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April Shower Spring Cocktail

Posted on April 29, 2013 | Leave a comment

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Perhaps we can encourage a bit of warm and thirsty weather with a bit of spring cocktail sipping. The Americano is a great highball drink to keep in mind when thinking of spring cocktail possibilities. It can go from deep and lush to light and refreshing by just altering the spirit ratios. Spring also gets me in the mood for one of my favorite classic cocktails; the French 75. Gin is traditional, but I prefer mine with cognac. Sipped on the deck with the sun shining or while listening to the rain makes no difference. Just knowing spring is in the air is perfect!

Speaking of rain… Hopefully the all too familiar saying, “April showers bring May flowers,” holds true.

The April Shower cocktail is quick and easy to build over ice. Fresh orange juice combined with the Benedictine leans this a little toward the sweeter sider. Dial back the Benedictine just a smidgen if you like. The drink is a bit fruity like a good spring cocktail should be.

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April Shower

1 ounce Brandy

2 ounces Orange Juice

1 ounce Benedictine

Club Soda – approximately 3 ounces

2 Cherries Garnish

Build in highball glass over fresh ice. Top with club soda. Stir. Garnish with cherries.

Garnishing Tip:

I like to layer garnishes within rocks and highball drinks when possible. Layered garnishes add visual appeal and splash of color to the drink.

Layered Cherries Garnish in April Shower Cocktail

Layer garnish by placing a few cubes of ice in the bottom of glass followed by cherry. Continue with another cube or two of ice followed by another cherry and so on until you end at the top of the glass with cherry on top. This does mean using more than the specified “2” cherries garnish in the recipe, but cocktail sipping is meant to be fun. So get a little carried away with those cherries. You know you want to double dip in that jar anyway!

Find more fun garnishing ideas on my Pinterest page.

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Classic Cocktails at The Peninsula Chicago

Posted on April 9, 2013 | Comments Off

One of the drawbacks of working with cocktails and spirits on a daily basis is deciding what to order from cocktail menus when I go out for drinks. I know; sounds like a horrid problem. But it really is difficult. Often the same handful of classic cocktails appear on the menu with a variety of either way too sweet or way too outlandish signature drink recipes on the opposite side.

Two weekends ago I was fortunate enough to visit one of my favorite Chicago hotel bars; The Bar at The Peninsula Chicago. The Bar is a chosen favorite due to the superior quality of service, its intimate, yet dynamic atmosphere and the attention to detail that goes into the cocktails offered on the menu as well as the manner in which they are served. The Bar’s staff is superb for their cocktail knowledge, skill and the manner in which they regard every guest with special attention.

Though I’ve enjoyed the Vieux Carré cocktail before, I usually enjoy this classic cocktail served up in a martini glass. The Bar serves the Vieux Carré on the rocks as it was originally intended. This 1930’s classic cocktail was the creation of Walter Bergeron and named after an old French term in relation to New Orleans’ French Quarter (le Vieux Carré) meaning, “the Old Square.”

Vieux Carré Cocktail

3/4 ounce Rye Whiskey

3/4 ounce Cognac

3/4 ounce Sweet Vermouth

1 Barspoon / 1 teaspoon Benedictine

2 dashes Angostura Bitters

2 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters

Lemon Twist

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Stir or shake to chill. Strain into rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with lemon twist.

How appropriate the Vieux Carré cocktail continues to make an appearance on hotel bar cocktail menus as it was originally created at what now is the Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans. Its hotel bar, Carousel Bar, sometimes substitutes dry vermouth for sweet vermouth. Try the Vieux Carré drink recipe both ways to see how you prefer it.

Though the Martinez cocktail comes up often in social media chatter, I rarely see this particular drink recipe on cocktail menus. It’s also a cocktail recipe I’ve never personally stirred up and poured for myself. When I saw it on The Bar cocktail menu it was an immediate must-try.

