garnish with maraschino cherries and a twist of lemon.
Hibiscus Gin & Tonic This one is zen in a glass! In a rocks glass, pour 2 oz of gin and 2 oz of hibiscus tonic over ice. If you can’t find Hibiscus Tonic where you live, a combination of tonic water and Monin Hibiscus Syrup will work in a pinch. Enjoy in a quiet space and find your happy place!
The Man With Two Souls Two distinct flavors for two distinct men! In a shot glass, gently layer one part Green Creme De Menthe on bottom, two parts Bailey’s on top
Sharpshooter Pour equal parts vodka and greek ouzo in a shot glass. Then slowly add in about 6 drops of Tabasco. The perfect drink for drowning your sorrows as you mourn the loss of your Greek sniper.
Dead Bird Here’s a bourbon-based shot that Uncle Qrow would be happy to pound down! Pour equal parts Jaegermeister and Wild Turkey 101 in a shaker, and shake without ice. Serve at room temperature.
Electric Pink Lemonade This electrifying play on an Electric Lemonade is good enough to get “hammered” on! Fill a pint glass with ice. Add in 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of Kinky Pink liqueur, and 2 oz of sweet and sour. Top with sprite. Garnish the top of the drink with Cotton Candy Pop Rocks, and serve immediately.
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The holidays are upon us, so here’s a look at the drink list for BIGBITE’s holiday party! These drinks are sure to get you merry and bright!
Peppermint Margarita Here’s one guaranteed to put you on Santa’s naughty list! In a blender, combine 2oz of Tequila Blanco with 1oz Rumple Minze, 5oz of your favorite margarita mix, and a splash of Grenadine. Blend with ice, and serve in a margarita glass. Garnish with a float of Gran Marnier and a candy cane.
Poinsettia The perfect drink for a holiday toast! In a champagne flute, add 4oz of Brut Champagne, and top with 1oz cranberry juice. Cheers!
Dirty Snowball You’ll have a ball with this one! In a shot glass, combine equal parts Kahlua, Baileys, and Creme De Menthe.
Santa’s Little Helper How else do you think the big guy survives his insane holiday schedule? In a shaker, combine 2oz grapefruit vodka, 2oz grapefruit juice, and 1oz cranberry juice. Shake over ice and strain into a martini glass. Serve with an orange twist.
Eggnog Russian You should really try this one. It really ties this list together, man. In a glass, pour 1oz Kahlua and 1oz spiced rum, then top with 6oz of eggnog. Top with a pinch of nutmeg.
Candy Cane Martini Finally, a drink that says to your family and friends, “I’m classy and festive, yet have no intention of remembering this evening!” In a shaker, combine 3oz vodka, 2oz Rumple Minze, and a splash of grenadine. Shake with ice, and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a candy cane.
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Remember, kids! Drink responsibly. You wouldn’t want to end up on the naughty list, now would you? Bigbite drink special
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