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A few months ago, the people who represent a few fine libations sent me samples of their clients work to play with, taste test and give my viewpoint. Although a Brit, I am not a huge drinker, but I do like a glass of something every now and then and love to mix it up in order to invent something new.

I've taken my time with these drinks. Carried them to dinner parties, intimate music shows and the ubiquitous girls night out. Overall the reaction was positive. So for the next few weeks, I am going to post a weekend libation for you to try out at your own whim. The first in this series is what I like to call, the <em>Icelandic Sunrise</em>.
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You will need:

<a href="http://reyka.com/">Reyka Vodka*</a>
Mango based fruit smoothie ( I prefer <a href="http://bolthouse.com/our-products/beverages/smoothies/c-boost/detail">Bolthouse Farms C-Boost Smoothie</a> )
Frozen Blueberries &amp; Cherries
Touch of Orange Juice

Half fill your favourite Old-Fashiond glass with Mango smoothie. Add a shot of Reyka Vodka and stir.
In a blender whizz a handful of frozen blueberries and cherries. They will look like chopped fruit NOT runny. Slowly add orange juice ( about two tablespoons at a time ), until the mixture is thick yet more liquid than solid.
Gently spoon the icy,berry mixture into center of the mango/vodka concoction.
Add a straw and serve.

The frozen berries add a nice crispiness to the thick mango smothie. The Vodka provides a kick - a real sunrising.

*Yes I was comp'ed the booze, but let's face it. If I didn't like it, I wouldn't write about it.