How to Make Leonard Cohen's Red Needle without Really Trying

The "Traditional" Leonard Cohen Red Needle:

• 2 oz. tequila
• A slice lemon (or other exotic fruit)
• Cranberry Juice

In a highball glass, add crushed ice. Then add app. 2 oz. of Tequila and fill with cranberry juice. Mix gently. Garnish with lemon or other "exotic fruits." Another variation, which I've heard referred to as a "Fresh Needle," adds kiwi juice to the cranberry.


The Zenformation Professional Red Needle:

• 2 oz Don Julio Silver or Sauza Blanco (for the budget boozer)
• Unsweetened Cranberry Juice
• 1 tsp. pure cane sugar
• Lemon and lime slices

Combine, shake, and pour over crushed ice. Garnish with lemon and lime.