Purple Martin cocktail is a concoction of Malibu Rum, vodka, grape soda and a lemon squeeze.
For those who prefer an adult beverage as a nightcap, the Purple Martin is a sweet and refreshing treat.
Purple Martin is the California Clipper's signature drink. The Clipper opened at California and Augusta in 1937 and makes the auspicious claim of being "Chicago's only bar with grape soda in the gun".
Its own specialty drink to compliment the said grape soda is surprisingly delicious enough to ask for a second.
We who like to mix drinks at home do it for many reasons: First, it's cheaper than drinking out. Second, it's fun to mix your own drinks at home. Third, it's even more fun to mix drinks for other people at home.
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