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UTSA streetstyle

Study tips

Make it rain

Drink recipes

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ContentsStyle4 UTSA streetstyle

Taste15 Pour it up

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Living6 Roommates11 The cheat sheet

Health13 Don’t sweat it

Finance12 Make it rain

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UTSA STREETSTYLE:fashion around campus

Plenty of students at UTSA have some interest ing fashion choices.Paisano Plus contr ibutors , A lysha Ga l lagher and Teia Herrera went on the

hunt and asked, “What does fashion mean to you?” Here are some responses:

“I don’t think I have style. If I could raid any-one’s wardrobe, it’d be Edith Head’s costume designs for films in the late 40s and 50s.”

Dr. Cynthia Hawkins

“My style reflects my personality.”

Zakiyyah Joyner

Valencia Davis“I have a sportycasual style.”

Darrick Watkins

“GQ.”

“If the eyes are the window to the soul, your glasses should be the lifetime movie.”

Andrew Fernandez

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Benga Oduniyi

“Diverse.”

Danika Simpson“Relaxed.”

Bria Banks-Cooper“My style is usually all black meets a little girly.”

Michaela Hillis

“My style is a cozy mix of things I’ve made and things I like.”

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1Living with strangers definitely comes with some risks; however sometimes liv-ing with your closest friends can be a bad as well — the struggle is real. These

are the types of roommates you may encounter during your college years.

ROOMMATES

The Food Thief

If one of your roommates keeps “accidentally”

eating your food — even though your initials are

clearly written in very visible, bold Sharpie — call

the refrigerator police. You are living with the

Food Thief. Okay, don’t literally call the police,

but do call your roommate out in a mature, calm

manner. At first, go about it in a way that makes

it seem like you are assuming it was an accident,

but don’t be overly accusing. However, if this be-

havior continues, you’ll need to be stern. Nobody

comes between a human and their food — espe-

cially another human.

The Messy One

Some people have no problem with messi-

ness and that’s their prerogative — you know

who you are. These messy acts may have been

tolerated at home, but now you have a new

person or group of people to attempt to live

harmoniously with. You don’t have to become

Mr. or Mrs. Clean, but get in the habit of do-

ing your dishes before they become a science

experiment, cleaning your bathroom periodi-

cally and keeping the mess in your bedroom

to a minimum. If you encounter living with

a Messy One, make sure to chat with them

about messes in the common shared areas.

You aren’t responsible for the upkeep of their

bathroom or bedroom — unless you share.

The Early BirdFirst, we have the Early Bird. Whether it’s early to bed or early to rise (or both), it’s important to establish grounds for respect from both parties in these situations. If your Early Bird has 8 a.m. classes and you don’t get home from work until 2 a.m., establish quiet hours and be clear about when they are. Make sure to let each other know if one of you gets too noisy. 2

The Night OwlIf you’ve ever woken up at 4 a.m. to the sound of your roommate stumbling around in the kitchen, laughing at the show he or she is watching on Netfllix or just being clumsy, you probably have the Night Owl on your hands. These situations are easily avoid-able with a simple conver-sation with the Night Owl and an investment in a noisy fan. 4

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The Wild One

These types of roommates tend to appear

during the first stages of one’s young

college life. The newfound freedom and

sense of independence is too much for

some to handle. When you live with the

Wild One, be prepared to be dragged into

their shenanigans. Waking up to them

crashing through the front door drunk

at 4:30 in the morning; repeatedly telling

them to cease some of the “recreational”

activities they do in the apartment; and

hearing about the tornado of drama

constantly engulfing them are a few issues

that may need to be handled. The best

way to be prepared is to stay out of their

dramatic wake and to know when it’s

necessary to get Dorm R.A.s or another

higher authority involved.

The Quiet OneEver been in your apartment and felt hesitant to do something noisy or have a personal conversation because you aren’t sure if you’re alone? If so, you definitely live with the Quiet One. Their door is always closed and it startles you to actually see them spending time in the common area. This is when you have to be conscious of your volume and lifestyle. Don’t feel compelled to be stealthy all the time, but also make sure you don’t become the Wild One simply be-cause the Quiet One probably won’t approach you about the issue.

