Orange Whip from The Blues Brothers (1980)

Movie Mixology

This week, Movie Mixology "mash potatoes" through an episode on 1980's "The Blues Brothers." John Landis' SNL-comedy classic never fails to put a big grin on these hosts' faces. Or, maybe that's just the delicious Orange Whips? 🍊 Pat and Marissa will get into all the musical shenanigans of Akroyd and Belushi's titular soul band, discussing topics such as the difficulties of being professional musicians and the memorable renditions of American rhythm and blues songs. So, get out your favorite pair of dancing shoes and come along with us for another fun episode!

MR. MERCER: (to Troopers) "Who wants an orange whip? Orange whip? Orange whip? (to a nearby Officer) Three orange whips!"

Jake and Elwood make an Entrance. On stage, Curtis spots Jake and Elwood and gets the all clear to start the intro.

Orange Whip recipe

1oz white rum

1oz vodka

0.5oz tripe sec

4oz Orange Juice

2oz Heavy Cream

Combine all ingredients into cocktail shaker with crushed ice and shake

Strain into Collins glass or milkshake glass and garnish with orange slice

Recipe from "How to Drink": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca7UoDT5TKo

Great article on filming of the movie: https://www.thedailybeast.com/dan-aykroyd-on-how-cocaine-fueled-the-blues-brothers-and-aretha-franklins-iconic-performance