An upgraded screwdriver. Fresh, refreshingly fruity concoction with a sweet vanilla-anise flavor from the addition of Galliano. The name itself sounds dangerous. Not so much violent as it is a little reckless. Like this is what you drink when you are having one of those nights when you just want to have a bender and just say, “f#ck it.” Basically a Screwdriver with Galliano (anise) liqueur, this drink packs quite a punch. The story goes that sometime in the 1960s, there was a surfer named Harvey who wiped out pretty badly in a competition. He then proceeded to get his drink on (allegedly at Pancho’s Bar in Manhattan Beach), ordering a vodka and orange juice with Galliano. It could be because of the alcohol or frustration of losing, but it is said that he banged his head against the wall and the bartender then named the drink the Harvey Wallbanger. If you’re not careful, you might just bang your head against a wall.
(Learn about how the cocktail got its name and other classic cocktails)
Ingredients:
- 45ml Vodka
- 120ml Orange Juice (Fresh is best)
- 15ml Galliano
Directions:
- Pour vodka and orange juice into a glass
- Add ice cubes
- Add the Galliano
- Garnish with the orange slice and a maraschino cherry
