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Cocktails Perfect for Winter



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Many drinks are perfect for winter. Some people even bake apple slices to use in their cocktails. Muddled baked apples, boiling hot water, and your favorite spirit are the basics of a classic recipe. Try applejack, cognac or bourbon. You can add grated nuts to your drink for an extra kick.

Cinnamon Maple Whiskey Sour

This simple but delicious whiskey cocktail is made with maple syrup and cinnamon. It's served in a cocktail shaker over ice with a cinnamon stick garnish. It is the perfect combination sour-sweet and it is ideal for winter.

It is simple to prepare and great for winter drinks. You can use a whole jar of whiskey to make this recipe, or just a few. You can serve it hot or cold with different cider types.

Blackened(r) Mint Julep

The classic Mint Julep cocktail is an apt choice for the winter months. It is primarily due to the long shot of bourbon used and very little else. You can make it stronger by substituting a stronger bourbon.


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Mint juleps should be served in a silver cup. Mint Juleps contain bourbon and it is essential to use only high-quality bourbon. To keep the Mint Julep from getting diluted by the ice, it's best to use slightly higher-proof Bourbon. This cocktail was created by Erick Castro, a San Diego bartender. It is now very popular in many cities.

Spiced cinnamon margarita

A spiced cinnamon margarita is a fun, spicy drink that's perfect for winter parties. The cinnamon syrup is what gives this drink its unique flavor. It can be added to many drinks. It can also substitute liquid sweetener.


The spices that go into this drink include cinnamon and nutmeg. Spiced cider or orange liquor can be added to add more spice. A nutmeg or clove can be added to your glass for a festive look.

Peppermint White Russian

Peppermint White Russians make a wonderful choice for drinks that pair well with winter. This recipe calls for vodka, Kahlua Mint Vodka and peppermint extract. Because peppermint has a strong taste, you need to use very small quantities when making the drink. Serve the drink over ice. Add whipped cream to top it off. The drink can be served in a shotglass if desired.

Although the classic White Russian does come without a garnish, a Peppermint White Russian with a peppermint rim looks more festive. You can make the glass's rim look even more beautiful by coating it with honey, crushed peppermint candy or vanilla frosting. Another festive garnish for this drink is crushed candy canes.


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Pear Martini

Pear Martini is a classic winter cocktail. This is a classic martini which uses fresh pear as the garnish. For decoration, a lemon wedge and a sugar rim can be added. This cocktail includes pear vodka and either juiced lemons or apple juice. A garnish of whipped cream completes the drink. This drink is ideal for holiday season, and it will suit both men as well as women.

You can make this cocktail with half an ounce. of lemon juice and 1 oz. Add 1 oz. of spiced pear syrup. Mix the drink well for 30 seconds. Then chill it. Next, strain the cocktail into a glass with a double rock. Finally, strain the cocktail to get rid of any egg white strings. If desired garnish with a pear slice, chili salt or both.




FAQ

Which drinks go well together?

The best way to make a cocktail is by mixing different spirits together.

It is important to use the correct proportions of each spirit in order to achieve harmony and balance.

This means you have to be able to identify what makes each spirit taste good when it's mixed with others.

Understanding how they interact is important, as well as understanding which flavors complement each other and which ones clash.

Finally, consider the type of drinker that you wish to appeal to.

A classic rum and coke is a great choice if you are looking for an easy drink.

If you need something stronger, then a gin-and-tonic is the best choice.


What is the distinction between a Manhattan Manhattan and a martini cocktail?

To make a martini, you add gin to vermouth. You can make a Manhattan by adding whiskey to sweet Vermouth. Both drinks are best served chilled.


Here are some great tips to make great cocktails.

Here are some suggestions for creating delicious cocktails

  • Use only high-quality spirits. Use high quality spirits and not cheap alcohol. You should instead choose premium brands like Absolut Citron, Bombay Sapphire and Bombay Sapphire.
  • High-quality syrups and juices are best. Avoid low-quality juices or syrups that have artificial colors and flavors.
  • Your glassware should be clean. Drinks will taste better if your glasses are clean.
  • Take care not to fill your glass too full. You should not fill it more than three-quarters. The strength of your cocktail will be diminished if your glass is overfilled.
  • Always shake the cocktail before you serve it.
  • Ice cold cocktails are best
  • Fresh garnishes can be added to every cocktail. You can use them as garnishes for your cocktails: lemon wedges and lime wedges; cucumber slices; strawberries; raspberries; blackberries; cherries, blueberries; blueberries; pineapple chunks. Grapes, olives, pickled Ginger, celery stalks.
  • Consider garnishing your cocktails with edible flowers, such as rose petals and violets, nasturtiums, violets or dahlias.


Do you require special equipment for making cocktails?

Not at all. You only require a few items.

  • Glasses
  • Strainer
  • Lid
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Scoops and measuring cups
  • Jigger
  • Tongue depressors
  • Stirring sticks
  • Lemon wedge
  • Sugar cube
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Ice cubes
  • Ice Crusher
  • Water
  • Alcohol
  • Wine
  • Beer
  • Soda water


How do you keep your drinks cold?

Put them in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. This will fast chill them without diluting their drink.



Statistics

  • You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
  • majority of pineapple juice and Malibu rum is only 21% alcohol content. (breakingtheboredom.com)
  • The tequila should be 100 percent agave, not the cheaper “mixto” products, which blend a minimum of 51 percent agave with other sugars. (cooking.nytimes.com)
  • with a light percentage of 4.2% or any with a light percentage of 4.2% or any Coors/Bud/Miller Lite, which also is 4.2% (breakingtheboredom.com)



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How To

How to order drinks from the bar without embarrassing yourself

Although there are many ways to order drinks at a local bar, you need to be able to identify the drink you desire before you approach the counter. Ask your server what they recommend ordering if you are unsure of the drink you desire. This way, you won't embarrass yourself when asking them to make recommendations.

This is where you speak with your server, and tell them what kind of drink that you desire. It might sound like this: "I'd like to have a glass of beer." Next, tell your server exactly what type of beer you would like. For example, if Budweiser is what you are looking for, you could say "a Budweiser." Next you will tell your server the size of beer you want (e.g. large, medium or large). After you're done, your server will give the correct price. You won't ever feel awkward!




 



Cocktails Perfect for Winter