Screaming Monkey at Radio Milano

This is one of Radio Milano's most popular drinks, and it's no wonder why. The fruity cocktail has a tinge of heat from a special ingredient: serrano chile peppers. They're available at most grocery stores--just be careful about biting into one--it'll set your mouth on fire! The cost: $8 The bartender:...

By Nicki Escudero

November 9, 2009

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This is one of Radio Milano's most popular drinks, and it's no wonder why. The fruity cocktail has a tinge of heat from a special ingredient: serrano chile peppers. They're available at most grocery stores--just be careful about biting into one--it'll set your mouth on fire!

The cost: $8

The bartender: Vanessa Wlodyka, at Radio Milano in Phoenix

The ingredients: 1/2 ounce cranberry juice, 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice, 1/2 ounce orange juice, 1/2 ounce simple syrup, 2 ounces Grey Goose orange vodka, serrano chiles

See how to make it after the jump...

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