So I still was in love with the idea of using the frozen apples in a cocktail, I just wanted it to tie into the drink more and not just be a gimmick. That led me to using Laird’s Applejack. A variation of an Old Fashioned, and the inspiration of an old tale. An Old … Continue reading
The beer cocktail that I wrote about earlier, continues to be the standout hit whenever I have company, everyone just loves it, including myself. I thought it should have an updated name This Blonde likes Gin, and a proper garnish. There you have it. Continue reading
The Library Bar at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel has quickly become one of my favorite bar’s in Los Angeles. This is primarily due to one man: Matthew Biancaniello. You won’t find a cocktail menu at The Library Bar. Sure, Matt has some go to favorites up his sleeve, but it is all about … Continue reading
Wanted to see how else I could use the Thai tea infused Gin. It turns out it makes a fantastic Old Fashioned! 2 oz Thai tea Gin 1/2 oz Vanilla Agave 2-3 dashes Fee Brother’s barrel aged bitters Add all the ingredients into a mixing glass, stir for maybe 20-30 seconds. Strain over one large … Continue reading
Another home infusion. Made a Vanilla infused Tequila that is going to make a mean Vanilla tequila Mai Tai (as inspired by Evelyn Chick formerly of UVA Wine Bar in Vancouver) Split 3 Vanilla beans lengthwise and left to sit for 3 days. Continue reading
After some thought, I thought what better format to get the idea of the Thai Iced tea cocktail across than as a Ramos Gin Fizz, in my opinion the king of cocktails, hence the convent play on words, fitting the Thai theme. In place of heavy cream, working with the Thai theme, I used coconut … Continue reading
I changed up a few things in the recipe and it completely changed the drink for the better. This time splitting between Mezcal and Tequila Reposado and muddling a couple slices of Serrano pepper to add a bit of a spice element which I love pairs with Mezcal as you know, and this time making … Continue reading
I wanted to try a different type of beer cocktail, using a darker beer. I love Maui Brewing Co.’s Coconut Porter and thought it would be a fun beer to try pairing with. Playing with the whole Maui theme its basically a Mai Tai with the Coconut Porter Floated on top. I’m not sure if … Continue reading
This was my first attempt at playing with a Beer cocktail at home. I like the combination, as many do, of Gin and St. Germain and had some Leffe beer at home. Here was the result, which was delish and a big pleasure at a little gathering I had at home. 1 1/2 Ounces Gin … Continue reading
Growing up in an Italian, Roman Catholic family, going to church on Sundays, receiving communion… it certainly has its influences. One evening of drinking the crazy idea of this cocktail came about. Trying to piece together how… its probably better off just left alone. I basically took the idea of a New York Sour, which … Continue reading
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