The Cocktail Thread

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#176
gcbvol said:
I enjoy trying different subtle flavor variations to OFs and just ordered bacon tobacco bitters. I'm super intrigued.
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Mixing up a standard OF is one of my go-to cocktails as well.

Most recently I took some rosemary from the garden and made a rosemary infused simple syrup, which is delicious in an OF-styled cocktail.
 
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#177
#177
xJesusx56 said:
Quickly becoming a fan of Fernet for use here and there.
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Fernet is pretty much the official drink of San Francisco. When we first moved there, bartenders would give us shots when they found out we had just arrived in the city.
 
#178
#178
NorCalVol67 said:
Fernet is pretty much the official drink of San Francisco. When we first moved there, bartenders would give us shots when they found out we had just arrived in the city.
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I had it for the first time in Nashville a month or two ago and enjoyed it. When I was in Portland and asked if it was available at a bar I wasn’t at, the tone of the affirmation made it seem like a no-brainer.


I’ll have to explore a few different Kinds of Amaro.
 
#183
#183
The bartender in Portland used It with Mezcal, which was odd, but it worked. I’ll see if I can’t find the drink recipe that had it in Nashville. A Hanky Panky is another good one.


You are definitely right tho, can easily be overpowering
 
#184
#184
Bourbon, agave nectar, lemon juice, dash of bitters, ginger ale and soda.

Not sure what it's called but it's doing the trick.
 
#190
#190
golfballs said:
If I drink a rusty nail I need to smoke a cigar w it.
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There's this joint south of my home. It's called Embers. The prices, selection, and staff are great. Music and crowd sucks but **** that.

It's a place where you can drink three rusty nails, eat a great ny strip, and smoke your cigars for under thirty bucks.

Has become my go to for the past three months. I see so many fights there whilst I feast.
 
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#191
Ok, so I recently tried a couple different whiskey's that are supposed to be better than average. One being Woodford Reserve and the other being Makers Mark 46. Give me Jack Daniels over the Woodford and Makers Mark over the 46 because those other two were just harsh on the taste buds.

How do these liquors get rated? Are there a group of fat old men with absolutely no taste buds smoking cigars while they're testing these drinks?
 
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#192
Coug said:
Ok, so I recently tried a couple different whiskey's that are supposed to be better than average. One being Woodford Reserve and the other being Makers Mark 46. Give me Jack Daniels over the Woodford and Makers Mark over the 46 because those other two were just harsh on the taste buds.

How do these liquors get rated? Are there a group of fat old men with absolutely no taste buds smoking cigars while they're testing these drinks?
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Lol, it's actually a refined set of taste buds that can really appreciate those whiskeys.

Jack is made from barley waste. Not a fan of Old No. 7.
 
#193
#193
BRTiger said:
Mixing up a standard OF is one of my go-to cocktails as well.

Most recently I took some rosemary from the garden and made a rosemary infused simple syrup, which is delicious in an OF-styled cocktail.
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I'm intrigued. There's a place down here called Muse which makes OFs with a sprig of rosemary. While primarily a garnish, I enjoy the aromatics and perhaps subtle influence on flavor. It's a good drink. I think I'll give the simple syrup a try.
 
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#194
#194
I soaked a good bit (should have measured) of rinsed rosemary in three cups of water overnight, then added the sugar and made the syrup the next day. Strained off the rosemary and it was delicious, but I love rosemary. I actually won a pretty big homebrew competition with a Rosemary IPA a few years back.

My wife sent me a link earlier asking if I would like a cooking torch for Father's day to make smoked cocktails. I had to inform her that I already have a cooking torch, but I've never thought about using it on cocktails so I did a little reading and might give it a try tonight. Anyone mess with smoked cocktails? Or just smoked spirits?
 
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#195
DinkinFlicka said:
There's this joint south of my home. It's called Embers. The prices, selection, and staff are great. Music and crowd sucks but **** that.

It's a place where you can drink three rusty nails, eat a great ny strip, and smoke your cigars for under thirty bucks.

Has become my go to for the past three months. I see so many fights there whilst I feast.
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Damn that sounds phenomenal.
 
#196
#196
Dink (or anyone). I need your recommendation on a easy something I can put in a yeti cup for the beach. Something a little sweet and fruity for the gals but not too sweet. Something quick, easy, simple. Throw something on top of some vodka and or rum. Any suggestions?

In the past I just put in some fruit juices and stuff.
 
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#197
InVOLuntary said:
Dink (or anyone). I need your recommendation on a easy something I can put in a yeti cup for the beach. Something a little sweet and fruity for the gals but not too sweet. Something quick, easy, simple. Throw something on top of some vodka and or rum. Any suggestions?

In the past I just put in some fruit juices and stuff.
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Ice Pick, sweet or unsweetened tea and vodka. Also captain Morgan's and tea with a lime. Easy to make and drink.
 
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#198
InVOLuntary said:
Dink (or anyone). I need your recommendation on a easy something I can put in a yeti cup for the beach. Something a little sweet and fruity for the gals but not too sweet. Something quick, easy, simple. Throw something on top of some vodka and or rum. Any suggestions?

In the past I just put in some fruit juices and stuff.
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Gin and tonic
 
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#199
Biopsyman said:
Gin and tonic
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Lol. That's my go to. Women want a little sweeter. Something a little fruitier. I've usually just dumped orange, cranberry, and pineapple juice on top of some vodka, rum, or both. Thought someone might have some ideas on changing it up a little.
 
#200
#200
InVOLuntary said:
Lol. That's my go to. Women want a little sweeter. Something a little fruitier. I've usually just dumped orange, cranberry, and pineapple juice on top of some vodka, rum, or both. Thought someone might have some ideas on changing it up a little.
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Go with Screwdrivers
 
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