tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74579203019709720492012-01-20T20:01:53.974-06:00jell-ing classic cocktails, one drink at a time . . .Jelly Shot Test Kitchenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06778128436472739658noreply@blogger.comBlogger110125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7457920301970972049.post-5652596801295953012012-01-20T16:20:00.001-06:002012-01-20T16:43:18.620-06:002012-01-20T16:43:18.620-06:00

Hostess Brand creditors, this one's for you!  A nice, boozy Twinkie Trifle! Surely you've heard of the Hostess Brand Inc. bankruptcy filing.  Well, I did, and I have not heard anything so disturbing in a looong time. The Twinkie is in danger!!  That helpless little lovely cake-y cream-y bit of heaven in peril!  EEeeeek! It was clear that Jelly Shot Test Kitchen had to act!   (Never let it be said

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Four little Valentines Jelly Pops, all in a row! Hello all!  Hope 2012 is treating you kindly, and if not, hope you are taking the situation in hand and whacking the wayward year upside the head with your jelly shot pan!   And after all that pretty pretty talk, it's time for a topic change . . . to thoughts of love and smooching.  To Valentines.  I made these little jelly pops for Tablespoon.com

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Where do you stand?  JSTK says "yes" to fruitcake (in jelly form anyhows!) Today Jelly Shot Test Kitchen conquers another love-it-or-leave-it holiday fixture.  Fixture is probably an appropriate word, as the inspiration for this jelly shot can (and often does) multitask as a doorstop!  Yup, it's fruitcake! UV Cake vodka gave a pastry flair to the base, with pineapple juice for fruitiness, and a

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Eggnog Jelly Shots . . . the vote is split!!! (But I luvs it so I's posting it . . . ) News Flash!  The holidays are here!!! Oh, wait, all of you probably KNOW THAT ALREADY.  That particular alert is just for me . . . Well, despite a less than timely start, rest assured that JSTK has lots of fun things planned for your holiday festivities (as well as your yuletide shenanigans)!  First up is a

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new from the Jelly Shot Test Kitchen Team . . . Boston Cream Pie Jelly Shot - it's a cake, it's a jelly shot,it's a boozy little bite of dessert-y deliciousness, that's what!!! Liquor . . . it's not just for gelatin anymore!  With Eat Your Drink™, the Jelly Shot Test Kitchen team is poised to take aim at all the major dessert categories - cake, ice cream, mousse - infusing them with "spirited"

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Blueberry-tini Jelly Shot - fresh and sweet and yum, all in a tiny bite . . .    Hello all, did you have a nice Halloween?  I am posting this shot of the Blueberry-tini Jelly Shot (last seen as a gruesome trick-or-treat style eyeball) to showcase how pretty and cocktail-party-appropriate this jelly shot really is.  So don't get the wrong idea about our sweet little friend . . . it's more than

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I always feel like . . . someone's watching me.  Oh, silly me, it's just a gaggle of Blueberry-tini Jelly Shots! Happy Halloween everyone!  Yes, I know . . . Eyeballs.  Again.  We did eyeballs last year, yes.  However one of JSTK's wonderful, adorable followers supplied a tip to make them ever so easy - using blueberries as the "pupil" of each eyeball rather than the "cut and paint" method of

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Polyjuice Potion Gelatin - set a cutesy little mold, garnished with smiling gummy worms . . . Here's a quick remix of our old pal, Polyjuice Potion Jelly Shot.  And this one's non-alcoholic, for the kiddlos.  Looking for something more, well, BOOZETASTIC?  Don't fuss - just click here for the alcoholic version! Massive spooky XOXOX's to you all!  M. Polyjuice Potion Jelly Shots Ginger Ale

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News flash - a flock of glowing vodka tonic bats is headed your way !  We've gone absolutely batty.  Why, you ask?  Well, for starters, these cute little Vodka Tonic Jelly Shot bats would put anyone over the edge!  The best part - no fancy schmancy chemical agents or additives are required for this little trick.  Quinine, the active ingredient in tonic water, naturally glows under black light!  (

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Who's that with the gorgeously ghoulish toothy grin?  Why it's Gumball Jelly Shot, of course! Happy Halloween-ish weekend everyone!  I'm celebrating with a candy-themed jelly shot and a cheery little skull mold.  Actually, its a silicone ice cube tray - here's the link - manufacturer is Wilton, and it was stocked at my local craft store (and probably is at yours too!).  Link here. . . The recipe

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Candy Corn Jelly Shot Mold . . .  sweet mercy . . . so cute, so devour-able!   Hello!  It's been a while.  Missed you all sooooo much!  Things have been a bit of a whirlwind.  And, unfortunately I accidentally locked Intern Doug in the Test Kitchen pantry on my way out, so he's been indisposed as well.  (Oh, stop - he's absolutely fine - those test kitchen shelves are well stocked to say the

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Spiked Rainbow Jelly Mold . . . CHECK!  Anyone have a bunny, ducky or two?   Is anyone else a bit low on their Recommended Daily Allowance of bunnies, duckies, and rainbows?  Or maybe its just me.  Hmmm.  I'm currently a bit short on bunnies and duckies, but to make up for it, here's my all time favorite rainbow jelly shot extravaganza ever - the Spiked Rainbow Jelly Mold, inspired by a classic

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Rainbow Cake Jelly Shot.  Its all about the rainbows.  And PINK frosting.  Sprinkles don't hurt either. . . Quick post.  Because the prescription for a long holiday weekend is indeed F-U-N, because I loves youse . . . and also because of this jelly shot's overwhelming adorableness, had to share this link to a CAKE-inspired jelly shot we did for Tablespoon.com.  Check it out - hope you enjoy!  

