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Almond Liqueur

January 9, 2012 By Jeanne 3 Comments

The perfect elegant cocktail for your special occasion, this liqueur is smooth and sweet and has a very rich almond flavor. Add personalized labels and you have created a lovely wedding favor your guests will be happy to receive and love to keep. Ingredients: • 2 cups sugar • 2 cups water • 2 cups vodka • 3 tsp almond extract Bring sugar and water to boil. Simmer for 10 minutes, remove from heat, stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into glass bottles, cork and store in a dark place. Bottle … [read more...]

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Basil Simple Syrup

September 29, 2011 By James Leave a Comment

The following is the earliest definition of a cocktail comes from 1806, where an answer was provided to the question, "What is a cocktail?" "Cocktail is a stimulating liquor composed of spirits of any kind, sugar, water, and bitters•" (source) To me, however, a well made cocktail is more than just a tasty libation, it transports me to a time when society had grace and style and took pride in innovating more delicious ways to enjoy spirits. And though just the sheer number of recorded … [read more...]

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Bloody Mary Mix

August 26, 2011 By James Leave a Comment

I am not a morning person. I don't like getting out of bed, ever. But on days I have free I set my alarm and rustle out of bed at the crack of dawn so I can indulge in my all-time favorite meal of any day, brunch! Last month, some friends and I decided to have a brunch party. Everyone brought a favorite brunch dish to share. I decided to make Bloody Mary's because no brunch is complete without them! And though they are known has the world's most complex cocktail, they really are very very simple … [read more...]

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Herb-infused Vodka

July 27, 2011 By Lindsay Leave a Comment

The herbs in my garden are growing like crazy this year, especially my rosemary and mint plants, so I thought it might be fun to experiment with herbal infusions. In the past, I've made herb-infused oils and simple syrups with success, but this time I wanted to try something new. I recently came across a post discussing herb-infused vodka, and I thought it sounded like a simple and fun idea to try at home. The Supplies: • Vodka • Herbs (I used rosemary and mint) • Pint jars • Tags … [read more...]

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Margarita Mix

April 27, 2011 By James Leave a Comment

Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner, but with the weather here in Portland being so unpredictable, my friends and I didn't want to take any chances…so we celebrated early this year! On the first warm sunny day, a buddy of mine decided to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a bbq and mexican feast. No Cinco de Mayo fiesta is complete without margaritas, that's where I stepped up and brought him this unbelievably delicious homemade margarita mix! It's easy, cheap and way better than any pre-made mix … [read more...]

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Orange Bitters

April 18, 2011 By James Leave a Comment

If you've read any of my posts on My Own Ideas, it's no surprise I consider myself a bit of a mixologist. I love being able to have people over and make them any cocktail to fit their mood and taste. I feel like a mad scientist creating delicious concoctions! Bitters was first created in the 1800's and used as a medicinal tonic sold by, often, less than reputable doctors. After their medical properties were debunked, they became a favorite digestif and flavoring in cocktails, and today they are … [read more...]

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Homemade Limoncello

April 6, 2011 By Guest Blogger 2 Comments

Welcome our next guest blogger to My Own Ideas! Stephanie Parker lives in Birmingham, Alabama with her husband and three kitties. She is an accounting manager by day and a passionate cook and baker by night. She writes her own blog called Plain Chicken where she shares her latest recipes and everyday happenings in her kitchen. Today she is going to share a recipe for Creamy Limoncello! I hope you enjoy her post and be sure to leave her a comment and check out her blog: http://plainchicken.blogspot.com ----- Several … [read more...]

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Homemade Irish Cream

March 11, 2011 By James 3 Comments

There are two reasons March is my absolute favorite month. One, my birthday is March 12. Two, St. Patrick's Day is March 17 and that means I have an excuse to indulge in delicious drinks like Guinness and more importantly, Irish Cream. Irish Cream is one of my favorite liquors ever. It's great in coffee, great in white russians, great on ice and until now March was the only time I drank it. But this birthday I made a little present for myself, homemade Irish Cream! And it's better than any store … [read more...]

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Lilikoi Liqueur

December 22, 2010 By Jeanne 6 Comments

One of our favorite places in the world is the island of Kauai, and it is on its southern tip that we like to stay, in Poipu, where the sun comes out often and bathes the beaches and ocean in its golden warmth. We love to go to the farmers markets all over the island as ofen as we can, to buy good produce that has not travelled by boat to get there; and to meet the farmers and backyard gardeners who sell at the markets. Among the rare fruits you can find are the mountain apples (ohi’a), egg fruit, … [read more...]

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Tom & Jerry Holiday Drink

November 29, 2010 By Jeanne 2 Comments

The Tom & Jerry is a classic holiday drink who's origins date back to the 1820's. Don't be fooled by the name, as the drink is not named after the famous cartoon cat and mouse. Mugs of this rich, warm drink were a staple at countless 19th century saloons after the first snowfall of the season. As a Christmas tradition, bringing out the Tom & Jerry mugs lasted well into the 1950's. The drink's popularity faded with the changing of tastes, but lovers of classic cocktails are still making this drink … [read more...]

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