From the demo: The Strawberry Bandits Recipe Courtesy of On The Lamb recipe makes 4 drinks The base: 10 strawberries (more or less) 1 1/2 T Fattoria Estense balsamic vinegar The syrup: 1/2 cup light agave syrup 1/2 cup water 4-5 basil stems 1/2 cup minced basil leaves To make the syrup: Place the [...]
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VIN DE PAMPLEMOUSSE
From the Demo: Saving the Season, Winter Citrus Recipe Courtesy of Kevin West at savingtheseason.com SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: 2 5-liter (or five-quart) jars with a sealable lids. 5 750 ml bottles with stoppers INGREDIENTS 6 yellow grapefruits (please try to find organic fruit, since the peel macerates for[...]
Bacon Vodka & Bacon Marys
From the demo: Entertaining with Bacon! Recipes courtesy of Chef Amy Jurist 1 pound of strong flavored Bacon 1 Bottle(a fifth) of Vodka Bloody Mary Mix Bacon Salt Mason Jars Decorative Bottle Extra Bacon Pieces for garnish Bacon Vodka Fry the strips of Bacon in a pan, until crisp but not burned. Add[...]
CREAMED ‘COFFEE’ FLIP (one serving)
From the Demo: The Pleasures of Port As prepared by Andrew “the Alchemist” [a.k.a. COFFEE ‘COCKTAIL’1] Genre: POSSETS | Subgenre: CREAMED FLIPS Family: FANCY CREAMED FLIPS Group: FORTIFIEDLY-FANCY CREAMED FLIPS Subgroup: SPIRIT-BASED FORTIFIEDLY-FANCY CREAMED FLIPS Preparation-ware: Measurin[...]
Saint Charles Punch, One and 12 servings
From the Demo: The Pleasures of Port As prepared by Andrew “the Alchemist” SAINT CHARLES PUNCH (one serving) Genre: PUNCHES | Subgenre: TRADITIONAL PUNCHES Family: FANCY PUNCHES Group: FORTIFIEDLY-FANCY PUNCHES Subgroup: SPIRIT-BASED FORTIFIEDLY-FANCY PUNCHES Preparation-ware: Paring Knife, Mudd[...]
Fresh Peach Mint Spritzer
From the Demo: Easy Breezy Summer Catering Recipe Courtesy of Chef Meg Hall Makes 4 – 5 drinks 1 Large bottle of sparkling mineral water, chilled 4 Fresh Organic Peaches 2 Tsp Honey (or more to taste) 4 Sprigs of Fresh Mint 1. Pit and slice peaches and put in a blender with a splash [...][...]
Azteca Drinking Chocolate
From the demo: Introduction to Chocolate-Making Courtesy of Eclipse Chocolat 2 cups whole milk dried chilis 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 1 tbs honey 4oz chocolate Bring milk to a boil, add chopped chilis and cover. Steep for five minutes. Place sugar, water, and honey in a covered sauce pan and bring[...]
Fleur du Sal Drinking Chocolate
From the demo: Introduction to Chocolate-Making Courtesy of Eclipse Chocolat 2 cups whole milk 1 tbs dried lavender blossoms 4oz milk chocolate Fleur du sal crystals Bring milk to a boil, add lavender and cover. Steep for five minutes. Strain and reheat to a boil. Add chocolate and whisk. Serve in s[...]
Andrew the Alchemist’s Mulled Wine
From the demo: Mixology- March 7, 2009 Courtesy of Andrew the Alchemist MULLED WINE 6 servings In a saucepan, muddle one whole Lemon or Orange Peel paring with 1/2 cup granulated or superfine sugar. Remove lemon peel paring & add 3 cups/750 ml Red wine. Place over low heat, stir until sugar diss[...]
Andrew the Alchemist’s Valentine’s Punch
From the Demo: Valentine Drinks with Andrew the Alchemist, February 14, 2009 For ONE Serving: Genre: PUNCHES | Subgenre: CHARGED PUNCHES Family: SODA PUNCHES | Group: CLASSIC SODA PUNCHES Preparation-ware: Paring Knife, Muddler, Juice Press, Measuring Spoons, Jiggers, Mixing Glass & Tin, Ice Ton[...]
Molecular Gastronomy: Sphere Floater Cocktails
From the demo: Molecular Gastronomy Two Recipes Courtesy of Chef Andi Phillips 1T calcium chloride 5 cups water 1 cup Midori or Blue Curasao 1 teaspoon sodium alginate 2 liter bottle of 7-Up In a large bowl, dissolve the calcium chloride in the water.� In the jar of a blender combine the Midori [...]
Un-Curry’s Badshahi Chaha (Spiced Tea Fit for a King)
From the Demo: Indian Tea Party with Un-Curry. January 31, 2009 Serves 4, Time: 10-15 minutes My grand-mother’s tea is a lovely rich brew. You can also try cinnamon sticks, cloves, whole cardamom, dried ginger powder or fresh grated ginger in this tea. Ingredients: 4 cups whole milk Or 2 cups milk[...]
WASSAIL: Holiday Punch
From the demo: WASSAIL, As prepared by Andrew “the Alchemist” Genre: Mulls Family: Mulls Preparation-ware: 9” Roastpan & 2 qt. Saucepan Presentation-ware: 6 qt. Punch Bowl Service-ware: 51/2 fl-oz. Footed Bar Glasses (or 6 fl-oz. Punch Cups) Service-ware prepa[...]
Lavender’s Mulled Cider
Ingredients: 4 Tablespoon Mulling Spice 2 Quarts Unsweetened Apple Cider 6 Cinnamon sticks ½ teaspoon Cracked black pepper Method: Add Mulling Spice to cider. Bring to a simmer. Add cinnamon stick and cracked pepper. Simmer an additional 5-10 minutes. Strain and serve! Adult version: Substitute 2/ [...]