While visiting TGI Fridays to sample their latest food offerings, I had the chance to try out a selection of new cocktails from their "Power Pours" menu. This lineup, featuring seven cocktails with generous two-ounce pours, is designed to pack a flavorful punch. Here’s a breakdown of the drinks I tried, ranked in order of preference.
6. Strawberry Henny
- Ingredients: Hennessy V.S., Grand Marnier, sour, strawberry purée
While this cocktail is strong and enjoyable, the strawberry flavor tends to get overshadowed by the rich cognac. It still has a sweet and smooth overall taste.
5. Turbo Toro
- Ingredients: Patrón silver tequila, blue Curaçao, lime juice, passion fruit, Red Bull Tropical
A visually appealing blue cocktail that offers a tropical, mango-forward flavor. It’s light on the alcohol taste, making it easy to drink, especially in warmer weather.
4. The Late Checkout
- Ingredients: Bacardí Gold, Chambord, passion fruit, pineapple juice, lime juice, grenadine
This drink brings a twist to the classic Mai Tai, balancing fruity and sour flavors with a delightful mix of juices and a hint of raspberry from the Chambord.
3. Tito’s Thunderbolt
- Ingredients: Tito’s vodka, lemonade, Owen’s Transfusion Mix (grape juice and ginger ale)
This cocktail was a pleasant surprise, with its sweet-and-sour flavor profile. It’s refreshing and reminiscent of candy, making it playful and fun.
2. The eLITe
- Ingredients: Smirnoff vodka, New Amsterdam gin, Captain Morgan spiced rum, Grand Marnier, lemonade, Coca-Cola
A modern twist on the traditional Long Island iced tea. It’s nicely balanced and has a refreshing citrus profile, without being too heavy or syrupy.
1. FRI-YAY Rita
- Ingredients: Patrón silver tequila, agave sour, Grand Marnier, half-salt rim, lime squeeze
The classic margarita shines through in this cocktail. It’s well-balanced, not overly sweet, and embodies the perfect mix of tart and salty, making it a must-try for any margarita lover.
For those planning a visit to TGI Fridays soon, these cocktails are worth sampling, especially if you’re looking for bold flavors to accompany your meal.