Name: Harvey Wallbanger · Cocktail recipe
Prep time: 3 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 50 ml Vodka; 120 ml Orange juice; 15 ml Galliano; 1 orange slice (for garnish); 1 piece Maraschino Cherry (for garnish)

Drink type Servings

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Harvey Wallbanger

Description

The Harvey Wallbanger is a bright and citrusy cocktail that became popular in the 1970s, though it was reportedly created in 1952 by California bartender Donato "Duke" Antone. The drink is essentially a Screwdriver (vodka and orange juice) with a float of Galliano, an Italian herbal liqueur that adds a subtle vanilla and spice complexity.

Legend has it that the cocktails name comes from a surfer named Harvey who was known for "banging into walls" after drinking a few too many. While its history is debatable, the drink remains a nostalgic favourite with a smooth, citrusy taste and an aromatic finish.

Ingredients

50 ml Vodka
120 ml Orange juice
15 ml Galliano
1 orange slice (for garnish)
1 piece Maraschino Cherry (for garnish)

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the juice and vodka.

Instructions

Fill tall glasses with ice cubes.
Add: 50 ml Vodka, 120 ml Orange juice. Give each glass one gentle stir.
Float the following by pouring slowly over the back of a spoon held just above each drink: 15 ml Galliano.
Finish with: 1 orange slice, 1 piece Maraschino Cherry.