Time to Gen Up on Zaddy’s Next Gin-eration Canned Cocktails

 

The world continues to look for more convenience in its pleasures, and that extends to convenient and delicious pre-made cocktails. Zaddy’s Next Gin-eration Canned Cocktails has gained quite a following, especially among Gen Z drinkers. These pre-mixed cocktails come in a variety of flavors that make it easy to enjoy a tasty drink without having to find the ingredients, the recipe, and then mixing it yourself.

The range of flavors offered by Zaddy’s Next Gin-eration Canned Cocktails is impressive. There are several different gin-based flavors.

The first flavor we tried of Zaddy’s Next Gin-eration Canned Cocktail is the Gin Sonic, a blend of gin, lime, mint, and splash of seltzer water. This light and refreshing drink is perfect for a hot summer day or an outdoor party. It also pairs perfectly with light snacks or appetizers.

The second flavor was the Gin(ger) Fizz, a blend of gin, lemon, ginger, raw honey, and seltzer. This bright and zangy cocktail is good for a summer brunch or a poolside party. The honey and lemon and ginger pair smoothly with salty snacks (or really anything that’s not very sweet).

The third flavor was the Corpse Reviver. Yes, that is a skeleton on the can, and it apparently gives you the impression that this one is going to wake you up from the dead. Or maybe from a hangover you already have. The Corpse Reviver is a blend of gin, orange, lemon, fennel, and seltzer. We’re not going to attest to any supernatural powers, but it is definitely tasty.

The convenience of these canned cocktails is what really sets them apart. All of the cocktails are pre-mixed and ready to drink, so no time is wasted on mixing cocktails. The cans are also environmentally friendly in that their labels are perforated to allow the shrink sleeve to be efficiently removed from the aluminum and then correctly recycled.

If you are watching your calorie consumption when you eat and drink, it’s good to note that the Zaddy’s can are all low in sugar (2 to 3 grams), and have only 100 calories. That’s actually less than a can of San Pellegrino Limonata, which checks in with 9g of sugar per 100ml and 120 calories a can… and that’s alcohol-free water!

The taste is also excellent, offering a balance of flavors that is sure to please even the pickiest of palates, and Zaddy’s Next Gin-eration Canned Cocktails do not disappoint. Each of the cocktails is well-balanced and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness.

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These Two New Cocktail Cookbooks on Tequila and Bourbon will Make You Both Thirsty and Hungry

 

If you love good spirits, especially Bourbon or Tequila, then today is your lucky day. These two cocktail cookbooks will keep you in the kitchen (or the bar) making a plethora of tasty recipes that give you a really good excuse to both eat and drink, and drink and eat.

 

Bourbon Is My Comfort Food

Not only truly gorgeous, Bourbon Is My Comfort Food is also a lot of fun… and mysterious. The texture, printing, layout and photographs are quite lovely, far more than most books on beverages present. It is also fun, especially in its celebration of the Bourbon lovers’ lifestyle in photos and in various titles throughout the edition, ranging from “Cask and You Will Receive,” to “Ice: The Most Important Ingredient (Besides Bourbon.” Heather Wibbels delivers a first class homage and ambassador to the Bourbon spirit.

It’s mysterious because, well, there’s apparently a lot of people having fun with Bourbon about whom we are just now learning, and that’s very mysterious. Someone send us an invite!

Bourbon Is My Comfort Food reveals the delicious beauty of bourbon cocktails and the joy of creating them. Whether readers are new to bourbon or steeped in its history and myriad uses, they will gain the knowledge to make great bourbon cocktails, share them with friends and family, and expand their whiskey horizons―because the only thing better than bourbon is sharing it with a friend.

From building your home bar to basics on cocktail technique, Heather Wibbels showcases more than 140 variations on classic bourbon cocktails―like the Old-Fashioned, the Manhattan, Whiskey Sours, Highballs, Juleps, and more―in approachable ways. The book also features several Cocktail Labs, which invite readers to explore classic cocktail elements and experiment with flavors, textures, infusions, syrups, and garnishes.

Bourbon Is My Comfort Food is a celebration of ten years of bourbon education and cocktails by Bourbon Women, the first group dedicated to women and their love of the spirit. Wibbels celebrates with cocktails from the Bourbon Women leadership team, branches across the nation, and winners from the group’s annual Not Your Pink Drink contest. Get out your cocktail shaker and explore the wide world of bourbon cocktails with Heather Wibbels and Bourbon Women!

Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
Hardcover : 288 pages

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The Tequila Diet: Exploring Mexican Food & Drink with the World’s Greatest Spirit

People often joke that they are on a liquid diet, and if you are a Tequila fan, that can be pretty close to the truth. The flavor of tequila has a miraculous way of adding nuances and enhancement to not only drinks like a Margarita, but also to food. Chef Dave Martin’s Tequila Diet book is a perfect blend of both culinary and mixology creations.

Created by Top Chef Alum Dave Martin, the Tequila Diet is made from a collection of recipes influenced by Dave’s adolescent years growing up in Southern California, combined with his adult adventures traveling throughout Mexico.

The Tequila Diet: Exploring Mexican Food & Drink with the World’s Greatest Spirit pays mucho respect to a great spirit and is a guide to popular and classic foods of Mexico. The recipes range from cocktails that can be shaken by a novice bartender to authentic Mexican dishes that can be prepared by the home cook or aspiring chef.

Readers can enjoy simple Salsas & Ceviche or attempt your own Homemade Empanadas or Triple Chile Enchilada Sauce (pasilla, chipotle & guajillo). Learn how to recreate regional favorites like Mole Negro (a chocolate & chile based sauce), Birria (slow braised beef, goat or lamb) or Posole (a stew of pork, hominy & pinto beans). There are lighter takes on traditional dishes that will please even the pickiest eaters. Pan Roasted Fish Tacos, Tequila Braised Carnitas and Baked Chile Rellenos are packed full of flavor and friendlier to the waistline.

Paperback : 176 pages

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Italian Spirit Portofino Dry Gin is like the Riviera in a Bottle

An Italian gin is a concept that will strike many as unique, and it should. What will also strike them is how lovely the bottle is and how tasty the liquid inside is. Those are our feelings about Portofino Dry Gin.

Hailing from Italy’s town of Portofino, known around the world for its breathtaking view, iconic Italian scenery, beauty and charm, Portofino Dry Gin delivers Italian authenticity and packaging in a stylish design.

“We are so proud to bring Portofino Dry Gin to the US. It’s a major milestone in our company’s growth,” says Christopher Egger, CMO and co-founder of Portofino Dry Gin. “While we would love for everyone to experience the beauty and charm of our town of Portofino in Italy first-hand, we are thrilled that we can now bring that authentic Italian experience of charm and beauty to the US.”

Made at an antique Italian distillery, Portofino Dry Gin includes 21 botanicals selected for their natural aromatic properties. The juniper, lemons, lavender, rosemary, marjoram, sage, iris and rose are all organically grown in Portofino Dry Gin’s botanical sanctuary on the hills of Portofino. The region’s unique microclimate allows lush Mediterranean vegetation to grow year round, and each botanical is ripened by the fresh sea breeze and the warm sun of the Italian Riviera.

“Portofino Dry Gin was founded as a tribute to my grandfather, Klaus Pudel,” says Ruggero Raymo, CEO and co-founder of Portofino Dry Gin. “He was admired for having saved Portofino from the destruction during World War II. Portofino is in the heart of the Italian Riviera, and the bottle design is an homage to the beautiful region.”

Imported to the United States by Artisanal Cellars, Portofino is available at select premium retailers including Eataly as well as nationally via Cask & Barrel.

Try this recipe:

Portofino Bay Martini

  • 1.5 oz Portofino Dry Gin
  • 0.5 oz Dry Vermouth
  • 0.5 oz Salted Water
  • 1 Dash Olive Bitters

Stir and strain into a coupette glass, garnish with green olive & lemon peel.

 

About Portofino Dry Gin

Portofino Dry Gin is produced in Italy. Each batch of Portofino Dry Gin is made using a combination of traditional and innovative methods: from an old Italian copper pot still used to distill local liqueur and grappa to a state-of-the-art technology that produces vacuum distillation, preserving the aromas from Portofino Dry Gin’s most delicate botanicals. Distilled and bottled in Italy using natural ingredients, without added sugar, artificial flavors or preservatives. Alc./Vol. 43% – 86 Proof.

