http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:54:29 -0700 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:47:12 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m8d12-Cocktails-101--Choosing-and-Serving-Tequila?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner It's Tequila month here at the examiner and I've been trying to decide the best way to approach this interesting and controversial spirit.  It's strong and distinctive flavor is often balanced with citrus juice to make the experience smoother an... Fresh Juices Summer Cocktails Cocktail Basics General Information Shopping tips Tequila Month Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:47:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m8d12-Cocktails-101--Choosing-and-Serving-Tequila?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Your-Grandma-was-Right--The-Sidecar?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Recently, I made a batch of Brandied Cherries and had two-thirds of a bottle of brandy left over.  I wondered what I could make with it and I remembered the Sidecar.  It's a drink that I always associate with old ladies, knitting circles an... Summer Cocktails Basic Recipes Classic Cocktails Try something old Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:29:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Your-Grandma-was-Right--The-Sidecar?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d28-Drink-and-Date--Make-something-memorable?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner You're at a bar or a party and you meet someone for the first time.  They're cute and smart and funny and you hit it off and invite them back to your place for a nightcap.  Things are going well, but what do you offer them when they come up... Cocktail Basics General Information Try something new Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:00:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d28-Drink-and-Date--Make-something-memorable?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Just-Say-No-Pina-Colada?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Since it's Rum Month here at the Examiner, I've been trying to think of different types of rum drinks for you to try that are a break from the regulars.  What I've discovered is that most rum drinks are delicious, perfect for summer and easy to ... Summer Cocktails Basic Recipes Just Say No Rum Month Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:24:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Just-Say-No-Pina-Colada?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d9-The-Perfect-Summer-Cocktail-Special-Edition-Tour-de-Lance?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner The tour is upon us once again.  For cycling enthusiasts, this is the most exciting event in all of sports.  For the rest of us, well, at least Lance is back and apparently in top form and it's an excuse to drink.  Because Lance is an ... Summer Cocktails Martinis Rum Month Drinking makes watching sports more fun Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:56:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d9-The-Perfect-Summer-Cocktail-Special-Edition-Tour-de-Lance?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d1-Have-a-frosty-fourth-Patriotic-Punch?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Instead of just serving beer at your fourth of July picnic this year, consider the benefits of making rum punch.  It is a delicious and refreshing alternative to beer, it creates significantly less trash and, in the case of this particular punch... Summer Cocktails Rum Month Fourth of July Cocktails Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:52:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m7d1-Have-a-frosty-fourth-Patriotic-Punch?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Cocktails-101-Shopping-for-Rum?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Rum is a spirit that is often overlooked by serious cocktail and spirit drinkers.  Perhaps this is because rum is often consumed in large quantities by college aged girls and middle aged moms on vacation.  The prevalence of the pina colada,... Cocktail Basics General Information Try something new Shopping tips Rum Month Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:36:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Cocktails-101-Shopping-for-Rum?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Grocery-Store-Cocktails-Caliente-Micheladas?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Because Texas has those wonderful blue laws, most people find themselves in a predicament come Sunday.  They've been out drinking on Saturday after kayaking, playing soccer or tailgating and they forget to buy liquor for Sunday brunch, or Sunday... Basic Recipes Shopping tips Brunch Grocery Store Cocktails Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:36:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Grocery-Store-Cocktails-Caliente-Micheladas?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d22-The-perfect-summer-cocktail--Hemingway-Daiquiri?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner When most people think of daiquiris they probably envision something frosty and sweet and served with a little umbrella on the beach.  The truth is that the blended, flavored version of the drink has only been around for a few decades.  A t... Fresh Juices Summer Cocktails Classic Cocktails Try something new Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:31:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d22-The-perfect-summer-cocktail--Hemingway-Daiquiri?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d11-Get-Sloshed-on-the-Sly-the-Serendipity?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Last year we were on our way to a party and I forgot to buy alcohol and ingredients.  I was going to make orange blossoms (a delicious gin drink that I'll post about later) but then I realized it was Sunday.   