Get Tipsy on: Ginginha

Like Port wine is famous in Porto, Lisbon has it's own alcohol which it is famous for. It's Ginginha (Ginjinha). A sweet cherry liquor. The Tipsy Gypsies have a lot of respect for traditions, especially the drinking ones, and we were told that it would be rude not to try the Ginginha, while in Portugal.  

Ginginha is hard to pronounce, but luckily for you Lisbon has many little bars, where all they serve is Ginja. Simply walk in and say how many you want.

How to drink Ginja? You can choose to drink Ginja from a frozen chocolate shot or a regular glass. With a cherry, or without. It's up to you! 

The verdict? One of us liked it, the other didn't. It's VERYYY sweet. It tasted a bit like the cherry liquor my Tipsy Gypsy grandma used to hide in her pantry.

We suggest indulging in a glass after dinner. The sweet little shot makes for a nice dessert and night cap. Whether you're a fan of sweet drinks or not, you must try it to insure a true Lisbon experience!

Get Tipsy on: Coconut Beer

Forget the Mai Tai, and other cliché cocktails with umbrellas in the glass, and drink some coconut beers in Hawaii. Yes, you read it correctly, they make beer from coconuts in Hawaii. This is exactly why they call the Islands a paradise. 

The coconut Porter, made by the Maui Brewing company, is nothing like you have ever tasted before. 

The coconut Porter has a creamy consistency, with a hint of sweetness with toasted coconut. OMG, Yasss!! Sometimes dark beers can be heavy, but this one is surprisingly refreshing. It makes it a perfect beer for a summer day or night.

The Coconut Porter is one of the best beers that The Tipsy Gypsies have tried, and we drink a lot of beer, so trust us.

Get few chilled Coconut Porters and head to the beach to catch the perfect wave or watch the sunset!

If you happen to be going to Maui, Hawaii anytime soon the Maui brewing company offers tours so make sure to stop by

http://mauibrewingco.com/discover_beer/coconut-hiwa-porter/

Aloha!