Today we’re talking about the deliciousness of a whiskey sour but before I get there, let’s chat about something else. Do you have any suggestions on how to genuinely accept someone’s apology? Or more importantly, are there times when you don’t have to accept someone’s apology? I think both are valid questions and something I’ve grappled with at times.
My recent apology conundrum stems from someone saying something really thoughtless, insensitive and ignorant to me on Halloween (go figure). They wanted me to take it as a joke which made it even more awkward; it wasn’t funny at all. At the time, I really wish I had a whiskey sour in my hand to comfort me but I didn’t so life moved on. For days after it happened, I still thought about it. The audacity of someone to say something so seemingly insensitive just blew my mind – especially so early in the morning. How does your brain work that way at 7:30am?
Moving on, this person has since apologized to me. Apologies on the surface are admirable – if you’re saying it and you really mean it. I’ve apologized before (to friends, co-workers, John, etc.) so I understand what it’s like to come to a realization you’ve done something wrong or regretful and feel like you need to atone for your actions. I get it.
(promise I’m getting to the whiskey sour soon)
But what happens when you have a person in your life who constantly does hurtful things to you and they’re constantly apologizing – at what point do you become numb to their apologies? Or do you simply accept it and move on? [Note: This is not what happened in my case. I want to make it clear, the offense came from someone who is not in my life but someone I see around] Alternatively, if I understand the courage that comes with having to apologize (whether it’s to a stranger or someone you’re close with) should I take that into consideration when deciding to accept an apology? Other things I wonder:
- Do I have to accept the apology?
- Do I accept while also accepting the person is less than smart?
- Should I say ‘thank you’ while pointing out their offenses?
I don’t know if there’s a right or wrong answer but in this case, sipping a whiskey sour with peach jalapeño jam was how I resolved it later.
Whiskey sour: peach jalapeño
I’m not suggesting you should drink to solve your problems but in this instance, it worked (ha!). Whatever you’re experiencing this week, know that taking some “me time” in any capacity, can help you sort through your thoughts.
OK so why a peach jalapeño drink?
John and I purchased some homemade jam from our local farmer’s market and I was looking for ways to use it (don’t be surprised if you see it in a roasted chicken recipe soon). I love jam in cocktails – it adds sweetness and a little extra flavor. You can do this with any jam you have on hand: raspberry, peach, strawberry – anything! Typically whiskey sours are made with a splash of egg white. I decided against it. Do what you want.
I make no apologies for how delicious this is. Ready to make this drink?
Ingredients
- 2 oz whiskey
- Half of lemon, juiced
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- Spoonful of jam
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice; shake until the shaker is cold and frosty (about 20 seconds).
- Strain into a glass with ice.
