Scotch Whisky, Tasting - How to The Nose Whisky tasting is done principally with the nose - a far more acute organ than the tongue, although the two interrelate as the sample is swallowed. While there are only four primary tastes, there are 32 primary smells. These are aromatic volatiles, which are detected by a small fleshy bulb called the Olfactory Epithelium, located at the back of our noses and having a direct link to the brain. The Tongue As well as registering the primary tastes, the tongue also detects what is termed 'mouthfeel' - the viscosity, texture and smoothness of the fluid we are swallowing - and 'pungency' (which is essentially an evaluation of pain - from irritation to unbearable - and is also picked up by the nose). In whisky tasting, pungency is particularly apparent in very strong spirit, which may sting your nose and tongue and induce numbness (temporary anaesthesia). Flavour Is a combination of three factors: smell, taste and feeling.
30 Drinks Every Bartender Should Know So I have a new hire who is about to bartend her first bartending shift and I was about to e-mail her 30 drinks every bartender should know and looking for a list (so I wouldn’t have to make it) and almost every list I found was absolutely ridiculous. For example, one site listed the Bocci Ball (don’t know what it is, probably never will as in 12 years no one has ever ONCE asked me for one). Or the Freddy Fudpacker (aka The Cactus Banger) – once again NEVER HEARD anyone order either of these ever ONCE. I’m not naming any drinks on this list where the ingredients are the name i.e. vodka tonic, amaretto sour, or gin and juice. 1. How To Make the Top Cocktails Every Bartender Should Know Apple Martini I hate to even put this on the list, but it is a cocktail that I get an order for at least once a weekend. 3 oz Apple Pucker, 2 oz Vodka, (can add 1 oz fresh lime sour if you happen to have something like that in your bar) shake and serve up with a bright red maraschino cherry Rusty Nail
Lemon Drop Jello Shots These Lemon Drop Jello Shots were a huge success at our football tailgate this weekend. Everyone was so surprised at the presentation and how great they tasted. So, as promised here's the info for how to make these fun little treats. Lemon Drop Jello Shots - 8 large lemons - 2 packages lemon Jello (3 oz each) - 1 cup boiling water - 1 cup citrus vodka - 1/2 cup lemon juice - 1/2 cup ice cold water Cut the lemons in half lengthwise. Squeeze the lemon juice out into a separate container and set aside. Prepare the Jello mixture by mixing 1 cup of boiling water with two packages of lemon Jello. Pour the Jello mixture into each lemon half so that they are completely full. Once the Jello is firm, and you're ready to serve, cut each half into three slices. This recipe can also be modified to use with any other citrus fruit like oranges or limes. source: savory reviews
Strawberry Margarita Jell-O Shooters Strawberry Margarita Jell-O Shooters Margarita Jell-O Shooters ~ A fun farewell to summer and a festive edition to your Sunday football tailgate party or gatherings. For another Jello shooter variation like this one, check out my Lemon Drop Jello Shooters cut into the shape of lemon wedges and my Rocky Candy Shooters shaped just like the rock candy you loved as a kid. Strawberry Margarita Jello Shooters As many of you know, my Lemon Drop Jell-O Shooters are my issued dish from my girlfriend who holds the annual tailgate kickoff amongst our friends. Now that we can finally make the next one in two weeks, she has again requested Jell-O shooters. That being the case, I opted to try what you see here. Besides how cute and fun are these? Printthis recipe Saveto recipe box Yield: Makes 24-30 Shooters Ingredients: 24-30 Strawberries Margarita Mix 1 box Strawberry Jell-O8 ounces tequila, preferably reposado or blanco6 ounce CointreauSalt for garnish Directions: Strawberry Prep: A few notes: Leave a Comment
DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte One of my all time favourite flavours is pumpkin. It's nostalgic aroma brings back all those memories of Thanksgivings and Halloweens. Chicks, tell me now, is there anything better than curling up with a good book, magazine or DVD with a pumpkin spice latte? I think the answer to that would be no. Being thrifty and a DIY adventurer, I set out to find a pumpkin spice latte recipe that could easily be done at home. Also- a pumpkin spice latte is the perfect excuse to cuddle with someone. What you'll need:2 1/4 cups milk2 1/2 tablespoons canned pumpkin2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or more if you like the spice! Directions: In a saucepan combine milk, pumpkin and sugar and cook on medium heat, stirring, until steaming. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and spice.To froth up the mixture, you can transfer to a blender for 15 seconds or simply whisk the mixture at a fast pace until it becomes foamy. Pour into mug then pour espresso on top.
blog : Thirst Quench: Hydrating Drinks For Summertime By Wendy Tremayne We recognize the summer by the longest days and shortest nights and by thunderstorms and hail. It is the season of the monsoon rains that flood gardens and bring autumn’s harvest. It is also the season of the butterfly, bee and rattlesnake. In-Season Fruit Punch Ingredients 2 finger lengths of lemongrass 1 thumbnail-sized piece of skinned ginger Juice from 2 limes or lemons 1 cup of in-season fruit (Cherries, melon, strawberries, blueberries, tart cherries, goji, prickly pear fruit, and watermelon are all excellent) 3 cups of water, a pinch of salt 4 mint leaves (optional) 4 – 8 tablespoons sweetener (optional/to taste) Directions Step 1: Combine all ingredients except the sweetener in a blender. Nature’s Own Herbal Iced Tea Blend Try these dried herbs mixed together in any combination instead of a black tea. Mint Holy basil Chamomile Hibiscus Lemon rind Rose petals Mullein Step 1: Combine any/all of the above ingredients in dried form. Mesquite Mock Iced Coffee True Sangria
50 Smoothies : Recipes and Cooking 1. Banana Blend 2 bananas, 1/2 cup each vanilla yogurt and milk, 2 teaspoons honey, a pinch of cinnamon and 1 cup ice. 2. Strawberry-Banana Blend 1 banana, 1 cup strawberries, 1/2 cup each vanilla yogurt and milk, 2 teaspoons honey, a pinch of cinnamon and 1 cup ice. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Strawberry Watermelon Coolers - Eat. Drink. Love. Strawberry Watermelon Coolers Imagine this: you are getting ready for the day and you look in the mirror and think, “My gosh, my hair looks magnificent today.” “Hey everyone, come see how good I look!” Then, you head out to the office, thinking it’s going to be a great day. This, my friends, is the story of my life. Damn you, humidity!!! It’s been unbearably hot here in Florida. Meet my new favorite drink. Print Yield: about 6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 2 cups watermelon, seeds removed1 pint strawberries, hulled2 limes, juicedsimple syrup, to taste*1 cup crushed iceAbout 6 cups strawberry sparkling waterstrawberry vodka (optional)* Directions: In a blender, add the watermelon, strawberries, lime juice, and crushed ice. To prepare simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a sauce pan, heat until the mixture comes to a light boil and the sugar has dissolved.
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