by RetroRuth | Oct 24, 2014 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails
Has it been a long week for you guys? It’s been a long week for us. Whew. But it’s okay, because now we shall drink. [cooked-sharing] 3.2.1311 “How is it?” “It’s almost a Manhattan, but not quite. “ The Verdict: Good From The Tasting Notes – Obviously, very similar to...
by RetroRuth | Oct 10, 2014 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails
Who’s ready for a cocktail? This is Robert Burns! From 2-in-1 International Recipe Cards, 1977 [cooked-sharing] Call Mr. Plow, that’s my name, that name again is Mr. Plow! “How is it?” “It’s strong, but pretty good.” The Verdict: Pretty Good From The Tasting Notes...
by RetroRuth | Oct 3, 2014 | Best & Worst, Cocktail Party, Cocktails, The BEST
Who wants a lovely after-dinner drink? This is the Velvet Hammer! From 2-in-1 International Recipes Cards, 1977 [cooked-sharing] “Whew, this smells strong.” “Does it?” “Yeah. I can smell the velvet. And the hammer.” “This is amazing.” The Verdict: Amazing From The...
by RetroRuth | Sep 26, 2014 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails
Who’s ready for some cocktails? This week we have the Singapore (not to be confused with the Singapore Sling) from 2-in-1 International Recipe Cards from 1977. From 2-in-1 International Recipe Cards, 1977 [cooked-sharing] It has cucumber peel in it! “So? What do you...
by RetroRuth | Sep 12, 2014 | Beverages, Cocktail Party, Cocktails
This week we used clam juice to make a drink. This is Clam-Juice Cocktail! Clam-Juice Cocktail Author: Playboy’s Bar Guide, 1971 Ingredients 4 ozs clam juice 1/2 oz catsup 1/4 oz lemon juice 1 dash Worcestershire sauce salt and pepper celery salt Instructions...
by RetroRuth | Sep 5, 2014 | Cocktail Party, Cocktails, Desserts
This week we are mixing ice cream with our alcohol! And by “mixing” I mean, “pouring everything into a glass”. This is Crème De Menthe parfait! Creme De Menthe Parfait Author: Arrow Cordials, 1960 Ingredients 1 oz crème de menthe Vanilla ice...