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It's a little bit Spicy, it's a little bit Sweet . . . its Marie Osmond a Fire Breathing Dragon Jelly Shot! Hello at long last.  I hope you all aren't too cross with me for lack of posting - have missed all of you terribly.  I was hoping to pin my lack of posting on Intern Doug and his maniacal-ly chaotic ways, but that would be wrong, wouldn't it?  Isn't that how things go in Corporate America?

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Birthday Cupcake Jelly Shot, anyone?  Make a wish!!!  Oh, wait . . . no candles.  Sorry!  They melt the jelly shots.  Cancel that. . .  And, well, it IS my birthday . . . ahem . . .later this week.  Because of this, as well as the release of UV Vodka's "white cake" flavor, I am declaring August as "Cake Month" at JSTK. So, to be clear, the "Cake" designation is not solely due to my personal high

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Summer Ginger Smash - the best cocktail ingredients, including fancy rum and maraschino liqueur, held together with the barest smattering of mixers.   I am away this week, so Intern Doug is manning the Test Kitchen solo . . . or so I thought.  Apparently, Intern Doug has been doing some hiring in my absence!  I was not sure whether to be proud of his initiative or frightened by his bold staffing

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Hey Tropical Dream Jelly Shot - Jimmy Buffet called . . . he wants his shirt back!   (Or perhaps it was Warren Buffett.  Oh, fiddlesticks - whats the difference . . . ) We were pleased as PUNCH (Hawaiian punch, that is . . . ) when Intern Tracy and Intern Amy stopped by the Test Kitchen on their cross country voyage (you can follow their trip on their blog 98squarefeet)!  After a bit of arm

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Polyjuice Potion Jelly Shots are creepy, spooky Potter-rific fun . . . Another Potter-themed jelly shot for you!  These slightly creepy gelatin extravaganzas are made with pineapple juice, pineapple vodka, ginger ale and lime sherbet. (To make for the kids, just omit the vodka and replace with additional soda or juice.)  Partially setting the gelatin mixtures partially set before adding to the

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"Chocolate Frog" Jelly Shots, preparing to hop off the tray. . .  Just a tiny bit of Potter-inspired jelly shotting for you today.  The recipe is a variant of the Bushwacker . . . very chocolatey though and missing the coconut.  (Link for the delightfully creepy frog molds . . . ) Just posted this recipe for a Butterbeer Jelly Shot on Tablespoon.com. (AND, depending on how R&D goes today

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The Orange Meringue Jelly Shot, Intern Doug's first solo creation!  (Bravo, sir . . . three cheers and a TIGER for you!) This is my first solo blog post! I just love my job. Michelle asked me to create a new Jelly Shot and there is just nothing more satisfying and fun than crafting a medley of ingredients that tastes and looks fabulous. I was especially pleased with how well the Orangecello and

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Fruited Champagne Jelly Mold simply SHRIEKS patriotic fervor - in the subtlest, most dignified manner imaginable . .  . So, the second July 4th Party is a bit of a fancier affair.  Not that the variegated display of gelatinized patriotism concocted for Party #1 would  be un-welcome at this event.  We just wish to pull out our culinary stops in a somewhat more restrained manner , as the guest of

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July 4th Jelly Shot Mold - a punch bowl in solid form.    And variegated patriotic colors!  Wheee!All it needs is sparklers and wheels!   Hello all, just a quick note and a fun July 4th themed recipe!  I will be attending several different events this year, and will of course be bringing jelly shots.  The events range from casual and fun to a little fancier, and so will the jelly shots. Hope

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Lychee Martini Jelly Shots, one for you . . . two for me!   Hello everyone!  First, Intern Doug and I wanted to thank you for the amazing comments and feedback on the Jelly Shot Test Kitchen recipe book received via email, on the blog and Facebook!  Its so fun to hear from you!  We read (and treasure) each and every message and do our best to respond - please bear with us if our reply time is

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Despite its unfortunate moniker, the Grape Ape Jelly Shot looks darn cute sporting a crisp floral pattern . . .  Well, Intern Doug has been at it again. He can barely be restrained! Doug's latest fresh-from-the-lab creation is the Grape Ape - a mixture of grape-flavored vodka, tom collins mix, and lemon lime soda, with an optional (but highly recommended) creamy layer. It's true that the

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