¶ Notes
Bethany, the bartender, is a fixture at Drippys known for her empathetic ear and the skillful way she mixes a drink. Despite the challenges posed by living in The Puddles, her warm smile and the care she puts into each drink make her a beloved member of the community. She serves not just beverages but a reminder of the resilience and spirit of the people of The Puddles.
She's got the tide-foot, doc.
¶ Signature Drinks
¶ 1. Tidefoot Tonic
Ingredients:
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Saltwater gin (a local distillation using the saline waters that inundate the Puddles)
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Sea grape juice
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A dash of lime
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Tonic water
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Garnished with a sprig of samphire
Description:
A refreshing and slightly salty drink that embodies the resilience required to live in the Puddles. It’s perfect for lifting spirits and easing the pains associated with "tide-foot" or just the weariness from daily life in a flood-prone area.
¶ 2. Brine Bitter
Ingredients:
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Rum aged in sunken barrels retrieved from the Puddles' waters
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Bitter herbs found growing in the urban wilds
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Puddleberry syrup
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A splash of brackish water
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Garnished with a twist of dried seaweed
Description:
A strong and herbaceous cocktail that mirrors the harsh living conditions in the Puddles. It’s a popular choice among the hardier souls who appreciate a potent reminder of their environment.
¶ 3. Stilt Walker’s Sling
Ingredients:
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Vodka distilled from local potatoes
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Cloudy apple juice (sourced from the less waterlogged regions nearby)
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Ginger beer made in-house
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A hint of mire mint
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Garnished with a slice of starfruit
Description:
Bright and effervescent, this drink is a nod to the elevated pathways (stilts) that keep the district's pedestrians above the floodwaters. It’s favored by those who seek a bit of zest after a damp day.
¶ 4. Muckrucker Mule
Ingredients:
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Muck-infused tequila (infused with mud from the Puddles’ streets)
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Soursop nectar
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Puddle water, purified and carbonated
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Served in a clay mug
Description:
Muddy and mysterious, this twist on the classic mule reflects the gritty reality of the Muckruckers, the watchmen of the Puddles. It’s a strong, grounding drink that's both invigorating and grimy.
¶ 5. Drip Drop Daiquiri
Ingredients:
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White rum (barrel-aged on rooftops to catch the cleanest rainfall)
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Sugarcane juice
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Drip berry extract (a local berry that thrives in damp conditions)
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A squeeze of kelp lime
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Garnished with sugar-rimmed glass to represent the salt deposits left by evaporating floodwaters
Description:
Sweet with a hint of tartness, this daiquiri offers a taste of the rare sweetness found within the Puddles. It’s as ephemeral and delightful as a sunny day in a typically gloomy neighborhood.