Hair of the Dog
Whether you’re seeking a morning-after remedy or simply a refreshing cocktail, this lavender-infused vodka is the perfect pick-me-up
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Have you ever sipped one too many cocktails, only to have someone suggest “the hair of the dog” the next day? This saying has become so embedded in our language that we rarely stop to question its origins — we just want the hangover to disappear. Dating back to the times of Hippocrates, it stems from the idea of treating like with like. A rabid dog bite was thought to be cured with a few hairs from the mad dog. Treating a hangover with a bit of alcohol follows the same principle.
Daufuskie Distillery, which opened in 2014, initially focused on producing high-quality rum. Recently, it expanded its line to include two sugar-cane vodkas called “Hair of the Dog,” available in regular and blueberry-lavender flavors. Owner and master distiller Anthony Chase, a self-proclaimed Army brat, emphasizes creating an American-made product. From still to bottle, every ingredient in the Daufuskie Distillery lineup is American-made. The fact that it’s crafted on a secluded island adds to the product’s uniqueness.
Whether you need a morning-after remedy or just a refreshing cocktail, I recommend the Hair of the Dog Blueberry Lavender Vodka. Experience it in the following ways:
Mule: 3 ounces HOD Blueberry Vodka, ginger beer, ice fresh mint and blueberries.
Martini: 3 ounces HOD Blueberry Vodka, 1 ounce fresh lemon juice, dash of simple syrup, served up with a twist.
Corpse Revival: A twist on the iconic bartender’s hangover cure — 1 ounce HOD Blueberry Vodka, 1 ounce lemon juice, 1 ounce Cointreau, 1 ounce Lillet Blanc. Swirl a dash of absinthe in a chilled martini glass before pouring in the shaken ingredients. Serve with a twist.
Daufuskie Distillery’s Hair of the Dog Blueberry Lavender Vodka (40% ABV) is a true craft spirit, infused with an all-natural simple syrup that imparts a distinctive and natural flavor profile. Taste it at the distillery bar on Daufuskie, or find it at Rollers, Reilley’s, Bill’s and other locally owned liquor stores.
