Fiery Old-Fashions

Fiery Old-Fashions

firely-old-fashionFor Thanksgiving this year, I thought I would incorporate this tasty little number.   Never one to follow the trends – I’m opting away from the creamed pumpkin and apple cider based drinks.  I say bring on the Whisky! This lovely twist on an old Fashion is light and refreshing with a delightful burst of cinnamon at the end.  The first one makes the next two seem like a great idea – so just make sure you help Grandma to the dining room table when the turkey is served!

  • 1 shot Fireball Whisky
  • 1 shot bourbon
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp orange juice
  • 4 dashes of bitters (we used orange bitters)

Shake and strain into an old fashion glass and garnish with orange peel.

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The Best Part of Fall

The Best Part of Fall

pumkingI love when the weather starts to turn, and you feel that cool crisp snap in the air.  When the leaves are just starting to turn.  That’s when I love to pop open a Southern Tier Pumking!  It’s a great way to “welcome” the fall season.  The weather is warm enough to enjoy cold beer, but cool enough that you want a little flavor oomph to invoke a little warmth.   Relax and enjoy one now, while the season is just starting:  because it’s only a matter of time before it’s good bye Pumking and hello coffee stouts!

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Crop Organic Cucumber Lemonade

Crop Organic Cucumber Lemonade

croplemonadeYum – two things that cool us off in the summer, together, make the perfect summer sipper! For years we’ve raved about the quality and taste of Crop Organic Vodka – but you really need to taste it for yourself. Try Crop Cucumber for the summer and the possibilities are endless…over ice with tonic water, into your favorite Bloody Mary, or mixed into a refreshing Crop Cucumber and lemonade. (Recipe below)

 CUCUMBER LEMONADE

  1. 1 part Crop Organic Cucumber Vodka
  2. 2 parts organic lemonade
  3. Garnish with sliced cucumber lemon wedge
  4. Serve over ice

 

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Hickey’s 5 Top Beers of Summer

Hickey’s 5 Top Beers of Summer

With over 600 craft beers to choose from, your probably wondering what to try next.  Here’s our list of the “Top Five” selling craft brews for the month of June. I’ve included the brewer’s notes on each to give you their interpretation the beer – see if they meet your expectations.  Maybe you’ll even find a new summer favorite!  Cheers

summerbeer2016Jack’s Abby Hoponious Union: This lager harmoniously combines lager yeast fermentation and west coast IPA hops. Its India style Pale Lager is like a traditional IPA but with a twist – it’s fermented cold and aged for extended periods. A blend of classic American hops creates a huge tropical fruit and citrusy hop aroma. A dry finish accentuates the pleasant bitterness and hop profile. Hoponious Union uses locally grown dehulled spelt from MA.

Dogfish Head 60 Minute: 60 Minute IPA is continuously hopped — more than 60 hop additions over a 60-minute boil. (Getting a vibe of where the name came from?) 60 Minute is brewed with a slew of great Northwest hops. A powerful but balanced East Coast IPA with a lot of citrusy hop character; it’s the session beer for hardcore enthusiasts!

Kona Big Wave Golden Ale: Big Wave is a lighter bodied golden ale with a tropical hop aroma and flavor – a smooth, easy drinking refreshing ale. The use of caramel malt contributes to the golden hue of this beer and our special blend of hops provides bright quenching finish.

Wachusett Blueberry Ale: The slight aroma of blueberry is balanced by a subtle flavor that gets fermented into this delicious wheat ale. It’s the perfect, refreshing beer for any season.

Newburyport Greenhead IPA: An assertive and hoppy west coast-style India Pale Ale. Bright hop aromas and flavors fade to a brief, smooth malt undertone and a clean, crisp, slightly bitter finish. This beer is brewed to bite you back!