The Perfect OneDo they exist? Probably not – but if you find someone that comes close, don’t let them go. You may find that you’re meant to live alone because you are the perfect roommate. For economical reasons though, it will typically be wiser to have at least one or two roomies. Usually, when you and your roommates have differ-ent schedules and friend circles, it’s pretty easy to get along. Do your dishes and take out the trash. Don’t leave your laundry in the washing machine for lengthy amounts of time and always be considerate when leav-ing early or coming home late and you’ll be sure to avoid any problems.

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The Clean FreakThe only thing worse than a slob might be the Neat Freak. Incessantly cleaning — or demanding that you incessantly clean — is not going to fly. This is where you both need to compromise. If the Clean Freak insists on hav-ing the common area absolutely clean, set up a reasonable schedule. No need to bust out an old toothbrush to scrub the floors. If, however, that is their style, then they can be responsible for being that thorough. The basic rules of cleanliness involve picking up visible messes, being responsible for your dishes and general upkeep like mopping and wiping countertops.

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o, these are the girls,” Andrew, UTSA sopho-more finance major says, gesturing to

his collection of blowpipes. “They all have names — they’re all differ-ent.”

“That’s Carmen; she was my first pipe,” he says pointing to a colorful blue and yellow swirled glass pipe.

“This is Medusa,” he says, picking up a long thin double-point blowpipe. “She was my second pipe. She’s a she-demon. One hit can turn a man to stone.”

Altogether, Andrew’s collection includes four blowpipes, an herb grinder, a blunt or two and a stash jar to hold his cannabis. Next to the pharmaceutical Rx symbol the label reads “For recreational use. Toke as needed.”

“I’m super nerdy about weed,” Andrew says.Since the summer following his freshman

year at UTSA, Andrew has smoked marijuana — though he prefers the more technical term “cannabis.”

He’s not alone in the use. The long-term Monitoring the Future project, sponsored by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), conducted a national survey on drug use of college students between the ages of 19 to 55. In 2013, the survey revealed that 1 in 20 college students had near-daily marijuana use — the highest rate in the past three decades.

Out of the 20 people, Andrew is the smoking statistic.

A full-time student, who takes 15 hours and works two jobs, Andrew still finds time for near-daily marijuana use, usually in the evenings.

Marijuana has the infamous effects of being a mood-changer. Becoming happy, relaxed and open-minded: all reasons Andrew claims mari-juana helps people more than it hinders them.

There are varying views of these “feel-good” effects. According to NIDA, marijuana causes “altered perceptions and mood, impaired coor-dination, difficulty with thinking and problem solving, and disrupted learning and memory.” All relatively negative-sounding effects that frequent marijuana users, such as Andrew, are trying to debunk.

You can usually find Andrew with his hair

slicked back, wearing a nicely fitted button-down shirt paired with dark-wash pants and Warby Parker-style glasses. His looks do not correlate with a stereotype stoner — hoodie, red eyes, vapid speech and a look of dismay.

Andrew wants no association with the term “stoner.” He prefers to be referred to as a “can-nabis enthusiast” or a person who considers marijuana use as a lifestyle, not just a hobby.

“The fact that I’m stigmatized because I hap-pen to smoke marijuana is ridiculous,” Andrew says. “Cannabis is such a beautiful plant. The connections you can make with yourself — you find out a lot about yourself, you find out a lot about other people.”

The list of activities Andrew takes part in when he is high is extensive, impressive and sometimes worrisome. He does everything: clean his apartment, does laundry, talks to his parents or supervisor, waits tables, studies, attends to class, takes tests or quizzes and even drives.

Describing a simple activity such as reading for a marketing class, he explains that “with weed, or cannabis, everything is so much more fun.”

Besides enjoying the obvious effects of mari-

juana, Andrew has a deeply rooted motive for using marijuana. He suffers from anxiety and depression. Andrew has visited psychiatrists, counselors and has gone through the usual pharmaceutical route. Nothing works.

“There was a point my freshman year when I would have a panic attack two or three times a day, everyday. It was unmanageable,” Andrew says. “So with bud [marijuana], it just helps. It makes me more relaxed. It helps me love me a little more.”

So how bad can marijuana be if it helps people like Andrew become a better version of himself?

