Bay leaves aren't just for soups and stews - and yes, they do, in fact, have a flavor! The very under-appreciated leaves of the European bay laurel tree deserve a lot more credit than they get for their unique flavor and aroma. If you already enjoy the flavor of bay leaf, or even if you …
Syrups
There's no flavor more cozy than the warming, fragrant spice of cinnamon. It's aroma instantly transports me to the chilly days of fall and winter and the delicious drinks and desserts of the holiday season. In cocktails, cinnamon is used in drinks as diverse as a simple Spiced Old Fashioned or an Apple Cinnamon Negroni …
Orgeat is a classic bar syrup that's traditionally made with almonds, sugar, and a dash or either rosewater or orange flower water. Orgeat's uniquely rich, nutty, and slightly floral flavor has made it a notable ingredient in classic tiki cocktails like the Mai Tai and Saturn. There are a few different ways to make orgeat, …
Simple syrups are a fun and easy way to add flavors to drinks like cocktails and mocktails. This quick recipe uses blackberries and whole pink peppercorns for a sweet, tangy, and lightly spiced syrup that is great in cocktails like my Blackberry Pink Peppercorn Gin Sour! How to make simple syrup Simple syrup is, in …
Cranberry is a quintessential winter flavor that's perfect in seasonal and holiday drinks. If you've ever made cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving, you can make this very easy cranberry simple syrup. Cranberries have a unique sour flavor that is tangy and refreshing. Their bold tartness is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of sugar or honey in …
If you want to make crème de cassis but don't have easy access to fresh black currants, you've come to the right place! We're going to make a lightning fast black currant liqueur using juice, sugar, and a neutral flavored spirit of your choice. Where I live, the liquor stores don't often carry crème de …