Who knew

I learned via CocktailDB that a Pink Squirrel using Amaretto (instead of Creme de Noyeaux, which gives the cocktail its rosy hue) is called a Gatsby. Hum. Who knew?

Original: No name; we'll call it an Alejita for now

Well, let's be honest, it's a Mojito-like drink, but with a twist. I have a ton of mint that needed to be used up, but I didn't want to make yet another Mojito.

I created a drink using vodka (approx 1.5-2oz), lemon juice (approx .75oz), raspberry syrup (approx .75oz) and muddled mint, topped with club soda.

It's tasty, but I think I might try to up the raspberry syrup (well, and next time I'll actually measure so that I have an idea of proportions, too) to get more raspberry flavor.

I also think it may be interesting to try a mint julep type beverage using Amaretto instead of whisk(e)y.

Mint is a lot of fun, I really need to buy a plant of my own.

Review: Columbia Cocktail

Well, at least that's what CocktailDB calls it. Seems like there are many different versions using that name.

Anyway, I wanted to find a cocktail that used lemon and rum, since I've been having so many lime drinks, I haven't been using up my lemons. This one looked perfect - not only did it have lemon and rum, but it was complimented by some raspberry syrup, which I happen to have on hand, as well!

I have to say, this drink seemed very well balanced to me. The tang of the lemon, the kick of the liquor, and the sweet of the raspberry ... and you could even taste the raspberry in this one - a very light note of it that in no way overpowered the libation.

All in all, a very enjoyable beverage.

Mojito glasses?

I know, this blog has turned into All Mojito, All the Time!, but, really, I don't mind waxing poetic about them.

In any case, there's an actual company dedicated to Mojitos and products to ease the Mojito-making process. They even have Mojito glasses.

The glasses cost 5 bucks a pop! (in a set of four, for $20). My PomTea costs the same amount, and you get a glass AND a beverage! Plus, you don't have to pay shipping. Honestly, they look like the exact same glass, except mine say "PomTea" on them, which I don't mind at all. I'm not that picky.

Otherwise, I'd say hit up a restaurant supplier or a discount store, to see if you can find them for cheaper.

Note to self, however, purchase a bona-fide muddler.