Ice and Alchemy

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Lost a very good dude this week. Far too soon. Open up a bar on the other side, Josue, and we'll all come visit when it'...
12/23/2020

Lost a very good dude this week. Far too soon. Open up a bar on the other side, Josue, and we'll all come visit when it's time 🍸

Been MIA from IG but it's not because I'm not thinking about you 😘 I'll post images of what I've been up to later but in...
12/08/2020

Been MIA from IG but it's not because I'm not thinking about you 😘 I'll post images of what I've been up to later but in addition I've been workshopping my "201" Virtual Mixology Classes for 2021 where we explore the next level of cocktail structures for you to get even weirder with at home! Pictured here is the 1934 Cosmo, workshopped at various proportions (there are many out there) to find the best balance for you all. If you've taken classes from me already you probably have one or both of the spirits needed to make this drink already! This drink will be in my "Not-A-Martini" class lol (working title) and it's damn delicious. December is almost 100% booked so hit me up asap or I'll see you next year. Either way, we'll have a hell of a fun time. Be well, y'all! I'll be posting all the new classes as they develop!

11/25/2020

Never made a video myself before so be gentle in the comments lol!! Video is a whole new world for m and I learned a lot. Pretty sure I could really have fun with these down the line, time permitting! Going with and a brown butter-washed reposado tequila in this little drink! As much as I love a rye old fashioned, cutting it with the buttery repo is just smooth and sexy. Maple bitters and hickory smoke tied it all together *muah*🤌
✅ Would definitely make again
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The gift of a good education 🤓! Win this AWESOME stir kit from paired with a couple books from a couple dudes I have se...
11/22/2020

The gift of a good education 🤓! Win this AWESOME stir kit from paired with a couple books from a couple dudes I have serious respect for in our fine industry: and . Get your learn-on while mixing up some cheer with this giveaway! How do you enter? Just give me a crisp high-ten in the comments 🙌 and tag someone you'd want to school with your new-found cocktail mojo using this gift set. Also, if you're in a rush for a stir kit like this, head over to Bull in China's website and use the code ICEANDALCHEMY10 for $10 off your kit!
Keep on mixing, y'all!

Time for the next giveaway and it's MAJOR! We're dipping into my Post-prohibition virtual cocktail class to celebrate th...
10/12/2020

Time for the next giveaway and it's MAJOR! We're dipping into my Post-prohibition virtual cocktail class to celebrate the Moscow Mule! In this giveaway you'll get TWO copper mugs courtesy of ($100 value), a copy of Mulehead, a book containing 75 Mule recipes from amazing bar pros (check out slide 3 for the image for my entry on page 56!) and I'm throwing in a bottle of my favorite ginger beer by + a lime so that you can get to making Mules immediately with a friend!
How do you participate? Easy. Like this post and tag a friend who you want to sip a Mule with over the holiday! Extra credit: snap a photo of a Mule you made at home and use the hashtag for 10 extra entries. (I love seeing what you all are up to!) Winner chosen this Sunday!
Have you take a Virtual Cocktail Class yet? I've taught over 2,500 people since launching in April and am regularly adding new lessons. Email me at [email protected] and mention this post for 20% off your next party of 6+ people!
Be sure to check out the brands in this post because they would make killer holiday gifts! Moscow Copper Co even does engraved mugs 😁
Cheers!

! In my interpretation of the Carajillo, I combine Licor 43, Borghetti espresso liqueur, cold brew coffee, oat milk and...
09/29/2020

! In my interpretation of the Carajillo, I combine Licor 43, Borghetti espresso liqueur, cold brew coffee, oat milk and a touch of fernet menta. Wet shake, dry shake for froth, then garnish with a lemon peel on the side for people to express if they'd like. Yummers 😋 If you ever want to create a classic Carajillo, simply shake up some espresso and Licor 43 with ice, strain it into a glass, and you're good to go!

Earlier this week I had to cough in a grocery store aisle but there were people in the aisle with me so I tried to swall...
09/27/2020

Earlier this week I had to cough in a grocery store aisle but there were people in the aisle with me so I tried to swallow the cough. Swallowing a cough is about as awkward as you can image it to be and led to some of the weirdest sounds I've ever made. The whole episode lasted around 6 seconds, but by then the aisle had totally cleared. I'm now the village l***r at my local co-op.
Anyway, here's a pellet-smoked bloody mary with a traeger-rubbed rim, and bourbon.
The end.

