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e “Tipsy Palmer,” a version with vodka
added to the tea/lemonade combo later
became more commonly known as the
John Daly, named for another American
golfer.
While vodka typically brings the drink
up to adult status, other spirits work well
with the lemonade/iced tea blend, including
bourbon, a combination known as a
“Southern-style John Daly.”
One variation starts with vodka and then
splashes it with the half-and-half lemonade
iced tea drink. Substitute tequila for
the vodka, and you have what’s known as a
“Juan Daly.”
Even rum can be tasty. P.F. Chang serves
a version that it calls “Spiked Lemon Tea”
for which the “spike” is Cuzan Mango
Rum. e drink is quite sweet, masking
the alcoholic presence, so caution dictates
being careful with it as it’s far too easy to
knock back.
But back to the original, which never
was an alcoholic drink. It’s widely popular.
Arnie, after all, despite his nickname “e
King,” was a man of the masses. “Arnie’s
Army” was the golfer’s extensive and passionately
adoring fan base that followed
him from green to green. Palmer was every
bit as devoted to them as they to him.
When he received the Presidential Medal
of Freedom from George W. Bush in 2004,
it was reported that he stood outside the
White House and Capitol building signing
autographs. In 2012, he received the Congressional
Golf Medal and quipped that
at least the House and Senate could nd
something to agree on.
e King had his own Army but never
lost his geniality and his respect for the
common man, and remained one of them.
His website today sums it up simply: “A
Life Well Played.”
With or without spirits, hoist a glass or
two of Arnold Palmer to salute his legacy.
- Jane Garvey is a writer and wine
instructor living in Atlanta. She holds the
Certied Specialist of Wine credential and
has written and taught about wine for 25
years.
22 LAKE OCONEE LIVING | SPRING 2022
Ginger Palmer
2 oz Misunderstood Ginger Spiced Whiskey
2 oz sweet iced tea
2 oz fresh lemonade
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fresh mint and lemon.