Keen on keeping the Olympic spirit sparkling for just one more weekend? We are, too. Muddle two slices of yellow bell pepper with a shot of gin, 1/3 oz. shot of turbinado sugar, lime, and pineapple juice for a medal-winning drink.

The Takeaway: Yes, veggies can be used to make a mean cocktail.

Do It Today: Add a dash of curry powder to make this Gold Medal drink for an anti-inflammatory antioxidant boost.

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“Blind, drunk, at the minute and overwhelmed…It’s been emotional.” — Bradley Wiggins, Gold Medal winner of the 2012 Olympic Men’s Individual Cycling Time Trials.