For anyone reading this t... Drinks to go Moniker-challenged drinks Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:30:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d11-Get-Sloshed-on-the-Sly-the-Serendipity?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d5-The-perfect-summer-cocktail-the-Salty-Dog?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner This drink is extremely simple, but I think it is often overlooked in favor or other, more complicated drinks.  There are a few different iterations of this drink that are called by different names, but I like this one because it makes me think ... Fresh Juices Summer Cocktails Basic Recipes Try something new Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:14:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d5-The-perfect-summer-cocktail-the-Salty-Dog?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d3-Cocktails-101-Shopping-for-the-perfect-Martini?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner I realize that the Martini is not the drink of choice for everyone.  For me, a well-prepared, ice cold Martini is a perfect counterpoint to almost any event and a great start (or finish) to a romantic evening.  Even if a Martini is not your... Cocktail Basics Classic Cocktails Shopping tips Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:24:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m6d3-Cocktails-101-Shopping-for-the-perfect-Martini?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Dont-fear-the-Green-Fairy?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Absinthe is one of my favorite spirits for a variety of reasons, yet everywhere I go to drink it I am met with dubious looks and worried lectures.  Contrary to popular belief, it is not more dangerous than other spirits and, in fact, can lead to... Basic Recipes Try something new Sat, 30 May 2009 11:55:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d30-Dont-fear-the-Green-Fairy?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Get-sloshed-on-the-sly-Southern-Comforter?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Many of my friends and family members do not share my affection bordering on obsession with Southern Comfort.  This is a fact that is equally ridiculous and disturbing to me and I intend to convert all of them (and you) with this drink that is b... Drinks to go Southern Comfort is great Fri, 29 May 2009 09:51:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Get-sloshed-on-the-sly-Southern-Comforter?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d28-The-first-American-cocktail-Sazerac?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner I know that when most people think about "All American" drinks, the first thing that comes to mind is kegs or possibly bright green apple martinis, but the truth is, the original American cocktail was created in New Orleans and has quite a ... Basic Recipes Classic Cocktails Try something new Thu, 28 May 2009 11:55:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d28-The-first-American-cocktail-Sazerac?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Cocktails-101-Bar-Equipment?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Even if you have the most expensive liquor and the best recipes for cocktails, it is very difficult to make outstanding cocktails without the proper bar ware.  I know that it can be a little daunting to think about all those different kinds of g... Cocktail Basics General Information Tue, 26 May 2009 14:28:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Cocktails-101-Bar-Equipment?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d26-The-perfect-summer-cocktail-Mojito?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner A few years ago, my husband and I were watching the movie Miami Vice (you can take this moment to groan to yourself and/or debate with a friend about the mystery of Colin Farrell's acting success).  In the movie, they drink mojitos in Havana.&nb... Fresh Juices Summer Cocktails Basic Recipes Tue, 26 May 2009 10:47:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d26-The-perfect-summer-cocktail-Mojito?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d21-Just-say-no-Long-Island-Iced-Tea?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Okay, so I know we've all been there before.   You are out at a bar with friends and someone suggests a drink that you usually never drink.  You're at that important moment in your evening where things can either go great or horribly, ... Summer Cocktails Cocktail Basics General Information Just Say No Thu, 21 May 2009 16:13:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d21-Just-say-no-Long-Island-Iced-Tea?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Get-sloshed-on-the-sly-Martini-in-a-bottle?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner IIf you're anything like me, you often find yourself in situations that really call for a cocktail, but it's not necessarily appropriate or convenient to pull out the cocktail shaker and ask for some ice.  A flask is always handy, but who can s... Basic Recipes Drinks to go Martinis Thu, 14 May 2009 18:10:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Get-sloshed-on-the-sly-Martini-in-a-bottle?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Cocktails-101-stocking-your-bar?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner Before I start giving you all kinds of recipes and ideas for great cocktails, it is important to know what to have in your house so that you can make them.  Most great cocktails only have a few ingredients, but some of the essential ingredients ... Basic Recipes Cocktail Basics General Information Thu, 14 May 2009 11:22:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10789-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Cocktails-101-stocking-your-bar?cid=exrss-Austin-Cocktails-Examiner