Southside? South Side? Lemon? Lime? Here's the problem with classic cocktails... who knows? Or maybe we know, but the improved version is actually better, which is why it's better known? All I know is when there's such a clear divide of opinions in recipes, I've got no choice. I have to do a comparison post, … Continue reading Ginuary 21st: the Southside.
Ginuary 19th: Sloe & Sour @ Teatro Southbank.
What a day I've had! I could have gotten away with using what I spent the majority of my day doing as my gin of the day, but I think I'll save it for the finished product. I'll probably post the work in progress to Instagram, though... On with today's gin! I did have to … Continue reading Ginuary 19th: Sloe & Sour @ Teatro Southbank.
Ginuary 18th: Sage Advice @ Boilermaker House.
Ah, Melbourne! I do love drinking in you but gosh, I don't have much time on this fly-by trip. I was grateful that my pal was happy to grab some dinner and a cheeky gin in town before we headed out to the Dandenongs! Dinner just happened to be right near a newish little bar … Continue reading Ginuary 18th: Sage Advice @ Boilermaker House.
Ginuary 16th: the Ophelia.
My brother got married today. Hooray! There were no spirits on offer at the wedding so I got the chance to do my own signature cocktail for their nuptials. It had to be simple enough for me to throw together on the night but still be interesting and delicious. My brother lives in Perth, WA, … Continue reading Ginuary 16th: the Ophelia.
Ginuary 15th: Cool Hendrick’s @ Cott & Co’s Beach Club.
Sometimes the best laid plans of mice and men aren't actually that well laid and your energy's diverted by the swell surrounding you that's all focused on the fact that your brother's getting married tomorrow and you've been helping to set up and entertaining family all day and you just have to find the nearest … Continue reading Ginuary 15th: Cool Hendrick’s @ Cott & Co’s Beach Club.
Ginuary 11th: Gin Genie.
Oh, no. Don't say it's true. It's with a pretty heavy heart that I do this one. Gin Genie 30ml gin 30ml sloe gin 15ml sugar syrup 30ml fresh lemon juice 8 mint leaves In a highball glass, lightly muddle the mint leaves. Add the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup and stir well. Add … Continue reading Ginuary 11th: Gin Genie.
Ginuary 10th: the Bloodhound.
I'll be honest here, I had much more exciting plans for today but then I picked up a shift at work and my free time became significantly reduced. Bless a Ginuary to-do list. The Bloodhound 45ml gin (I used Plymouth) 22.5ml sweet vermouth 22.5ml dry vermouth 2-3 muddled strawberries Shake ingredients with ice and double … Continue reading Ginuary 10th: the Bloodhound.
Ginuary 5th: Cherry Pop.
Happy birthday to me! I was super lazy today (and rightly so, birthday rules)—so lazy that what I'd planned for today's gin ended up a bit... delayed. Luckily I had a fridge full of fresh Tassie cherries and this recipe on hand! Cherry Pop 60ml gin (I used Tanqueray) 15ml maraschino liqueur 30ml freshly squeezed … Continue reading Ginuary 5th: Cherry Pop.
Ginuary 31st: the Dutchess.
WE MADE IT! Well, I made it. Did you make it? This drink's name isn't a typo. The Dutchess 45ml genever 15ml lemon juice 30ml strained pineapple juice 22ml orgeat syrup 15ml Angostura bitters Shake all ingredients with ice until very cold. Strain and serve immediately. This one comes from Theo Lieberman via … Continue reading Ginuary 31st: the Dutchess.
Ginuary 30th: Alexander.
Tonight I needed a comfort drink that would get me through the Parenthood finale. This one filled that quota exceptionally. Kinda cool, this one. You've heard of a Brandy Alexander, I'm sure. Even if you don't know the drink and its contents, you've at least heard the phrase (Feist's song—and Ron Sexsmith's song in response—is … Continue reading Ginuary 30th: Alexander.
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