The Bitter Truth http://the-bitter-truth.com Home of The Bitter Truth Bitters, Spirits and Liqueurs Sat, 04 May 2013 14:43:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 The Bitter Truth awarded at the Beverage Testing Institute Chicago http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/05/03/the-bitter-truth-awarded-at-the-beverage-testing-institute-chicago/ http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/05/03/the-bitter-truth-awarded-at-the-beverage-testing-institute-chicago/#comments Fri, 03 May 2013 16:34:49 +0000 admin http://the-bitter-truth.com/?p=4442 The Bitter Truth wins Gold & Silver Medals at Chicago Beverage Testing Institute

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]]> http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/05/03/the-bitter-truth-awarded-at-the-beverage-testing-institute-chicago/feed/ 0 Violet Fizz with Charlotte Voisey http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/04/16/violet-fizz-with-charlotte-voisey/ http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/04/16/violet-fizz-with-charlotte-voisey/#comments Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:43:42 +0000 admin http://the-bitter-truth.com/?p=4417 The fizz is a classification of mixed drink that is a variation on the Sour family of cocktails. The addition of carbonated water (soda) adds the “fizz”. First mentioned in the 1887 edition of Jerry Thomas’ Bartender’s Guide, the fizz has many variations, most having to do with additional ingredients such as egg white, egg yolk or whole egg. For example, the Ramos Gin Fizz, one of the most famous variations, includes not only egg white but cream, sugar, orange flower water and both lemon and lime juices. Charlotte fell in love with the Violet Fizz at the venerable Varnish in Los Angeles. This beautiful cocktail epitomizes all that is wonderful about the Fizz and its numerous variations and is perfect for Spring brunch.

 

How to make the Violet Fizz

Recipe

one egg white

1 1/2 oz Hendrick’s Gin

1/4 oz Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur

3/4 oz fresh lemon juice

3/4 oz simple syrup (1:1)

1/4 oz cream

1 oz soda water

Instructions

Add first six ingredients to your mixing tin. Dry shake to emulsify. Add ice and shake again vigorously to completely incorporate all ingredients. Add soda to a Collins or

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How to make the Violet Fizz

Recipe

one egg white

1 1/2 oz Hendrick’s Gin

1/4 oz Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur

3/4 oz fresh lemon juice

3/4 oz simple syrup (1:1)

1/4 oz cream

1 oz soda water

Instructions

Add first six ingredients to your mixing tin. Dry shake to emulsify. Add ice and shake again vigorously to completely incorporate all ingredients. Add soda to a Collins or Fizz glass. Strain shaken ingredients over the soda. Garnish with an orange peel.

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“Luckily, the folks at The Bitter Truth have come up with a perfect solution to expanding your repertoire of bitters with their handyTraveler’s Set. This little box of fun contains five different varieties packaged in 20 milliliter bottles. This means that not only are they TSA-compliant in case you want to mix a proper cocktail on your next flight, but you can experiment with various flavors without investing in big bottles.” ” You can find these products in Nashville at many local retailers including Maryland Farms Wine and Spirits, Woodland Wine Merchant, Midtown Wine and Spirits and The Bottle Shop at McEwen. Pick yourself up a pack and give them a try.”

It`s time to visit Nashville!

…and for those from other areas check out DrinkUpNY.com with more or less nationwide shipping in the USA or here.The Bitter Truth Bitters Travel Set

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“Luckily, the folks at The Bitter Truth have come up with a perfect solution to expanding your repertoire of bitters with their handyTraveler’s Set. This little box of fun contains five different varieties packaged in 20 milliliter bottles. This means that not only are they TSA-compliant in case you want to mix a proper cocktail on your next flight, but you can experiment with various flavors without investing in big bottles.” ” You can find these products in Nashville at many local retailers including Maryland Farms Wine and Spirits, Woodland Wine Merchant, Midtown Wine and Spirits and The Bottle Shop at McEwen. Pick yourself up a pack and give them a try.”

It`s time to visit Nashville!