 

The Bamboo Room adds ambiance to SoCal’s Craft Cocktail Lounge Scene

Opened in June of 2021, Bamboo Room is a cocktail lounge set in the heart of the Westlake Village community outside of Los Angeles, and has a menu that includes craft cocktails, beer, sake, wine and bottle service. Their wide range of signature cocktails are crafted with high quality and fresh ingredients, as designed by the Michelin Star chef co-founder Chef Anthony Alaimo and partnerJeffrey S. Helfer.

The lounge’s interior ambiance focuses on earth tones and not surprisingly bamboo accents. Guests are able to relax on comfortable furniture or enjoy the dimmed lighting in the Bamboo Room’s library section. They can also sit outside around modern firepits. Depending on the night, guests can also listen to live music or a wide range of visiting DJs.

Bamboo Room was inspired and created with an international perspective, incorporating various global influences from co-owners Alaimo and Helfer, who met over 10 years ago when they both resided and worked in Macau, China. Influenced by their experiences abroad, they decided to share part of their journey with the local Westlake Village community and create a space that is unique and reflective of a worldly trend and vibe.

Locals consider it an escape where they can unwind, enjoy a drink, listen to music, and mingle with friends (and potential new friends). For them it helps replace the urge to take a long drive into the City of Los Angeles for a night out. Convenient and comfortable.

Bamboo Room
www.bambooroomwlv.com

30760 Russell Ranch Road, STE C
Westlake Village, California

TV Host Michelle Harris shares Recipes for Fun Healthy Mocktails

Michelle Harris is not only a well-known television host, and TASTE AWARDS celebrity presenter, she is also a fantastic expert on food and wellness. Michelle is the creator of Alive & Well, a national TV series promoting the wellness lifestyle. Michelle is a lifestyle guru and is a frequent guest on TV shows, radio shows, magazine interviews, red carpets and live events. Michelle is also the co-founder of Animal Angels, a non-profit advocacy group where celebrities promote pet health and adoptions.

Thanks to the hottest new trend, “mocktails” you can enjoy alcohol free creations that also pack a nutritional punch. Michelle Harris, star in the Alive and Well TV series has added powerful antioxidants like Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup in many of my mocktails to help support a healthy immune system. Using healthy fruit, natural sweeteners along with nutritious add-ons take any drink to the next level.

Here are four of her favorites.

 

1. Hibiscus Raspberry Sambucol Black Elderberry Infused Tea with Mint Blueberry Ice Cubes

The Hibiscus Raspberry Black Elderberry Infused Tea with Mint Blueberry Ice Cubes is great to make by the glass or pitcher. It’s a drink the entire family will enjoy it’s packed with nutrition and fruity goodness.

  1. Pre-freeze ice cubes with blueberries and fresh mint.
  2. Brew hibiscus raspberry tea and allow to cool overnight
  3. Pour over blueberry mint ice cubes
  4. Add 2 tsp black elderberry syrup and enjoy.

 

2. Orange Pomegranate Sambucol Black Elderberry-tini

The Orange, Pomegranate, Sambucol Black Elderberry-tini is a fresh, healthy take on martinis!

  1. Dip rim in sugar or edible gold sugar
  2. Add 1 part pomegranate juice, one-part non-alcoholic orange liquor (I used Lyre)
  3. Pour in shaker with ice, use strainer and pour into glass
  4. Add 2 tsp black elderberry syrup
  5. Serve

 

3. Black Elderberry Vanilla Cream Soda

  1. Add 2 tsp Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup
  2. 1 natural vanilla cream soda
  3. Add 1 small scoop of non-dairy (example: cashew ice cream) ice cream
  4. Top with non-dairy whipped topping for some extra creaminess!
  5. Serve while cold

 

4. Iced Golden Late

An iced golden latte is a delicious alternative to iced coffee for the summer. Using almond or oat milk, cinnamon, ginger and the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric create a creamy delight. Served over ice in warmer months, this iced golden latte is sure to become a favorite.

  1. Brew and chill a turmeric tea
  2. Add cinnamon and ginger to taste
  3. Mix half tea and half almond or oat milk
  4. Add 1oz alcohol free almond liquor (Lyre’s)
  5. Sweeten to taste
  6. Serve chilled or over ice

For a beautiful touch, garnish or add ice cubes made with fresh fruit, edible flowers or herbs. They look amazing and add an even greater nutritional boost.