Manhattan

I thought this classic to be in order in honor of the [hated] New York Yankees and their [wonderful] exit [by glorious sweep] from the MLB Playoffs [courtesy of the ass-kicking provided by the Detroit Tigers]. 



3 oz            Canadian Whiskey (or American Rye if that's your thing)
1 oz            Sweet Vermouth
3 dashes     Bitters
Maraschino Cherry
Depending on which bartender you speak with, there'll be some debate between shaking and stirring this drink.  However, this is my email, so I'll be the one making the rules here. 

And a Manhattan is to be stirred.

Combine whiskey, vermouth & bitters in a glass with ice
STIR to chill
Strain into rocks glass filled with ice
Garnish with a cherry

The most appropriate topic of conversation for this drink is "Peter Minuit".

Who?

Only the greatest real estate investor ever in the history of ever, that's who!

Purple Hooter

Ladies, you can order and enjoy this shot anytime, anywhere.
Guys, you'll probably wanna be on vacation somewhere sunny AND at a swim-up bar if you want to enjoy this without getting sideways glances from the other patrons.  Unless, of course, you are trolling for that kind of attention... 




1/2 oz   Vodka
1/2 oz   Chambord
splash   7-Up

Put 4-5 ice cubes in a martini shaker
Add ingredients
(prior to the next step, I'd like to emphasize that it only needs a SPLASH of 7-Up)
Shake vigorously
Strain into shot glass

If you aren't the shot type, but this still sounds good, then triple the amount of vodka and add 1 oz of pineapple juice.  Strain into a martini glass for a French Martini.

Due to the name of the shot, I feel the next reference is downright obligatory:

Hey, I'm colorblind.  Those shirts might be purple...