29 Monday Mar 2021
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The Negroni Cocktail is classically made with equal parts Gin, Italian Sweet Vermouth and Compari (or similar Italian bitter like Cappelletti), stirred (not shaken) over ice, and served with a twist or slice of orange. It’s well known for it’s lovely color and perhaps less known for it’s colorful history.
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31 Friday Jul 2020
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I ordered a Cucumber Basil Martini at the Mayan Kitchen restaurant in Chattanooga and knew instantly I’d have to recreate it at home.
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24 Friday Apr 2015
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I may have a new favorite Summer Thyme Sipper. Gin & Tonic {with Grilled Pineapple & Lemony Thyme}. Photo bomb courtesy of Scrappy Thyme.
Wow on so many levels. Have you had grilled pineapple? Turned your nose up at gin? Questioned fresh herbs in a cocktail? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions…
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19 Friday Sep 2014
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This, my friends, is a London Scotland Strawberry Martini. It’s a glorious concoction of gin, strawberry puree, grenadine, lemon juice, with a splash of champagne. It’s sweet and refreshing.
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11 Friday Apr 2014
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The 13th hole at Augusta National aka The Masters Tournament is named Azalea. While the entire course is a thing of beauty, there’s something extra special about a green tucked up amongst a backdrop of blooming azaleas. Let that be the inspiration for this cocktail. Continue reading »
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