Dr. Jennifer Sharpe Potter, an associate pro-fessor in the department of psychiatry and an-esthesiology at the University of Texas Health Science Center (UTHSC), explains there are possible consequences to keep in mind when using marijuana. “Believe it or not there are a lot of people who run into problems.”

Potter explains that roughly 1 in 10 people who use marijuana will develop a substance use disorder — their marijuana use gets to a point where they’re not able to stop.

With help of a NIDA grant, Potter has been able to research treatments for marijuana use

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disorders. Potter explains problems that have been

associated with marijuana use occur when addictive signals begin. Spending more time thinking of, trying to get, or using marijuana; or knowing it’s causing physical or psychological problems but using it anyway are all warning signs of addictive behavior.

This is not to say that marijuana is either good or evil, but needs further analysis in terms of use, access, benefits and disadvantages. “There’s a dif-ference between a law and science,” Potter says. “The law has determined that there’s a medical benefit, and we see marijuana being used medici-nally, so we know it offers some pain relief.”

Legalization of marijuana isn’t enough to become a societal norm. As with any drug, the research process looks at all possible angles. “It’s a very intriguing plant…the difficulty is that there has not been enough research,” she says.

How can one of the most wildly debated topics of legalization in a country not be adequately researched?

“I think it’s money, but I also think it’s a cultural issue,” Potter says. “The U.S. government and our society have conflicting feelings about marijuana. And that has made it difficult.”

Potter explains that the legal aspect of marijuana use can be confusing to people. “There’s a difference between whether we legalize it or not and whether it’s addictive or not,” she says.

The road to legal marijuana use — me-dicinally and recreationally — is going to take time.

Marijuana studies are conducted in highly controlled environments. Growing the plant, determining the right dosage and how it affects certain people and certain health conditions, takes enormous amounts of time and money.

“It is so difficult to obtain marijuana for the purposes of research that we don’t know enough,” she says. Marijuana hasn’t been a national priority for research funding; therefore,

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scientists have been less willing to tackle the questions and research.

So what are the priorities?According to NIDA’s Fiscal Year 2015 Fund-

ing Priorities Report, most of its funding is invested in HIV/AIDS research. Projects for prevention, treatment, understanding HIV/AIDS better and training future AIDS re-searchers are priorities on both a domestic and international level.

Comparing HIV/AIDS research to marijuana research, most would guess that marijuana wouldn’t have a fighting chance.

Which leaves Andrew, a person who believes he benefits from marijuana yet can’t legally obtain it in Texas, left playing the waiting game. With lack funding to support research, and a lack of research to support legalization, time may be his biggest enemy.

“Right now, I don’t even want legalization,” Andrew says. “If I could have decriminalization I’d be satisfied.”

According to the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), marijuana decriminalization has been enacted in 18 states, so far. Marijuana possession in small doses is treated as a mere traffic viola-tion and cannot include jail time. The citation, almost like a speeding ticket, is equivalent to a slap on the wrist.

“There are way too many people in jail for possession of cannabis,” Andrew says. “I know

for a fact that a lot of people smoke. It’s [a so-cietal norm] more like, ‘You don’t do that? You haven’t smoked?’”

Andrew raises a valid point.According to the Monitoring the Future proj-

ect sponsored by NIDA, 51 percent of college students try illicit drugs in their lifetimes. Of all the illicit drugs, marijuana has been the most used in the 34 years Monitoring the Future has tracked college students’ substance use.

Potter explains that, just like with alcohol, smoking marijuana is seen as the typical sort of risk-taking behavior for most young people. “If you talk to people in certain places in San An-tonio, there’s a perception that it’s easier to get than alcohol,” she says. “It’s fairly inexpensive, all things considered, and there’s a network you can get it from.”

Alcohol — the other college drug — has seemed to bridge the gap between two people from different worlds.

“How many cases have you heard dealing with domestic violence, rape, murder and car crashes are associated with alcohol? A lot,” Andrew says. “The only thing I want to beat up when I’m high is a hamburger.”

Andrew doesn’t think that marijuana is com-pletely innocent, though. “You can get high and be stupid, just like with alcohol — which is just like legalized poison — but this [cannabis] is a natural herb,” he says.

