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How to Infuse Liquor

2011-06-15T15:06:00.000-07:00

Strawberry-infused Vodka For those who have never infused liquor before, leaving porous substances (i.e. sliced fruit, meat, etc.) in alcohol for long durations of time (i.e. more than 72 hours) changes the texture of the liquid, thickening it. Citrus fruit and herbs are exempt from this, but bacon and sliced strawberries are great examples of porous substances. Infusing liquor is very easy.

Foodie Gossip: America Becomes the Largest Wine-Consuming Nation ...

2011-03-21T21:50:00.000-07:00

Foodie Gossip: America Becomes the Largest Wine-Consuming Nation ...: "The U.S. surpasses France in Wine ConsumptionIt’s official: Americans are the biggest winos. According to the Wine Institute, The U.S. ..."

Foodie Gossip: America Becomes the Largest Wine-Consuming Nation ...

2011-03-16T19:18:00.000-07:00

America Becomes the Largest Wine-Consuming Nation ...: "The U.S. surpasses France in Wine ConsumptionIt’s official: Americans are the biggest winos. According to the Wine Institute, The U.S. ..."

The Bloody Hogger

2011-02-21T00:10:00.000-08:00

The Bloody Heffer, a classic take on a Bloody Mary The Bloody Hogger is a spin on the classic cocktail, Bloody Mary . With the incorporation of bacon-infused vodka, this bacon cocktail adds another dimension that truly is out of this world. If you're a bacon lover and you enjoy a Bloody Mary now and then - you're going to really like this bacon-infused Bloody Mary recipe. Once you try the

Bacon Apple Martini

2011-02-20T23:30:00.000-08:00

Bacon Apple Martini Have you ever tried a Bacon Apple Martini? This is one of my favorite sweet and savory cocktails. It actually adds legitimacy to the phrase “everything tastes better with bacon”. And this puppy is a perfect brunch cocktail. Ingredients for the Bacon Apple Martini4 oz. of Bacon-infused Vodka (see our recipe for bacon-infused liquor) 4 oz. Applejack 2 oz. Amaretto Liqueur 2

Fat Washing Process for Bacon-Infused Liquor

2011-02-20T21:41:00.000-08:00

Fat washing process for bacon-infused Vodka Fat washing is a method used to instill the flavor of a fatty substance, such as bacon or ham, into liquor. The meat is added to liquor and infused for a time, then the liquid is chilled and the fatty portion, which floats to the top, is then removed. Alcohol bonds to fat and sugars easily and fat washing is fairly simple. Though keep in mind that

Foodie Gossip: Anti-Valentine’s Day Food: Avoid the Sex by Feedin...

2011-02-14T21:16:00.000-08:00

Foodie Gossip: Anti-Valentine’s Day Food: Avoid the Sex by Feedin...: "Beer or Ale is a the perfect beverage to lower the libido.Want to avoid the sex without hurting your partner’s feelings on Valentine’s Day? ..."

Crack Open an Ice-Cold Can of... Whisky?

2011-01-17T23:05:00.000-08:00

Scottish Spirits' can of Scotch Whisky Not sure why anyone would think whisky in a can would be a good idea, but apparently someone does – and that someone did it. Panama-based, Scottish Spirits, is releasing their canned whisky into the Caribbean marketing beginning May 1st. This whisky can contains around 8 shots of whisky and doesn’t include a way to reseal the container. Scottish Spirits

Foodie Gossip: Here’s Vodka in Your Eye!

2011-01-17T22:30:00.000-08:00

Foodie Gossip: Here’s Vodka in Your Eye!: "Forget beer bongs and jello shots. Eyeballing vodka is now all the rage among college students world-wide. I’m sure you just read that statement and are now thinking: ”WTF??” But it’s..."

Top 10 Liquor, Beer & Wine Trend Predictions for 2011

2011-01-07T02:51:00.000-08:00

Beverages counted for approximately 30% of the average restaurant’s revenue and 50% of its profit. And with the upwards turn of the economy, we’ll see liquor, wine and beer play a more prominent part on the culinary stage. Here is how we predict liquor, wine and beer will advance in 2011: 1. Cocktail & Food Pairing: Beer and food pairing was all the rage in 2010, and wine and food pairing will

Top 10 Cocktail, Beer and Wine Trends of 2010: A Year in Review

2011-01-07T00:43:00.000-08:00

2010 was the most creative year for cocktails, beer & wine. It was so wonderful to see how the advancement of the culinary arts has impacted the alcohol industry. And while we anxiously await what will unfold in 2011, lets reflect on some of the top alcohol trends for 2010. 1. Beer and Food Pairings: Pairing the perfect beer with the perfect food was one of the hottest bar beverage trends of

Kahlúa® Partners with Food Network Star, Aarón Sánchez, to Launch a Bad Branding Campaign

2011-01-03T22:28:00.000-08:00

I’m bemused over the Kahlúa®/Aarón Sánchez press release I read this morning. Maybe the Kahlúa marketing team threw the campaign together at 3am New Year’s morning, after too many Kahlúa shots? They’re doing a terrible job masquerading their “Delicioso Night In” marketing campaign as an intro to a fabricated Mexican tradition. I’m all for trying out new trends, but the last time I checked, the

Hangover Cocktails: Start the New Year Off Right!

