The line is a little blurry here
Tom Waits? You gotta be kidding me! Or at least that is what went through my head after I read Andrew’s post on the topic of this month’s Mixology Monday. What was I going to write about (other than my first reaction)? Sure I had listened to his music but for many years I didn’t … Read more
You’re so money…
When Kevin Langmak mentioned the focus of this Mixology Monday, I was a bit flummoxed. When I first heard the phrase “Money drink’, I assumed that it needed to be an expensive cocktail. However, the other definition, a drink that is “you’re so money you don’t even know it’ worked for me. In my opinion … Read more
All because of a muddler…
A couple of months ago, I could not find a muddler. I checked the liquor stores, grocery stores and kitchen supply store; no luck. Finally, I hit one last liquor store and found a gift pack of Flor de Caña 7 year-old Grand Reserve with a muddler. Desperate, I called a friend and received a … Read more
Something like a Manhattan but…
“So what are you having, Paul?” I had just sat down at the bar in Zig Zag Cafe on a Friday night and Murray was asking my favorite but dreaded question. I love this question for the promise of something delicious but dread it for the many options available to me. This night was no … Read more
Mixology Monday: The First Time
This is my first Mixology Monday post and interestingly enough it is about losing your cocktail virginity. Sponsored by the Ladies United for the Preservation of Endangered Cocktails – Boston (LUPEC- Boston), the challenge was straightforward enough. What drink do you suggest for the delicate palate of the cocktail neophyte? Something boozy and balanced, sure … Read more
Sour night
Sour Sidecar I made a Sidecar the other evening but was requested to make it a bit more sour. So… Brandy – 1.5 oz Grand Marnier – .5 oz Lemon juice – .5 oz Lime juice – .5 oz Add ice and ingredients to shaker. Shake and strain into a cocktail glass. Personally, I don’t … Read more
Wry Coffee
Today, many of my friends were suffering in cold weather or dealing with travel in snowy conditions. Therefore, despite being in the low 70s in Austin, I decided to whip together a coffee drink for my miserable friends. Wry Coffee Rye Whiskey – 1.5 oz Rum (white) – 1 oz Cointreau – .5 oz Coffee … Read more
Survivorman and Gin
I was a bit bored and felt like trying something new. However, I was limited on my options in the liquor cabinet but my pantry was well stocked. First, I had this pretty bottle of Tanqueray Gin just begging for a little attention. I also had the better part of a bottle of Grand Marnier … Read more
