posted by admin on Oct 19
It’s an interesting mixed drink filled with flavor. The Cherry Hooker is a simple highball of cherry brandy and orange juice that is often shaken in the glass. To do this place the bottom of a shaker or a cheater tin over the filled glass and (while holding both glasses firmly) give it a good shake or two.
posted by admin on Oct 19
A pineapple and coconut delight for hot days, the Chi-Chi is a wonderful tropical frozen cocktail that is something a little different than the average Margarita. A reader is also looking for a Chi-Chi recipe that was popular in the 70’s and 80’s that involves freezing the main mix overnight and adding 7-Up. If you know this recipe, please share it with us at the forum.
posted by admin on Oct 19
Halloween is almost here, and why should the kids have all the fun? I enjoy Halloween as much as my 5-year-old son. With that in mind, I thought I'd put together a list of treats for the moms and dads out there. The kids might not let you raid their candy stash, but you scare up some fun of your own with these wines.
Vampire - These might be the most obvious Halloween wines. I see mentioned on blogs and in magazine articles and you can't deny that the bottle has a very festive look to it. You can choose from Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Rosé, Pinot Grigio, White Zinfandel, or Chardonnay. Under the Dracula label they offer a Zinfandel and a Syrah. The grapes for this wine used be grown on the Transylvanian plateau, but the current vintage is made front California fruit. Just try to drink a glass without saying in your best "Dracula" voice, "I vant… to drink… some vine!"
posted by admin on Oct 19
The Martinez is the one of the predecessors to the Martini. This cocktail adds sweet citrus to the gin-vermouth combination with small amounts of triple sec and orange bitters, resulting in a smooth and uplifting drink that is perfect anytime of day.
View Video: How to Make a Martinez
