What are you serving for the premier of Mad Men 2013?

I have two cocktails that I want to make, but have nothing to eat in
mind yet. I should consider crepes or a souffle because they were
"guest" food back then. I would make linguini with clams because it
was popular in the late '60s, but hubby can't eat shellfish anymore.
Of course, a big beef steak and baked potatoes is very '60s as well.
Decisions, decisions!

Here are the drinks I have in mind

Sidecar Cocktail
Serves 1

3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 ounce Cointreau
1 1/2 ounce Cognac
Lemon wedge and sugar, for rim, optional
Garnish could also be lemon twist

If you prefer the traditional sugar-rimmed glass, run the wedge of
lemon around the edge of a martini glass to moisten. Dip the rim into
sugar.

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the freshly squeezed lemon
juice, the Cointreau and the Cognac. Shake until well chilled. Strain
into the martini glass and enjoy.


Ophelia (tested and approved)
2 cocktails

Ingredients

For the Rosemary Simple Syrup (make ahead):

1/4 cup ground rosemary (use an herb grinder, a coffee grinder or a
small food processor)
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup of sugar


Preparation:

Bring the water to a boil, add the sugar and rosemary and stir until
the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and steep the mixture off
heat for 45 minutes.

Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a container. (The
accompanying video has a visual reference for the depth of color that
should be achieved; a light golden syrup).

To Make the Cocktail:

1 and 1/2 oz of good Gin
3/4 oz rosemary syrup
3/4 oz fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 of a lemon, squeezed)
Club Soda
Sprig of rosemary for garnish

Fill glass with ice.
Add gin, lemon and rosemary simple syrup and stir.
Top with club soda, stir briefly and garnish with a rosemary sprig.

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Food is an important part of a balanced diet.