February 2012
Jack Daniels Honey Lemonade
Ready for those hot, sunny days of summer!? Why wait until it's too hot to enjoy it? Whether it's 40 or 70 degrees out, you can retreat to those lazy days of summer with little more than your imagination and a tall, cool glass of Tennessee Lemonade. It's the Jack Daniel's Honey that adds the sweet twang to this classic southern cocktail. One sip is all it takes and... Whooosh!!! There you are rocking to and fro on the front porch, sun on your face with the soothing buzz of cicadas in your ear. Welcome to your endless summer!
Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of February here at Quarry Wine & Spirits, except the soda which is available next door at The Fresh Market)...
Jack Daniels Honey Lemonade
1 oz Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey
3/4 oz Tuaca
1 oz Sour Mix
4 oz Lemon-Lime Soda
Combine ingredients in a tall glass over ice. Garnish with a cherry and enjoy!
Amarula French Toast
Remember your childhood? One of my fondest memories is of waking up in the morning to the smell of my Grandmothers's "Bubala French Toast." The bouquet of warm buttered bread and cinnamon would waft through the kitchen, up the stairs, and across the hall. It would drift into my room from under the door like a scene out of Dracula. That's the aroma which had me rub my eyes, step into the coziest of slippers, and descend downstairs into the kitchen. There, my apron clad Grandmother would be standing over the stove, skillet in hand. I waited in eager anticipation. I'd listen as the sizzle from the butter coated bread calmed from a loud, rapid crackle to a soft, constant whisper. Then silence until a scrape and a "tink" from her spatula as she plated each slice. Breakfast was so close...
I haven't had Bubala French Toast in a long time. Not sure that I could even make it if I tried. A substitute is in need. This holiday season I choose not the impossible task of replicating Grandma's recipe, but rather, doing something completely different. That's where our Cocktail of the Month steps in: Amarula French Toast. Made with Amarula Cream Liqueur, this drink is sure to give comfort during the cold winter months, just like Grandma's French Toast did. Try it as a dessert, or what the heck, try it for breakfast!
Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of December here at Quarry Wine & Spirits, except the milk and cinnamon which is available next door at The Fresh Market)...
Amarula French Toast
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November 2011
Ultimat Purple Martini
Want to ensure victory? Everyone knows that wearing particular garments, chanting certain cheers, and executing intricate routines have all been found to profoundly affect the outcome of televised sporting events. The more rituals you have, the more likely your team will be successful. Watch a game without doing at least one of these things could spell imminent doom for your favorite squad. So in an attempt to better the odds even further, we've come up with the Ultimat Purple Martini. Our scientific based research has shown that consumption of the Ultimat Purple Martini while watching the game nearly guarantees victory. This holds true even if your troop doesn't sport the color purple! Now, if you're among those that only pair sporting events with carbonated malt beverages, know this; even though a bold purple cocktail isn't the most subtle way of supporting your team, it tastes good and your team will win. Case closed. Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of November here at Quarry Wine & Spirits, except the cranberry juice which is available next door at The Fresh Market)...
Ultimat Purple Martini
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The Ghost
1 1/2 oz Etalon Vodka
1/4 oz Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur
1/4 oz Half-and-Half
1/4 oz Simple Syrup
Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass rimmed with white chocolate. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings (optional).
Etalon Vodka Etalon is a high quality vodka made of grain spirit in accordance with a traditional Russian recipe.
Etalon Website
Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur starts with the world's most luxurious chocolate. Combining the delicate notes of white chocolate with a smooth creamy finish, Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur is as decadent as the original. Pure indulgence.
Godiva Website
Join us on Friday, October 21st, for a taste of The Ghost!
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What rhymes with amber? September! Well, okay maybe that's a stretch, but there's no denying that the -ember months are upon us. That means one last hurrah for summer. But with the days getting shorter and the evenings becoming cooler one might need a bit more than a beer or another margarita to satisfy the palate and comfort the soul. So we found a drink with a strong backbone, yet at the same time, with a light, silky, and refreshing quality. If this drink were a boxer it would be Oscar de la Hoya. Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of September here at Quarry Wine & Spirits, except the cranberry juice which is available next door at The Fresh Market)...
Spiced Almond
3/4 oz Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum
1/2 oz Disaronno Amaretto
1/2 oz Cranberry Juice
1/4 oz Sour Mix
Mix the Amaretto, Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum, Cranberry Juice and Sour Mix into a cocktail shaker half-filled with ice cubes. Shake well, and strain into an ice-cube filled old-fashioned glass. Garnish with lime wedge (optional).
Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum is a tribute to the legendary and modern day adventurer. It honors their core essence; a fierce loyalty, stout-heart and unwavering resolve. These timeless qualities, backed by over a century of Bacardi tradition, are reflected in the robust taste of Oakheart; a smooth, spiced rum with a hint of smokiness that stands up to any challenge.
Disaronno Amaretto is made in Saronno, Italy, using only the highest quality natural ingredients. The recipe hasn't changed since 1525. Disaronno is produced with only carefully selected ingredients such as the pure essence of 17 selected herbs and fruits soaked in apricot kernel oil. It is characterized by an unmistakable amber color. The production process, with its special methods of extraction, soaking, and vacuum-sealed distillation, contain the secrets of Disaronno.
Join us on Friday, September 16th, for a taste of the Spiced Almond!
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August. The last full month of summer. Autumn is around the corner, but it's not here yet. The hustle and bustle of the Fall season is still far enough away. Time to relax. Time to find a pool, or a shaded patio, or one last vacation destination. Time to spend with things familiar; friends, family, and cocktails included. When it comes to cocktails, no summer libation is more familiar than the margarita. But we're not talking about the frozen family restaurant version. We're talking fresh, handmade, classic margaritas on the rocks. We're talking about this months Cocktail of the Month: the Espolon Margarita. Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of August here at Quarry Wine & Spirits, except the fresh lime juice which is available next door at The Fresh Market)...