On this point Andrew and Potter find com-

mon ground.“Alcohol is a toxin, it’s just a socially accept-

able toxin,” says Potter. But Potter’s view includes one very impor-

tant, often overlooked, point.“[With marijuana] The vast majority of

people will light up or smoke it, or eat it and won’t have trouble — just like with alcohol,” Potter says. “Some people will have trouble, and those people will need treatment.”

The ongoing marijuana legalization debate seems never-ending or exhausted at times, but Potter claims that there is a silver lining. “It’s [legalization debate] has made a lot of people talk about marijuana use and how we feel about it.”

The debate may be the spark to further mari-juana research and encourage a more informed public. Based on funding and the popular nega-tive public opinion, though, the results may take time.

Despite the complicated and long road to marijuana use, Andrew remains optimistic. “With legalization, the ‘cannabis enthusiast’ vs. ‘stoner’ [cultures] will come into light,” Andrew says. “I kind of want to be in the forefront of that.”

Words: Jade CuevasPhoto: Marcus Connolly

*The student’s name in this article has been changed for confidentiality reasons.

The cheat sheet.Spring is a great time for college students. It’s the start of a new year and a new semester, which means

students from all over the country get a fresh start. It also means now’s the perfect time to break in new study habits; make sure you start — and finish — the semester off right. Here’s a list of five must have’s

and must do’s for when you are studying that are sure to keep both you and your GPA on point.

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Go cold turkey:This semester’s must-have app, Cold Turkey, is an amazing, free program dedicated to shutting down your procrastination habits one social network at a time. After installation, users can pick websites for the app to block and control the duration of the block. The program denies access to these sites across all users and com-puter browsers, preventing you from trying to sneak a five-minute (or more likely 20-minute) Facebook break. Cold Turkey also has tons of other features. If you buy the pro-version, you can setup block schedules for other apps like addicting games (i.e. Trivia Crack).

Chew some gum:It sounds simple, but it’s urban legend that chewing a certain flavor of gum while studying, then chewing that same flavor during a test, will help improve your memory of the mate-rial. This is because you associate flavor with the material, thus making it easier to recall the information. Turns out this is true — or at least partially. Studies show that the act of chewing stimulates your brain, increases your heart rate, blood pressure and cerebral blood flow, making it easier for you to process and memorize new information. However, using your muscles to

chew also takes up some of that new found processing power, which is why researchers rec-ommend chewing before studying. The positive benefits last for 15 to 20 minutes afterwards, which is just enough time to get in a good study session or to knock out a test.

Order some sushi:Sashimi, Tempura, Unagi — the list of op-tions is practically endless! Stocked full with omega-3 fatty acids, fish is a great study food that boosts your brainpower and concentra-tion. Eating it before studying is a tasty way to improve both your ability to memorize new information and your woverall health. But if fish isn’t your thing, try eating some nuts, blue-berries or dark chocolate instead, since all three come with the same benefits. Studying never tasted so good.

Take a walk:As with chewing gum, walking is another way to get your blood—and your mind— pumping. Exercising increases blood flow and stimulates your mind, making you feel more refreshed and energized. Researchers recommend 15 to 20 minute workout sessions before studying or test taking in order to get your mind function-

ing at its highest level. Even more, the type of work-out is entirely up to you. Dancing, swim-ming and biking are all great options to get you started, but you can choose just about anything so long as it gets your heart rate up.

Take a break:There’s a reason the reward system has been used for so long. Research has shown that studying in 20 to 30 minute sessions with brief, internment breaks results in higher perfor-mance than longer, “binge” sessions. Breaking information up into smaller, easy-to-manage, chunks gives your mind more time to process it, which helps you retain it better in the long run. Taking breaks also helps you keep your morale up, since every break is a reward for all your hard work.

State of mind:In the end, the most important thing to do when studying is to stay positive. It’s easy to get stressed when there’s a big test or final on the horizon, but don’t let those negative feelings weigh you down. Instead, focus your energy on developing these healthy study habits so that at the end of the semester, you’ll have a GPA — and a state of mind — you can be proud of.

