Clara's Great Depression Holiday Special! Recipe: Cucidati Cookies (Sicilian Cookies by Clara) FILLING Boil 2 cups of water and add 1/2 cups sugar. Let cook. 3/4 cups shelled hazel nuts 1/2 cups shelled almonds 1/2 cups shelled walnuts 1/2 cups shelled pecans Toast all nuts ...more
Bridget Albert, master mixologist, shows how to shake up a delicious alcoholic drink. Follow along with the step-by-step directions in this how-to video and learn how to make an old fashioned cocktail. For the recipe used in this video cocktail-mixing tutorial, you will need s ...more
Ew. Ew. Ew. Valentine's Day has passed but, take it from me, ladies always like a little romance... Portland-based industrial designer Sarah Tisdale fell for her next door neighbor and consequently dreamed up the perfect gift. "The two had bonded recently over their love for ...more
Forget the Catcher in the Rye, try out this Basil in the Rye, which is a modern take on the classic cocktail Sazarac. If you're willing to try out new mixed drinks, then this is definitely one you need to down. Both delicious and satisfying, with an aromatic feel. And this is ...more
We were invited to my Wife's Cousins house for Thanksgiving Dinner and I wanted a unique but fabulous dessert. I had Doug find us a recipe and this is what he came up with. It is a Pumpkin Bread Pudding with a caramel whiskey sauce. By that, I mean a Bread Pudding made with Pu ...more
This whiskey drink video shows the right amount of ounces of Southern Comfort, melon liqueur, & pineapple juice to pour for this shot. Watch the bartender mix and shoot the Rick Flair shot.
The Old Fashioned is one of America's earliest cocktails. It has very few ingredients, but is very complex and is quite challenging. Brown sugar syrup adds extra flavor and works very well with the bourbon. If you use a different base, such as Crown Royal Canadian whiskey, bro ...more
This instructional video takes you step by step in making an old fashioned--a classic cocktail still enjoyed today. Steps: 1) Mix sugar and water 2) Add bitters 3) Add 50ml Bourbon Whiskey (such as Maker's Mark, Jim Beam, Jack Daniels, etc.) 4)Add ice cubes 5)Stir for at least ...more
Got a sniffling nose, congested chest, and plenty o' coughs? We don't blame you. Winter is officially cold season, and with all the crowd-filled parties and shopping malls you'll be at, airborne disease risk is at an all-time high. This drink will cure what ails you. Lemon ju ...more
Over the past two years, the tech industry has formed a series of symbiotic relationships that are now converging in the augmented reality space. This week, we took a look at these interrelated technologies and how they are shaping the future of AR. Meanwhile, Marvel and HBO ...more
Believe it or not, but Jack Daniels whiskey can actually enhance a meal, and not just as a drink. Jack Daniel's adds a great flavor for your marinade. "A little for the food and a little for me." Check out this video tutorial to learn how to rock out and cook beef kebabs with ...more
This book surprised me. I read it for 2 reasons. 1) It seemed like one of those decently famous books that I should probably have read. 2) I wanted a hint into why anyone would name their son Evelyn. I didn’t receive an answer to my second inquiry, though I did discover tha ...more
Whether your palate runs to domestic or imported, a piece of cheese can be a real treat for the senses. Its smell, taste, and texture are all parts of its appeal. A big part of what makes that savory wonderfulness comes from the microbes in and on the cheese. Thanks to a team ...more
Mixologist Chris McMillian walks us through the history and preparation of the Irish Coffee. This is a classic after dinner drink and was created in Ireland and introduced in the US in the Buena Vista Cafe in San Francisco. Ingredients: One shot Irish Whiskey (Jameson) Unrefi ...more
Learn everything there is to know about Scotch whisky with LX.com's George Oliphant at the Brandy Library in New York City. Older and more expensive doesn't mean better with Scotch whisky, nor does it ruin Scotch to add water. Learn other ways for how to enjoy drinking Scotch ...more
What part of drink responsibly don’t you understand? WILD TURKEY® Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, 50.5% alc./vol. (101 proof), 40.5% alc./vol. (81 proof). ©2011 Skyy Spirits, LLC, San Francisco, CA.
Wear your heart on your sleeve - literally - by crafting this origami heart pin. Show some love for Cupid's holiday by creasing and folding your way to origami perfection. This heart pin can be used as a bookmark, and as a present it can be tucked into a book of romantic poet ...more
Learn how to mix a delicious Mir Cocktail drink! Ingredients: * 1 oz Vodka * 1 oz Jack Daniels (whiskey) * Fill with Coca-Cola Instructions: Pour both shots over rocks into a highball glass. Fill with coke, or soda of your choice. An easy drink to mix that will show everyb ...more
American Bartenders School shows how to make a Irish Coffee mixed drink cocktail recipe. You will need Irish whiskey and coffee. Learn how to mix an Irish coffee cocktail by watching this video beverage-making tutorial.
