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Bawdy Toddy

Posted on December 28, 2012 | Comments Off

Hot Toddy cocktails are great for sipping fireside, but the Bawdy Toddy was definitely designed with Girl’s Night out in mind. Let loose and enjoy a little cool weather goodness with this warming shot.

Apple goodness with warm bourbon notes. Bit of nut.

Bawdy Toddy – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 measure Bourbon or Whiskey

1/2 measure Apple Cider

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into shot glass.

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Posted in Shot-tails, Shots & Shooters

Tagged Apple Cider, Bawdy Toddy, Bourbon, Girl's Night Out, Shot-tails, Whiskey

Riesling Cider

Posted on October 30, 2012 | Leave a comment

Do you keep instant hot cider on hand for the kiddos? Now you can enjoy a bit of spiked hot cider using the same little packages. Riesling wine complements the apple flavor in this quick and easy recipe.

Riesling Cider – created by Cheri Loughlin

5 ounces Riesling Wine

1 ounce Water

1 package Instant Apple Cider

Cinnamon Stick Garnish

Whipped Cream with Allspice Sprinkle optional

Place wine and water in heatproof measuring cup. Heat in microwave for 1 minute. Stir in package of apple cider. Stir with cinnamon stick until apple cider is completely dissolved. Transfer to heatproof mug. Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkle of allspice if desired.

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Posted in Barista Cafe, Fall & Thanksgiving

Tagged Apple Cider, Cider, Cinnamon, Holiday, Riesling, Riesling Cider, Whipped Cream, Wine, Winter Warmer

Review: Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Posted on August 13, 2012 | 1 Comment

The Major’s Reserve – Speyside

80 Proof / 40% alcohol

Suggested Retail Price: $30 / 750ml bottle

Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes

Color: Light gold.

Aroma: Buttery. Leans toward medium weight. Very soft smoke. Fruit and nut aroma. Warming.

Tasted Neat: Coffee / mocha on the back end of first taste. Bit of cola carbonation sort of after coffee / mocha flavor fades. Almost detect taste of beer foam. Walnut. Date. Apricot.

Mouth Feel: Light, but not too thin.

Comparable Spirit: This scotch would easily please without leaning too far in extremes of smoke or singular flavors jumping to the forefront. Very approachable scotch.

Possible Uses, Pairings and / or Cocktails:

I would sip this neat or on the rocks. It might also fair well in the Bobby Burns cocktail.

Glen Grant Major’s Summertime Punch

1 ounce Glen Grant The Major’s Reserve

1 ounce Sparkling Apple or Pear Cider

Splash Ginger Beer

Splash Fresh Lemon Juice

Apple Slices Garnish

Build in highball glass over fresh ice. Garnish with apple slices. Alternative Serve: Multiply ingredients by number of servings needed. Build in pitcher or punch bowl over large block of ice. Ladle into punch or rocks glasses. Garnish.

Review sample provided by representatives of Campari America