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Happy National Liqueur Day! We are celebrating with an Introduction to the Origins of French Liqueurs and some notable “Heavenly” Brands Noces Royales, Arvani, Jules Theuriet, and Jahiot. French liqueurs have a rich and complex history that reflect the nation’s cultural heritage and artisanal skills.
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uses a passion fruit reduction to temper fiery serrano-infused lime juice in his Passionate Serrano. Liqueur , Tequila Passionate Serrano Margarita by Charles Voudouris / Team Downey / Venice, CA Ingredients 3 oz. Grand Marnier Liqueur (+½ oz.) Dip the top of glass in serrano-infused lime juice then the sea salt mixture.
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But the variations from there are limitless, and every self-respecting mixologist has their own signature twist. How about a rim of spicy salt or an infusion of jalapeno. Mull some cucumber or splash some elderflower liqueur into the mix. We are way past “salt or no salt” as the fork in the margarita road.
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Shinji’s takes this approach to the limit by making their own bespoke liqueurs, leading to new and unique takes on drinks like the Vesper and Last Word. Figuring the pastry crust would be a straight infusion, to my surprise, Juliette avoids adding any cooked, gluten-rich ingredients to her recipes.
During that time there is near-constant live music from several bands, DJs, tropical cocktails curated by top mixologists, seminars on rums and the tiki lifestyle (in other words, fun stuff), fashion show flash mobs, the incredible Tiki Marketplace and access to the pool, which is an ongoing party with a poolside band. Secret Ingredient TBD.
We take great pride in using our own house-made picklings, sherbets, bitters and infusedliqueurs in each of the cocktails. We now live in a world where everyone is sharing what they are doing; mixologists around the world are pushing the boundaries with incredible new techniques and unique garnishes; everyone is your mentor.
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