What better way to learn how to mix a drink than from a hot girl! This bartending how-to video teaches a cocktail recipe for a Mellow Tennessee. You will need Jack Daniels whiskey, ginger ale, and orange juice. Follow along with this video mixology lesson and find out how to m ...more
In this video host David takes us through how to make a rich homemade Bailey's Irish cream. In quite a jovial way our host begins to run down the ingredients for us, while placing each into a blender (double cream, a very thick full fat whole cream -- chocolate syrup -- instan ...more
Bridget Albert, master mixologist, shows how to shake up a delicious alcoholic drink. Follow along with the step-by-step directions in this how-to video and learn how to make a pineapple black sour. For the recipe used in this video cocktail-mixing tutorial, you will need bour ...more
I have a very similar map on my wall at home, but this map links to info on each distillery. Awesome!
Here is sweet and salty seafood recipe that you are sure to enjoy. This cooking how-to video will show you how to prepare and cook honey and soy sauce salmon. Make this seafood recipe at home tonight, we are sure you'll love it. Ingredients for soy sauce and honey salmon: 1/2 ...more
This is called Lynchburg lemonade because you must use Jack Daniels whiskey from Lynchburg, TN. Pay close attention, because there is no lemonade in this drink.
This is a very easy, delicious cocktail to make; all you need is one part whiskey (Maker's Mark does well in this drink), 1 part sweet vermouth, a dash of bitters and some brandy infused cherries as a garnish. Mix and serve! Make the sour cherry Manhattan cocktail. Click throu ...more
Bourbon whiskey and apple liqueur make up the apple martini cocktail. Follow along with bartender Andrea as she gives step by step directions for how to mix up this sweet and fruity specialty drink. Watch this video beverage making tutorial and learn how to mix the Woodford Re ...more
Guinness? Cupcakes? Guinness Cupcakes?!? Yes, that's right. Enjoy the best of both worlds with some special and delicious Guinness cupcakes, perfect for the Irish beer connoisseur. Every bite of these cupcakes is incredible. Watch this how2heroes video and you will see the ch ...more
Jack Daniel's is the best whiskey to mix drinks with. JD is just about good for anything though, especially this sweet cocktail. Check out this video tutorial to learn how to rock out and make a Jack n' julep cocktail. Nathan Lippy is the king of food, drinks, and rock 'n' ro ...more
In this video by Stupidly Simple Snacks you will learn how to make a simple caramel sauce. Follow these simple steps to make the caramel sauce which goes on top of the Coffee Caramel Bourbon Cupcake. You will need the following: Heave whipping cream, unsalted butter, one cup o ...more
Bourbon whiskey, peach schnapps and sweet and sour mix make up the sweet and fruity fuzzy peach martini cocktail. Follow along with bartender Francine as she gives step by step directions for how to mix up this specialty drink. Watch this video beverage making tutorial and lea ...more
Egg nog is popular over the holidays, but it's also a delightfully warm beverage for those cold and stormy days. See how to make egg nog from scratch. Ingredients for this holiday drink are eggs, salt, sugar, rum, whiskey, milk, vanilla, whipping cream and nutmeg.
Getting weird looks from the other dudes at the bar? Maybe because you're ordering a sex on the beach like the other women. Spit out that tropical drink or wine spritzer and throw away your stemware. It's time to put some hair on your chest, hoss. You Will Need: • Testostero ...more
Anthony Caporale gets help from the staff of Bean Traders coffee shop in Durham,NC in making this classic. This video starts off with David Chapman, the owner of Bean Traders, giving a quick Coffee 101 for the uninitiated, followed by Madonna the manager showing how to make co ...more
You will need some whiskey of your choice. It is also fine to use brandy if you like that better. Next make some tea as you would normally brew tea. The steeping process of the tea may be cut short as it is not the main flavor. After the tea has been brewed take a mug and pour ...more
Learn how to create the finest cocktails from Francesco LaFranconi, Vegas Master Mixologist and Bartender Extraordinaire! The right tools will make a big difference in the quality of a drink. Likewise, picking the right bourbon to suit the drink being made, or a mixer to suit ...more
A bar trick in which you lift a shot of whiskey using only the palm of your hand.
Looking for other ways to enjoy absinthe? Try this delicious, smooth cocktail - the Sazerac. You will need: 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/4 ounce water, 6 dashes absinthe, 2 ounces rye whiskey, 1/4 - 1/2 ounce Herbsaint and a strip of lemon peel for garnish. Make a smooth Sazerac cock ...more
American Bartenders School shows how to make a High Ball mixed drink cocktail recipe. You will need American whiskey and ginger ale. Learn how to mix a high ball cocktail by watching this video beverage-making tutorial.
