We're here today to complain. Specifically, we're here to complain about the Skinny Girl Margarita.
Now, I get it. We're all trying to cut back on calories, and alcohol contains an unfortunate amount of our daily recommended amount of fuel. Every drink is the equivalent of sucking down a glass of sugar water. But is some sort of mass-marketed calorie-light substitute really the answer?
Let's look at Bethenny Frankel's "Skinny Girl" Margarita Mix. The concoction, at 12.7 percent alcohol by volume, is purported as a way for calorie-conscious consumers to enjoy a bit of alcoholic indulgence and diet at the
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Between the Sheets
by Dennis Mayer on July 15th, 2011 | Cocktails, Martinis, Mixed Drinks
Cocktails fall into two main categories.
The first, more refined category includes any drink with one primary spirit and secondary ingredients to complement it. Examples range from the Manhattan (vermouth and bitters to complement your bourbon) to the margarita (curacao and lime juice to punch up tequila) to the Godfather (a splash of amaretto to sweeten up a Scotch on the rocks) and countless others. Simple, classic cocktails, designed by bartenders who had limited ingredients and hoped to give their customers the best tastes possible (or at least mask the flavor of whatever rotgut booze was available in more austere times.)
The
The first, more refined category includes any drink with one primary spirit and secondary ingredients to complement it. Examples range from the Manhattan (vermouth and bitters to complement your bourbon) to the margarita (curacao and lime juice to punch up tequila) to the Godfather (a splash of amaretto to sweeten up a Scotch on the rocks) and countless others. Simple, classic cocktails, designed by bartenders who had limited ingredients and hoped to give their customers the best tastes possible (or at least mask the flavor of whatever rotgut booze was available in more austere times.)
The
The Blushing Bride
by Michele on April 13th, 2011 | Cocktails, Martinis
In case you haven't heard, there is a royal wedding later this month. From the amount of media attention the pending nuptials of Price William and Kate Middleton have received, it seems like there will be a large audience around the world. When planning a viewing event, it is important to include delicious food and drinks in the menu. While nothing says wedding quite like a flute of Champagne, it can be fun to make cocktails for the event.
To assist with your planning, we have a recipe created by Tanqueray Global Brand Ambassador Angus Winchester. Using the bridal theme of
To assist with your planning, we have a recipe created by Tanqueray Global Brand Ambassador Angus Winchester. Using the bridal theme of
Cran-Cherry-Orange Cocktail
by Michele on June 25th, 2009 | Cocktails, Mixed Drinks
I realized last night that it seemed like it had been a long time since I had posted a drink recipe. We have had chilly weather for the end of May and most of June, so the thought of filling the martini shaker with ice has been pretty unappealing. And with lots of activity for work and home, there hasn't been much time to relax and enjoy a cocktail. So, a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon at the end of the day has been about it for me.
However, last night was humid, the world was quiet, and my husband was
However, last night was humid, the world was quiet, and my husband was
Fun with Fruit
by Michele on February 25th, 2009 | Cocktails, Martinis, Mixed Drinks
Winter is wearing long in New Hampshire. We have had lots of snow and cold, and spring is still weeks away. Earlier in the season, coffee drinks were a good way of making the cold go away. At this point, a glimpse of green grass or blossoms would be much better.
However, it is the Northeast, and winter could be here for a while. To remind myself of warm weather and fresh produce, I did a little mixing of this and that the other night. Usually, I don't mix vodka and rum, but as I wanted something with lots of fruit
However, it is the Northeast, and winter could be here for a while. To remind myself of warm weather and fresh produce, I did a little mixing of this and that the other night. Usually, I don't mix vodka and rum, but as I wanted something with lots of fruit
