Found this cocktail from Chicken Angel but we changed it a bit. Its a tribute to the Henchmen in the Merman series...man those guys look like trouble.
1.5 oz. Gin
.5 oz. Creme de Casis
.25 oz. fresh lime juice
a dash or two of Crystal sauce or any hot sauce you like and adjust to your hot level.
Shake with ice, strain and serve in a cocktail glass.
It is a very interesting drink and much better than you would expect. Much like a Shrub that uses vinegar. We served 6 and everyone liked it. Give it a shot.
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Tails of the Merman-Episode 4: The Morning After
Episode 4 was so fun to be a part of. exp33 has done such a great job with this mini series. I will be sad to see it end.
Friday, November 30, 2007
The Shrunken Skull
What do you do with a nasty looking shrunken skull mug? Make a Shrunken Skull of course.
This Vintage Shrunken Skull mug was originally sold at the Mai Kai in Ft. Lauderdale, FL where they served up this dangerous drink in this very mug. Today there is a new version of the mug with the tattoo all glazed. What makes this mug so special is the Cold Paint that was hand painted over the glaze. Of course the paint was susceptible to chipping and this savage shows some wear and tear, but hey, he’s been around for a while and thankfully I rescued him from a thrift shop for 0.29. Normally I would never drink from a vessel so valuable, but I had to pay tribute to him after rescuing him from that nasty thrift store. And what more appropriate way than making the very drink served in him for so many years.
This version comes from Jeff Beachbum Berry’s essential tome Grog Log.
1 oz. fresh lime
1 oz. Grenadine
1 oz. Gold Rum
1 oz. Demerara Rum
Shake like hell in a shaker with ice and pour the entire contents in a skull mug.
Now that’s a killer drink.
This Vintage Shrunken Skull mug was originally sold at the Mai Kai in Ft. Lauderdale, FL where they served up this dangerous drink in this very mug. Today there is a new version of the mug with the tattoo all glazed. What makes this mug so special is the Cold Paint that was hand painted over the glaze. Of course the paint was susceptible to chipping and this savage shows some wear and tear, but hey, he’s been around for a while and thankfully I rescued him from a thrift shop for 0.29. Normally I would never drink from a vessel so valuable, but I had to pay tribute to him after rescuing him from that nasty thrift store. And what more appropriate way than making the very drink served in him for so many years.
This version comes from Jeff Beachbum Berry’s essential tome Grog Log.
1 oz. fresh lime
1 oz. Grenadine
1 oz. Gold Rum
1 oz. Demerara Rum
Shake like hell in a shaker with ice and pour the entire contents in a skull mug.
Now that’s a killer drink.
Monday, November 26, 2007
Whisky Mac
I'm a big ginger fan, ginger beer, ginger brandy ,and when I saw ginger wine my eyes lit up like a kid looking at the Sears wishlist.
The Whisdy Mac is a simple drink but packs a punch and delivers a unique taste.
You can play with the parts ratio. Some call for equal and others add the ginger to taste.
1.5 oz. Scotch whisky
1 oz. Stones Ginger Wine
Carefully pour the Ginger Wine into the scotch without disturbing it much and enjoy.
The Whisdy Mac is a simple drink but packs a punch and delivers a unique taste.
You can play with the parts ratio. Some call for equal and others add the ginger to taste.
1.5 oz. Scotch whisky
1 oz. Stones Ginger Wine
Carefully pour the Ginger Wine into the scotch without disturbing it much and enjoy.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
The Godchild
I was craving a brandy based drink and found this simple concoction.
1.5 oz. Brandy
0.5 oz. Amaretto
Pour over Ice and stir.
1.5 oz. Brandy
0.5 oz. Amaretto
Pour over Ice and stir.
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Star Scale Montage - NASA Sun Solar Planets - PHJ
Makes you feel sort of small and insignificant does't it? Dead can Dance always makes for good music too.
China Blue
We found a few recipes for Lychee Liqueur and the China Blue jumped off the page and begged us to try it. Sometimes its just fun to make a blue drink.
1 oz. Blue Curacao
1 oz. Lychee Liqueur
1 oz. Grapefruit juice
Shake in a shaker with ice and serve in a cocktail glass.
