I appreciate all of you for following along in my blog journey and look forward to playing with all of you in 2011.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Cheers to a New Year
As 2010 comes to a close, there are many things to look back fondly. It was an incredible year.
I appreciate all of you for following along in my blog journey and look forward to playing with all of you in 2011.
Best wishes and CHEERS. See you next year.
I appreciate all of you for following along in my blog journey and look forward to playing with all of you in 2011.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Infused Vodka for New Year's Eve
The hubby loves the flavor of black licorice and enjoys sipping on Absinthe. I thought it would be fun to make black licorice infused vodka for martini's on New Years Eve.
Infusing spirits is so much fun! Its a great way to experiment with your own personal tastes. The concept is easy, just combine a favorite flavor into a base liquor to create a custom spirit.
Here are a few steps you can follow:
1. Choose your spirit:
Your base spirit will set the foundation for a good infusion. Choosing a decent spirit that is smooth and clean will allow the added flavors to shine.
2. Choose your flavors:
Herbs, spices and fruits are most comonly used for infusions. Use your imagination to create some wonderful combinations, there are so many choices out there.
3. The Beginning:
The process itself is very easy. Choose a clean, air-tight jar: I like to use drink dispensers as they are nice to look at, quart sized mason jars will work as well.
4. Infusion Time:
You will want to store your infusion in a cool, dark place and shake or stir it 3-5 times a day for the duration of the infusion. On average the ingredients should stay in the liquor for 3-5 days. Some of your more intense flavors will only need 3 days, less intense flavors should stay in the jar for a full week or more. Taste every few days to get the flavor you are looking for.
5. The Finish:
Once your infusion has reached it's peak in flavor you'll need to take the flavoring ingredients out of the jar. Use a fine strainer or paper coffee filter to strain the vodka into another clean jar.
ENJOY!
Infusing spirits is so much fun! Its a great way to experiment with your own personal tastes. The concept is easy, just combine a favorite flavor into a base liquor to create a custom spirit.
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1. Choose your spirit:
Your base spirit will set the foundation for a good infusion. Choosing a decent spirit that is smooth and clean will allow the added flavors to shine.
2. Choose your flavors:
Herbs, spices and fruits are most comonly used for infusions. Use your imagination to create some wonderful combinations, there are so many choices out there.
3. The Beginning:
The process itself is very easy. Choose a clean, air-tight jar: I like to use drink dispensers as they are nice to look at, quart sized mason jars will work as well.
4. Infusion Time:
You will want to store your infusion in a cool, dark place and shake or stir it 3-5 times a day for the duration of the infusion. On average the ingredients should stay in the liquor for 3-5 days. Some of your more intense flavors will only need 3 days, less intense flavors should stay in the jar for a full week or more. Taste every few days to get the flavor you are looking for.
5. The Finish:
Once your infusion has reached it's peak in flavor you'll need to take the flavoring ingredients out of the jar. Use a fine strainer or paper coffee filter to strain the vodka into another clean jar.
ENJOY!
Monday, December 27, 2010
I Love My New.....
Sunday, December 26, 2010
The Happiest of Holidays
Mom, Dad and Hubby, Conservatory of Flowers, Ferry Building, Champagne and Wine, Good Food, Union Square = The Happiest of Holidays.
Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend filled with love and good cheer.
Love to all!
Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend filled with love and good cheer.
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