tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-66879450395018797752023-11-15T22:32:47.042-08:00Big City BartenderJordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-27628832705943497702010-05-07T08:01:00.001-07:002010-05-07T08:20:28.996-07:00Mothers Day Momosa<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIBAnxmoccV88Wdgc9qhMpL7SIREql168ZS54jSrCxETK31xyYV25DP2xA0pInhSdH6hBaEIxToNCRlQPeqyEjyeewa3bdgeX_DZ0G5PyXUurCbtSKn_7HRPIVO7xEm7gvovde-I-Pka4/s1600/mimosa.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIBAnxmoccV88Wdgc9qhMpL7SIREql168ZS54jSrCxETK31xyYV25DP2xA0pInhSdH6hBaEIxToNCRlQPeqyEjyeewa3bdgeX_DZ0G5PyXUurCbtSKn_7HRPIVO7xEm7gvovde-I-Pka4/s320/mimosa.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468548014490334258" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif6aHymoq_pb0hHb7cPnffzi-kyOo0DYV0okJvaiqmw9_aegtaoFwxqHKDJMNghYsbqGr_rksCwjq-TZ2c55r5VRWxQzAaC4iS516427ze8tYrZbXfuO1nBbZVk6rz3I6Ly7_e5hZUtd4/s1600/Family.jpg"><br /></a><br />Ok, so Mothers day is coming up and everyone wants to do something special for the mother of their children, or their own mother. So why not kick off the day with breakfast in bed served with a Momosa (Champagne or sparkling wine, Orange Juice, Crushed Ice, and a little something that mom would love that only you would know about). My mother loves having her entire family together, so I would serve the cocktail with a nice family photo clipped to the side of the glass. Without this extra touch, you're simply serving a Mimosa. Cheers!Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-9558592452050181142010-05-07T07:14:00.000-07:002010-05-07T08:00:10.391-07:00Favour your FlavourDistinguishing yourself from other bar tenders can be a bit tricky. Most bartenders try to distinguish themselves by having their own jokes, throwing a flare move or two, or by looking super sexy. But the quality of your drinks can also distinguish and set you apart. And one way to up your drinks is through signature bitters.<div><br /></div><div>Bitters is an herbal drink. Historically it was concocted as herbal remedies for illness. Angostura (a brand) bitters was popular during the world wars and the song, "Just a teaspoon of sugar," was originally intended to help the Angostura go down, but was changed to medicine in order to be more child appropriate. Even though Angostura bitters is 44%, you can buy it in grocery stores around Ontario. All you under</div><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 100px; height: 178px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu1xmVaS7WXTpnQptqqyUZTINUxOa-3oRQMo3hkKd5rx1p1r1lkzC4W1bu9BZJxdkgecDE4-7Qh9Gt4bDZSUrczfEaawK-GRjzdwtePnvYRTCdybq6uECpPbIdCcGBKjpupTB90VxxHdY/s320/Bitters.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468540970759084754" /><div>age drinkers, you don't need ID to buy Angostura and</div><div> it's probably safer than drinking Benadryl (but I only encourage responsible drinking). </div><div><br /></div><div>I read a GQ magazine years ago that had an article on the best drinks in the U.S. (<a href="http://www.gq.com/food-travel/wine-and-cocktails/200807/20-best-cocktails-america">The 20 Best Cocktails in America</a>) and I wish I had kept it. One of the tricks of these bartenders was to use bitters in their drinks. Most had their own recipes when it came to bitters. This is where you can have some fun! Mixing your own flavoured alcohol is creative and can result in the most unique drinks you may ever try. A friend of mine, Tyler from Auberge du Pommier made a Strawberry and Black Pepper Corn TeQuila mix (which would be nicely served with a bit of lemon juice and a candied lemon twist). Nonetheless, you can make your own signature bitters using Vodka or Gin as your base. Then add a bit of flavour by adding herbs and or spices that you favour (cloves, coriander seedlings, cinnamon, ginger root).