The theme at this year’s 3rd of July celebration (such as there was one) was Spritz, since it was too hot for full blown cocktails. I made 3 variations: Hugo Spritz, Umeshu (plum sake) Spritz, and Strawberry-infused Aperol Spritz. INGREDIENTS Garnish (Optional): DIRECTIONS Fill a large wine glass or highball glass with ice cubes. Pour … Read more
INGREDIENTS 1 quart sliced strawberries750mL Campari DIRECTIONS Combine ingredients in a nonreactive container and allow them to infuse for three weeks. Strain out the solids and rebottle. Use solids for garnish, or on ice cream, or… By Julie Reiner: https://punchdrink.com/recipes/kula-negroni/
INGREDIENTS 3 medium cucumbers Makes ~3 cups DIRECTIONS Peel your cucumbers if they are waxed. The skin of a cucumber is coated in a protective wax. While you can eat this coating without much problem, the wax will distort the texture of cucumber juice. Slice off the ends of your cucumbers using a sharp knife. The … Read more
An unexpected Labor Day party hit. I used Strawberry Infused Aperol, but the drink is amazing, regardless. Ingredients: Directions: Stir and strain into a chilled old-fashioned glass. Source: Evan Harrison
I made Kenji’s toaster oven salmon and had sake “left over” so made Bar Goto’s Sakura Martini. Miso Glazed Toaster Oven Salmon Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Total Time: 35 mins Difficulty: Easy Servings: 4 Source: J. Kenji López-Alt INGREDIENTS DESCRIPTION Charred, sweet and savory with a tender interior, this is about as good as salmon gets. DIRECTIONS Whisk together miso, sake, … Read more
Another holiday beverage, this one with alcohol. Servings: 2 drinks Source: Ina Garten INGREDIENTS DESCRIPTION For a delicious and festive holiday drink you can make quickly, simply combine the ingredients in advance and shake them up when guests arrive. DIRECTIONS Place the cranberries and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl, cover and microwave for 30 seconds. Set … Read more
Not for Dry January, but for a holiday celebration with a pregnant niece. Hibiscus Fizz Mocktail Servings: 1 Source: Alison Roman DESCRIPTION It’s hard to beat the natural sweetness, unique tartness and stunning color of hibiscus, but this fizzy drink can be modified with any chilled tea. Don’t turn away at the mention of apple cider vinegar: … Read more
I went to make Slick Shoes, but cucumber soda was nowhere to be found. Close enough! Beverages, Make Ahead Servings: 10-12 INGREDIENTS For drink (batch): To serve: DIRECTIONS Mix ingredients, except soda and lime, in a large jar. Let sit for a day or two. Strain. Fill pint glass or collins glass with ice. Add 2 oz … Read more
Appetizer, BBQ, Vegan, Vegetarian Servings: 8 INGREDIENTS DIRECTIONS Cut tofu into 1 inch cubes. Drain well on paper towels. Put hot sauce, soy sauce, and white miso paste in a blender with 3 chopped scallions and garlic cloves. Blend with 1/4 cup water until smooth. Marinate tofu overnight in the sauce. Soak skewers in lemon water, … Read more
Servings: 64 Source: David Guas DESCRIPTION These are great served at a cocktail party or a garden party, passed around on a platter with small demitasse spoons. They’re bright yellow and taste of citrus with the unmistakeable anisey twang of Herbsaint. Herbsaint is a New Orleans creation that debuted right after the repeal of Prohibition, crafted to take … Read more