On Apr 6, 8:54*pm, sf > wrote:
> 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.
>
> --
> Food is an important part of a balanced diet.

I don't need no stinkin' tv show to induce me to make a Sidecar. Most
bartenders don't even know what it is, btw.

Food in the 50's was no great treat. You were lucky if there was
HoJo's nearby, at least in MY area.