</div><div><br /></div><div>I enjoy a dash of bitters in my manhattans. I find it just gives it a good kick. Classical Manhattan's always had a dash of bitters. I once went to a Casey's at Kennedy Commons and asked the bartender there for a <a href="http://bigcitybar.blogspot.com/2009/05/manhattan-megalomania.html">Bourbon Manhattan</a> (click for recipe), and the restaurant must have been going through a large staff turnover, because the bartender returned to me asking me how to make a manhattan. Then he told me that they had no Bourbon... and he didn't think they had bitters either... I ended up with a rum a coke that night. Since then the staff has turned-over again and the bartender there now serves <a href="http://bigcitybar.blogspot.com/2009/05/bloody-caesar-rebellion.html">Bloody Caesars</a> (click for creative recipes) in wine glasses, which is visually appealing, but a little feminine for a sports bar... I keep going back to Casey's for t</div><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 319px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNsDjCPsSDeyksKA2XyNtqreOxlDhVkSPhxoFUoLT-qS9bZtZ5txfcMwEDPD8c-Y9My-1gsnqUx-wxb1RB_DIQRYxnWqHmaetJX3raa7AlwVhWah1S9Ag1-3a6ivMs1QaF891T2PucdcA/s320/whole-spices.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468542479368648418" /><div>he Nachos. They're the best in town.</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyhow, if any of you make fantastic bitters or flavour your own liquor and have stumbled across an amazing discovery, I'd love to hear about it. Don't worry, I wont steal and commercialize your recipes. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here's a frew to start you off.</div><div><br /></div><div>Cucumber and Cellery Vodka with Pepper Corns - great for caesars. </div><div>Orange Peel and Green Tea Vodka</div><div>Cinamon, Cardimum, and Cloves with Brandy</div><div><br /></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-7078998831711660612010-05-04T20:48:00.000-07:002010-05-04T21:20:58.843-07:00Rusty Nay-sayersThere are so many haters out there trying to bash alcohol consumption. <div><br /></div><div>But the truth is that alcohol in moderation can be good for you. Here's the coles notes of the benefits of a drink a day.</div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FF0000;">Dementia</span>: reduced in drinkers. (This will help you remember which drink you're on)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#006600;">Gallstones</span>: risk is reduced by 50%. (Helps if you're into pub food)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#CCCCCC;">Heart Health</span>: less chance of dying from heart attacks or hear disease! (For those who have a wife, and or kids)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FF99FF;">Ischemic Stroke</span>: Careful, this one is a fine line, drinking moderately reduces risk but heavy drinking will offset and may increase your risk of Ischemic stroke. </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFF99;">Type 2 Diabetes</span>: Same goes for this, moderate good, excess baaad. (If you see yourself developing a beer belly, you're probably drinking excess)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#3366FF;">Vascular Benefits</span>: I think this means breathing benefits, so smokers have a drink with that cancer stick. </div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFCC00;">General Health</span>: I gotta feeling, that tonight is going to be a good night!</div><div><br /></div><div>For the more "technical" article, click <a href="http://food-facts.suite101.com/article.cfm/health_benefits_of_alcohol">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>By the way, when you indulge in your moderate consumption of alcohol, don't do it before bed. Alcohol can help put you to sleep, but research shows that your quality of sleep will be diminished. </div><div><br /></div><div>To all those alcohol bashers or nay-sayers, I toast my Rusty Nayl to you! </div><div><br /></div><div>1 part of Good Laddie Scotch (not actually a brand)</div><div>1 part of Drambuie (mint with a slight bit of whiskey nose) </div><div><br /></div><div>For more information on Scotland's famous liqueur (fit for a prince) <a href="http://www.artofdrink.com/2006/03/lochan-ora-vs-drambuie.php">check out this review</a> (or just go to their webpage)</div><div><br /></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-969132082103134622010-05-03T08:51:00.000-07:002010-05-03T09:33:31.388-07:00Apple and Oranges (healthy drinks)Cant remember where you put your keys? Are your knees achy? Well there's probably an app for that, but there are also drinks for that too.