While a most spectacular show of bartender brawn, the Blazer is a simple drink which just happens to entail rolling flaming whiskey back and forth between two metal mugs. A number of mid-19th century bartenders claim the creation, but Jerry Thomas, of course, rises to the forefront with his authoritative recipe in The Bon Vivant’s Companion, 1862, flame-throwing selfie illustration included. Though the recipe is relatively basic, the trick lies in the tossing of fiery liquid from one mug to another without injury. PUNCH recommends practicing with a non-flaming substance first, and then proceeding with extreme caution. This variation comes from Seattle bartender Andrew Bohrer, who added earl grey tea and elderflower liqueur to the mix. He says the drink mixes just as well without fire, but a little flair never hurts.