HARRY POTTER and the DEATHLY HALLOWS MARTINI- ENJOY THE MOVIE!!

HARRY POTTER and the DEATHLY HALLOWS MARTINI

What a better way to enjoy the release of this movie than to celebrate with a fun, easy, and smart cocktail?


RECIPE

3 1/2 oz gin or black vodka (preferred)
1/2 oz. black brandy or raspberry liqueur
Lemon Twist for Garnish

Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice.  Shake well.  Strain into a chilled cocktail or highball glass if you prefer.  Garnish with a lemon twist.

ENJOY THE MOVIE!!!

Mixology Trends: GREAT MONTEZUMA'S HOT CHOCOLATE: Twist to a Cult C...

Mixology Trends: GREAT MONTEZUMA'S HOT CHOCOLATE: Twist to a Cult C...: "THE GREAT MONTEZUMA'S HOT CHOCOLATE This hot concoction was developed by mixologist and travel writer Richard Sterling. The principal autho..."

GREAT MONTEZUMA'S HOT CHOCOLATE: Twist to a Cult Classic

THE GREAT MONTEZUMA'S HOT CHOCOLATE

This hot concoction was developed by mixologist and travel writer Richard Sterling.  The principal author of Lonely Planet's World Food series, he has been dubbed the Indiana Jones of Gastronomy for his willingness to go anywhere and court any danger for the sake of a good meal. His now 14 books include The Adventure of Food; The Fearless Diner; and the award winning Traveler's Tales Food: A Taste of the Road. He has been honored by the James Beard Foundation for his food writing, and by the Lowell Thomas awards for his travel literature. His lifestyle column appears monthly in San Francisco magazine. Though he lives in Berkeley, California, he is very often politically incorrect.

INGREDIENTS

• 12 ounces prepared hot cocoa
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 fluid ounces peppar vodka
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• cayenne powder, for garnish
• cinnamon stick, for garnish
• grated chocolate, for garnish
• dried red chili, for garnish

DIRECTIONS FOR PREPARATION:

1. 1Combine the hot chocolate, honey, vanilla and vodka in a small pitcher.
2. 2Pour into two tall glasses or Irish coffee glasses.
3. 3Pour 1 tablespoon of cream on the top of each glass and let it float.
4. 4Dust with a pinch of cayenne pepper and garnish with cinnamon sticks. If preferred, you may garnish with grated chocolate and a dried red chile.

Mixology Trends: STEAMED MILK: LIQUID RELAXATION

Mixology Trends: STEAMED MILK: LIQUID RELAXATION: "There is something very warm and comforting about hot steamed milk in a cup. Personally I prefer a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a touch ..."

STEAMED MILK: LIQUID RELAXATION

There is something very warm and comforting about hot steamed milk in a cup.  Personally I prefer a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a touch of vanilla or sugar.  Its luxurious and it warms the heart.



CUP OF COMFORT

8 oz. whole milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 TBSP. sugar or agave
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon

Heat all ingredients in sauce pan on stove using medium heat until the milk is almost boiling.  Turn off the heat and pour into a mug to serve immediately.  Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

ENJOY THE MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS!!!!

Mixology Trends: Herbal Teas: Gearing up for Flu Season

Mixology Trends: Herbal Teas: Gearing up for Flu Season: "TEA REMEDY RECIPE FOR THE FLU AND THE COMMON COLD1 tsp. Sage 1 tsp. Peppermint 1 tsp. Yarrow1 tsp. Ginger to taste (don’t be shy) A sprig o..."

Herbal Teas: Gearing up for Flu Season

TEA REMEDY RECIPE FOR THE FLU AND THE COMMON COLD

1 tsp. Sage 

1 tsp. Peppermint 

1 tsp. Yarrow

1 tsp. Ginger to taste (don’t be shy) 

A sprig of thyme.   

Make a pot of this up at a time and drink every few hours. Raw Honey is also great to add as it is anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and is a great antioxidant.

This tea has a mixture of herbs to assist with sweating, relieving muscle spasms, clearing mucus, microbes and increasing circulation.  All these actions helps your body feel better and clear the fever sooner. Make sure you are covered-up in layers when using this tea as it opens up your pores.

You can find Yarrow at specialty Herbs Stores or Natural Foods Stores like Whole Foods or Sunflower Market.  

HOT TIP OF THE WEEK:  Make sure you are steeping your tea for at least 7 minutes to get the most potent brew possible.