<br /><br />Apple juice contains antioxidants that help balance your brain and hence improves your ability to learn and remember. Orange juice contains something other than vitamin C that helps reduce joint inflammation. For more technical terms and information check out this article from <a href="http://www.realage.com/tips/3-good-for-you-drinks?click=p3link1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">realage</span></span>.com</a>.<div><br /></div><div>So drinks with OJ are bountiful. The most common one being the screwdriver (OJ and Vodka). However, my favourite drink with OJ/Apple Juice is the Green Tea Gin <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Mojito</span></span> with a splash of sunshine (I <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">don't</span> have a picture yet). If you're not a fan of Gin, you can really substitute any other white alcohol instead.</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div>Step 1. </div><div>The Green Tea Gin <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Mojito</span></span> takes some forward thinking. First you'll need to brew some green tea, and try to make it as concentrated as possible. Once you have a strong tea, put it in the fridge to cool down. </div><div><br /></div><div>Step 2. </div><div>In a glass, muddle some mint leaves and lime with just a bit of raw sugar. Then pour in some of your chilled green tea leaving space for ice, gin, and sunshine (orange/apple juice). </div><div><br /></div><div>Step 3.</div><div>Add your ice and juice (I prefer thick and pulpy OJ for more texture or Tropicana's Apple Juice which comes in a carton because it is rich and thick). Garnish your drink with a fresh mint leaf and a lime wheel or lime twist. </div><div><br /></div><div>Voila, you now have a relaxing, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory cocktail! Enjoy this knowing you're doing your body well. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-17619779638700544002010-03-22T08:37:00.000-07:002010-03-22T09:38:00.029-07:00Spring Swing Sangria<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1vuuQwdVcEoWcfYx8xdH83XyFPr4sINDRyht-Qx0tLgJP0E-br26T2D6hUB_X-xkUFAorjuCecuq4ZZLhv_HZpDnolbWS5WpgwW3InebNQue4SH1gCFxuYG1MzeKqLNal911QQzfJhmk/s1600-h/red+sangria.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 160px; height: 120px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1vuuQwdVcEoWcfYx8xdH83XyFPr4sINDRyht-Qx0tLgJP0E-br26T2D6hUB_X-xkUFAorjuCecuq4ZZLhv_HZpDnolbWS5WpgwW3InebNQue4SH1gCFxuYG1MzeKqLNal911QQzfJhmk/s200/red+sangria.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451488641263736690" /></a><br />Snow is melting, patios are opening and the sun stays out longer. Perfect time to practice and perfect your very own sangria mix. This post is to empower YOU to make your very own sangria mix to match your likings. Here's the tricks to the mix.<div>Chose a wine you like. </div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC5CH0CdzVWt8cmGCLvAU48q0xXTWQixs4AWIaavQXGS2-A5C7CiFCPVxH0xCHBACZ4KihRWnbTyTsav7SmtxKINEjChv4skcEQWK_7eBdoCx3b2z8oJQd16UPQfkSwLBy0ddFibEVDjU/s320/strawberry+sangria.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451489679312988962" /><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"></span>Chose flavors you want to highlight or contrast from the wine.</div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"></span>Add fruit to broaden the wine's bouquet and to bring some sweetness.</div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"></span>Let the flavors mix and mingle for a bit.</div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"></span>Add liquor (I like Cointreau or Lychee Soho for a white wine Sangria) and some brandy.</div><div><br /></div><div>For some creative inspiration check out the recipes for Sangria at <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/search/delegate.do?fnSearchString=sangria&fnSearchType=site">foodnetwork.com</a></div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"></span>Add the soda, either soda water or something flavored.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Serve with friends.</div><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 160px; height: 120px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtp-Mpsr_-ipPZVimV67rB6Qn_rpHdRv77GiByVc60DmBUqSVECCBLzvp8Fcb_vXgaEnNPgE7Ww95FdKwTUgWc0OIHnMyqNnL4Z3NuYj1gOTlvYdqS8cSvq2V5UGLfWNY6XTqCaVGcgck/s200/sangria.