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SpikedSeltzer

SpikedSeltzer

spikedserltzerDon’t be the last to hear about it! SpikedSeltzer is on fire! We can’t keep it in the store. I would love to tell you it’s light, fruity and refreshing; but honestly it’s so much more than that. It’s almost a disservice to describe it so simply, so here’s a little more from the makers themselves:

SpikedSeltzer is made exclusively from purified water and natural ingredients. The fresh fruit flavors infused in SpikedSeltzer are derived from cold-pressed citrus essence from a variety of fruits. Fermentation of this citrus essence and sugar naturally produces 6% alcohol. The result is clean and clear without the sugary sweetness of wine or the heaviness of beer. SpikedSeltzer contains 6% alcohol, yet there is no taste of alcohol thanks to the unique brewing process developed by our master brewer, Nick Shields. Whether it’s straight from the bottle, poured over ice, or used in a mixed drink, SpikedSeltzer always remains perfectly refreshing.”

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Mint Julep

Mint Julep

mintjulepAs many of you know, one of the most iconic American events is happening this weekend. That’s right, the 142 annual Kentucky Derby. This magnificent event deemed “the best two minutes in sports” has run without interruption since 1875. Steeped in wonderful traditions, this event oozes charm and sophistication. Even though most of us will never attend one of these events in person– there’s no reason we can’t play along as we watch the race from home. So don your favorite hat and fix yourself a delightful Mint Julep.
Mint Julep Recipe
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups water
• Sprigs of fresh mint
• Crushed ice
• Bourbon Whisky
• Silver Julep Cups
Make simple syrup by boiling sugar and water together for five minutes. Cool and place in a covered container with six or eight sprigs of fresh mint, then refrigerate overnight. Make one julep at a time by filling a julep cup with crushed ice, adding one tablespoon mint syrup and two ounces of Kentucky Bourbon Whisky. Stir rapidly with a spoon to frost the outside of the cup. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.

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French 75 Cocktail

French 75 Cocktail

french75What was once old is new again!  And that goes for the French 75 cocktail (or as the French call it a Soixante Quinze).  The drink originated in Paris during World War I, and was said to “have such a kick that it felt like being shelled with the powerful French 75mm field gun!”

Well its made a stunning resurgence and I have to say I think that’s wonderful news.  One sip and you’ll have to agree.  I made mine with Uncle Val’s Gin because of all the wonderful botanical flavors in it.  As for the sparkling wine aspect – stick to Proseccos’ – their crisp, clean flavors and affordable price points make them perfect for this recipe.

Make this your first summer sipper on your patio when the sun comes out tomorrow!

Ingredients:

  •   1 oz gin
  •   1/2 oz. simple syrup
  •   1/2 oz. fresh squeezed lemon juice
  •   Brut Champagne or dry sparkling white wine
  •    lemon twist, to garnish

Instructions:

Combine gin, simple syrup and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.  Shake until well chilled and strain in a glass.   Top with Champagne and garnish with long lemon twist to serve

 

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Sam Adams Utopia

Sam Adams Utopia

utopiasSam Adams Utopia is a beer collectable from Sam Adams brewery. A combination of vintage beers aged to perfection in a variety of liquor casks to create a harmonious libation unique in both flavor  and structure. This years’ blend is aged in cognac, bourbon, port, and Madeira barrels – culminating  at a whopping 28% ABV. Tastes of molasses, vanilla, oak, and cocoa compliment the blend beautifully.

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Winter Warmers

Winter Warmers

christmasbeer   It’s the most wonderful time of the year – time for all of our favorite brewers to release their seasonal “winter warmers”. This season of brewing is all about malt. Winters are usually heavier, fuller bodied beers with less hops and more malt. Spices like clove, nutmeg, ginger and molasses are sometimes added too. Winter Warmer season tends to start in December with spiced lagers and ales and by January/February, we are drenched in heavier favorites like coffee porters and chocolate stouts!

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SAVE A DATE

FALL GRAND TASTING!

November 9, 2019 2 to 5 pm

winetastingMark your calendars for our biggest tastings of the year.  It couldn’t come at a better time then just before Thanksgiving and Christmas-what better time to stock up. Sample over 45 wines, a dozen craft beers and Ciders at this fabulous event. B.Food Bakery will be providing some savory treats and baked goods to snack on.  We look forward to sharing our new products before the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.

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