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Glass shakers vs. Metal shakers? Which is better? I think part of the answer depends on whether you store the shaker in the freezer (or fridge). If you store it in the freezer then the greater thermal mass of the … Continue reading
Yearly Archives: 2015
Anybody out there like this trend of Martini Stemware without the ‘Stem’? I’ve noticed a number of places serving my Martinis in glassware that is short, almost stubby, with a bulbous ‘foot’, and no noticeable ‘stem’. The bowl is still … Continue reading
What is cold ice? Ice melts at 32F so we know that ice cannot be warmer than 32F. But it can be colder. Many restaurants’ freezers are set at OF which means ice pulled from a Freezer will be at … Continue reading
I recently visited Pardi in Agoura Hills. The place has a new owner(s) and they remodeled the bar area. The new decor is sort of a cross between country roadside farmhouse and LA Chic. I like the new feel and … Continue reading
What’s the best way to hold the stem to retain maximum Martini coldness? I use two fingers at the rim. Is it better to hold the base? Or the stem itself? Having my fingers on the rim of the bowl … Continue reading
Old English Gin awarded The Worlds Best Gin 2015 by the Drinks Report http://www.worldginawards.com/2015/ … Continue reading
I recently ran across this interesting list of awesome distilleries that you should visit. At the top of the list was Bombay Sapphire’s Laverstoke Mill. Sounds like a Road Trip. 😀 http://www.cntraveler.com/galleries/2014-12-11/8-distilleries-to-visit-right-now-evan-williams-campari-buffalo-trace?mbid=synd_fox
Found this on the web …. all I can say is ‘WOW’. Pilgrimage Worthy. http://t.co/xs8avBmokR … Continue reading
Not to long ago I was in Thousand Oaks and stopped in at Mastro’s. I’ve been there several times, but never to specifically review their Martini. Mastro’s is known for their steaks and excellent service. But that doesn’t necessarily correlate … Continue reading
I found Sir Roger Moore’s thoughts on his Perfect Martini at his twitter feed: @sirrogermoore . For those not on Twitter, here is the article and link: How to make a dry martini the Roger Moore way http://gu.com/p/45kcc/stw I don’t … Continue reading