wallbangers

Wallbanger is a term with several distinct meanings, primarily referring to a type of cocktail and, historically, a type of car.

In the context of beverages, a Wallbanger is a popular cocktail. The most common version is the Harvey Wallbanger, which typically consists of vodka, Galliano (a sweet herbal liqueur), and orange juice. It is often served as a highball. The drink gained significant popularity in the late 1960s and 1970s. The origin story of the Harvey Wallbanger is often attributed to a surfer named Harvey who reputedly liked to "bang on the wall" when he was excited or after winning a surfing competition, and a bartender who created the drink for him.

Historically, "wallbanger" was also a slang term for a type of car, particularly in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. This referred to American-made full-size sedans that were perceived as being large and somewhat unwieldy. The term suggested that these cars were prone to scraping against walls or other objects due to their size or the driving habits of their owners. This usage is less common today, as automotive design and urban environments have evolved.