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Turn Late-Summer Produce Into Cocktail Ingredients

Imbibe Magazine

Pepper Tincture A pepper tincture is a simple way to add heat to cocktails (like a Margarita ). And making it a cinch, says Rodriguez: Add chopped-up peppers to high-proof alcohol, let it sit for a few hours, and taste frequently until the preferred heat is reached. Almost anything can be a tincture,” he says.

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Can a Cocktail Have Too Many Ingredients? Bartenders Weigh In

VinePair

And while a cocktail containing a slew of spirits, herbs, juices, and tinctures may win curiosity, the finished product can also be a letdown. This is ultimately a good thing, but alcohol is a finicky devil and can be really difficult to balance, especially as more ingredients get added.

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10 of the Strongest Spirits in the World

VinePair

Today, some spirits seem to be creeping in the low-proof direction, whether to appeal to the low-alcohol movement or for financial reasons. But many modern brands continue to unabashedly flaunt ridiculously high proofs on their labels, going full-throttle on alcohol content. 2 spot in this booze-washed lineup.

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The 10 Best Selling Vodka Brands In The World in 2023

VinePair

Owned by Global Spirits, the largest alcohol producer in Eastern Europe, Morosha is made with natural mineral water and is known for its delicate flavor. The article The 10 Best Selling Vodka Brands In The World in 2023 appeared first on VinePair. percent slip in sales, its first decline in five years.

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Master Mixology: Advanced Techniques & Pro Secrets for Bartender Mastery

Mixologists

This article delves into the realm of advanced techniques and pro secrets, providing a comprehensive roadmap for bartenders aiming to achieve mastery. For example, using homemade bitters or tinctures allows for greater control over flavor profiles, and the ability to customize them to specific cocktails.

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Blood, Bones, and Bitters: Meat Cocktails Are More Than a Novelty

VinePair

Sometimes fermentation can go too far, especially in Japan, because making alcohol at a bar is illegal, so my fermentation stops at the point of the sourness,” Sekine explains. We had him shoot a deer in the woods, and drain the blood directly into a case of bottles that we gave him, half-full with pure alcohol.”

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Clarification and High-Acid Stirred Drinks With Theo Ouya of Bar Contra

VinePair

When I visit, Theo is working on sub-ingredients — a tincture for a carbonated non-alcoholic cocktail and he’s got multiple Spinzalls set up to clarify strawberries. The article Clarification and High-Acid Stirred Drinks With Theo Ouya of Bar Contra appeared first on VinePair. Fill with ice and stir until diluted.

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