What Makes Absinthe Louche?
Last week I explained why absinthe is green. This week I want to inform you about what makes absinthe louche. What makes absinthe louche effect? The louche effect is a large part of absinthes history and the rituals behind drinking absinthe, including the absinthe fountain. The louche effect occurs when water is added to the […]
The Value of Supporting of Women-Owned Businesses
Why I Buy My Products From Women-Owned Businesses I have always been conscientious about who I’m buying products from. I feel that how we spend our dollars is akin to voting. Being in the Bay Area means I have access to various small business owners who I can support on a regular basis. […]
The Sloe Down Santa Cocktail Recipe
All of the presents for Hanukkah or Christmas have been found. Now its time to slow down, unwind, and enjoy a festive cocktail with your evening. The Sloe-Down-Santa absinthe cocktail is also the perfect substitute for mimosas at brunch. Or serve this refreshing cocktail at a holiday get-together. Bar tools needed The Sloe-Down-Santa cocktail requires […]
How Fairy Dust was inspired by Absinthe
Fairy Dust syrup is a handcrafted, small-batch, craft cocktail syrup. Fairy Dust was inspired by absinthe! I was eager to take absinthe’s refreshing but bold flavors and make them into a delightful non-alcoholic syrup. The Origin Story of Fairy Dust As a long time absinthe fan, I was curious about what it takes to […]
The Sloe Down Santa Absinthe Cocktail Recipe
All of the presents for Hanukkah or Christmas have been found. Now its time to slow down, unwind, and enjoy a festive cocktail with your evening. The Sloe-Down-Santa absinthe cocktail is also the perfect substitute for mimosas at brunch. Or serve this refreshing cocktail at a holiday get-together. Bar tools needed: The Sloe-Down-Santa […]
How to Use Absinthe in Cocktails
Ah, the alluring power of la fée verte! That’s French for the Green Fairy – which is synonymous with absinthe. The Green Fairy really adds extra sparkle when mixed as a cocktail with other liquors like Gin, Champagne, Whiskey, and Tequila. Absinthe is a complex spirit that brings a different sense of magic to cocktails. […]