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451488823899592946" /><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><br /><br /><a class="DiggThisButton">('<img src="http://digg.com/img/diggThisCompact.png" height="18" width="120" alt="DiggThis" />’)</a><script src="http://digg.com/tools/diggthis.js" type="text/javascript"></script>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-80974267934144163712010-02-26T06:54:00.000-08:002010-02-26T07:47:31.655-08:00Quando Cointreau<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguL_szx8cJ-HtcXjsnVFhkcsk3DJ8z9dqxIJ-gFxZ_VXXkEBf6IGK6DnL7U9OdyEm_O5uV0jmovHiA35yWN_zlZWp4aigFDYhdXoA6OawavREmBKmNBV42ZMDGsG4MJCRgA7aY7BxesSY/s1600-h/cointreau.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 233px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguL_szx8cJ-HtcXjsnVFhkcsk3DJ8z9dqxIJ-gFxZ_VXXkEBf6IGK6DnL7U9OdyEm_O5uV0jmovHiA35yWN_zlZWp4aigFDYhdXoA6OawavREmBKmNBV42ZMDGsG4MJCRgA7aY7BxesSY/s320/cointreau.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5442567952777547330" /></a>Cointreau, the beauty of cointreau is that it's 40%. So you get the flavour without dilution. Cointreau is a superb replacement for anything that requires triple sec. So ladies, if you want to make your cosmo more Cointreauversial (I didn't come up with that, it's their marketing word) then add a splash of Cointreau instead of your triple sec. <div><br /></div><div>Recipe:</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">1 oz Cointreau</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">2 oz Vodka</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">3 oz Cranberry</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">.5 oz Lime Juice</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">Squeeze of fresh lime.</span></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div>Place all ingredients into a shaker with ice, then shake shake shake! (The harder you shake the frothier it will pour). Then pour it through a strainer into your martini glass. Garnish with a lime wheel or a decorative lemon twist. Remember the longer the twist the better.</div><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 95px; height: 112px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-IOzmghH1eXpawviya-TtEDpkHRpq5S94wyfQuMLXcaoxY5bw69ni5wC87cdW7R3Yt3Fa-k23hzUw2Bva_IX-qs2C6afGqSMdNeA3eYCmVn0F6e0Qnk1c9n-Mz5N_hY-PWB87emX2vh0/s200/twist+cosmo.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5442575641314001138" /><div><br /></div><div>Here I will let you in on my little secret. Every time I do a le</div><div>mon twist, I peel the zest over the glass. This way, the oils that are in the lemon skins fall over the glass and adds just the essence of lemon. I then take the twist and give it a quick rub around the rim of the glass. Then I pour in cocktail. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now while doing my research for this blog, I came across a beautiful recipe. It's the Cointreau Teese (created by Dita Von Teese). I haven't tried it, but the presentation is striking.</div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 271px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ5VIMC3WsD0epst4Z6IG0PuhUFspWuw_VUNRYy0jhU1qBohmq4ZjG1HkPBxd9GRDXJ87Jhr-CKQhqiZlDpWaDPlJRm7A0rZcBUDUec8uRuPFp7TyT5OOZXao397ckkkt9vnhrDjOPXoQ/s320/CointreauTeesepackshot.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5442576309245713026" /> <a href="http://www.cointreau.us/cocktails/creative-cocktails/cointreau-teese-800055.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">Here's the recipe</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">:</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(92, 66, 49); font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10px;"><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">4 cl (1 1/2oz) Cointreau<br />2 cl (3/4oz) Apple juice<br />1,5 cl (1/2oz) Monin violet syrup<br />1,5 cl (1/2oz) Fresh lemon juice</span></span></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'times new roman';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;"><br />Frost ginger around the rim of the glass</span></span></span></p><p style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; font-size: 1.1em; "><br /></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">Ok, so what if you're a man? Guys, Cointreau can go in your coffee. Nothing quite like a glass of coffee with a shot of Cointreau and a Cuban cigar. For guys it's all about the simple pleasures in life. </span></span></span></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">For more recipes using Cointreau, check out their sight here -> </span><a href="http://www.cointreau.us/cocktails/creative-cocktails-800054.