2010-12-30T13:20:00.000-08:00

Oh, the dreaded hangover. With New Year’s Eve just a day away, and the abundance of alcohol consumption that usually goes hand in hand with the celebration, it’s always best to plan ahead. And though drinking lots of water before heading into a drunken slumber guarantees to reduce the effectsof a hangover, if you’re completely tanked, remembering to do this just isn’t realistic. Those of us who

The Ultimate Christmas Champagne Cocktail

2010-12-24T23:47:00.000-08:00

Not too sweet, but crisp and perfect with a holiday dessert, this is the Ultimate Christmas Champagne Cocktail! Ingredients for the Christmas Champagne Cocktail- 4 oz. Champagne or Sparkling Wine - 1 oz. Grand Marnier - 3 brandied cherries (the best pre-made can be found at Whole Foods, behind the cheese counter) Preperation Combine the Champagne or Sparkling Wine with the Grand Marnier in a

The Dirty Snowball: a Minty Holiday Cocktail

2010-12-23T09:28:00.000-08:00

The Dirty Snowball Cocktail Feasting on Christmas cookies always calls for some milk, but when you’re an adult you have an excuse to add alcohol to that mix. I found a great match for dipping and sipping. The Dirty Snowball is what I like to call it! This minty cocktail derives from “The Grasshopper” that contains equal parts Crème de Menthe, Crème de Cacao and fresh cream. I added a shot of

Holiday Berry Sangria

2010-12-13T22:04:00.000-08:00

Holiday Berry Sangria is the perfect Holiday cocktail for a festive Holiday party (or any party for that matter). It’s bright and refreshing and very intoxicating. Your guests are guaranteed to love it! And the perk? You don't need a high-priced wine to make this fancy berry cocktail... Ingredients for Holiday Berry Sangria: 4 cups of mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries,

Tea and Sympathy

2010-11-18T17:25:00.000-08:00

Recently a friend was in the midst of a personal conflict and was asked if I could suggest a good drink to comfort her. I remembered a drink that I had in the past by the name of “Tea and Sympathy”.Sometimes things get tough and you just want a warm cocktail to comfort you.Ingredients for Tea and Sympathy:- 8-10 oz. Hot Bigelow Constant Comment Tea (cinnamon spiced tea will do)- 1 shot of Grand

The Blender Hot Toddy

2010-11-16T13:23:00.000-08:00

It’s that time a year: "Season of the Cold and Flu"… And a friend of mine just told me that she’s laid up in bed with one of the worst sore throats she’s had in a while. I suggested she try my Hot Toddy remedy and then thought: "Why not share it with everyone?":- 10 oz. Hot Chamomile Tea- A Squeeze of Lemon- Honey to taste- 1 shot of Brandy or Cognac- A couple of slices of Fresh Ginger,

A Case of Cocktail Plagiarism

2010-11-03T06:21:00.000-07:00

Unbelievable... United Airlines just staked claim on a mixer that has already been well established. They’re calling it the “Sunrise Sunset”, but I believe it’s more commonly known by bartenders and drinkers alike as the “Madras”. In fact, this drink hit its high in popularity in the 80’s, according to Marissa Walsh, author of “Tipsy in Madras”.What’s the difference between the Madras and the

Beer & Cookies?

2010-10-28T11:31:00.000-07:00

Watch out Milk – There’s a new player in town! That’s right. Beer is making its move to replace the “milk” in “Milk & Cookies”. I was skeptical at first – and I’m still not 100% sold on the concept – but pairing Beer and Cookies was definitely intriguing. What sparked the idea of pairing beer and cookies? A strong declaration made by a friend, who swore that any beer plus chocolate chip cookies

Irish Hot Chocolate

2010-10-24T22:32:00.000-07:00

The Irish Hot Chocolate is my absolute favorite drink on cold, rainy or snowy days. This hot chocolate cocktail isn't too sweet and it'll warm you up in a heartbeat! Ingredients for the Irish Hot Chocolate: - Milk (I prefer non-fat or skim) - Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: 1 Tbs. per 8oz. - Bailey’s Irish Cream - Optional: 1/2 a shot of dark rum to give it an extra kick In a small