Mention the name Schnapps to a fellow drinker and you’re sure to elicit strong feelings. Some love this pungent distilled classic, while others find its fruit flavor to be downright offensive. In German it means, simply, ‘to swallow.‘ With so many different varieties on the market today, it can be used in conjunction with other spirits to create a slew of cocktails that go down more like candy than anything else. Wether you find that fact offensive or not, be aware that there are some well-crafted Schnapps-infused beverages out there that actually have surprising sophistication. As the dog days of summer continue to unleash record heat waves across the country, a refreshing Schnapps-based drink to consider utilizes the sweetness of watermelon, subduing it with the complex tones of organic cucumber vodka. It’s called a Watermelon Martini and the flavor is a lot more creative than the name. It’s also super simple [...]
Tippling with Technology: Holiday Cocktail Bar App
When you sit down with family and friends during the holidays, you might not turn to your smart phone. But if you are opening your liquor cabinet, you might want to check this out… James Beard-honored mixologist Kim Hassarud has put her original holiday cocktail recipes all in one place with delicious photos and creative recipes. She uses seasonal fresh ingredients and holiday cheer to bring this straightforward and very clear app to your fingertips (literally). We over here at Drink Me appreciate the simplicity of the App. This isn’t your typical 1o,000 recipes with every kind of mediocre booze that you never even wanted to drink. This is as relevant as you can get – set up like a deck of cocktail cards, the app makes it easy to navigate through the four categories: Martinis, Champagne, Hot Toddies, and Punches. It even has a button you can press to get [...]
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