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFFFF;">http://www.cointreau.us/cocktails/creative-cocktails-800054.html</span></a></span></p></span></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-1600193589792296642009-05-14T23:27:00.001-07:002009-05-14T23:28:20.683-07:00Cape CodSimplicity<div><br /></div><div>Rocks Glass, Ice to the top, Vodka, Cranberry to fill, Lime wedge. </div><div><br /></div><div>Voila,</div><div><br /></div><div>Cape Cod.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-789645692866078012009-05-08T08:14:00.000-07:002009-05-08T08:32:30.624-07:00The Dai Qui Ri<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4vOW2b4c3VEHfgG1NMJ4eJM5GUkjU9VoJfv6ceFqCXh_VRjnFy7LAPtC7om0Ri-f6Qhn_YVxo2-HgEpRncDN0FRsG-67zIw80NWINxY2AFsEmLMWbiud5vBVLqntjIO1NMr1bqUMIp3E/s1600-h/Daiquiri.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 190px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4vOW2b4c3VEHfgG1NMJ4eJM5GUkjU9VoJfv6ceFqCXh_VRjnFy7LAPtC7om0Ri-f6Qhn_YVxo2-HgEpRncDN0FRsG-67zIw80NWINxY2AFsEmLMWbiud5vBVLqntjIO1NMr1bqUMIp3E/s320/Daiquiri.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5333476283235967218" /></a><br />Daiquiri's are a chill drink for a hot day. Made from daiquiri mix (Strawberry or Lime) blended ice, Rum, a sugar rim, and a splash of sour (lime or your own substitute), this drink will make you feel like you're sitting on a tropical beach. When you make your daiquiri's, try to blend it for as long as possible, this will ensure it's nice and thick and smooth to drink. <div><br /></div><div>Having your ratios right is really important for this drink; you reall wont want your daiquiri's to be too watery, so measure your drink in your glass before throwing it into the blender. And feel free to throw some fruit in the blender, perhaps some pineapple or banana, to add a more organic and tropical taste to it. If you feel a little more adventurous, add some Galliano (banana flavour) or Malibu Rum (coconut).</div><div><br /></div><div>Now to get the sugar rim is a very simple process. Throw some sugar into a saucer, then moisten the rim of your empty daiquiri glass (ideally a poco-grande) with a lime wedge or a slice of strawberry or even just water. Then dip the moistened rim into the sugar untill you get your desired rim. Eh Voila! </div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-44924104872169182292009-05-07T11:49:00.000-07:002009-05-07T11:52:05.566-07:00Bloody Caesar Rebellion<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhusuFS9hkVfjjMmlZnfiVParttLc-nayBSrCaCLYY0sC4A_KOlynWH4xtZu1UUCvJV-v4-QmaS6OU9iXUWkKIzXy3_UGdrpr2EHSLIDWsf_GoV13vo3yGVrRezaWccYTlCXVa-Gi1lcrs/s1600-h/wasabi+bloody+mary+with+bacon.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhusuFS9hkVfjjMmlZnfiVParttLc-nayBSrCaCLYY0sC4A_KOlynWH4xtZu1UUCvJV-v4-QmaS6OU9iXUWkKIzXy3_UGdrpr2EHSLIDWsf_GoV13vo3yGVrRezaWccYTlCXVa-Gi1lcrs/s320/wasabi+bloody+mary+with+bacon.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5301604638612846754" /></a><br />Finding a good Bloody Caesar isn't so difficult in Toronto, but finding one that is more than just your typical Worcestershire, lime, salt, pepper, and celery caesar is more challenging. You'd probably be best off making one for yourself. When you find yourself in the mood for an indie caesar, try a few of the following ingredients. The possibilities are endless. <div><div><br /></div><div>Dill</div><div>Pickle Juice</div><div>Paprika</div><div>Bacon strips (Garnish)</div><div>Horseradish<br /></div><div>Wasabi<br /></div><div>Ginger</div><div>Cucumber/vegetable infused Gin</div><div>Bitters</div><div>Jalepeno Peppers<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>If you find an amazing combination or if you have </div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>any other indie ingredients, let me know about </div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>them by posting a comment. </div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space:pre"> </span>Thanks!