Thread: Help Bogey become a mixologist

1 1/2 Grey Goose, 1 lime juice, pinch of baker's sugar.

2 dashes of bitters (preferably Peychaud's or Campari or the lightest orange bitters you can find) over one sugar cube, fill with Veuve Clicquot and a float of Grand Marnier... garnish with an orange.

Originally Posted by lunchbox

as my sig indicates, one bottle each: glenlivet (i've had 12, 15, 18 and 21 yrs... 18 is best); talisker (18 yrs); laphroaig.
get some double old fashion glasses.
generous pour, neat.
one ice cube on the side.

voilà, that's all you need.

Hi. I don't think we've met...

Doesn't hurt to have a bottle of the more standard liqueurs on hand, such as triple sec, curacao, kahlua (if you're into that sort of thing), etc. They're relatively cheap and open you up to a ton of basic recipes.

Also, for future reference, try Martini & Rossi Vermouth. IMO it makes a much better martini than the Gallos.

One of my favorites is the almond-flavored Amaretto. If you ever find yourself with a bottle of mid-level whiskey or scotch (read: keep it away from the upper shelf single malts), a dash of Amaretto goes a long way. (or you can measure out 1 part Amaretto, 1 part Scotch for a Godfather)

Originally Posted by Watti

Also, for future reference, try Martini & Rossi Vermouth. IMO it makes a much better martini than the Gallos.

My last ditch effort to acquire vermouth yesterday was a late-night trip to Ralphs on the way home.

Gallo was all they had and at $5 a pop, didn't figure I could go wrong.


Thanks for all the suggestions so far.

As I try 'em, I'll post my thoughts.

Originally Posted by Hipcheck

No mention of soft music and a bear skin rug?

don't forget the fireplace.

Originally Posted by PuckMonkey

Hi. I don't think we've met...

why, hello there...



btw, i'm sure everyone knew i was implying the scotch was too be enjoyed one at a time, not mixed. i'm not a huge fan of mixed drinks in general.

Don't forget the most important part of a good bar set...

Scotch and water.

Hold the scotch.

Just randomly mix ****.

"scotch, scotch, scotch, i love scotch, scotch in my belly."