10 Unique Cocktails that Scream ‘Lubbock Texas’

These ten cocktails fit a variety of palates, and all scream 'Lubbock Texas'.

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The Buddy Holly 

Of course, we have to start with a drink named after the Lubbock legend, Buddy Holly.

• 2 oz. 1941 Craft Vodka
• 2 oz. pineapple juice
• 2 oz. splash of club soda
• Combine in glass with ice, stir, enjoy.

Tornado 

Because it will mess you up if you aren't careful, this is the Tornado.

• 1 ounce rum
• 1 ounce tequila
• 1 ounce vodka
• 1 ounce whiskey
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 2 ounces cola
• Stir liquor and sugar together, add ice, top with cola, enjoy.

Dirty Shirley 

Just like bar hopping on Broadway, its sweet, but also a little dirty. This is the Dirty Shirley.

• 2 ounces vodka
• 1 ounce grenadine
• 8 ounces lemon-lime soda
• 1 maraschino cherry
• Combine ingredients in glass with ice, enjoy.

Tumbleweed

While it seems fun at the start, it'll sneak up on you. This is the Tumbleweed.

• 1/2 oz Frangelico Hazelnut Liqueur
• 1/2 oz Brandy
• 1/2 oz Coffee Liqueur
• 1/2 oz White Creme de Cacao
• 1 oz Cream
• Shake with ice, strain into chilled glass, enjoy.

Southern Sour 

A twist on a classic cocktail, you know nothing is better than a fresh peach on a hot summer's day. This is the Southern Sour.

• 1 part of whiskey
• 1 part of peach liqueur
• 1 cup of lemon-lime soda
• Combine ingredients in glass with ice, stir, enjoy.

Ranch Water 

A classic to enjoy on your porch, the Ranch Water.

• 1 1/2 ounces blanco tequila
• 1/2 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed
• Topo Chico, chilled, to top (about 6 ounces)
• Combine ingredients in glass with ice, stir, combine.

Texas Tea

If there are two things Lubbock love the most, it's Texas and Tea.

• 1/2 ounce blanco tequila
• 1/2 ounce bourbon whiskey
• 1/2 ounce gin
• 1/2 ounce light rum
• 1/2 ounce vodka
• 1/2 ounce triple sec
• 1 ounce sour mix
• Cola (about 2 ounces)
• Combine ingredients in glass with ice, stir well, enjoy.

Dusty Rose 

While the flowers might look pretty now, they will be covered in dust in no-time. This is the Dusty Rose.

• 1 part Cherry brandy
• ½ part White Crème de cacao
• 2 parts Heavy whipping cream
• Shake with ice, strain into chilled glass, enjoy.

Texas Gentleman 

A true gentleman enjoys his whiskey and a cup of joe. So, why not mix them together with the Texas Gentleman?

• 2 parts TX Whiskey
• 0.5 part coffee liqueur
• 3 dashes chocolate bitters
• Combine in glass with ice, garnish with orange peel, enjoy.

Chilton 

We have to finish strong with THE Lubbock drink, the Chilton.

• 2 oz vodka
• Juice of two lemons (about 1.5 oz)
• 5-6 oz soda
• Combine ingredients in glass with ice (salt rim if desired), enjoy.