Shake, Stir, Pour-Fresh Homegrown Cocktails: Make Syrups, Mixers, Infused Spirits, and Bitters with Farm-Fresh Ingredients-50 Original Recipes
Create Your Own Fresh, Homegrown Cocktails!
Pure, intense, and flavorful€"homemade cocktails are best straight from the source. Start in your garden or local market and create an in-season, made-from-scratch cocktail to lift your spirits and impress your guests. But be warned: Once you€ve tasted the fresh version of your favorite drink, you€ll never want to go back.
Start by making your own syrups:
€"Simple syrup: an absolute staple and the base for unlimited concoctions
€"Herbal syrups including Thai Basil Syrup, Mint Syrup, and Lavender Syrup
€"Spice syrups, featuring Cinnamon Syrup, Ginger Syrup, and Orange Cardamom Syrup
€"Fruit/vegetable syrups such as Rhubarb Syrup, Pear Syrup, and Celery Syrup
Make your own bar basics:
€"Fresh Citrus Cordials like the Ruby Red Grapefruit-Lemongrass Cordial
€"Classic garnishes, including real Cocktail Cherries and Cocktail Onions
€"Classic mixers like Grenadine, Ginger Beer Concentrate, and Bloody Mary Mix
Make your own infusions:
€"Base spirits including Cucumber, Lemon & Dill Gin and Jalape±o-Cilantro Vodka
€"Limoncello: a homemade version of the Italian classic
€"Bitters: a cocktail classic with new, unique flavor combinations
And explore the more than 50 drink recipes that feature your fresh, homemade creations!