Jägerbomb
 | This article possibly contains original research. (September 2007) |
| Cocktail | |
|---|---|
 A shot of Jägermeister being dropped into Red Bull, creating a Jägerbomb. | |
| Type | Mixed drink |
| Served | Neat: undiluted and without ice |
| Standard drinkware | A pub glass and a shot glass..svg) .svg) |
| Commonly used ingredients | one can or one half can of Red Bull, and one shot (1 part) of Jägermeister |
| Preparation | see the article |
The Jägerbomb, or occasionally Jagbomb is a cocktail combining one shot of Jägermeister dropped into a glass of an energy drink, usually Red Bull. It is referred to as a "Jäger-Bull" in German speaking countries, as well as in English bars. In Austria it is called "Flying Hirsch", where Hirsch means deer in German and is inspired by the Jägermeister logo and the "Flying" is derived from the Red Bull slogan "Red Bull gives you wings". In Mexico it is called "Perla Negra" (Black Pearl) due the color it takes when mixed (and is usually mixed with Boost energy drink, instead of Red Bull). Jägerbombs may be called "Jager Blasters" "Bull Blasters"[1], and the term 'bomb shots' can also refer to many different combinations of energy drinks and liquor.
The origin of the drink is uncertain, and little to no evidence exists as to its inventor(s).
Commercial preparation
A Jägerbomb is usually sold with a can of Red Bull (250mL) or half-can of Red Bull (125mL) poured into a glass, separately accompanied by the shot of Jägermeister. The shot of Jägermeister may then be dropped into the glass at the drinker's discretion.
Where multiple Jägerbombs have been ordered, it is common to serve them in such a fashion whereby glasses of Red Bull are lined up with an empty glass at one end. The shots of Jägermeister are then balanced on the lips of the glasses, and then starting from the empty-glass end, the shots are consecutively knocked into the glasses. This may be done one-by-one, or, should the bartender have positioned the shot glasses close enough together, the first shot glass to be knocked may knock the subsequent shot glass in as it falls, which in turn knocks the third and so on to create a domino effect. This type of practice is common in the preparation of many cocktails where some degree of theatre is used to create a spectacle. The current world record for a jagerbomb "train" is 672 set on June 22nd, 2008 at Vegalou Ultra Bar in Omaha, NE. USA. [3]
Effects on the consumer
The effects of Jägerbombs are held to be different from that of other alcoholic beverages. First of all the effects that the controversial effects of the alcohol and the energy drink are extremely dangerous for the heart. This has been proven while mixing any alcoholic beverage with an energy drink such as redbull, because of the strain that is put on the heart. While if no heart condition is present this danger is not immediate, prolonged exposure to this type of mixture can lead to serious heart conditions. The reason is attributed to the counter-balancing effect of the caffeine, (or taurine, guarana) of the energy drink with the depressant effect that alcohol has on the body's central nervous system. Entering a state of intoxication where a Jägerbomb or Jägerbombs have been consumed, the immediate effects of intoxication (specifically; drowsiness and lethargy) are to some extent masked, and people often claim to act more recklessly than they would otherwise and can party on later into the night. [2]
Variations
The popularity of the jägerbomb has spawned many variations. In many bars the red bull is replaced with a far cheaper alternative and as it tastes pretty much identical, it can certainly still be considered a jägerbomb. Additionally, replacing one or even both of the ingredients but preparing the beverage in the same manner produces a drink that some may describe as a jägerbomb, however, as there is no jägermeister in the aforementioned drink, it is more commonly used as a verb eg "lets bomb them".
Controversy
Jägerbomb's popularity in Australia has caused scrutiny. Manly and Newcastle have banned Jägerbombs from being sold in nightclubs and pubs on the basis that they encourage binging and irresponsible behavior in youth.[3] During the Schoolies period on the Victorian Surf Coast, Jägerbombs were banned in a lot of pubs due to similar reasons as above. The sale of Red Bull was also limited to 4 per person each day to help curb the massive consumption of Jägerbombs. The stronger variations of the Jägerbomb, such as the aforementioned "Bull-Meister", have been banned from several bars and clubs in Austin, Texas. [citation needed]
References
- ^ in the United States. In some parts of Ireland it is called "Belfast-Bombers" due to the troubles in the Northern Ireland. Bowers, Tom (2005), "Alcoholic energy drinks a double shot of yuck", The Spokesman-Review, Spokane, WA: Cowles Publishing (published 2005-05-25), retrieved 2007-11-28
- ^ "Caffeine"; Nutrition, U. Mass. Dining Services; Retrieved June 24 2007 [1]
- ^ C. Masters, J. Vallejo; "Readers Battle over Pub Bid to Ban Jager Bombs"; The Daily Telegraph; published by News Ltd.; first printed August 7th 2007 [2]