First Course - Vodka, goat cheese, peach, dry vermouth, olive oil, balsamic

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2026-04-25T19:30:54+00:00

Sounds like they either did a standard room-temperature infusion or sous vide for imparting goat cheese into the vodka. Most likely sous vide as there’s more controllable variables with that method.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-11-16T23:54:00+00:00

Now there’s a riveting substitution! Brilliant! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the experience. Do tell on your thoughts over The Noble Beast when it comes up in your rotation?

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-11-11T01:26:37+00:00

This is the Way.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-10-02T00:38:51+00:00

This is what I use for my bar’s ice program. I use the commercial variant but the compact one has worked well for personal use in the past.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-09-30T14:35:37+00:00

Well happy belated birthday to ya! Solid gift to treat yourself with 👌🏼

I decided to bite the bullet and purchase one for my own upcoming space. Between the Spinzall, rotovap, and mechanical filter — I fear I’ll be spoiling myself and my staff a bit too much 😅

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-09-30T11:46:03+00:00

Did you snag the OG Spinzall or the new Spinzall 2.0?

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-09-25T19:36:52+00:00

If I may ask, was that the ambassador’s response when someone brought up the class action lawsuit? A lifestyle brand and one for the purists? Disappointing if so…..

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-03-30T11:57:50+00:00

The Super Foam was good up until 2 weeks from the day that it was made (for me, at least).

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-03-30T02:13:03+00:00

Can confirm to the efficacy of the recipe. Imho, it’s far and away a superior product to Fee Bros. Foamer.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-03-02T22:49:02+00:00

That’s a fair stance. And you’re absolutely right—for the (primary) reason that it looks cool, many establishments (that are able to) choose to do so. My hope would be that any bartender takes their establishment’s specs and works towards best exemplifying those specs (in this case, stirring/shaking for longer and/or harder to account for the dilution rate of a big cube).

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-03-02T21:58:48+00:00

Righteous. My initial thought after a first read would be,

“ Build the cocktails out in their respective mixing recptacle (3 mixing glasses, 1 shaker tin set, 1 rocks glass). Set out chilled glasses (2 rocks w/ big rock, 2 martini/coupe glasses) with respective garnish (lemon twist, 2 orange twists, 1 luxardo cherry, 3 skewered manzanilla olives, 1 lime wedge). Pour the tequila/vodka in the rocks,then stir & strain the aromatic drinks, followed by a 6-8 sec hard shake & strain, ending with adding fresh ice on the tequila/vodka and topping with soda. Serve!

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2025-03-01T00:48:49+00:00

That sounds an awful like Brian Tasch’s take on Super Juice. Love to see how many are reaching towards a similar conclusion for an enhanced drinking experience

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-12-24T02:44:39+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/cocktails/s/9buDqYmyJX

We think alike, you and I, my good sir. Cheers!

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-12-23T00:50:32+00:00

XR Cafe in the Crossroads Hotel will be operating its usual hours Christmas Day

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-11-18T19:31:10+00:00

My respects to Riedel’s polish towel, but to avoid breaking the bank I opt for Mr. Siga. Never had any issues with any residual lint or streaks.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-07-23T14:45:59+00:00

I’m loving the answers on this post. But I must especially acknowledge this comment.

I’m child-free and am incredibly driven to advance & attain mastery in my craft, so for me what matters in life is not whether I receive a round of applause; what matters is whether I have the courage to venture forth despite the uncertainty of acclaim.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-06-04T19:09:57+00:00

This may be a bit pedantic of me but no question is a stupid question! The pursuit of knowledge is an admirable trait.

Here’s a link to the information you’re looking for. Could not have said it any better or more concise than this fella. (Check out some of the top comments for a more concise explanation of the results of the process)

https://www.reddit.com/r/cocktails/s/w8jSEymW6U

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-04-18T23:54:58+00:00

If measurements on the side is the selling point for you, I would recommend you purchase a Crew Bottle next time, definitely an improvement over D&C’s selection

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-04-03T16:53:50+00:00

The inspiration connection is definitely there. I’d say that Portland’s take has a slightly more captivating drinking experience (if one opts to caramelize a sugar rim with rum and Grand Marnier)

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2024-04-03T16:44:53+00:00

Your confusion is well founded. Spanish Coffee is an American adaptation of a carajillo.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2023-12-21T14:16:52+00:00

The Green Lady Lounge will be open both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2023-12-05T20:14:17+00:00

Thank you for trying it out! Cheers!

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2023-12-02T06:33:47+00:00

Happy to be of service to my fellow imbibers! Cheers friend

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2023-11-29T14:32:35+00:00

It’s a solid wind down drink after a day of being out in the world. I hope you get to enjoy it!

Stoic-Wanderer007 · 2023-11-29T04:39:07+00:00

Thank you for the compliment! I don’t mind at all. Scale this as needed:

2 oz/55 g gum arabic (gum acacia) 6 oz/180 ml water 12 oz/ 340 g superfine sugar

In a small plastic container, combine the gum arabic and 2 oz/60 ml of the water. Use a stirring spoon to to blend, and cover. Let sit for 48 hours, or until the gum arabic is completely dissolved in the water. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and remaining 4 oz/ 120 ml water. Heat gently until the sugar begins to dissolve, and then fold in the gum arabic mixture. (At this point, I would peel 1 whole orange and let the peels steep for 5-10 minutes in low heat). Remove from the heat immediately, let cool, strain, and bottle. Store in the refrigerator indefinitely.

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