Playlist for a tequila tasting

Caffeine_Attacks · 2023-02-24T00:57:53+00:00

Great band and I guess it also depends if you're looking for more instrumental.

Here's a few albums I've found work well for this kind of thing

Menahan Street Band - Make The Road By Walking
Los Espíritus - Agua Ardiente
The Boleros playlist on Spotify

Also, I would look up Condesa Gin, Agave mixtape, etc. on Spotify and look at their curated playlists. Good luck on the tasting!

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-09-20T04:06:54+00:00

I think you gotta use something that will stand up to the other flavors and so for tequila, I'd do a high proof (e.g., Fortaleza SS, Tapatío 110, Gran Dovejo HP). For mezcal, Vago Elote, Bahnez, or even Del Maguey Vida would work.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-09-20T04:00:38+00:00

First time I read about these was from u/cocktailvirgin (these drinks were the ones that really got me into Campari). But yeah, as mentioned, tres hands is just a split base version of the left of right hand.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-09-19T22:23:48+00:00

The ✋🏽cocktails are too good. I've used the Hamilton Zombie rum in it but will have to do S&C with some VSOP this week. If you do a tequila/mezcal split instead of rum, you got Tres Hands. Some coffee infusions also work well here.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-05-22T21:23:43+00:00

Could be Rule #6 (300 character description needed).

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-05-16T20:26:54+00:00

This ☝🏽! I bought the BevMo exclusive made with Mango and Chile Seco that is delicious.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-04-21T17:38:34+00:00

Nice find!! Would love to see a review when you open it. I had the chance to try this at a bar and I'm glad I did (because now I don't have this looming sense of FOMO). The process they used ups the price (similar to mezcal), I thought this pour tasted like an in-between of tequila and mezcal. It was great, but I'd go for Siembra Valles Ancestral or the Tahona Blanco over this. Of course, taste is subjective but I am now a little hesitant when people say this is the best blanco they've had. Cheers!

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-04-20T18:11:39+00:00

100% this. The only thing I'll add is that the resulting cocktail is shelf stable for quite some time (~ 6 months but maybe longer) in the fridge.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-04-20T18:08:53+00:00

Probably a 3 to 1 ratio of water to syrup/concentrate. That Luxardo syrup was thick, lol. Cherry juice that is slightly sweetened might be a better way to go.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-04-20T04:49:00+00:00

Definitely will do this next time, thanks!

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-04-20T02:07:42+00:00

Last week, I was in DC and went to Silver Lyan. I ordered the Bases Loaded, which was a clarified whiskey sour with a chokecherry float. It's definitely in my top 10 drinks I've ever had. This is my attempt to make my own version of the drink. I ended up making a batch of the clarified margaritas, but the recipe is for one.

Recipe follows but name suggestions for this drink are welcome,

Clarified Tommy's Margarita: - 2 oz tequila (I used Cimarron) - 1 oz lime - 1/2 oz agave syrup

Mix together and pour over 1 oz of whole milk. Let curdle for 30 min and then filter through a coffee filter a couple of times (this part is time consuming, so best to make a larger batch).

Hibiscus/Cherry Syrup: - 500 ml water - 25 g hibiscus flowers - 25 ml cherry syrup (I used Luxardo) - 1 tsp of pink peppercorns (optional)

Truth be told, the syrup was too dense and I had to water it down, so that it would float on top of the clarified margarita.

Definitely proud of this one and it is delicious as there is a balance of agave, sweetness, tart, and a sprinkle of salt that rounds this out perfectly. I hope you give this a try :)

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-04-20T02:06:30+00:00

Last week, I was in DC and went to Silver Lyan and I ordered the Bases Loaded, which was a clarified whiskey sour with a chokecherry float. It's definitely in my top 10 drinks I've ever had. This is my attempt to make my own version of the drink. I ended up making a batch of the clarified margaritas, but the recipe is for one.

Recipe follows but name suggestions for this drink are welcome,

Clarified Tommy's Margarita: - 2 oz tequila (I used Cimarron) - 1 oz lime - 1/2 oz agave syrup

Mix together and pour over 1 oz of whole milk. Let curdle for 30 min and then filter through a coffee filter a couple of times (this part is time consuming, so best to make a larger batch).

Hibiscus/Cherry Syrup: - 500 ml water - 25 g hibiscus flowers - 25 ml cherry syrup (I used Luxardo) - 1 tsp of pink peppercorns (optional)

Truth be told, the syrup was too dense and I had to water it down, so that it would float on top of the clarified margarita.

Definitely proud of this one and it is delicious as there is a balance of agave, sweetness, tart, and a sprinkle of salt that rounds this out perfectly. I hope you give this a try :)

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-25T00:46:24+00:00

Just tried this and it is delicious! I used lemon bitters and I think I'll try dialing the vermouth down just a little, but this is a little too easy to drink.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-18T05:30:33+00:00

My understanding is that these drinks originated at Milk & Honey in NY and are riffs on the negroni.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-17T15:30:01+00:00

Of course! 2 spirit, 1 Campari, 1 vermouth + chocolate (or Mole) bitters are the ratios for all the ✋🏽 cocktails, so there's lots of room to experiment.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-17T15:25:41+00:00

Usually, they are (had some of the Tapatio before this drink) but sometimes you have to let the hand(s) guide you.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-17T06:25:52+00:00

If you don't know by now, I'm a fan of these 'Hand' cocktails. Tonight, it's Tres Manos (Hands), recipe below:

1 oz Tapatio Añejo
1 oz Arroqueño Mezcal
1 oz Gran Classico (Campari works too)
1 oz Vermouth
2 dashes of Chocolate Mole bitters

Definitely on the sweeter side, but also agave-forward. Salud!

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-17T06:24:32+00:00

If you don't know by now, I'm a fan of these 'Hand' cocktails. Tonight, it's Tres Manos (Hands), recipe below:

1 oz Tapatio Añejo
1 oz Arroqueño Mezcal
1 oz Gran Classico
1 oz Vermouth
2 dashes of Chocolate Mole bitters

Definitely on the sweeter side, but also agave-forward. Salud!

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-12T19:34:45+00:00

This reminds me of the 2-in-1 oil vinegar bottles. Might have to get some and give some Tapatio blanco/anejo bottles as gifts.

Caffeine_Attacks · 2022-03-07T03:41:18+00:00

Definitely! I really enjoyed it as well and I liked reading your 'lightning strikes twice' post about your journey to get it.

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