Fire it Up

Written by Bakersfield Magazine

Long has the five o’clock rule been abandoned and the stiff traditions of clinking high balls. New fusion cocktails and mixology make for interesting imbibing, and Firehouse has a top-tested drink that is nothing short of intriguing.

The name: the Green Machine. The number of ingredients: six. The flavor: surprisingly light and perfect for summer.

The Green Machine

• Sweet and Sour Mix
• Pineapple Juice
• Absolut Citron
• Malibu Rum
• 99 Bananas
• Midori

General Manager Trevor Crowder explained, “it’s got the best of both worlds,” in reference to the alcohol to taste ratio. The proof may be high but it’s not evident in the faintly sweet and refreshing flavor.

The Green Machine is a drink that Crowder has worked with long before Firehouse and he hopes it will be a successful addition to the menu.

“Everyone who has tried it loves it,” he added.

The firehouse décor and red suspenders donned by the servers in this mega sports bar are in place to pay homage to the Bakersfield Fire Department. And that overarching restaurant theme is obvious in this concoction’s curious name.

“The Green Machine” plays into the notion of firetrucks and machinery, you know, guy stuff. Plus, Crowder added, “anything that rhymes is cool.”

Firehouse is coming out with an entirely new drink menu and the Green Machine will make its debut. Crowder said his favorite thing about the drink is, “when I make it, I know people are going to have one of the best drinks they’ve ever had.”

Article appeared in our 28-2 Issue - June 2011