Lecture descriptions come from the course website, but if you want to play along our shopping lists and recipes are posted on the blog (you will notice some discrepancies between our choices and the series). For the more educational part of the series, including history of the alcohol, how to compare & contrast, how to appreciate each flavor, proper mixing techniques, and the very informative book; please purchase the series yourself.
"The Cocktail Spirits"
Begin your exploration with a closer look at vodka and gin. Both clear spirits are very mixable and usable for making cocktails. In order to truly appreciate the tastes and versatility of these popular spirits, you have to take a closer look at how they were discovered and how they’re distilled...
Tastings will consist of:
- Sobieski
- Luksusowa
- Beefeater
- Bombay Sapphire
Bloody Mary
1 ½ oz vodka
4 oz tomato juice
¼ oz lemon juice
4 dashes of Tabasco
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of salt and pepper
Celery stalk for garnish
1 tsp horseradish and/or 2-3 spicy pickles (for an optional kick)
Martini
1 ½ oz gin
½ oz dry vermouth
Lemon peel (squeezed) or olive for garnish