…and for those from other areas check out DrinkUpNY.com with more or less nationwide shipping in the USA or here.The Bitter Truth Bitters Travel Set

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]]> http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/04/09/bronze-medal-at-the-san-francisco-world-spirits-competition-2013/feed/ 0 The Bitter Truth Violet Liqueur at Ultimate Spirits Competition NYC 2013 http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/03/25/the-bitter-truth-violet-liqueur-at-ultimate-spirits-competition-nyc-2013/ http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/03/25/the-bitter-truth-violet-liqueur-at-ultimate-spirits-competition-nyc-2013/#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:19:08 +0000 admin http://the-bitter-truth.com/?p=4346 The Bitter Truth - Violet Liqueur

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]]> http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/03/25/the-bitter-truth-violet-liqueur-at-ultimate-spirits-competition-nyc-2013/feed/ 0 Fourth Regiment Cocktail http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/02/22/fourth-regiment-cocktail/ http://the-bitter-truth.com/2013/02/22/fourth-regiment-cocktail/#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2013 12:29:18 +0000 admin http://the-bitter-truth.com/?p=4339

How to make the Fourth Regiment Cocktail?

Here´s the Recipe

1 oz (30 ml) Rye Whiskey

1 oz (30 ml) Sweet Vermouth

1 dash of The Bitter Truth Orange Bitters

1 dash of The Bitter Truth Celery Bitters

1 dash of The Bitter Truth Creole Bitters

Preparation

Stir with ice, strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon zest.

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How to make the Fourth Regiment Cocktail?

Here´s the Recipe

1 oz (30 ml) Rye Whiskey

1 oz (30 ml) Sweet Vermouth

1 dash of The Bitter Truth Orange Bitters

1 dash of The Bitter Truth Celery Bitters

1 dash of The Bitter Truth Creole Bitters

Preparation

Stir with ice, strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lemon zest.

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The annual “Tales of the Toddy” event celebrates the best bartenders, restaurants and local vendors of New Orleans all under the same roof.

Held once again at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, the city’s best mixologists were shaking up hot and cold holiday cocktails while chefs from the city’s most renowned restaurants served up their own brand of holiday cheer.

We are proud to be part of the winning recipe and send congratulations towards NOLA!

1st Place

Christmas In Hollis
Created by: T. Cole Newton
12 Mile Limit

1 oz Benedictine
1/2 oz Green Chartreuse
1/2 oz Buffalo Trace bourbon
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 dash Bitter Truth Chocolate Mole Bitters
2 oz Orange Crush (or similar orange soda)

Build in glass. Add ice.

For fotos of the event please see click here!
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The annual “Tales of the Toddy” event celebrates the best bartenders, restaurants and local vendors of New Orleans all under the same roof.

Held once again at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, the city’s best mixologists were shaking up hot and cold holiday cocktails while chefs from the city’s most renowned restaurants served up their own brand of holiday cheer.

We are proud to be part of the winning recipe and send congratulations towards NOLA!

1st Place

Christmas In Hollis
Created by: T. Cole Newton
12 Mile Limit

1 oz Benedictine
1/2 oz Green Chartreuse
1/2 oz Buffalo Trace bourbon
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 dash Bitter Truth Chocolate Mole Bitters
2 oz Orange Crush (or similar orange soda)

Build in glass. Add ice.

For fotos of the event please see click here!
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How to make the SPENCER COCKTAIL?

Here´s the Recipe

1 1/2 oz gin

3/4 oz The Bitter Truth Apricot Liqueur

dash of Bitter Truth Aromatic Bitters

1 dash fresh orange juice

Preparation

Stir with ice and strain into a cocktail glass.

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How to make the SPENCER COCKTAIL?

Here´s the Recipe

1 1/2 oz gin

3/4 oz The Bitter Truth Apricot Liqueur

dash of Bitter Truth Aromatic Bitters

1 dash fresh orange juice

Preparation

Stir with ice and strain into a cocktail glass.

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How to make the GUION?

Her´s the Recipe

1 1/2 oz gin

1 1/2 oz sweet vermouth

dash of Bitter Truth Orange Bitters

1 bar spoon of Benedictine (float on top)

Preparation

Stir first three ingredients with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass. Float the Benedictine on top.

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How to make the GUION?

Her´s the Recipe

1 1/2 oz gin

1 1/2 oz sweet vermouth

dash of Bitter Truth Orange Bitters

1 bar spoon of Benedictine (float on top)

Preparation

Stir first three ingredients with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass. Float the Benedictine on top.

]]> http://the-bitter-truth.com/2012/11/06/guion/feed/ 0 Upgrading your Gin & Tonic http://the-bitter-truth.com/2012/10/29/upgrading-your-gin-tonic/ http://the-bitter-truth.com/2012/10/29/upgrading-your-gin-tonic/#comments Mon, 29 Oct 2012 08:41:34 +0000 admin http://the-bitter-truth.com/?p=4287 Gin & Tonic improved by The Bitter Truth Tonic Bitters

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