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Mexican Holiday

Posted on November 13, 2012 | Leave a comment

Mexican Holiday utilizes the flavors of fall with cranberry, orange and spices usually reserved for delicious baked goods. The use of flavorful, easily prepared syrups keeps cocktails freshly flavored and interesting. Mexican Holiday is wonderful for fall, but transitions easily to summertime sipping with lemon wheel garnish and use of Camarena Silver Tequila instead.

Mexican Holiday – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 measure Camarena Reposado Tequila

1-1/2 measure Cranberry Juice

1/2 measure Spiced Orange Syrup*

1/2 measure Lemon Juice

Cinnamon Stick Garnish

Combine liquids in rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with cinnamon stick to stir.

*Spiced Orange Syrup – created by Cheri Loughlin

Zest of 1 Orange

10 to 12 Whole Cloves

1 heaping tablespoon Whole Allspice

3/4 cup water

1-1/2 cup Cane Sugar

Place all ingredients in saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is completely dissolved (approximately 5 minutes). Strain. Discard zest and spices. Refrigerate syrup.

Cocktail Recipe commissioned by Camarena Tequila Representatives

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Posted in Christmas Cocktails, Corporate Mixology, Fall & Thanksgiving

Tagged Camarena Tequila, Corporate Mixology, Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lemon, Holiday, Mexican Holiday, Orange Syrup, Tequila

Review: DonQ Pasion Rum

Posted on November 12, 2012 | Leave a comment

Puerto Rican Rum with Natural Passionfruit Flavors

60 Proof / 30% alcohol

Suggested Retail Price: $12 to $15 range

Availability: United States offices opened in June 2009 with the purpose of increasing availability to all fifty states. DonQ Pasion Rum has limited availability in US at this time.

Tasting Notes

Color: Mostly clear with just barely there tinge of ecru w/ very light peach. Not perfectly clear.

Aroma: Detect a bit of alcohol on the nose, but no burn. Passionfruit inclusion is barely there if at all. Fruit is extremely faint.

Tasted Neat: Light sweetness. Toasted type sweetness. Burn. Passionfruit is again very light. I do like the unusual sweetness with its mix of burnt sugar, roasted fruit feel. More fruit comes through in third to fourth sip. Not liking the after taste neat, but this is not a flavor that is meant to be sipped neat. It’s meant to be paired with favorite mixers.

Mouth Feel: Upper end of light.

Possible Uses, Pairings and / or Cocktails: Variation on classic Cosmo comes to mind first, using Passionfruit Rum version. Might also go well with orange juice with squeeze of lemon. Possibly Sprite topper.

Holiday Highball

2 ounces DonQ Pasion Rum

1/2 ounce DonQ Anejo Rum

1 ounce Passion Fruit Juice

1/2 ounce Simple Syrup

Sparkling Wine

Mint Sprig & Lemon Wheel Garnish

Combine rums, juice and simple syrup in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend & chill. Strain into highball glass over fresh ice. Top with splash of sparkling wine. Garnish with mint sprig and lemon wheel.

Pasion Madras

1-1/2 ounce DonQ Pasion Rum

1-1/2 ounce Orange Juice

4 ounces Cranberry Juice

Orange Slice Garnish

Build in highball glass over fresh ice. Garnish with orange slice.

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Posted in Christmas Cocktails, Reviews

Tagged Christmas, Cranberry Juice, DonQ Pasion Rum, DonQ Rum, Holiday, Holiday Highball, Madras, Orange Juice, Pasion Madras, Passion Fruit Juice, Passionfruit Rum, Rum, Simple Syrup, Sparkling Wine

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

Bitter End

Posted on October 28, 2012 | Leave a comment

Light pineapple with ever so slight dryness. Excellent as a single on the rocks drink or doubles as a party punch. Versatile drink works well for summer due to the fruit inclusion as well as fall to winter due to the light, yet dry spice Campari brings to the drink. Suitable for celebrations.

Bitter End – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 ounce Spiced Rum

1/4 ounce Campari

1/4 ounce Lime Juice

3/4 ounce Pineapple Juice

1/2 ounce Ginger Ale

Orange Twist Garnish

Build in rocks glass over fresh ice. Top with ginger ale. Garnish with orange twist.

Punch alternative: 24 ounces Spiced Rum, 6 ounces Campari, 6 ounces Lime Juice, 18 ounces Pineapple Juice, 12 ounces Ginger Ale. Thin sliced orange garnish. Place all liquids except ginger ale in 64 ounce pitcher. Stir. Refrigerate until time to serve. Serve in punch cups. Top with ginger ale. Garnish with thin slice of orange.

