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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
Tag Archives: Martini
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
Don’t forget to check out @shkn_nt_stirred. There are many gin and martini related posts there. Plus a few of my favorite restaurants. 😉
One of my favorite local places to have a drink is Manhattan Steak and Seafood. Located in a rather obscure part of the city of Orange, in Orange Co., CA, it is a great hidden gem well off the beaten … Continue reading
This may be the second most discussed question about Martinis. As noted, my preference is a twist; when I drink Bombay. To me the lemon flavors compliment the herbs of Bombay while the saltiness of the olives seems to overpower … Continue reading
This is probably the most discussed issue about Martinis. The name on this blog clearly shows you where I stand on this subject. Here are two reasons why. The stirred Martini, when properly executed, has a silky smooth luxurious mouth … Continue reading
I think it only fair to let you, my dedicated reader, know my preferences. I order Bombay Sapphire Martini shaken with just a splash of Vermouth served in a very well chilled Martini glass with a twist of lemon. I … Continue reading
So what is the Perfect Martini? It’s often said that “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and so it is with Martinis. My perfect Martini may not be the same as yours. Gin or Vodka, Shaken or Stirred, … Continue reading