On a warm Saturday afternoon what better way to relax than try this tangy and sweet drink. Tea isn’t just for ladies brunches, this version packs a real punch while still being comforting and refreshing. And it couldn’t be easier – think of adding this to your menu…
1. The word brandy literally means “burnt wine” – having been derived from the Dutch word “brandewijn”
2.There are 13 minerals that are essential for human life, and supposedly all of them can be found in alcohol.
3. Even before we starting finding a worm in the bottom of our tequila bottles, it was tradition for a Gusano butterfyl caterpillar to be placed at the bottom of every bottle of Mezcal.
4. An average bottle of Champagne contains approximately 49 million bubbles.
5. Drinking a glass of milk can cause a person to blow a .02 on a breathalyzer test, and that is enough to cause legal issues in some American states.
6. In order to make a bottle of wine, you will need to have approximately 600 grapes.
7. McDonalds in many parts of Europe has alcohol on its menu, but not in the US – which has some of the strictest drinking laws in the Western World.
For more frivolous alcohol facts visit www.flask.com
Coffee and alcohol are 2 of the most popular drinks among adults on their own, so put them together and you’re sure to have a winner.
In this video we learn how to make a Crazy Cactus Coffee.. sounds delicious.
The UK bar responsible for the 2012 liquid nitrogen incident that left Gaby Scanlon in
a life threatening condition in hospital on her 18th birthday after she ingested a liquid nitrogen drink, has been issued with a £100,000 ($216,000) fine.
Scanlon’s stomach had to be removed after it was punctured by the liquid nitrogen.
The incident resulted in a review of Australian use of liquid nitrogen in bars. Two Sydney bars, Zeta Bar in the Hilton Hotel and The Roosevelt in Kings Cross were ordered by the OLGR to stop serving liquid nitrogen drinks as a result.
Read more at http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/beverage/uk-bar-fined-$200k;-failed-to-heed-warnings-on-liq
When you’re throwing a party, the last thing you want is to be in the kitchen whipping up cocktails, so this big batch recipe is one way to keep your guests and yourself happy at the same time.
Who said popsicles were only for children? As the weather heats up, our refreshments tend to cool down, so this is a perfect one to try now!
It’s a double layered popsicle, and it looks as cool as it takes.
To create the 1st layer:
30ml. White Rum such as Bacardi Superior
90ml. Coconut Milk
60ml. Coconut Water
Toasted Coconut Shavings to taste
Method: Shake in a Cocktail Tin, and Pour into Popsicle Molds and let freeze.
For the 2nd Layer:
1 Cup Baked Cherries*
60ml. Extra Dark Rum such as Bacardi Black
150ml. Coconut Milk
20 Dashes Barrel Aged Bitters
Method: Blend on full speed untill all fruit is chopped. Pour into popsicle molds, add popsicle sticks, and freeze.
Source: http://www.gastronomista.com/2015/08/rummy-cherry-colada-popsicles.html
A bloody mary is probably one of the only alcoholic drinks you can order fairly early in the day without get a look of surprise and judgement from your server, but they can become boring. A video I found recently gave me some cool ideas about how to transform the old bloody mary.
It may be a good way to help a hangover but with these extreme garnishes you’re going to want to get the party started all over again…
The name of this drink conjures up the idea of a bitter, awful tasting liquid in my head, but despite the name this drink is delicious. Ignore its medicine-look and give it a try today, even if it doesn’t have the same healing properties as the name (and appearance) eludes to…
Ingredients needed:
Method:
Source: http://www.tuxedono2.com/penicillin-cocktail-recipe
Who said cocktails always have to be the same old combinations? Sometimes you just want something new and fun and at those times, this is the perfect cocktail to try – A Jack and Coke Float
What you need:
What to do:
Voila, a delicious drink/dessert combo that will definately remind you of your childhood!