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Posted in Fall & Thanksgiving, Halloween Cocktails

Tagged Bitter End, Campari, Fresh Lime, Ginger Ale, Halloween Cocktails, Holiday, Pinapple Juice, Punch, Spiced Rum

Triumph

Posted on December 30, 2011 | Leave a comment

Triumph – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 part Hiram Walker White Peach Schnapps

3/4 part Castarede Armagnac VSOP

3 parts Brut Champagne

Long Orange Zest Twist

Combine Hiram Walker Peach Schnapps and Castarede Armagnac VSOP together in a cocktail shaker. Zest orange peel over the liquid mixture to capture the essential oils and then place twist as garnish in champagne flute. Add ice to mixture. Shake to chill. Strain into champagne flute. Top with Brut Champagne.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals.

High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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Posted in Cocktails, Corporate Mixology

Tagged Armagnac, Champagne, Cocktail Development, Holiday, Peach Schnapps

Champagne Imperial

Posted on December 28, 2011 | Leave a comment

Champagne Imperial

1 measure Herring Cherry Liqueur

Champagne

Place chilled Heering Cherry Liqueur in champagne flute. Top with champagne. Garnish with fresh cherries or maraschino cherries according to preference.

Cocktail photos are is available for digital download in the Stock Photography Gallery.

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Posted in Champagne & Bubbly, Holidays

Tagged Champagne, Cherry Heering Liqueur, Holiday, New Year's Day

Kentucky Sparkler

Posted on December 13, 2011 | Leave a comment

The Ginza with its use of ordinary sake inspired the Kentucky Sparkler. This cocktail reduces the ratio of bourbon due to Baker’s higher proof, but fully utilizes its flavor. This version also takes full advantage Zipang Sparkling Sake turning this drink into a celebration style cocktail when the need arises. Addition of bitters adds depth of character and a hint of spicy flair.

Kentucky Sparkler – created by The Intoxicologist

1 measure Baker’s Bourbon

1/4 measure Simple Syrup

1/4 measure Lemon Juice

3 drops Orange Bitters

1-1/2 measure Zipang Sparkling Sake

Lemon Twist Garnish

Combine all liquids except sparkling sake in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Top with sparkling sake. Garnish with lemon twist.

My preferred way of enjoying Baker’s is with a single cube left to melt idly in the glass while the bourbon warms to room temperature again. Savoring the full warmth of this one increases the enjoyment in my opinion. The texture remains smooth as silk, full and rich, warm and supple. Baker’s Bourbon displays wonderful notes of vanilla and caramel.

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Posted in Cocktails

Tagged Baker's Bourbon, Bourbon, Fresh Lemon, Holiday, Orange Bitters, Simple Syrup, Stock Photography, Zipang Sparkling Sake

Shopaholic

Posted on December 8, 2011 | Leave a comment

Perfect for holidays and gift giving times… The shopaholic is a bit self-indulgent and wants one of everything.

Shopaholic – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 measure Coffee Liqueur

1/4 measure Hazelnut Liqueur

1/4 measure Butterscotch Schnapps

1/4 measure Irish Cream

1/4 measure Heavy Cream

Layer liquids in shot glass in order given. Layer by carefully drizzling liquids over back of bar spoon, one on top of another.

Decadent indeed! Definitely dessert worthy. Creamy coffee with lovely silky sweet notes.

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Posted in Christmas Cocktails, Cocktails, Shot-tails, Shots & Shooters

Tagged Butterscotch Schnapps, Christmas, Coffee Liqueur, Hazelnut Liqueur, Heavy Cream, Holiday, Irish Cream, Shot-tails

Chocolate Christmas

Posted on December 6, 2011 | 1 Comment

Chocolate Christmas

1-1/2 measure Vodka

1-1/2 measure White Chocolate Liqueur

1 measure Half & Half

1/4 measure Hazelnut Liqueur

1/4 measure Raspberry Liqueur

Raspberries Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with skewered raspberries.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals.

High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.

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Posted in Christmas Cocktails, Cocktails

Tagged Chocolate Liqueur, Christmas, Half & Half, Hazelnut Liqueur, Holiday, Raspberry Liqueur, Vodka

Peppermint Rocks

Posted on December 1, 2011 | Leave a comment

Peppermint Rocks

2 measures Vodka

1 measure White Crème de Menthe

1/4 measure Peppermint Schnapps

Peppermint Stick Garnish

Combine liquids in rocks glass over fresh ice. Stir with peppermint stick garnish.

Cheri Loughlin is a leading cocktail and photography resource for beverage companies, event planners, businesses and individuals.

High resolution cocktail and beverage stock photography images are available in downloadable digital format in the newly redesigned Stock Photography Gallery at www.cheriloughlin.com.