Before the discovery of the planet Uranus, Aquarius was believed to be ruled by Saturn. Hence today, Aquarius is said to be co-ruled by both of these planets. The planet of austerity, scrimping and saving, Saturn’s palette generally prefers tart, burned, bitter and astringent flavors. If you’re eating something that makes your mouth pucker, there’s a good chance that particular food is ruled by Saturn. The key lime is the smallest, sour, citrus fruit. One taste of it’s juice will have you draw in your lips. It’s smaller size is indicative of Saturn’s constrictive quality. As Aquarius is one of the most fickle signs, only a very special cocktail will wet her appetite. A slice of Key Lime Pi would be hard for the most discerning Aquarius to turn down, especially since she should feel a special affinity to the main ingredient. Not typically a foodie (or drinkie), once you get her going, she’s a hard train to stop. She’ll want this Key Lime Pi Squared to the umpth power! From cheers to eternity… Vive la cocktail!

KEY LIME PI SQUARED

INGREDIENTS:
- 2 oz Vanilla vodka*
- 2 oz SILK soy creamer or cream
- 2 oz Licor 43
- 1 oz fresh squeezed key lime juice (regular limes will also work)
graham crackers (organic & whole wheat to keep the health up) or extra key lime for garnish

DIRECTIONS:
Pour lime juice, vanilla infused vodka and soy creamer into an filled cocktail shaker and shake well. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass rimmed with crushed graham cracker. Or, a key lime perched on the rim will also do the trick nicely.

*Slit whole vanilla bean in half and drop both haves into a 750 ml bottle of vodka. Allow to sit in dark location for three weeks before using.

(Recipe from FireWater Bar, N.J.)