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Peach Passion Paradise

by Michele on July 30th, 2010

Our Crafty Bartender, Jared, has been busy lately. Not only has he been creating some fabulous cocktail recipes for Parched No More, he also has been managing the Iron Bartender competition. For three consecutive Mondays, contestants attempted to make the best cocktail, choosing from a selection of spirits, mixers, and juices. In addition, that evening's secret ingredient had to become part of the recipe. The finished creations were judged on their creativity, taste, and appearance. This past Monday, the three highest scoring contestants were invited for the Iron Bartender finals. Unfortunately, one of the contestants was unable to attend, and it...

Strawberry Shortcake Martini

by Jared on June 18th, 2010

Editor's Note: Last week we introduced you to our newest columnist, Jared- The Crafty Bartender. This week we are pleased to deliver his first recipe. In typical Jared fashion, there are great ingredients and a fabulous presentation to this beverage. We hope you enjoy this recipe, his delightful use of strawberries, and return for his monthly delights for the senses. And now, we will turn this space over to Jared. . . For the month of June, I have chosen a fun martini. Because we are in the mist of a fantastic strawberry crop here in New Hampshire, I elected to make...

Spring Cucumber Martini

by Michele on April 16th, 2010

My husband and I have our own preferences when making or ordering cocktails. I prefer my drinks to be light and fruity. He likes drinks that either are classics, like a dry martini, or savory, such as a dirty martini. When I saw this recipe for a cucumber martini, I knew it would be a hit with him. Between the simplicity of a vodka martini and the infusion of mint and cucumber, it practically was a drink created for him. I am pleased to thank Chef Patricia Williams (of Smoke Jazz & Supper Club) for sharing this recipe with...

Valentine’s Day Cocktails

by Michele on February 4th, 2010

Valentine's Day. When you hear those two words, what is your reaction? Do you see hearts and flowers and eagerly anticipate the holiday that you will spend with your one true love? Perhaps you roll your eyes back and wish that you could hide under the covers all day? Or maybe you really have no opinion about it, it just is another day of the week? Regardless to how you feel about Valentine's Day, there's no reason not to have a cocktail in honor of this day. Even if you don't like the day, you still can enjoy a delicious cocktail. ...

Puzzle Me Pomegranate Martini

by Michele on January 14th, 2010

As a best friend, you have varying responsibilities. Being available to listen, helping when an extra set of hands is needed, remembering the little details that matter. And sometimes you need to create a cocktail for you and your best friends to enjoy while you build the 1,000 piece puzzle that they received as a Christmas gift. Seriously. Last Saturday we had a date night planned with our friends, OT and Vicki. After dinner at a restaurant we planned to return to their house and work on the thousand piece puzzle OT had received. I asked, jokingly, if we would be...