Over the years I’ve learned (the hard way) that I cannot drink the way Mr. CocktailDork can without consequences. I’ve been very hung over one too many times for me to keep trying, yet I don’t want to nurse my drinks and have one cocktail for every two of his. What’s a girl to do?…
On the Importance of Ice
Alright stop. Collaborate and listen. **clears throat** Sorry about that. Where does one even begin in talking about ice (aside from quoting earworm lyrics)? Ice plays such a huge role in how your drinks are made and how they taste. In modern cocktails, it often plays the role of “water” in the classic 1806 definition…
Obligatory Negroni Week Post
🎶It’s the most wonderful time of the year. 🎶 Now that song is stuck in your head. You’re welcome. But seriously. Who doesn’t love Negroni Week? Well, people who don’t like negonis I guess, but who cares about them right now. It’s Negroni Week! Yes indeed! Brought to you by the lovable people at the…
Bijou
The Bijou feels like one of the drinks that is never not fancier than you are. I could be dressed in white tie, in a tuxedo jacket with tails, and I would feel under-dressed to drink a Bijou. So naturally, as I write this, I’m sitting here in a pair of board shirts and a Hawaiian shirt sipping on one. Hey, might as well own being under-dressed.
Cocktail Books: What’s In Your Library?
In general, I love books. I love the knowledge and the wisdom (and the entertainment) that they contain. In my fantasy home, I would have a large study filled wall-to-wall with books like out of some Edwardian mansion. In this fantasy home, I would also have an endlessly well-stocked bar surrounded by as many cocktail…
Simple Syrup
Basic simple syrup is 1 cup of sugar to 1 cup of water. Combine both in a pot over medium heat, and heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and cool fully before pouring into a bottle or jar. Keep refrigerated. Stays good for about a month (if it gets cloudy or moldy at…