Espolon Margarita
3 oz Espolon Reposado Tequila
2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
1 oz Agave Nectar
Splash of Club Soda
Shake first three ingredients over ice. Strain into a salt-rimmed rocks glass over ice. Garnish with a lime twist. Top with a splash of soda water.
Espolon Tequila is handcrafted with 100% pure Blue Agave. At its core is the spirit of the iconic rooster, a symbol synonymous with Mexico's proud history. It is a tribute to the Mexican artists who inspired the world with their true portrayals of the rich, storied culture of Mexico. Espolon takes you to where people celebrate everyday life - it pours you into the heart of real Mexico.
Agave Nectar is most often made from Blue Agave, the plant that is used to make tequila. In Mexico Agave Nectar is known as "honey water" as it is similar to honey in sweetness and consistency.
Join us on Friday, August 5th, for a taste of the Espolon Margarita!
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Try something different. Take a step away from the normal cocktail. Drink creatively. Forget the tired old recipes of yesteryear. Out with mass produced spirits and high fructose corn syrup. In with all-natural ingredients and innovative mixology. Mixology with organic ingredients like these: Anise, Allspice, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Spearmint, Lemon, Smoked Black Tea, Wintergreen, Clove, Orange, Nutmeg, Sugar Cane, Birch Bark, Quinine, Agave Nectar, and Maple Syrup. That's what you get in this Month's Cocktail: the Root n' Tonic. Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of July here at Quarry Wine & Spirits, except the maple syrup which is available next door at The Fresh Market)...
Root n' Tonic
2 parts ROOT
4 parts Q Tonic
1 dash of maple syrup
Mix ROOT and maple syrup together in a tall glass. Add ice. Top with tonic.
ROOT is distilled from organic sugar cane grown in the U.S. and has an incredibly unique flavor. This rustic spirit was inspired by a potent 18th century Pennsylvania folk recipe. It is an alcoholic version of what eventually evolved into Birch or Root Beer.
ROOT Website
Q Tonic is dedicated to making the world's best tonic water - a clean, crisp, completely ungeneric beverage that enhances the finest spirits or stands proudly on its own. Q Tonic uses hand-picked quinine from the slopes of the Peruvian Andes and organic agave nectar from Mexico.
Q Tonic Website
Join us on Friday, July 1st, for a taste of the Root n' Tonic!
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Have you ever wanted to teleport? Well, we've figured out how. It's really easy actually. Just follow our five step process... First, you find yourself a vessel, preferably one made of glass. Second, put into the vessel all the secret teleportation ingredients (to be revealed below). Third, within the vessel, all the teleportation ingredients must enter a state of fusion. This can be accomplished by placing the vessel in an industrial strength oscillator, or simply by using brute force. Fourth, the fused ingredients must be sufficiently chilled and blended with H2O, C2H5OH, and CO2. Finally, close your eyes, consume the contents of the vessel, count to three, and voilà, you'll teleport to a remote island in the Caribbean! That's right, we've found the secret to teleportation, and it comes in the form of this month's Cocktail Corner drink: The Don Q Mojito. Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of June here at Quarry Wine & Spirits, except the mint and the lime which are available next door at The Fresh Market)...
Don Q Mojito
1 1/2 oz Don Q Cristal Rum
1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
10-12 Mint Leaves
1 tsp Simple Syrup
Club Soda (optional)
In tall glass add mint, lime juice, and simple syrup, then muddle ingredients. Add ice and Don Q Rum then top with soda water (optional).
Don Q Rum uses a multiple distillation system to produce a cleaner, more refined, and more delicate flavor profile. So a Don Q drink will sip smoother than a drink made with another rum. It's also aged in American White Oak barrels to impart a touch more smoothness.
Don Q Website
Join us on Saturday, June 4th, for a taste of the Don Q Mojito!
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Remember warm days? They're right around the corner, we promise. And when the weather gets warm, there's nothing like a refreshing glass of lemonade, especially lemonade made from VeeV Açaí Spirit. This month's cocktail is the Skinny Açaí Lemonade made with VeeV and Agave Nectar. Not only does the lemonade taste great, but it's good for the waistline too. No need to worry when relaxing on the beach with this drink in hand; because the drink uses Agave Nectar as a sweetener, Skinny Açaí Lemonade is a healthy alternative to the usual suspects of spring and summer sugar filled cocktails. Here's the recipe (all the ingredients will be on sale through the month of April here at Quarry Wine & Spirits)...
Skinny Açaí Lemonade 1 1/4 oz VeeV Açaí Spirit 2 Lemon Wedges (squeezed) 1/2 oz Agave Nectar Club Soda Sprig of mint or basil (optional) ~ Squeeze the lemon wedges and shake all ingredients (except the club soda) well with ice. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass and top with club soda. Garnish with a lemon wedge. Enjoy!
VeeV Açaí Spirit is the world's first Açaí spirit. Açaí is the exotic tasting Brazilian national fruit and is thought to be the healthiest fruit on the planet, loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C and E, protein, and fiber. VeeV, which is handcrafted by award winning distillers, is also blended with all-natural ingredients such as prickly pear and acerola cherry. VeeV can be used in numerous cocktails; many other recipes can be found at their website here... http://www.veevlife.com/ext/recipes.php
Agave Nectar is most often made from Blue Agave, the plant that is used to make tequila. In Mexico Agave Nectar is known as "honey water" as it is similar to honey in sweetness and consistency.
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