Serves 4
We all know that the first Thanksgiving was a feast shared by the pilgrims and native Americans celebrating their first productive harvest. To the pilgrims, a successful harvest was a matter of survival. Without food to eat, they would have died. Fortunately, today we are not compelled to celebrate the fact that we will have food throughout the winter. For most of us, food is plentiful. Instead, we give thanks for everything we have.
We feast with our family and friends. Turkey, dressing, seasonal side dishes, and desserts make a classic Thanksgiving meal. If you are hosting, be sure to offer your guests a refreshment when they arrive. Along with the usuals, consider serving something special. The Scarlett O’Hara is a mixture of cranberries, lime, and Southern Comfort. It made its debut in 1939 as a tribute drink to the opening of the movie, Gone With The Wind. It is a bit different; a bit festive.
Southern Comfort was invented by a New Orleans bartender named M.W. Heron in 1874. He made it by soaking vanilla beans, lemon, cinnamon, cloves, cherries, and orange peel in bourbon and then adding honey to sweeten it. Today’s version does not contain bourbon, but, rather, bourbon flavors. Mixing Southern Comfort with fresh lime and cranberry juice makes a smooth drink that is slightly sweet with fruit and spice flavors in the background. It tastes like the holidays.
It will also take the edge off when your beautifully planned meal is hijacked by nephews throwing the football in the house; your aunt igniting a political debate with your sister in-law’s in-laws; your sister showing up ready to eat shorty after dessert has been served; OR when the turkey turns out hopelessly dry. Remember: this is a day for giving thanks to God for everything you have and everyone you love – imperfections and all.
6 oz. Southern Comfort
4 1/2 oz cranberry juice
1 1/2 oz fresh squeezed lime juice
3/4 cups ice
thin wedges of lime for garnishing
1. SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED: Place all of the ingredients in a cocktail tumbler and shake vigorously. Strain the liquid into chilled glasses, leaving the ice in the tumbler. Garnish each glass with a wedge of lime.
Peace and love from my kitchen to yours,
Waverly
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