Keep in mind my loyal drunks, that Curacao tastes the same no matter what color it is. If you dont have blue you could make this sucker any color you want. Green, red, orange etc... its the bitter orange flavor your after. As for the grapefruit juice, there seems to be a shortage of plain grapefruit juice. Usually all I can find is ruby red, the more sweet version of grapefruit juice and the more popular. I believe the grapefruit juice style will change the overall flavor of the drink and look forward to trying regular when I find it.
The drink was lovely with a great tropical exotic feel. A bit sweet for my tastes, I'm a sour guy, and I dont think I could drink more than one, but the wife like it and tried a second. We halfed toned down the Curacao to 1/2 oz. and added 1/2 oz. of water. This didnt effect the overall taste, and cut a few calories to boot.
1 oz. Blue Curacao
1 oz. Lychee Liqueur
1 oz. Grapefruit juice
Shake in a shaker with ice and serve in a cocktail glass.
Keep in mind my loyal drunks, that Curacao tastes the same no matter what color it is. If you dont have blue you could make this sucker any color you want. Green, red, orange etc... its the bitter orange flavor your after. As for the grapefruit juice, there seems to be a shortage of plain grapefruit juice. Usually all I can find is ruby red, the more sweet version of grapefruit juice and the more popular. I believe the grapefruit juice style will change the overall flavor of the drink and look forward to trying regular when I find it.
The drink was lovely with a great tropical exotic feel. A bit sweet for my tastes, I'm a sour guy, and I dont think I could drink more than one, but the wife like it and tried a second. We halfed toned down the Curacao to 1/2 oz. and added 1/2 oz. of water. This didnt effect the overall taste, and cut a few calories to boot.
Orange Blossom Special
We stumbled upon Lychee Liqueur yesterday and just had to find something to use it in. A few years back we planted a lychee tree and this year it finally bore fruit. We yeilded 15 lychee nuts. Currently we are infusing rum with it and have yet to try it.
2 oz. Gin
1 oz. Cointreau
1 oz. Lychee Liqueur
1/3 oz. lemon
Now, I admit I broke a cardinal rule here using the little yellow lemon juice bottle, but we were in a pinch because there was not a fresh lemon to be found in the house. Thats why we keep a few of these babies in stock. Thankfully the recipe only calls for a dash.
It was a tasty drink with the unique lychee flavor and the kick from the gin made it feel like a masculine drink. The recipe book I found it in states this should be made when the orange blossoms are in bloom, but that doesnt happen until March in Florida, so a brisk (65 F)November evening was just fine with us.
2 oz. Gin
1 oz. Cointreau
1 oz. Lychee Liqueur
1/3 oz. lemon
Now, I admit I broke a cardinal rule here using the little yellow lemon juice bottle, but we were in a pinch because there was not a fresh lemon to be found in the house. Thats why we keep a few of these babies in stock. Thankfully the recipe only calls for a dash.
It was a tasty drink with the unique lychee flavor and the kick from the gin made it feel like a masculine drink. The recipe book I found it in states this should be made when the orange blossoms are in bloom, but that doesnt happen until March in Florida, so a brisk (65 F)November evening was just fine with us.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Black Pearl cigar
The Black Pearl cigar is a Nicaraguan hand rolled cigar with Nicaragua filler and binder with Ecuador wrapper. It has a nutty flavor with hints of wood. A mild smoke with a decent burn. Cigar Aficionado rated it an 88 and the cost is around $5 USD. I prefer to punch the end rather than cut it. It makes the draw more intense and centered and you dont get the tip all sloppy. I dont normally drink a beer with a cigar, but it was a hot sunny day and it just felt right. I got mine is a bakers dozen variety pack from Thompson Cigars. I do recommend it, not the best I've ever had, but it was memorable.
Monday, November 5, 2007
Old Pal
1 oz. Rye Whiskey
3/4 oz. Dry Vermouth
3/4 Campari
Stir over cracked ice. Strain in a cocktail glass.
If you are a fan of Campari this one is for you. If Campari is a bit to harsh for you , dont worry, the Rye is the perfect additive taking some of the bitterness out of it.
3/4 oz. Dry Vermouth
3/4 Campari
Stir over cracked ice. Strain in a cocktail glass.
If you are a fan of Campari this one is for you. If Campari is a bit to harsh for you , dont worry, the Rye is the perfect additive taking some of the bitterness out of it.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
