What is it?
There is quite a bit of confusion over what this stuff is, yet tons of drinks call for it. Basically, Sweet & Sour Mix is sugar syrup combined with lemon juice, lime juice or both. To make mix 3 parts sugar and two parts water, heat gradually to let the sugar disovle, then let the mixture cool. Once cooled add 1 part juice and mix well. This should last a few weeks in the fridge and makes yummy margaritas.|W|P|114861751913046603|W|P|Sweet & Sour Mix|W|P|drinkoftheweek@gmail.com
|W|P|Can a sugar syrup be made with splenda?
This week's drink is made with Everglo, a new liqueur from Holland made with vodka, tequila, ginsing and caffine. Fuck ya - this stuff has everything and it's NEON GREEN. Can anyone say clubbin'! This was sent over by Tara at CyberNY, the makers Everglo's cool website. Thanks, and hook us up;) Link|W|P|114861503543849600|W|P|Drink of the Week - Cryptonite|W|P|drinkoftheweek@gmail.com
According to the folks over at Johnnie Walker, more and more folks are drinking scotch, and I believe them. Apparently you can make all kinds of fun stuff like scotch maragritas and cosmos... hmm. I didn't try any but people at the Johnnie Walker tasting in SF this blustery Friday night seemed to like them. I, of course, am a purist these days - limiting my self to "neat" or "on the rocks" servings of liquid gold. If you have never been to a Johnnie Walker tasting event, it is certainly a must. The folks at Diageo go all out - drink, food and a 360 degree multimedia presentation full of images of fast cars, yachts and of course Scotland. After a brief introduction by our host, who was disappointing absent of a kilt (so much for the good old days), we were treated to a history of the Brand and taken through it's five main labels - Black, Gold, Red, Green and Blue (oh we love you Blue, anyone with a bottle to spare?).
What we learned about each Johnnie Walker label
Black - the first Johnnie Walker Whisky. Developed by Johnnie Walker himself in the 19th century, Black Label is made of a blend over over 40 all aged at least 12 years.
Gold - the "champagne of whiskies", a blend a handful of Scotland's best 18 year old whiskies. They recommend freezing it four 24 hours and enjoy cold, letting it warm up in your mouth so you can taste the complexity. Perfect with chocolate, fruit and ???
Red - originally known as Extra Special Old Highland Whisky and re-introduced as Red Label in 1909, Red Label is meant to be mixed. Perfect for long drinks - Coke, ginger ale, Red bull all go well, even juices like cranberry. This is your party Scotch!
Green - Newly introduced, Green label (fomerly Pure Malt) is a blend of 15 year old Scotch whiskies, with none of the grain whiskies that are used in Black Label. It's so new, they haven't even added it to their site yet.
Blue - "the Ultimate Luxury Scotch Whisky", that's what they call it. I must say the name fits. it is damn good stuff, not your everyday Scotch. They have been making this blend of the rarest and most prized single malt Scotch's for over 100 years. This is no beginners stuff - I know, compared to these guys, I am, kilt and all. A bottle of Blue Label is an investment, not just a drink - think about that shit!
What we didn't learn was why black, gold, red, green & blue. Maybe we will get a visit to Scotland and that will be my first question on the distillery tour, oh the poor guide.|W|P|114750406614611285|W|P|Scotch Whisky - the New Vodka?|W|P|drinkoftheweek@gmail.com
This drink comes from our friend Brande. She says it's kinda like Birthday Cake - Yummy! link|W|P|114749906846647102|W|P|Drink of the Week - Birthday Partini|W|P|drinkoftheweek@gmail.com |W|P|Actually, this is a Hallmark card. Exact wording and everything.
Q: Is a standard shot 1 oz or 1 1/2 oz. I have been bartending for a while and I can get the count but I am not quite sure the amount I am pouring. thanks,
Shawn
A: I use a six count which should come out to 1 1/2 oz.
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Q: Can I use Chivas Regal Scotch (15 yrs. old) in a pecan pie recipe? That is the only whiskey I have on hand and it's never been opened. The recipe calls for bourbon.
A: While scotch and bourbon are both whiskeys, they have very different tastes. Bourbon is slightly sweet, which gives a wonderful taste to peacan pie. Scotch doesn't have the sweetness and many have a peaty flavor. Although I haven't tried it, I think that the scotch would not add a good flavor to the pie, it might even ruin it. Finally, as a scotch lover, the bottle you have is a good one. It is meant to be enjoyed neat, maybe with a bit of water. Please don't waste it in a pie.
Pecan Pie Recipes|W|P|114693788686762016|W|P|Cooking with Liquor - Pecan Pie|W|P|drinkoftheweek@gmail.com- Burritoeater.com
- Burritophile.com
- Burritobot.com
Here in California we take Cinco de Mayo and Burritos seriously. We love them so much there are not one, but 3 blogs dedicated to the burrito. 
David Wen|W|P|Of all the commercialized burrito places...Chipotle, baja Fresh, Freebirds, etcwhich one do you like the best?
the barkeep|W|P|Gotta be Freebirds. How many burritos did I have there at 3am? Yumm.
Celebrate the defeat of the French with this amazing tequila cocktail said to be the precursor for the Margarita. link|W|P|114671992155076353|W|P|This Week's Drink- Cinco de Mayo|W|P|drinkoftheweek@gmail.com