The Fastest Shaker

By Alan Smason

From out of the West Bank

A legend was made

Of the fastest shaker 

In the bartending trade.

He could shake a cocktail

With little or no stress,

Add the garnish and a straw

Without a hint of duress.

With his trusty shaker, 

His strainer and his spoon

He made strong men weak;

He made women swoon.

This man without peer,

A mixologist like no other,

His drinks were so good,

Made you slap your own mother.

He teamed up with his woman

And they opened up a bar.

Their fame spread through the city,

People came from afar.

Their "Revel" served libations

But they also cooked some food, 

A great menu serving late night

For whatever was your mood.

Through the years the fastest shaker

Served his neighbors in Mid-City

Spinning tales of the cocktails

That were charming and were witty.

Today we sing his praises

For this man who just can't miss.

With Laura by his side, we

Sing "Happy Birthday!" to Chris.

©2024 Alan Smason