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A Toast to the "B-52s in the Desert"
On the south end of Rogers dry lake bed (And just north of the
barded-wire fence surrounding Edwards AFB), sit two B-52 bomber that were used
for experimental purposes until the late 1960s (one bomber was used for testing
barrier landing systems, and the other testing engines with General
Electric). These two lonesome bombers rest silently at Edwards, never to
fly again (In fact, one was rendered inoperable due to an arms reduction
treaty). Their service to the United States completed, we honor the
contributions, and the lives testing these aircraft saved, in beverage
form.
Note:
This recipe is a variation of the well-known "B-52" shooter.
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Ingredient
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Meaning
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Amount
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Kahlua
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Basic ingredient of a standard B-52 shooter.
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2 oz.
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Jose Cuervo 1800 Reposado Tequila
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Tequila is often associated with the desert, and other
dry climates.
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2 oz.
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Grand Marnier
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Basic ingredient of a standard B-52 shooter.
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2 oz.
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This shot is served as a double, honoring both B-52s in one
gulp. Layer this shot (DO NOT USE ICE)... Enjoy responsibly. Remember,
don't drink and fly.
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