It happened and we missed it, International Cocktail Day, was this past Tuesday.
Well how to celebrate and rectify this oversight?
Maybe the recipe for a Jake Walk cocktail from the The Jake Walk bar in NYC, in Food & Wine's Magazine blog, and reading what Nick Fauchald, Senior Editor wrote to describe The Jake Walk bar, how could it not make a post. Life brings things to you when they are attune, there is no need to hunt them out, they just find you.
"If Stinky Bklyn is Gossip Girl, then the couple’s latest venture, The Jake Walk, is John from Cincinnati. Its name is obscure—“jake walk” is 1930s slang for the partially paralyzed gait exhibited by Prohibition-era vagabonds who drank Jamaica Ginger, a highly alcoholic (though legal) patent medicine found to be loaded with, whoops, neurotoxins—and, like John from Cincinnati, you’re not quite sure how to describe Jake Walk , except for “singularly awesome” (if you disagree with me about JfC, don’t hold it against Jake Walk)."
Mouthing Off/Food &Wine Magazine
The Jake Walk Courtesy of Dan Wondrich (The Jake Walk)
Makes 1 drink
Ice
3/4 ounce reposado tequila
3/4 ounce J.M. Rhum Blanc (or other white rum)
3/4 ounce St-Germain (elderflower liqueur)
3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
2 dashes Peychaud's bitters
Candied ginger, for garnish
Fill a shaker with ice. Add everything except the ginger and shake vigorously. Strand into a chilled coupe and garnish with the candied ginger.
Now, you wonder if there's an Austinotsotini to go with it?
For those who missed their Austin Friday, no fear it will be a double shot next week to start and end your work week.
This drink sounds absolutely disgusting!
ReplyDeleteFrenchy, Iive been thinking I may have to order Beyond Brokeback. Do you recommend it?
Nailed to resume production today?
ReplyDeleteLooks like Jake's grandmother really did die
ReplyDeleteSo then Jake's grandmother died over Reeke weekend.
ReplyDeleteSo then Jake's grandmother died over Reeke weekend.
ReplyDeleteAnd he didn't go home.
Before you jump to conclusions no one knows anything about what occurred. What you see might not be what is, and the private life of their family is private.
ReplyDeleteWe know that Jake has traveled with noticed before. And the Gyllenhaal family is from the East Coast.
Please do not use this personal and private loss for Jake and his family as way make speculations or comments about what he did or did not do.
You're unbelievable, special K. He did not travel that weekend to CA. He was frolicking with Reese in D.C./SC, giddily smiling. Give me a break.
ReplyDeleteI think it says the grandmother died in early May. He was photographed at LAX that weekend if I'm not mistaken.
ReplyDeleteGrandmother is from Pennsylvania.
ReplyDeleteNo I'm wrong it was May 4th that she died and he was in LAX earlier then that.
ReplyDeleteAgain -- this shouldn't really be up for discussion. Can we just let Jake and his family have somethings that are just private.
ReplyDeleteHe was at LAX April 21. He was in DC with Reese for Avon when his grandmother was dying...and that's disgusting.
ReplyDeleteHave to agree with Heath's ghost.
I didn't make it home when my mother died. I guess that makes me disgusting too.
ReplyDeletePoint is ... you just don't know anything that what you see.
Is there anything that Jake does you don't make excuses for, Special? Wait I already know the answer.
ReplyDeleteSpecial K exactly. You weren't with your fake bf hamming it up for the public were you? that's what makes it disgusting. Not, not being able to make it home.
ReplyDelete(((Special K)))
ReplyDeleteThose who know you, know what a wonderful human being you are.
You never disgust me.
Never.
WTF?? no one has said that Special K is disgusting....unbelievable! and yes, it's disgusting how posts get twisted around....Sheesh!
ReplyDeleteSince everyone and their dog had a story about how their reaction to the death of a loved one was similar to Jake when Heath died (and now his grandma) I’m very skeptical when reading stuff like this. You don’t need me to believe you anyway so don’t get pissed.
ReplyDeleteIf that really happened to you then I apologize for “of course you didn’t” because it was inappropriate of me and I’m sorry for your loss. As for the rest of my post I stand by it.
You weren't with your fake bf hamming it up for the public were you? that's what makes it disgusting. Not, not being able to make it home.
This is exactly my point. So your experience isn't the same as Jake's.
This whole discussion is disgusting. We have no knowledge of what Jake has or hasn't done when his grandmother died and we should just leave it at that.
ReplyDeleteThis is just fuel for the fire for the Jake bashers, the continuing and neverending bashers. Don't let that happen here, Special and Wicked.
ReplyDeleteIMO, discussions like this is sometimes very helpful. It quickly reveals the agenda, maturity level and mentality of unfamiliar posters.