The Martinez

2 ounces Carpano Antica Formula (Sweet Vermouth)

1 ounce Ransom Gin

1 Tablespoon Luxardo Maraschino Cherry Liqueur

Dash Angostura Bitters

Lemon Peel Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Stir to chill. Strain into chilled martini glass. Garnish with fresh lemon twist.

The Martinez is fairly sweet with a unique flavor combination achieved with the inclusion of the Luxardo Maraschino Cherry Liqueur. This classic cocktail is a predecessor to the classic Martini. Once dry vermouth became plentiful, the Martinez took a back seat to the Martini and bar goers hardly looked back from their Gin Martinis. They just began adding a wider variety of garnish. If you take a closer look at the ingredients you’ll see the Manhattan in its early stages.

Ironically I just talked about the inclusion of the Champs Elysées classic cocktail on another restaurant’s bar menu last week. This is another cocktail I’ve sipped martini style, but The Bar serves on the rocks. I sampled this drink recipe martini style and on the rocks at The Bar in Chicago to test a theory; would it taste differently if it were made exactly the same, yet served differently? The answer; yes it did and I will most likely sip this one on the rocks from here on out. It was that much better in my opinion.

Champs Elysées

1-1/2 ounce Cognac

1/2 ounce Green Chartreuse

3/4 ounce Lemon Juice

1/2 ounce Simple Syrup

1 dash Angostura Bitters

Lemon Twist – Optional

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled martini glass. Garnish with lemon twist.

The Champs Elysées recipe I posted last week is a little different than the one here. Last week I modified the classic to my taste preference. This week the recipe appears as it is most often referenced by authorities in classic mixology. This version produces a bit sweeter cocktail than my adjusted variation.

The Bar at The Peninsula Chicago also served another favorite; the Corpse Reviver. This cocktail is often thought of around Halloween time due to its name, but the Corpse Reviver is a refreshing cocktail ideal for leisurely summertime sipping. It’s lightly tart with an almost sparkling lilt to it with its faint absinthe inclusion. It’s a drink recipe that should make every classic cocktail enthusiasts “must-try” list.

There really is something for everyone at The Bar at The Peninsula Chicago. Scotch flights for the whisky enthusiast, signature cocktails for the adventurous cocktail lover, wine and champagne and of course an array of delicious menu items from the hotel’s wonderful restaurants. Be sure to stop in at The Peninsula Chicago whether it’s for an evening’s stay, dinner or for a drink before evening plans. You’ll be treated well.

Thank you to The Bar’s manager, James, and bartenders, Erik, Tim and Loran for magnificent service, entertaining conversation and delicious cocktails while dining and sipping at The Bar at The Peninsula Chicago.

Cheri Loughlin Beverage Consultant & Photography Services

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6 Easy Two Ingredient Duo Drinks

Posted on February 5, 2013 | Comments Off

The Godmother drink is classified as a “Duo” drink. Duo drinks mix a base spirit with liqueur. In this case amaretto and vodka are used. In the case of the Godfather duo drink, scotch and amaretto are used in the same ratio. Other variations include the Royal Widow and Widow’s Cork. Find the base spirit to liqueur ratio you prefer for the most enjoyable experience.

Godmother

2 ounces Vodka

1 ounce Amaretto

Combine liquids in Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. Stir.

Royal Widow

1-1/2 ounce Canadian Whisky

1-1/2 ounce Amaretto

Combine liquids in Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. Stir.

Widow’s Cork

1 ounce Irish Whiskey

1 ounce Amaretto

Combine liquids in Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. Stir.

Another common Duo drink can be found bottled at your local liquor store or you can mix it in a glass yourself. The B & B cocktail was one of the first RTD (ready to drink) bottled cocktails on the market way back in the day.

B and B

1 ounce Brandy or Cognac

1 ounce Benedictine

Combine liquids in Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. Stir. Or… Place liquids in snifter and serve neat.

One could say the Green Hornet and Stinger cocktails are one in the same. They both contain the same base spirit, same liqueur and in the same recipe ratio. The difference is the Green Hornet contains green crème de menthe and the Stinger uses white crème de menthe. The ultimate taste ends up the same no matter if you use white or green crème de menthe. Of course there are variations in exact recipe amounts depending on personal taste. Play around with the recipe and tweak it to your liking.

