You have half a semester’s reading to catch up on before that midterm, you’re not quite reaching those lofty goals you set for the semester, its getting cold, and you don’t know what to do. For this installment of Drinking with Bwog, The Columbia Bartending Agency’s Matt Kalish brings you one method of dealing with the pressure. Remember, cope responsibly.

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Everyone’s got their own strategies for getting out of midterms, some more effective than others. For the bold and creative, we present a drink that hits the spot while leaving you feeling oddly satisfied; we call it Tie Me To the Bedpost (so I don’t have to take my midterm) :

Ingredients:

1/2 oz Malibu Rum
1/2 oz Melon Liqueur
1/2 oz Citron Vodka
1/2 oz Sour Mix

Shake, serve with ice, and remember to close the door behind you.

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