One of the cocktails we tried at the Mary’s Birthday / “Margie Gras” celebration in Summer 2022, chosen because Margie had picked up a bottle of apricot liqueur she wanted to try. “Periodista” is Spanish for “journalist,” though this seems a bit fussy for the stereotypical newsman slamming back a drink while cynically commenting on the corruption around him. 

Ingredients:

• 1½ oz. rum*
• ½ oz. fresh lime juice
• ¼ oz. apricot liqueur
• ¼ oz. cointreau
• 1 tsp. simple syrup

Mix in an iced shaker, shake, and serve in a small cocktail glass.

*A light rum will provide a brighter flavor. A dark rum will create deeper, more nuanced notes. Try it both ways and decide for yourself!