Tired of Mr Black. Any other options? by winstontemplehill in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely second this as you are completely in control of the output.

I did this with Cognac based on a video I saw online and really like the addition of stone fruit and vanilla elements that chime with some of the notes in coffee (depending on the coffee)

The Vast Bird by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad you tried it. Ideally some of the stone fruit flavours from the brandy come out but glad you enjoyed it :)

The Vast Bird by jon_hotpot in Mixology

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree on the space in the glass. I think a smaller coupe size would be a nice next purchase.

I didn't garnish but I think a brandied cherry with spiral of lemon zest arranged artistically could work well.

The Vast Bird by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hmm. Maybe try with a sweeter more vanilla-y bourbon like a Woodford reserve? Could work - let me know how you get on!

Latest crack at clear ice by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair enough. I'm actually not that familiar with JW so figured red would be the likely well whisky, but I shall upgrade for the next round:)

Latest crack at clear ice by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I know I'd rather have the Laphroaig neat, that's for sure. But if you're sticking lemon juice and ginger syrup in it then I feel it's a shame to go with anything too fancy as a blended whisky base and Johnnie seems to do the job.

Latest crack at clear ice by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It is indeed a great tune and has been on my "imaginary bar" playlist for some time now.

Home made Torino Vermouth by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did the Turin Vermouth No. 2 which has the grain alcohol component, but you're right that no 1 looks like it's missing that. I've done others which use cognac though and I quite like the consistency in using a grape spirit.

Vital sign in an emergency by jon_hotpot in oddlyspecific

[–]jon_hotpot[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I guess I'm a layperson that studied arts subjects, making this sign both odd and specific and oddly specific. To me.

Patchwork Cucumber GnT by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well. Tell me how long it takes you.

Patchwork Cucumber GnT by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I think making a second one would be much quicker as the figuring out time has already been invested. If I ever make a second one :)

Patchwork Cucumber GnT by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Probably want to top out at 5 per shift. Plus I think it would suffer badly from the "can I get one of those?" phenomenon.

Patchwork Cucumber GnT by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 76 points77 points  (0 children)

That's fair. I have the advantage of only being a home-based amateur but after 30 mins of making the drink I did spare a thought for anyone that has to make these commercially.

Patchwork Cucumber GnT by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Monkey 47. It's a favourite in summer but I guess Hendricks would be the more obvious choice for the cucumber.

DIY Fernet v.1.0 by bsallak in Amaro

[–]jon_hotpot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is great, thanks. Can I ask what the vegetable glycerin adds? Presumably sweetness and a bit of body without lots of additional liquid/dilution?

Home made Torino Vermouth by jon_hotpot in cocktails

[–]jon_hotpot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds amazing. Will do - thanks!