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www.seriouseats.com
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| | | | | How many ways are there to enjoy a martini? Over at Slate, Troy Patterson has given a lot of thought to this question. He staged a Tournament of Martinis, in the pattern of the NCAA basketball tourney. Starting with 80 recipes (yes, 80), he paired drinks up and let them battle for supremacy. He includes martini variations that I don't think of as such: for example, martinis with Chartreuse, Scotch, elderflower liqueur, or lime juice. Patterson's path is fun to read, but I have no intention of duplicating his work. Instead I want to focus on just a few elements of the martini: the ingredients, the ratio, the preparation, and the presentation, along with a little history. | |
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five-eights.com
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| | | | | As well as software, I also make cocktails. I got into it a few years ago, and by now it's become a fully grown hobby, as evidenced by the entire kitchen shelf given over to bottles, and the ongoing invasion of my fridge by Mason jars of syrups and infused spirits. (Luckily my roommate considers that an acceptable price to pay for having an onsite bartender!) One question I often get asked is: "How do I get started making drinks at home?" Home bartending is a very satisfying hobby, not least because you'... | |
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www.thrillist.com
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| | | | | You'll be one thirsty bargoer after seeing these cocktail photos from Sugar House, Biltong Bar, and more. | |
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secondwindleisure.com
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