Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Zollschlager

1 part Ginger infused vodka
1 part Cinnamon infused vodka
1 part Caramel vodka
1 part Fennel infused vodka
1 part Mint infused vodka
1 part Lemon infused vodka
1 part Cola

As soon as you smell the fennel infused vodka you understand the potential. The other flavors add some nice depth. I am sure we could come up with additional flavors that would continue to improve matters. The cola is not entirely necessary but adds color and a bit of sweetness.

The first thing you will note when you try this stuff is that - well - it doesn't hurt. This maybe a disappointment if you appreciate the suffering that comes along with drinking Jag shot after Jag shot. I will concede that I experienced a moment of disappointment myself. But the combination of flavors soon left me wondering what all of that suffering was worth.

Oatmeal Infused Vodka

750 ml filtered vodka
2 cups dry oatmeal
1 Tablespoon sugar
Infuse one week

This is a pleasant surprise. The taste of the uncooked oats is reminiscent of Cheerios.

Monday, April 13, 2009

In the Case


A case of freshly bottled 2008 Amador Hill hard cider. In my basement.

Corking

Soaking Corks

Empty Bottles


A five-gallon carboy holds enough to fill 25 750ml bottles.

Siphon