| VODKA |
RUM |
| Vodka is a clear, colorless, unaged liquor "made
from ethyl alcohol from agricultural origin". Originally
made in Russia from potatoes, vodka is usually made from corn,
wheat or rye. Vodka’s transparent color and taste make
it a versatile ingredient in many classic cocktails; the screwdriver,
bloody Mary and vodka martini. When served straight, vodka should
always be ice-cold. |
Distilled from fermented sugarcane juice or molasses.
Most of the World’s rum comes from the Caribbean. It is
used in cocktails including the Cuba Libre, mai tai, daiquiri
and pina colada. |
| WHISKEY / SCOTCH
Single Malts |
GIN |
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Made from grains such as barley, rye or corn. There are many
varieties of whiskey, including scotch, bourbon and rye. Great
straight up or on the rocks, with a spritz of soda or the
classic whiskey sour.
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Although mainly from grains such as barley, corn or rye,
it is juniper berries that give gin it’s distinctive
taste. With just a touch of vermouth, and garnished with a
green olive, gin is the basis for the classic martini ---
shaken or stirred.
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| TEQUILA |
BRANDY |
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The tangy taste of Tequila originated in Mexico, where it
is made from the sweet sap of the agave plant. It is the main
ingredient in the ever popular margarita - with or without
salt.
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The name "brandy" comes from the Dutch
brandewijn, meaning "burned (distilled) wine." The
real reason for using a stemmed, pear shaped snifter....is it
is warmed by the hands, brandy releases it’s delightful
aroma |
| LIQUEURS |
COGNAC |
| These sweet treats are made from spirits (such
as brandy, rum, or whiskey) infused with flavoring from ingredients
such as seeds, fruits, herbs, flowers, nuts or spices. Originally
developed as after-dinner drinks, liqueurs also play an important
role in many cocktails. |
Simply put Cognac is a white wine produced and
double distilled into an eau-de-vie, then aged to produce the
cognac and bottled. Cognac is aged in Limousin oak casks (barrels).
It's aging period is between 2 to 50+ years. |