Stick to a budgetIt can be hard to stick to budgets

that you set in place for yourself, especially if the goals are unattainable or if the time frame is too long. Set weekly budgets, instead of monthly budgets to keep yourself more on track. Know yourself, and know your weak points. The first week you start a budget, pick something small that you will give up for that week.

A great example would be Starbucks. Don’t spend count-less dollars a week on a fancy coffee drink. Find a cost-effec-tive solution such as buying your own coffee pot and coffee beans. In the long run this will save you lots of money and could probably pay for itself in the first week.

Make a calendarLife can get complicated.

School, exams, papers and a job can be distracting from paying your bills on time. Students have to worry about tuition, car payments, rent, Internet and cable bills.

To avoid late fees or dam-ages to your credit, make and hang up a calendar with reminders on your laptop or phone to make sure you avoid

extra costs and pay those bills on time.

Grocery shopInstead of fast food — which

is not only expensive but also unhealthy — try to grocery shop

and prepare your own food at home. It does require some extra time, but the

results will not only lead to a healthier lifestyle but also a larger bank account.

People who prepare all their food for the week on Sundays don’t have to worry about cooking throughout the week. This may work for your busy schedule. If you’re not a

cook, simply making sandwiches at home is better than buying a burger down the street.

Clip couponsYou don’t have to devote 30 hours of your

week to clipping coupons, but taking a mere 10 minutes before your next grocery store trip can make a huge difference. Look at the vendor coupons offered online. You can save about $8-$10 a week by looking online for a few minutes before grocery shopping. It’s simple and easy way to save money each week, that will add up over time.

Avoid driving at all costsParking is already a nightmare. If you live

in an apartment near campus that offers shuttle service, don’t pay for the overpriced parking permit. Take the shuttle! It’s the cheapest way to get to and from class. You already pay a transportation fee in your tu-ition, so you might as well get your money’s worth.

Not too keen on public transportation? There’s always a trusty bike to help you get to and from campus and other near-by locations. You’ll be killing two birds with one stone: saving money and getting in a workout.

If you must buy a permit, see if you and your roommate or friend have a similar class schedule and want to split it.

Sale and clearance ONLYNever pay full price for clothes. For best

possible deal, buy winter clothes in the spring and spring or summer clothes in the winter.

Look online for coupons and only buy clothes that are reasonable for your budget. Buying clothes on sale or clearance makes all the difference. That cute shirt you see at the mall will eventually end up on the clear-ance rack.

If you need to buy furniture, look online for good deals. There are many discount warehouses that will sell brand new furni-ture for a fraction of the cost. Also don’t be afraid to look at gently used items for your apartment.

Make it rainAfter the holiday season, tuition and other expenses of the New Year, your bank account may seem a little less full then you would like. Saving money can be frustrat-ing, but with these simple tips it’ll be easy and you’ll be

able to keep more pennies in your piggy bank.

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DO stretch thoroughly before and after a workout. Your muscles need to be prepared. Stretching “wakes up” the body and gets the blood flowing, allowing you to be more flexible and less likely to pull a muscle.

10 to 15 minutes is more than enough to get you going. Post-workout stretching is equally important: your body has been put under stress, so it needs something to help it relax. Don’t skip stretching!

DO have a goal in mind. Whether this goal is specific (i.e. losing a certain percentage of body fat) or non-specific (i.e. maintaining a healthy physique), having a goal lays a path for you to follow.

It is much easier to establish a routine that you can stick to if you make a goal for yourself.

DO establish a routine. A major reason resolu-tions are often broken is because people don’t stay on course. Make your routine is a definite part of your day. It’s far easier to reach a goal if you stay consistent. In the end, it will be worth all your time and effort.

DO mix up your workouts. Though you may have a set time of when to workout, don’t do the exact same workout every time. It becomes mundane, thus easier to skip. Mixing up your exercises keeps your mind occupied and your muscles in a state of “muscle confusion.” This term refers to the body’s state of readiness and responsiveness. Seek out new and different exercises and rotate them every few weeks. You’ll continue to have fun, and your body will continue to benefit.

