Tag Archives: cocktails

Properly Sauced: Speedy’s Special

Posted on May 21, 2010 by robchristopher

What sort of cocktail do I mix up when there’s some bourbon handy and steel guitar wizard Speedy West is on my stereo? Speedy’s Special of course.

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Rob’s Mai Tai

Posted on February 18, 2010 by robchristopher

How do I make them? Here’s how. EDIT: No it’s not! Here’s how.

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Tiki on Acid

Posted on September 2, 2009 by robchristopher

One of the most eccentric drinks I’ve ever tasted.

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Slurp

Posted on August 7, 2008 by robchristopher

MERENGUE 1 oz. dark rum 1 oz. grapefruit juice 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice 3/4 oz. falernum 1/2 oz. curacao 1/4 oz. Maraschino liqueur (or cherry brandy) Shake with ice, strain into a double old fashioned glass filled with crushed … Continue reading →

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Buñuel’s Art of the Cocktail

Posted on September 26, 2007 by robchristopher

Luis Buñuel’s method for making the perfect martini, from My Last Sigh (1983): “The day before your guests arrive, put all the ingredients – glasses, gin, and shaker – in the refrigerator. Use a thermometer to make sure the ice … Continue reading →

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A cocktail.

Posted on September 11, 2007 by robchristopher

SUN SONG 2 oz. silver tequila 1 oz. creme de banane Add to empty pint glass and stir. Fill glass halfway with ice cubes, then top up with unsweetened pineapple juice, leaving 1 inch of space. Float 1 oz. Galliano … Continue reading →

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West Indies Yellow Bird Punch

Posted on May 28, 2006 by robchristopher

This is what I served at the party last night. It has a mild, fruity flavor and isn’t overly sweet either (which makes it more refreshing than a heavier punch). It was all gone within a few hours! WEST INDIES … Continue reading →

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Simple Punch

Posted on May 11, 2005 by robchristopher

Since we’re moving into summer, here’s the recipe for a cocktail that’s both refreshing and easy to make. (Guava nectar is usually sold in cans; easy enough to find at most grocery/convenience stores). SIMPLE PUNCH 2 oz. gin 2 oz. … Continue reading →

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The Bunueloni

Posted on April 4, 2005 by robchristopher

Luis Buñuel invented this aperitif, and it is truly wonderful. It is best had during a few quiet, solitary moments when one’s mind can begin to wander … to imagine … THE BUNUELONI 1.5 oz. dry gin (Don Luis liked … Continue reading →

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Ultimate Punch

Posted on August 27, 2003 by robchristopher

Here’s an easy-to-make, extremely tasty punch for these hot days at the end of the summer … Patio Daddy-O Planter’s Punch In a big pitcher or punch bowl combine the following: 4 cups pineapple juice 2 cups orange juice 2 … Continue reading →

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