What's the Honey Deuce, the official cocktail of US Open?
The Honey Deuce is the official cocktail of the U.S. Open. This year, the drink is available for $23 at the tournament.
The U.S. Open, a renowned tennis tournament, offers more than just the sport itself for spectators. Among the festivities, there's a signature cocktail - the Honey Deuce. This drink, made from vodka, lemonade, raspberry liqueur, and honeydew melon balls, is designed to mimic tennis balls. The cocktail maker, Nick Mautone, was inspired by honeydew melon balls he saw at a farmer's market that resembled tennis balls during the 2006 U.S. Open.
Grey Goose, a sponsor of the event, collaborated with Mautone to create this special cocktail. The name "Honey Deuce" pays homage to the tennis term "deuce," which signifies a tied score of 40-40 in a game. The cocktail, which costs $23 at the U.S. Open, comes in a collectible cup while supplies last. For those who wish to recreate the drink at home, Grey Goose provides a straightforward recipe.
It involves layering vodka, lemonade, raspberry liqueur, and honeydew melon balls in a chilled glass. The drink can be made frozen by blending the ingredients with ice or as a mocktail using sparkling water and raspberry simple syrup.
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