"Janet Bostwick" > wrote in message
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> On Sat, 06 Apr 2013 17:54:09 -0700, sf > wrote:
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>>
>>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.
>
> What is Mad Men?
> Janet US


One of the best shows on TV IMO.

Cheri