Green Hornet

3 ounces Brandy

1 ounce Green Crème de Menthe

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Stir or shake according to preference. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Or… Combine liquids in large rocks glass over fresh ice. Stir.

Another exceedingly popular liqueur ingredient in Duo drinks is coffee liqueur. The Black Russian is an excellent example. Variations include the Dirty Mother with brandy and the Brave Bull with tequila.

Dirty Mother

1-1/2 ounce Brandy

1/2 ounce Coffee Liqueur

Combine liquids in Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. Stir.

Another delicious Duo drink that should make any “must try” drink list is the Rusty Nail. The Rusty Nail is an excellent crowd pleaser drink that’s easy to make and serve. It contains scotch and Drambuie.

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7 Two Ingredient Cocktails for Labor Day

Posted on August 31, 2012 | Leave a comment

Labor Day celebrates the hard working American laborer and is often observed as a day (or weekend) set aside for end of summer parties and celebrations. We could opt for high end, call out all the stops, seventeen ingredient cocktails to “Wow” and impress friends and guests, but why? There are many refreshingly satisfying two ingredient cocktails waiting in the wings. No muss, no fuss.

More Labor Day & two ingredient cocktails to enjoy.

The Highball is a basic recipe for many base spirits. The ratio of base spirit to choice of mixer evens out nicely giving you and guest options depending upon taste preference. A table or bar with selection of base spirits, variety of easy mixers and perhaps a few optional lemon, lime or orange slices allows your guests to prepare their own drinks, keeping your day labor free. Pick your poison…

Highball

2 ounces Base Spirit of Choice

3 ounces Mixer of Choice

Place base spirit (Whiskey, Vodka, Rum, etc…) in highball glass over fresh ice. Top with mixer (club soda, tonic, juice, etc…).

Cocktails in a beer crowd? No problem. These three two ingredient recipes offer alternatives for the combined beer and cocktail crowd.

Depth Charge

2 ounces Schnapps

1 pint Beer

Place schnapps flavor of your choice into chilled beer mug. Top with beer.

Shandy

7-UP

Beer

Place chilled 7-UP to the halfway point in a highball glass; no ice. Top with chilled beer.

Shandy Gaff

Ginger Ale

Beer

Place chilled ginger ale to the halfway point in a highball glass; no ice. Top with chilled beer.

Keeping it slow, comfortable and relaxed…

Comfortable Screw

1-1/2 ounce Southern Comfort

3-1/2 ounces Orange Juice

Orange Slice Garnish

Combine liquids in highball glass over fresh ice. Garnish with lime wedge.

Sloe Screw

2 ounces Sloe Gin

3 ounces Orange Juice

Place Sloe Gin in highball glass over fresh ice. Top with orange juice. Stir.

Since whiskey is king…

Kentucky Colonel Cocktail

3 ounces Bourbon

1 ounce Benedictine

Lemon Twist

Combine liquids in mixing glass with ice. Stir to chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with lemon twist.

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Review: Espolon Tequila Reposado

Posted on August 7, 2012 | 1 Comment

80 Proof / 40% alcohol

100% Puro Agave

Suggested Retail Price: $20 to $25 / 750ml bottle

Espolon Tequila Reposado Tasting Notes

Color: Light caramel in bottle. Light straw to pale gold in shot glass.

Aroma: Light. Earthy. Gentle spice. No burn on nose.

Tasted Neat: Some sweetness. Heat. Cinnamon notes. Honeyed sweetness rather than sugary. Hint of black tea. Lemon peel. Vanilla.

Mouth Feel: Thin, but pleasant.

Comparable Spirit: In my opinion tequilas are so varied in earthiness, drying on the tongue and sweetness, it is difficult to pin two different tequilas to a similar taste profile. There are different tequilas for different uses and moods. Above all, always choose a 100% Agave tequila. Always choose quality within the price range you desire. It’s definitely worth it.

