Use of Weapons by Iain M. Banks and a 'Revolver' (SciFi and Mixology 4)
Channel: Peter Allen
Date: 15/11/2021

Allen Lab Vlog 318, 11/14/2021 
Let's fix a Revolver (Cocktail) and talk about Use of Weapons by Iain M. Banks. I'll leave out spoilers. A revolver is a variant on an Old Fashioned. We're going to replace the simple syrup with Kahlua, a sweet coffee liqueur. Garnish with lemon zest if you like. Quick and easy, very accessible, spirit forward but balanced. The revolver reflects the theme of the book: Use of Weapons. Everything is a weapon, if you're smart and have a certain moral flexibility. 

My recipe for a Revolver:
2 ounces Irish Whiskey (or substitute bourbon)
0.5 ounces Kahlua 
2 dashes Angostura bitters
Stir
Pour over ice
Garnish with lemon zest