Negroni Week: Day 2. "Batch 'em + Barrel 'em"
09/15/2020

Negroni Week: Day 2. "Batch 'em + Barrel 'em"

First giveaway! Flavored syrups are one of the best ways to get flavor into your drinks and take them in new directions....
09/14/2020

First giveaway! Flavored syrups are one of the best ways to get flavor into your drinks and take them in new directions. To get your creative wheels turning I'm giving away a set of syrups to one lucky winner this week! These syrups are made with real ingredients, are full of flavor, and I've used them often to customize cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks with bold flavors. Be sure to head over to their page to see all the flavors they offer!
To Participate:
• Post a photo of a cocktail or lifestyle shot and answer this one question somewhere in your description: Which flavor are you feeling right now?
• Be sure to use the tag so I can see what you post!
The winner will be chosen on Sunday 9/20 so you have plenty of time to snap and post your entry/entries! The winner will also receive a discount on any one of my Virtual Cocktail Classes.
Have fun!
(Valid in US continental 48 states)

The highball. Easily one of the most consumed styles of boozy beverage out there and often done so little justice! Take ...
09/03/2020

The highball. Easily one of the most consumed styles of boozy beverage out there and often done so little justice! Take the humble whiskey soda, for example. I think back to my college days when I was slinging bottom shelf whiskey with soda from a gun that would always still have the residual flavors of Coke, Sprite, and cranberry, from previous pours. Ugh. But a highball done correctly is a delicious, simple treat!


came to me with their Club Soda No 1 and claims that they engineered the mineral content to elevate barrel-aged spirits, malt, peat, citrus, etc. Ultimately, they had a whiskey highball in mind and I was ready to put their claims to the test with no frills or flair -- just one of my favorite bourbons, Top Note No 1 Club Soda, perfect ice, and a twist of lemon. Here's what I learned:

The minerals they use definitely highlighted the wood and honey aroma and flavors of the bourbon. 👃

The high level of carbonation brought a lot of aroma to the surface and kept the highball fizzier for a long time, which I appreciate. 🙌

It made the lemon oil from the twist POP! 🍋 Especially halfway through the sip, the oils crescendo and keeps each sip ultra-bright.

This is definitely a whiskey drinker's soda water and makes a killer highball, but it also plays really well in Collins structures where citrus is a major component so there is a lot of versatility coming from a seemingly simple mixer. 🍹
One of my favorite things about the bottle itself is the fact all of Top Note's mixers are 8.5 ounces. I love a 2 oz spirit / 4 oz mixer pour in my highballs (gin-tonics, whiskey sodas, etc) and I can get 2 full servings from one bottle. In fact, they mark the halfway point on the label so you don't even have to guess! Ahhhh details details details make me happy!
Well played, Top Note 👏👏👏 And thanks for letting me go back to an awesome highball.

The highball. Easily one of the most consumed styles of boozy beverage out there and often done so little justice! Take ...
09/03/2020

The highball. Easily one of the most consumed styles of boozy beverage out there and often done so little justice! Take the humble whiskey soda, for example. I think back to my college days when I was slinging bottom shelf whiskey with soda from a gun that would always still have the residual flavors of Coke, Sprite, and cranberry, from previous pours. Ugh. But a highball done correctly is a delicious, simple treat!
came to me with their Club Soda No 1 and claims that they engineered the mineral content to elevate barrel-aged spirits, malt, peat, citrus, etc. Ultimately, they had a whiskey highball in mind and I was ready to put their claims to the test with no frills or flair -- just one of my favorite bourbons, Top Note No 1 Club Soda, perfect ice, and a twist of lemon. Here's what I learned:

The minerals they use definitely highlighted the wood and honey aroma and flavors of the bourbon.

The high level of carbonation brought a lot of aroma to the surface and kept the highball fizzier for a long time, which I appreciate. 

It made the lemon oil from the twist POP! Especially halfway through each sip, the oils crescendo and keeps each sip ultra-bright.

This is definitely a whiskey drinker's soda water and makes a killer highball, but it also plays really well in Collins structures where citrus is a major component so there is a lot of versatility coming from a seemingly simple mixer.
One of my favorite things about the bottle itself is the fact all of Top Note's mixers are 8.5 ounces. I love a 2 oz spirit / 4 oz mixer pour in my highballs (gin-tonics, whiskey sodas, etc) and I can get 2 full servings from one bottle. In fact, they mark the halfway point on the label so you don't even have to guess! Ahhhh details details details make me happy!
Well played, Top Note 👏👏👏. And thanks for letting me go back to an awesome highball. 🥃

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