Possible Uses, Pairings and / or Cocktails:

This is a great mixer tequila or could be served chilled in a shot. I would drink this on the rocks with simple lime twist. The gentle sweet notes of this tequila make it an interesting choice for certain. Espolon Tequila Reposado might also work well for cooking purposes.

Bebida de Puebla – created by Eric Alperin, The Varnish – Los Angeles

2 ounces Espolon Tequila Reposado

1/4 ounce Benedictine Liqueur

1/4 ounce Coffee Liqueur

1/2 ounce Dry Amontillado Sherry

Lemon Peel Garnish

Place all liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Stir or shake according to personal preference. Strain into chilled coupe or cocktail glass. Garnish by twisting fresh lemon peel over cocktail to release essential oils.

Review sample provided by representatives of Campari America

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Mariette

Posted on February 15, 2012 | Leave a comment

Mariette means ‘Little Bitter.’ This champagne cocktail rounds out with a little spice and vanilla with healthy use of bitters, but definitely washes across the palate pleasantly. Life is full of little bitter moments, but hopefully bubbles over pleasantly with more joyous ones.

Mariette – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/4 measure Tequila Blanco

3/4 measure Benedictine

1/2 measure Licor 43

1/4 ounce Premium Orange Liqueur

5 dashes Angostura Orange Bitters

5 dashes Angostura Bitters

Brut Champagne

Orange Peel

Combine tequila, liqueurs and bitters in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into champagne flute. Top with champagne. Garnish with fresh orange zest.

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Le Grand Brielle

Posted on February 1, 2012 | Leave a comment

This champagne cocktail would be lovely to toast celebratory occasions with its distinctive spicy notes deeply rooted within the combination of liqueurs. Mango can easily overtake the flavor if too much is added so keep it light to balance the pizzazz and zing of this delightfully hearty cocktail. Named for Brielle, meaning Exalted Goddess.

Le Grand Brielle – created by Cheri Loughlin

3/4 measure Benedictine

1/4 measure Premium Orange Liqueur

1/4 measure Licor 43

1/4 measure Mango Puree

1/4 measure Fresh Lemon Juice

5 dashes Classic Bitters

3 measures Brut Champagne

Lemon Twist Garnish

Place liqueurs, puree, juice and bitters in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with Champagne. Garnish with fresh lemon twist.

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Galliano

Posted on December 16, 2011 | Leave a comment

Maxim’s Coffee

1 measure Cognac

1/2 measure Benedictine

1/4 measure Galliano

Fresh Brewed Coffee

Floated Coffee Beans Garnish

Place cognac, Benedictine and Galliano in warmed, heat resistant mug. Top with fresh brewed coffee. Stir. Garnish with floated coffee beans if desired.

The Galliano bottle photo is available for digital download in the Wine & Spirits stock photography Gallery.

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Review: Absolut Brooklyn

Posted on October 5, 2011 | Leave a comment

The latest Absolut ‘Cities’ launch brings new flair to the Absolut bottle style with depiction of the omnipresent Brooklyn Stoop. The bottle, designed by Spike Lee, embraces the foundation of the Brooklyn community with vibrant color. Look closely to find clever mentions of Brooklyn within the stoop itself. But most notable, the Lars Olsson Smith seal has been altered for the first time ever. This limited edition Cities offering seal portrays Lars wearing a baseball cap and glasses reminiscent of Spike Lee.

Absolut Brooklyn Tasting

Aroma: Fresh cut apples; juicy. No alcohol burn. Barely there hint of spice. Simple lusciousness indicating sweetness to the tiniest degree.

Taste: The ginger lies in wait beneath the aroma showing through as primary, glowing forth with subtle spicy charm. Apple softens from the aroma of red juicy to fresh baked with hints of peel bringing a bit of depth to the fruit flavor. Lots of spicy play with overlay of cinnamon and sprinkling of pie crust.

