The latest weather predictions point to the mother of all El Niños gracing the West Coast and environs this year. That being the case one might as well be prepared. A fully stocked larder and bar should be a priority. With emphasis on the latter. When the going gets tough the tough get creative.
El Niño
Ingredients:
1 oz vodka
1 oz peach schnapps
1/2 oz Blue Curacao liqueur
2 oz pineapple juice
2 oz orange juice
1 splash soda water
Directions:
Mix all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain over ice in a hurricane glass, and garnish with a pineapple wedge and a cherry.