ReplyDeleteThe point Spesh made in the beginning was that this private, let him have it without turning it to another bash Jake.
ReplyDeletewell... how they ruined a perfectly good post by Special.
ReplyDeleteHi ((((Special))))!
ReplyDeleteThat Jake Walk drink does sound a little scary - I think I'll stick with my fave Cosmo (made with Grey Goose vodka of course!) to celebrate International Cocktail Day latah!
My sympathies to Jake and his family for their loss. I agree, there's no way we can possibly know what he did, and that shouldn't even concern us. We know that what we see in photos is a small fraction of his life, if those photos, sightings and blurbs in magazines are even true. There's no need to even give the benefit of the doubt IMO because it's something that is his private life. With Heath, it was all such a shock and so unfair, it affected us all, so that was a little different, but even then, there's no real way to know how it affected him. I know I wouldn't want the intrusion of photographers and ridiculous questions on my or my family's private grief.
How big would an Austinotsotini be?
ReplyDeleteI haven't even had my coffee yet, but I sure could use that cocktail now. Unfortunately I don't think I'd make it through work if I had one.
ReplyDeleteIs what is happening with the filming of Nailed Unusual? It sure seems like the making of this movie has had one problem after another. I sure bet everyone who is working on the film will be happy when it is finished. Seems like it would be hard to make a good film under those conditions.
ReplyDeleteJodie Foster is sure getting a lot of press surrounding the apparent breakup with her partner. I have heard several people say they have read about it and then say they didnt even know she was gay. Funny how this couple could be together so long and be so private but then break up and the news is everywhere.
" You weren't with your fake bf hamming it up for the public were you? that's what makes it disgusting. Not, not being able to make it home."
ReplyDeleteLet's face it. The man has completely and totally taken leave of his senses.
He wasn't working in SC 5/4, and he wasn't even doing important charity work. What was he doing? Chaperoning Reese yet again.
And don't tell me that he didn't know about his grandmother's terminal illness. You know when the end is coming for a loved one, and if you can make it (and he had time on his hands and lot's of money for travel), you hightail home as fast as you can. Now, of course, this is his paternal grandmother, and maybe he's estranged from the father.
It's still a mess. The entire Gyllenhaal clan is under a cloud right now. Except for Peter, everyone seems to be floating in the twilight zone.
Condolences to Jake and the Gyllenhaal family in the loss of their mother,grandmother and great-grandmother.
ReplyDeleteNo matter whether our time with them is brief or long, expected or not the loss is still felt. While she may not be here with you any longer, the life she lead and her influence lives within each of you. May the memories of her comfort you.
I think I could get drunk from an Austinotsotini even if it didn't have any alcohol in it.
ReplyDeleteI am fascinated by the whole thing with Jodie, and I'd sure love to know what the story is, but we may never know. Was the shoutout to her girfriend made in an effort to help the relationship when things were getting tough? Was Cydney tired of the closet, and did Jodie backtrack on a promise with that Parade article and pictures of her frolicking with just the kids in Hawaii?
Whoa! Tom told me all hell had broken loose and I see that it has. We don't know what Jake may or may not have done regarding his grandmother's death. We don't know what plans the family may have made about this. Everybody handles death differently. I can't judge.
ReplyDeleteAustinotsotini LOLOL!! aka jakecantwalk/jakecanttalk..
ReplyDeleteHi everybody. Great music today. I'm in NYC to visit my family/friends but I thought I would check in. Yikes - drama already??
ReplyDeleteSpecial, please don't upset yourself over things that we don't know anything about. Of course we all know that this is a private affair and should be so. My condolences to Jake and his family.
On a lighter note - That drink sounds alittle intense for my tastes - but I will definately have a few Jack and cokes on my trip : )
I just heard about the same sex marriage decision in CA. Great news. I wonder what will happen next.
Have a good day everyone.
jake mighta visited grama last month to say goodbye..she was 85, coulda be they didnt know when she was gonna go..
ReplyDeletethe 4-21 lax pics said she died when it was 5-4..5-4 again w/reekis disease.
Interesting that a random story linked the name Jake to JFC. As to the other comments, I am not touching the topic other than to say be wary of trouble makers. OMG and WFT2 are still a thorn in PRs side.
ReplyDeleteI'm very proud of CA. Looks like Ellen and Portia will be among the first to marry.
WEDDING BELLS: Reese Witherspoon's team continue to firmly deny all those tales of an engagement with Jake Gyllenhaal, but a couple of the actress' friends insist the Oscar winner and her main man have discussed marriage -- and at some length. No ring shopping yet, but there's strong buzz Gyllenhaal may officially pop the question by the end of the year.
ReplyDeleteJeese engaged by the end of the year?