</div><div><br /></div><div>Photo Compliments of <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic; "><a href="http://flickr.com/photos/lulife/1410881495/in/set-72157602082144072/">lulife</a></span><br /></div></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-70698511938377406552009-05-07T11:48:00.000-07:002009-05-07T11:53:15.757-07:00Manhattan MegalomaniaWhat's more indie than something that's a little retro? Hence an ode to the Manhattan. This understated drink has stood the test of time. It's a man's drink, something that was good enough for your dad, if your dad had class that is. This drink transcends white collar and blue collar dichotomies and has stood the test of time. The simple mixture of whiskey (bourbon to make it indie), sweet vermouth, a dash of bitters and garnished by a single cherry is not only great tasting and smooth to drink, but it is also a statement of who you are. Smooth and slightly smokey, a modicum of mystery, not simple yet it is straight forward. Complex: yes. Convoluted, it is not. <div><br /></div><div><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 305px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOBRDeEhkcuS_DIo82NKNlEfodACUUtraxDe8sqUuXnMlpsU7eLIFPb2xYikZdeCPnkW6KaHTxsYhx3IAaHDcrpXf44tH-B5qNJsXLDGqlswNebuXD5tuY0joWT_oQMU4kugOL05o2-_8/s320/drink_rocks_straight.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5302743555834147746" /></div><div>This classic and masculine drink isn't for young strapping studs who would prefer shooters and beer, or slimy old sedentary drunks drinking swill. The Manhattan is a drink for gentlemen who know how to appreciate the finer things in life. The Manhattan is poetry, a metaphor for meditation; the drink shows that you appreciate and can find beauty that is clandestine and concealed: complex and complicated. <div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-90928596390467172882009-05-07T11:46:00.000-07:002010-02-26T07:48:49.760-08:00Night out Negroni's<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjkrZf873vfvHMku5DI612LCtHNs3F6n8prybwYg2aofCZqEJFPUxUAAo9nGV6VMIw3tCEXln_REyuanZyMGBaYJ2C-2X33_vsNHyIF5nuog-KcrNJ9E6LVenH32vujGw1ek4mRY4Dg3k/s1600-h/negroni.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 270px; height: 304px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjkrZf873vfvHMku5DI612LCtHNs3F6n8prybwYg2aofCZqEJFPUxUAAo9nGV6VMIw3tCEXln_REyuanZyMGBaYJ2C-2X33_vsNHyIF5nuog-KcrNJ9E6LVenH32vujGw1ek4mRY4Dg3k/s320/negroni.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5330922936158961906" /></a><br />I have yet to try a good negroni. It's elegant in appearance but harsh in the pallet. It's like being hit in the mouth with a fistful of feet. Composed of an ounce each of gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari then garnished with an orange and a splash of bitters, this pungent potion tastes horrible and invokes memories of Buckley's cough syrup commercials, "Tastes bad, works GOOD!" However, those who do enjoy the drink swear by it, so I'll just assume I haven't had one indie style yet. When ordering this retro drink, if your server looks at you sideways and needs to ask around to find out the recipe, change your order to a rum and coke.Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6687945039501879775.post-86755275132495481482009-05-07T11:44:00.000-07:002009-05-07T11:54:43.679-07:00Summer's Pleasures: Smith and KernsFor those men who enjoy a sweet drink, try the Smith and Kerns, or even better, it's bastard brother the Smith and Wesson. The Smith and Kerns is layered first with Kahlua, then followed by light cream, and topped off with Pepsi or Coke. The Smith and Wesson adds a shot of Vodka to the mix. Your final results is a layered popsicle looking drink with a masculine enough name as to not feel embarrassed in front of your business partners.<br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 146px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6_gDAHgU8vsafLCxG3uVpbzu-BOJkcSZraEQDEl1OxtBCZekTfgAblQ6oN3ftZk23N9-IxE2Ogt4IAndEaKVyh8JGreLNTFGryrEdut6wM8qBiVF4EE_GJPgKjsvEC_SbrqRTs7slEWk/s320/Smith+and+Kerns.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5330929216532815586" /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Jordan de Withttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11919240625176178701noreply@blogger.com0