…And they keep coming! It appears that booze blogs are now breeding like rabbits — after posting info about the 15 newish (or old, but new to me) blogs a few weeks ago, I’ve come across / been reminded of /noticed a major change in another round of sites. Here are a few more worth… Continue Reading
Tequila por Mi Amante
Tequila por Mi Amante, or Tequila for My Beloved; Mexico City, 1937 This is a prepared beverage requiring patience and from three to four weeks. Tequila, 1 pint Ripe strawberries, 1 quart, cut in halves Wash and stem the berries, put into an airtight jar or bottle, pour on enough tequila to cover. Shut tightly… Continue Reading
Breaking in the New Stuff
Whoo-ee, do I love free shipping. In my case, of course, I missed the UPS van on Friday, so that meant I had to wait until Monday to tuck into the Lucid. Having now strolled down the newly-paved legal absinthe lane, I have to say I’m pretty pleased. I’ll leave the detailed breakdowns to those… Continue Reading
MxMo XVI – Fizz a la Violette
In case you can’t tell from the lousy photo, the drink is actually a bit more gray than violet. It’s also not too bad, though I can’t see myself making one again anytime soon. This round of Mixology Monday is brought to us by Anna at Morsels & Musings, and for her theme, Anna has… Continue Reading
Sleepy Hollow
I got nothin’ for history on this one, but it sure tastes good. Sleepy Hollow 2 ounces gin 1/2 ounce lemon juice 1/4 ounce apricot brandy 1/4 ounce simple syrup 1 sprig fresh mint Muddle mint in mixing glass, add ingredients & shake well with ice. Double strain into chilled glass. The recipe for this… Continue Reading