This takes me a little off guard, a bit surprising. Not entirely an apple fan when it comes to cocktail and juice flavorings, I am quite taken by the appeal of this offering. Though it seems a bit off season as to its spring to summer delivery since the spirit comes across more warming, Absolut Brooklyn delivers well on the palate. This will definitely make bobbing for apples quite the treat at the next Halloween party when the season rolls around.

Spiked Core – created by Cheri Loughlin

2 measures Absolut Brooklyn

1/2 measure St-Germain Liqueur

1/4 measure Benedictine

1 measure White Cranberry Juice

1 measure Ginger Ale

Crystallized Ginger Round Garnish

Fill highball glass with ice. Add liquids in order given. Stir. Garnish with crystallized ginger round inserted directly in drink.

This drink builds upon the core flavors of apple and spice by gently enhancing the fruited sweetness of apple with St-Germain and building upon the spicy overlay with Benedictine. Choose to stop building the drink with the first three ingredients and a lovely warming cocktail emerges for fall to winter sipping. Shake it over ice and strain into a martini glass. Continue with all the ingredients over ice for a light and delicious apple inspired drink for summertime sipping.

This newest ‘Cities’ inspired offering honors and supports the Brooklyn community with Absolut Vodka donating $50,000 from profits from the sale of Absolut Brooklyn to Habitat for Humanity New York City.

Absolut Brooklyn sample for review courtesy representatives of the brand.

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70’s Cocktail Memories

Posted on September 12, 2011 | Leave a comment

The 70’s brings back memories of wood paneled station wagons, mood rings, platform shoes, discos, the Beatles, Star Wars, the Fonz and being a football fan, who could forget quarter back Joe Namath appearing in a Beautymist hosiery commercial wearing panty hose. Since this is a liquor site however, I would be remiss if I excluded the cocktails of the 70’s.

Cocktails from the 70’s have played as big a part in memory as bellbottom pants and the leisure suit. Visions of Harvey Wallbangers complete with the tall bottle of Galliano hitting the back bar and surf boards come to mind. Or how about freshly grated nutmeg atop a frothy Brandy Alexander? But really, I would be negligent to leave out the Tequila Sunrise, Pina Colada, Grasshopper, Pink Lady, Stinger, Manhattan, Rob Roy, Pink Squirrel, Martini, Bacardi Cocktail, Old Fashioned, Merry Widow, Rusty Nail, Daiquiri, Paradise Cocktail, Bronx, and Side Car. Then again there were also Cuba Libres, Salty Dogs and Grey Hounds, Screwdrivers, Gin and Tonics, and Tom Collins. Let’s not forget the Slow Comfortable Screw that had a most descriptive and unique twist in the 1991 Michael J. Fox movie, Doc Hollywood. While these cocktails were around sometimes decades before the 70’s they were all quite popular in the 70’s.

Why do they come to mind at this moment? Rhonda from California wrote in:

“Hey there! You are a wealth of information! I stumbled across your articles and I have a feeling I will be spending free moments…reading more.”

Rhonda goes on to tell me she is hosting a dinner party for her martini and margarita loving gourmet cooking club and wants to set the mood for a 70’s Cocktail Party theme. She has already thought out a clever scheme of vintage cocktail glasses. These have been collected for some time through yard and estate sales and thrift stores. Ingenious! People have been doing this mismatched place setting thing for ages with tea settings. Why not try this with martini glasses?! Stemware is gorgeous. There is no rule that says it all has to match. What an excellent way to keep everyone’s glasses distinctive without the need for stem markers and tags.

When planning a party the quick thought is always party punch. Punch leaves a hostess free to mingle with guests. However, Rhonda’s idea leans toward the presentational. She wants cocktails; trendy yet a throw back to the 70’s. This does not bring to mind party punch. My suggestion for Rhonda is the same as I do at my own parties. I plan four or five cocktails and print them on a menu for my guest to browse. Before the party I prepare the cocktail ingredients without ice in pitchers and refrigerate. I also prepare all garnishes ahead of time. That way when my guests arrive and make their cocktail choices, I am not measuring from three or four individual bottles and ingredients. I make one pour from a pitcher and then shake and strain. Their cocktail is perfectly measured and complete within seconds rather than being a time consuming chore. As the hostess, I am free to enjoy my time with guests and still make fabulous cocktails. I do not have to choose between the two. I never have a punch bowl with dipper filled with a fruity red sugary punch. My guests are treated to genuine glassware with unique garnishes and shaken cocktails. With a little leg work and preparation your next cocktail party will be a memorable event rather than just another party that seems like everyone else’s.

