Author Archives: BoozeNerds

Apple of our Eyes

Posted on October 11, 2015 by BoozeNerds

It’s finally fall here in the Pacific Northwest. Which means cooler weather, rain, and apples (oh, and mushrooms too. Mmmm :)). We’re both big fans of cider but we also love calvados and applejack, the delightful distillates thereof. These apple-based spirits … Continue reading →

Posted in angostura bitters, apple brandy, apple jack, averna, calvados, coffee liqueur, honey, orange bitters, ramazzotti amaro, simple syrup, sweet vermouth, Tasting Notes | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

Vermouth all the way down

Posted on October 4, 2015 by BoozeNerds

While at Tales of the Cocktail, we got to try some of the Carpano white vermouths which we were very excited about as we’re big fans of the Carpano Antica. We ordered some when they were not yet available in … Continue reading →

Posted in amaro, bianco vermouth, Booze Review, cachaca, celery bitters, dry vermouth, fernet, gin, honey, Tasting Notes | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Holy @$#*&!, 3 Years

Posted on September 27, 2015 by BoozeNerds

We recently passed our 3 year anniversary here at Booze Nerds HQ. Which puts us in the mood to celebrate! This naturally means drinking cocktails, and what else but fizzy wine cocktails? For us there’s just something joyous and sophisticated about them. With that … Continue reading →

Posted in amaretto, aperol, bianco vermouth, curacao, dry vermouth, grappa, sparkling wine, white rum | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

MxMo: Orange Juice

Posted on September 20, 2015 by BoozeNerds

It’s Mixology Monday time again! This month’s theme comes courtesy of DJ Hawaiian Shirt of the Spirited Remix blog (bonus points for the snazzy MxMo logo). This month it’s orange juice, sometimes overlooked, often maligned, but does wonders in a cocktail … Continue reading →

Posted in Bourbon, lime juice, Mixology Monday, orange juice, orgeat, simple syrup | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

Alternate Foams

Posted on September 13, 2015 by BoozeNerds

Sours are delicious, and we make them pretty frequently. Creamy, well-integrated, and friendly to a wide variety of spirit, what’s not to like? That said, what to do when you happen to be out of eggs, or you are serving … Continue reading →

Posted in apple jack, egg white, gin, grenadine, simple syrup | Tagged , | 6 Comments

Labor Day

Posted on September 6, 2015 by BoozeNerds

What apparently is now a tradition for us (3 years running) it’s time for our annual Labor day cocktail post. Here’s to the 5 day work week, BBQ and drinking!

Posted in chipotle tincture, demerara dark rum, guava puree, lime juice, orange curacao, punt e mes, simple syrup, tamarind paste | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

So many bitters

Posted on August 30, 2015 by BoozeNerds

Bitters. They’re an important cocktail ingredient, but sometimes they’re just glossed over in terms of what they bring to the cocktail, or everyone just defaults to Angostura. Which is understandable because Angostura bitters are delicious. However, there are now a lot … Continue reading →

Posted in amaro montenegro, amontillado sherry, cognac, gin, honey syrup, honeyed apricot & smoked hickory bitters, licor 43, lime juice, maple bitters, oloroso sherry, rye, spanish bitters, sweet vermouth, tequila - blanco | 4 Comments

Cachaça

Posted on August 16, 2015 by BoozeNerds

For a while now we’ve been thinking about doing a post on cachaça. Our recent trip to Tales of the Cocktail finally pushed us over the edge, as we discovered some lovely new ones there. If you don’t know, cachaça is … Continue reading →

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Washington Vodka Showcase Part 1

Posted on August 9, 2015 by BoozeNerds

For those of you who have been following us for a while, you know we’re big on local spirits. Witness our 5 part series on Washington Gin (and we we wouldn’t be surprised if there’s a 6th part eventually). One local spirit … Continue reading →

Posted in angostura bitters, cherry liqueur, dry vermouth, lime juice, simple syrup, vodka, Vodka, Washington | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Walnut Liqueurs

Posted on August 2, 2015 by BoozeNerds

We have a couple of walnut liqueurs in the cupboard that we like to use occasionally to add some nutty complexity to cocktails. Oddly enough, neither is “regular” walnut – one is a nocino made with green walnuts and the … Continue reading →

Posted in amaro, angostura bitters, black walnut liqueur, Cointreau, nocino, orange bitters, rye | 4 Comments