Last summer I took a crack at recreating Matthew Biancanielo’s (formerly of The Library Bar at the Roosevelt) The Breeder’s Cup cocktail, which was one of his most well known drinks. I have to say it came out really great and pleased all my guests but of course, it was nothing compared to the masters. … Continue reading
Growing up in New England, years before the craft cocktail was the biggest rage, Grenadine was found in every household and restaurant. Unlike Rickey‘s from a lot of other area, in New England, if you had a Rickey it surely had Grenadine in it. Shirley Temples and Raspberry Lime Rickeys were every kids favorite … Continue reading
In Honor of LA I thought I’d make more beer cocktails! In the top right I made of course the fan favorite The Blond Likes Gin except now served with a nice lemon slice garnish which is how I think it shall be served from now on. I also took another crack at making something with … 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
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
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
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
Before I attempted the Thai iced tea cocktail, I thought I would give a basic Bee’s Knees a try. The Thai tea infusion worked amazing with this cocktail. I tried it both with and without the added falernum, that I tried with the Chai tea Bee’s Knees, both have their merits. 2oz Thai tea infused … Continue reading
Taking inspiration from the Chai tea infused Gin at Library bar, as well as an Earl Grey infusion I had in an Earl Grey Martini in Vancouver made by Evelyn Chick; I wanted to try my own tea infusion. I am a huge fan of Thai iced teas, and I have always wanted to try making … Continue reading
Furthering the explorations of cocktails I’ve had at the Library Bar, this time recreating the Bee’s Knees that Matt made for me one night using his Coconut Vanilla Chai infused Plymouth Gin. The traditional Bee’s Knees cocktail consists of Gin, honey and lemon juice. Both a friend and myself have been inspired by Matt’s infusions … Continue reading
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