We cannot forget the recipes which is really what Rhonda wanted most. A great cocktail stands tall or falls short with the recipe and the quality of ingredients you choose. My article 21 Must Try Drinks covers recipes for the Bacardi Cocktail, Harvey Wallbanger, Manhattan, Martini, Old Fashioned, Rob Roy and Salty Dog.

What about the rest? The list is vast…

Merry Widow

Dash of Absinthe

2 ounces Gin

1/2 ounce Dry Vermouth

Dash of Angostura Bitters

Dash of Benedictine

Flamed Lemon Peel Garnish

Season a chilled martini glass with the Absinthe. Toss once. Set aside. Combine remaining ingredients in cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake gently. Strain into seasoned martini glass. Garnish with flamed lemon peel.

Alexander (Brandy)

1 ounce Gin or Brandy

1 ounce Dark Crème de Cacao

2 ounces Heavy Cream

Grated Nutmeg Garnish

Combine first three ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into a martini glass. Garnish with nutmeg.

Mark your calender. January 31 is Brandy Alexander Day.

Grasshopper

1 ounce Green Crème de Menthe

1 ounce White Crème de Cacao

2 ounces Heavy Cream

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into a martini glass.

Greyhound

1-1/2 ounces Vodka

4 ounces Grapefruit Juice

Pour ingredients together in a highball glass filled with ice.

Tequila Sunrise

1-1/2 ounces Blanco Tequila

4 – 5 ounces Fresh Orange Juice

Grenadine

Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in tequila and then orange juice, leaving room to top off with a float (approximately 1/2 ounce) of grenadine.

Stinger

2 ounces Cognac or Brandy

1 ounce White Crème de Menthe

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice.

Sidecar

1 ounce Brandy

1 ounce Premium Orange Liqueur

3/4 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice

Flamed Orange Peel for Garnish

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into an old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the flamed orange peel. * If served ‘up’ – strain into a small cocktail glass with a sugared rim.

Rusty Nail

2 ounces Scotch

3/4 ounce Drambuie

Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice. Pour in scotch. Float Drambuie on top.

Bronx Cocktail

1-1/2 ounces Gin

1/4 ounce Sweet Vermouth

1/4 ounce Dry Vermouth

1-1/2 ounce Fresh Orange Juice

Orange Peel for Garnish

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into a martini glass. Garnish with the orange peel.

Tom Collins

1-1/2 ounces Gin

3/4 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice

1 ounce Simple Syrup

4 ounces Club Soda

Orange slice for Garnish

Cherry for Garnish

Shake the first three ingredients with ice and strain into a Collins glass. Add the soda and stir. Garnish with the orange slice and cherry.

Pink Lady

1-1/2 ounces Gin

1/4 ounce Grenadine

3/4 ounce Simple Syrup

1 ounce Heavy Cream

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into a martini glass.

Pink Squirrel

3/4 ounce Crème de Noyaux

3/4 ounce White Crème de Cacao

1-1/2 ounce Heavy Cream

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well. Strain into a martini glass.

Pina Colada

1-1/2 ounce Light Rum

1 ounce Myers’s Rum

2 ounces Coco Lopez

4 ounces Pineapple Juice

Dash of Angostura Bitters

1 cup Crushed Ice

Garnish: Pineapple Wedge & Maraschino Cherry

Place all ingredients except garnish into a blender. Blend until frothy and smooth. Pour into a specialty glass such as a poco-grande and garnish with the pineapple and cherry. To make this into a Chi-Chi substitute the Rum for Vodka.