RDJ carrying a purse
ReplyDeleteCould this be where Jake got the idea?
Ellen announces her wedding plans
ReplyDeleteIt's still a mess. The entire Gyllenhaal clan is under a cloud right now. Except for Peter, everyone seems to be floating in the twilight zone."
ReplyDeleteI think Maggie is also pretty grounded.
What a shame that this site has become an unconditional Jake worship zone, exactly as Dany predicted it would become.
And why if you're Austin fans, why would you want that sweet, cute guy to still be with Jake, given all the crap with Reese? Doesn't Austin deserve better? Jake isn't the world's best actor and his looks are fading. Austin can do better. Hopefully, he has moved on--and happily with someone who wants him.
Congratulations to Ellen and Portia!
ReplyDeleteHeath's ghost, I will let private family matters remain private.
ReplyDeleteTo my knowledge, Dany never said anything publicly about what OMG would or would not become. If you know differently, it would have to have been said to you privately. And that makes me wonder exactly who you are.
"It's still a mess. The entire Gyllenhaal clan is under a cloud right now. Except for Peter, everyone seems to be floating in the twilight zone."
ReplyDeleteMaggie's career is about to take off, she's respected in the industry and is looking better than ever. She has a healthy daughter and a man who loves her. I think she's doing fine too!
New pix of Jake on Just Jared. He's at LAX. Bet we get Reeked this weekend. Looks like Nailed did not get back on schedule today.
ReplyDeleteI hope Ellen and Portia have a big huge wedding for all the world to see.
ReplyDeletePics are on IHJ too.
ReplyDeleteJake looks thin.
ReplyDeleteI think he just looks a bit tired. He'll be fine!
ReplyDeleteI didn't mean that Jake looks bad thin. I meant that he looks like he is getting back into shape. He's looked heavy to me for a while. Makes me think PoP might be a reality.
ReplyDeleteI think PoP is a reality! ;)
ReplyDeleteYou wonder what is going to happen with all these delays with Nailed and the start of filming PoP. Disney has a really tight schedule for PoP since it is slated for a summer 2009 release.
ReplyDeleteSo the question I really wanted to ask with the post today... what would you put in the perfect Austinotsotini?
ReplyDeleteAustin Nichols whiskey? Grey Goose Vodka? Texas Pete hot sauces?
Come on amateur mixologists -- what do you think?
Cool, minty things, Spesh.
ReplyDeleteOr sweet, caramel things.
Jake does look wonderfully slim and gorgeous, but I miss the wheeled bag. Haven't seen it since Toronto :D
ReplyDeleteAustinotsotini = thick and creamy.
ReplyDeletestrong buzz Gyllenhaal may officially pop the question by the end of the year.
ReplyDeleteof course-when thier 2 movies come out, then the 'engagemen' will strtch out to another year [off/on], [by that time reese will have maybe found another guy in rl] and then they will 'breakup' but forever be fond of each other.
Austinotsotini surprise = with the worm
ReplyDeleteOh Man, someone posed the question once: what kind of drink does the band named Silversun Pickups inspire? So I thought something like a Tequila Sunrise with Patron Silver Tequila and orange juice, and a splash of grenadine or cranberry juice. But for Austin, how about an Austin Sunrise Martini, with Grey Goose Vodka, orange juice and a splash of grenadine or cranberry juice, with a twist of orange peel. :)
ReplyDeleteNew Pics -- The toothpicks are back!!
ReplyDeleteLooking very good from all those workouts. Someone tall and Texan is going to enjoy putting him through his paces to help him stay in shape now he's back home.
Mixer the Austin Sunrise Martini sounds good.
^^I noticed! ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you Special K! Maybe we should try the Austin Sunrise Martini with pomegranate juice. :)
ReplyDelete" strong buzz Gyllenhaal may officially pop the question by the end of the year.
ReplyDelete"
Pssss! Here's more strong Gyllenhaal-related buzz - Nailed is a colossal mess and Jake's trying to get out of it.
Now, isn't it more fun to talk about a non-existent marriage proposal?
Hi Tea! Or should I say Coffee and Constructive Sublimation Poster.
ReplyDeleteThat Austin Sunrise martini sounds glorious! I do think of oranges and reds for an Austin-named drink. I'll have two, please. :9
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Ellen and Portia! I'm so happy for them. The video of the announcement made me teary-eyed. :')
I have to admit I hate the idea of Jake coming home. We all know what is ahead in the next couple of days. Get ready.
ReplyDeleteOne bourbon, one Scotch, and one Austin Sunrise Martini comin' right up! Don't ask about the Reeke martini . . . ;)
ReplyDeleteJake get a couple of Austinotsotini's under his belt tonight ?
