On Sun, 7 Apr 2013 07:29:46 -0700 (PDT), Kalmia
> wrote:

>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.

I hear cocktails are making a comeback -- 'zat so? I'm with you, make
me one while you are at it ;o)
Janet US