Which drink goes with which movie?

[heidi]

wendywoowho and I were just discussing whether Xanadu is more of a beer movie or a pina colada film, and whether Grease II is more beer-friendly, and I opined that The Pirate Movie calls out for rum-based drinks (and PotC probably does too).

What alcoholic beverages match best with your favorite films?

ETA: This bit from circa 1976 Sesame Street made me very happy tonight.

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[enelya-oronar.livejournal.com]

Love Actually = wine

[sistermagpie.livejournal.com]

The last time I saw Grease 2 I went into a bit of a meltdown trying to make sense of the plot, so I'm not allowed to watch that one anymore.

I would definitely say Pina Coladas for Xanadu. Makes we want both right now.

I'm trying to think of what one would watch with the Grease-2 Level "Stayin' Alive." I would say 7 & 7 because that was Tony Manero's drink, but his character's so OOC in SA he probably would have switched to wine coolers or something.

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

The first thing that comes to mind, since I've been reading so much cyberpunk lately, is that you'd want some vodka right out of the freezer to watch "Blade Runner". Either that or a Japanese beer like Sapporo or Tsing Tao.

[weatherguy2000.livejournal.com]

With Xanadu, I would go for something light and fru-fru-y, like a Zima or a Mike's Hard *ade. I know they were created after 1980, but I think something light and fruity would go with that movie. Not that you asked. Wait, you did...

I like Wargames, and that's an obvious one: Mountain Dew
Fletch calls for a light beer. Fletch Lives for mint juleps. For Family Guy (not a movie, but something I enjoy watching), Sam Adams.

[wendywoowho.livejournal.com]

Love Actually = tons of scotch, washed down with tears.

[wendywoowho.livejournal.com]

Maybe vanilla cokes and pitchers of beer for Grease II? (The beer only during "Score Tonight," of course...) (ooo, maybe rum drinks during the tiki party?)

[wendywoowho.livejournal.com]

You did.

[lunalovegoddess.livejournal.com]

Lifesaver Martini for Xanadu
Definitely a Bahama Mama for The Pirate Movie
And I have to side with senor coconut... Max is of the gay, so a Cosmopolitan.

I'd toss back a few Welsh Dragons for the Torchwood series, though.
And for Heroes... you'll have to read my drabble. (to be posted)

[wendywoowho.livejournal.com]

Caddyshack = Fresca.

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

Dong ma! ;->

[wendywoowho.livejournal.com]

Practical Magic: Margaritas, and pina coladas.

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

Ooh, exactly what is in a Welsh Dragon, so I can get completely snockered on Saturday night?

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

Maybe Bartles & Jaymes? (sp?) I think that's the precursor to the Zima/Mike's phenomenon.

[heidi8.livejournal.com]

Lime/Coconut OTP!

[weatherguy2000.livejournal.com]

Yes! Wine coolers for the win!

Although for that movie, I probably wouldn't choose the brand that has as its spokesmodels two old men.

FWIW, on my 22nd birthday (in college), I drank a 2L bottle of Sun Country wine cooler. It cost me $2.

[wendywoowho.livejournal.com]

You knows it, babe.

[wendywoowho.livejournal.com]

Rum punch for Mary Poppins!

Hot toddies for It's A Wonderful Life!

Tequila shots for The Truth About Cats And Dogs!

[weatherguy2000.livejournal.com]

I think it's like a Screaming Viking, but without the cucumber.

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

=:-O

Now I *have* to know what it is.

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

*instantly drops dead of extreme old age*

Hey, I could be a B&J spokesmodel now! I totally forgot about Sun Country. I was a B&J girl myself.

Okay, now that just sounded bad...

[siriusslash.livejournal.com]

Sixteen Candles=Beer in solo cups. Or Vodka and Tonic. I don't know why though. Just seems appropriate.

Definetly Pina Colada or Mai Tai for Xanadu. And anything other than rum or mead for pirate movies would just be criminal.

[scoreboard.livejournal.com]

Casablanca demands bourbon. Straight. I mean, sure, you could knock down Countreau straight or champagne cocktails or French 75s at the appropriate moment, but let's face it, it cries out for straight rotgut.

Hot Fuzz wants pint after pint of Newcastle Brown Ale. For that matter, so does V for Vendetta. Hm...

[freckles42.livejournal.com]

Sex on the beach for A New Hope (for Tatooine).
White Russians for the Empire Strikes Back (for Hoth).
Grasshoppers for Return of the Jedi (for Yoda!).

Rum and cokes for those pirate movies.

Whisky for Braveheart and Rob Roy

Scotch for Highlander.

Mead (if you can get it) for Kingdom of Heaven, King Arthur, etc.

Wine and vicodins for The Passion of the Christ.

Strawberry Daiquiries for Kaylee when watching Firefly. Otherwise, something chinese.

ούζο (Ouzo) for My Big Fat Greek Weddint (the trick is to see if you can keep up with the guests!). OR something made with HIPNOTIQ or blue curaçao (for the windex!).

Irish whisky for The Boondock Saints. Or perhaps Bloody Orange Screwdrivers (in honour of the beaten up/killed Russian mob folks).

I could go on and on, but I think that's a good start. :D

[aome.livejournal.com]

I tend to get stuck with Cool Rider in my head, myself. :D

[heidi8.livejournal.com]

I'm not sure how officially accurate it is, but the combination they use at the Rose & Crown Pub at Epcot calls for peach Schnapps, Melon liqueur, Creme de menthe, orange juice, and pineapple juice. And since that's the only place I've ever had it...

[weatherguy2000.livejournal.com]

[lunalovegoddess.livejournal.com]

At Walt Disney World, you can order a Welsh Dragon at the UK pavilion. However, it is fairly simple to make at home. The key is proportion.
You start with equal parts orange juice and pineapple juice, about 3 oz each. Gently combine 1/2 oz of each: Creme De Menthe liquer, Midori (melon liquer) and Peach Schnapps. Swirl together until the concoction is a nice minty green and serve over ice.
On a hot day, the citrus and mint are very refreshing, and keep the melon from overpowering the drink.

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

Your icon made me LOL. ;->

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

Sounds tasty, but I'm not sure exactly what makes that *Welsh*. *grins*

[aome.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I can't take credit - it's by samiamicons - but I love it, too. When I had to cut back to 6 icons (from 51) after my paid account ran out, I had to keep it. :D

[roguebitch.livejournal.com]

Well, of COURSE you did! ;-D

[athenienne.livejournal.com]

Grease 2 just makes me want a hamburger. With lots of ketchup. (Michael ALMOST taking a bite of that burger may have kick started puberty for me.)

The Cutting Edge calls for hot chocolate with Bailey's.

Pretty In Pink should be accompanied by spiked prom punch. Or any fruit-flavored wine that comes in a twist-cap bottle.

[momebie.livejournal.com]

It is all about Hedwig and the Angry Inch and Knock You Naked Margaritas!!

[montisello.livejournal.com]

Oh, see, I was drinking Guinness during Hot Fuzz, but you're right, the Newcastle would have been much better. What about Shaun of the Dead? Something on tap at the Winchester...

[sistermagpie.livejournal.com]

OMG, I have always ADORED that orange singing Carmen. I remember being fascinated by it as a kid.