ReplyDeleteSorry, that was two Austin Sunrise Martinis - can I interest anyone in the tapas menu? ;)
ReplyDeleteTapas with chorizo?
ReplyDeletethe reeke martini: peroxide, bleach & chicken shit.
ReplyDeleteI want tapas!
ReplyDeleteHow about a blood orange mojito--orange with a bit of mint and a lot of run. And I'll take some olives and an order of those spanish style potatoes. :-)
ReplyDeleteOops, shoulda used spell-check! Let me fix that "r" in the neon sign. There, that's better!
ReplyDeleteSince we have an Austin Martini - we gotta have The Jake Gyllenhaal martini (otherwise knows as Dreamy Blues). Something tells me this would have been a good substitue for the Aqua Velva in Zodiac: ;)
INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 oz white creme de cacao
1 1/2 oz blue curaçao
PREPARATION:
Pour the creme de cacao into a well-chilled cocktail glass.
Float the blue curaçao on top. :)
Jake gets the cream.
ReplyDeleteLMAO
^^Now you made me speechless, that wasn't what I meant! ;)
ReplyDeleteDestiny, that mojito sounds delish! :)
Gay marriage legal in CA and Jake comes back to LA the next day.
ReplyDeletewhirlwind said...
ReplyDeleteGay marriage legal in CA and Jake comes back to LA the next day.
Oh how I wish!
I will take a Miller Lite. Please!
What a week for Jake. His movie has been shut down a 2nd time, his beard's crew is spreading rumors about a marriage proposal(feeling the noose tighten, eh?) and he just found out he can marry the love of his life. Take some time to think. Make the right decision, Jake.
ReplyDelete^^Oh, if only!
ReplyDeleteYou got it, Tom - one Miller Lite! Drink up, people, I have a feeling we're going to need it! I may need a Molotov cocktail.
Blood orange mojitos are indeed delish, so are watermelons mojitos, or my personal favorite, watermelon margaritas, with chunks of fresh watermelon.
ReplyDeleteThat could be my new favorite, a Watermelon Margarita. I like Mango Margaritas too. ;)
ReplyDelete*settles in at end of OMG bar*
ReplyDeleteI'm knocking back shots of Bailey's between Austin martinis. Keep 'em coming, barkeep!
Seeing those pictures of Jake at LAX...I like to project, but he looks ready to flip over a piece of furniture and say "fuck it" to everything. I know, wishful thinking, but he does have his - what I now call them - "'give a shit" jeans on. Ha.
^^Oh I love those jeans - but I guess I couldn't blame him for looking a little PO'd about the Nailed situation -
ReplyDeleteRaise our glasses to CA, and Ellen and Portia, and to another certain couple! Cheers!
One bourbon one scotch one beer and shot of vodka never leads to anywhere good, only you carrying a giant bottle of Jim Beam around like its your baby and nobody's putting baby in the corner.
ReplyDeleteSpecial K and Wicked, this is your board and you two have done a great job at controlling how you want it to be with little censoring. However I just read some of the earliest post of the day, then I stopped because it reminded me of another board some months ago. Please don't let the bitter, always looking for something negative poster bombard this board. They will ruin this board and the bitterness will spread like a virus. Please......
ReplyDeleteposter = poster(s)
ReplyDeleteThanks eastcoast fan. But we don't do it alone, we do it with the help of all of you guys who come and comment. Everyone here helps in the direction of the blog. You help keep OMG the way it is by participating.
ReplyDeleteBut we don't drink alone, we do it with the help of all of you guys who keep on ordering ausinotsotinis and jakewalks. Everyone here helps coming up with more recipes and mixing the drinks in the direction of the blog. You help keep OMG drunk the way it is by participating.
ReplyDeleteBottoms up!!
funny lax caption-story
ReplyDelete^^LOL
ReplyDeleteLMAO bad seed, I guess that's what a funny caption and a couple of cocktails will do to you.
ReplyDeleteReese and Atticus:
ReplyDeletehttp://iheartjake.suddenlaunch.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=gyllenhaalics&num=1185960974&start=1560
guess reese knew jake was flying to la today and wanted to show him that yeah, she walks atti all the time. uh huh. *rolls eyes* poor atti looks like hes just so damn happy to be out he doesnt care who walks him.
ReplyDeletewhuts the roll thing on the leash?? a pet hair lint roller??
looks like one of the first things jake did was to go to the Brentwood mini-mart with Reesy.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.fadedyouthblog.com/32747/a-happy-ending-2/
Hate to say it but he looks like crap (and a tad sweaty)
There's got to be a shopping story to go with the seven-month marriage proposal build-up. And dog-walking. It wouldn't look DOMESTIC otherwise.
ReplyDeleteJust Jared: Photos: Flynetonline
ReplyDeleteThis one is great. LOL
Very pissed Reese