DO the exercises with proper form. This is where many injuries often occur. Even seem-ingly simple exercises may have some details that need to be observed. When taking on a new exercise, be sure you know exactly how it should be done, so the proper area of the body gets worked. Sit-ups require that you squeeze the right abdominal muscles at the right peak of contraction, never going too high or too low. When using dumbbells be sure to use the proper weight to ensure that the arms (biceps) are doing all the work. If the rest of your body is flailing about, then you’re risking injury and wasting a lot of

time, energy and most of all potential results. Take it slow and feel the results.

DON’T workout half-way. You don’t have to spend five hours, six days a week in the gym. No need to become a gym rat, but devote

an adequate time to your workout. If all you have to work with is 15 minutes, then

make sure you use every minute. It’ll be more rewarding rather than doing one rep before declaring you’re done.

DO “listen” to your body. It’s important to recognize when your body is reaching its limit. Challenging yourself is good, but going to a point you’re not ready for is a recipe for disas-ter. Let your tolerance build over time. Doing those five extra reps can be a great boost, but do them correctly.

DON’T forget about the diet and don’t only diet. All the exercise in the world won’t make

a difference if you don’t eat right. Never fear, this does not mean you will be doomed to a diet of lettuce and tofu. Like all things in life, food choice is a matter of balance. You can still have burgers, pizza, and onion rings, just not every day. Mix it up with veggies, fruit or other healthy options. Combining healthy meals dur-ing some days with a few cheat days now and then works just fine. Balance it out, and play it smart.

DO find an exercise you enjoy. This dis-covery will call for a little searching. If you feel right at home in a gym lifting weights or using straps, then

go for it. On the contrary, if you would rather hike, bike, or run, then take any of those on. The

same goes for the exercise environ-ment. Do you need the structure of a

classroom setting, beginning something like yoga or Tai Chi? Or would you feel more

comfortable setting up a custom routine at home? Too many people get roped into some-thing they don’t really enjoy and then quit. Find something that works and works well for you. Have fun!

DON’T be afraid to rest. Taking a day off is not the same action as breaking routine. After your exercises, your body will need time to recover from the workout. These days are actually very helpful for your development. Sore muscles means they are transforming into stronger muscles.

Doing your workout every other day or three times a week is perfectly fine. If you’re the type to do something every day, then you can go for a walk or take the stairs rather than the elevator on your rest days. Unless you’re training for the Spartan Run, you are allowed to take it easy. Remember, all work and no rest will make your body hate you!

Words: Daniel Shaw

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Looking for something new, exciting, and a little out of the norm for your next get-together, house party, or kick back? Look no further. Here are a few simple, new recipes to add to your list!

Yeah, whiskey can definitely put some hairs on your chest, but we’re mixing it up. Though some may prefer to take their whiskey straight, The Bromance Cocktail might just change your mind. The two tastes of whiskey and fruit combine tocreate a surprisingly new taste.

Can we say Thirsty Thursday? A simple drink with an equally subtle twist. We’re giving the classic Piña Colada an ad-ditional tropically sweet kick. It may sound too sweet for your taste at first, but it works. After one Pineapple Fusion Colada, you’ll be asking for more.

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Ingredients:4 1½ oz. Jose Cuervo Gold Tequila4 ½ oz. Coconut rum4 ½ oz. Peach Schnapps4 5 oz. Orange juice4 Grenedine syrup4 A few ice cubes

8 Garnish: Cherry

Instructions:Add tequila, rum, Peach Schnapps, orange juice and ice in a shaker. Give it a good 8-10 shakes. Strain into a Collins glass along with grenedine and garnish with a cherry.

Ingredients:4 1½ oz. Whiskey4 2 tbs. Gapefruit juice4 1 tps. simple syrup 4 2 Basil leaves4 A few ice cubes

8 Garnish: Grapefruit slice and cherry

Instructions:Fill all ingredients into shaker. Give it a good 8-10 shakes. Strain into a chilled rocks glass. Garnish with a grapefruit slice and cherry.

Ingredients:4 1½ oz. Bicardi Pineapple fusion rum4 1½ oz. Piña Colada Mix4 1 large scoop of vanilla ice cream

8 Garnish: Pineapple slice and cherry

Instructions:Add all ingredients together in a blender. Blend well until smooth. Pour contents into a Margarita or Collins glass. Top off with your garnish. Garnish with a pineapple slice and cherry.

Words and recipes: Bryce Suter

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