Mixologist Eben Freeman, of Tailor restaurant in New York City, demonstrates how to prepare a variation on the classic Mint Julep cocktail. This Southern whiskey drink conjures up lazy afternoons on the porch or a day at the Kentucky Derby, so it's more of a sipping and enjoyi ...more
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Learn how to mix an Ebola cocktail from a hot girl in this instructional bartending video! Ingredients: * 6 oz Tequila * 6 oz Vodka * 6 oz Dark rum * 6 oz Gin * 12 oz sweetened Pineapple juice * 6 oz Whiskey Instructions: Mix all ingredients together in pitcher and to add a ...more
Learn how to mix a Depressed Goalie from a hot girl in this instructional bartending video! Ingredients: * Ice * 3 1/2 oz Bourbon (Jim Beam) * 2 oz Pepsi Cola * 2 oz Mountain Dew Instructions: Fill the jar with ice. Pour over the 3 1/2 oz of whiskey (Jim Beam). Then add the ...more
Grill Guru Ted Reader cooks up a quick grill recipe using Peach & Bourbon BBQ Sauce, whiskey, and bratwurst. Learn how to grill seasoned and basted bratwurst sausages by watching this video cooking tutorial.
You've had a whiskey sour before, right? It's a classic. Why not try a new twist on an old favorite? You'll love the nice crisp flavor of the rosemary, along with the tartness of the grapefruit and lime. This cocktail will help cool you off in hot summers! An aromatic rosemar ...more
Woodford Reserve bourbon whiskey, sugar, mint, lime juice, Sprite and sweet and sour mix make up the mint julep cocktail. Follow along with bartender Andrea as she gives step by step directions for how to mix up this traditional drink. Watch this video beverage making tutorial ...more
The Vieux Carre was first created in 1938 by Walter Bergeron, the head bartender at the Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans. To mix the Vieux Carre you will need brandy, rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, Benedectine, and bitters. Watch this video beverage-making tutorial and learn how ...more
Learn how to mix an Imagination cocktail from a hot girl in this instructional bartending video! Ingredients: * 3 oz Rye whiskey * 8 oz Ginger ale * 1 tsp Lime juice Instructions: Pour the Rye whiskey into the glass. Add desired amount of ice. Fill to top with ginger ale an ...more
Lino shows you the proper way to make a Manhattan. This classic drink can be made from any scotch, whiskey or bourbon but most often is bourbon based. Make a Manhattan properly. Click through to watch this video on how2heroes.com
Ah, the Manhattan. Named after the detably greatest place on earth. Its rich amber-red shimmer lights up any dark room. The anticipation of the first sip is high, so high in fact, that hardcore Manhattan tipplers will tell you instantly not only what kind of whiskey was used ( ...more
What better way to start off a blog about Scotch whiskies than to write about our first impressions of some of our favorites? These notes are from a Scotch tasting party we threw a while back. It was fairly simple: we made meat, we asked people to bring individual bottles, and ...more
Planting roses can make your home beautiful, but there is more to planting roses than just picking one from your local nursery. Selecting a rose that will stay in scale with the container without much heavy pruning can make all the difference in having healthy, long-lasting, p ...more
Nothing takes the chill out of a brisk night like mulled cider, this winter favorite. You will need apple cider, cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, cloves, and allspice. Optional: rum, whiskey or brandy. Enjoy this holiday recipe for mulled cider.
The Sazerac is a regional drink you may not have heard if you haven't been to New Orleans or Mardi Gras, and the key to this one is how it's made. Technique is everything. You'll need a rocks glass, ice, simple syrup, rye whiskey, bitters, pernod, and a lemon twist.
I wish this site wasn't so full of Flash annoyances. This new whisky is actually a triple-malt that's aged in Bourbon casks. It's made for cocktails. Sounds pretty cool, doesn't it? Anyone seen it or give it a try? What do you think of it? Via NOTCOT.
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This recipe shows you a basic Old Fashioned cocktail, using 2 ounces rye or bourbon whiskey, one sugar cube and a dash of Angostura bitters. And then you're shown a modern update, calling for: 2 ounces whiskey, one sugar cube, 3 wedges of orange, Angostura bitters and 1/2 ounc ...more
Definitions Aging If you bought a bottle of Twelve Year Old Scotch, and you hang on to if for nine years, guess what you have? A bottle of 12 year old Scotch. Scotch Whiskey is different from wine in the aging process. Only bad things can happen after its bottled. Keep it in ...more
A traditional taste of the Emerald Isle, with a powerful whiskey kick. So popular that the Irish host an annual festival in its honor! Make a traditional Irish Coffee cocktail. Click through to watch this video on videojug.com
This is a new bar opening in our neck of the woods in Silver Lake. The Thirsty Crow is whisky and bourbon-centric, meaning that there will be no pansy ass vodka cocktails. Check out the menu, which includes a good selection of whiskies from the Highlands and Islay, and even a ...more