“In the end, it’s what you put into your life; not taken from the life you were given.”
For those of you who know me, know I have a passion for making cocktails. No, I’m not an alcoholic, nor am I promoting alcohol here. I do however; enjoy a drink every now and then. And, I like to experiment with different liquors in creating new drinks.
Now, I don’t make any kind of foo-foo drinks, either. What are foo-foo drinks you ask?
Here’s a simple definition:
“An alcoholic beverage that is way too pretty or feminine. These drinks are usually characterized by lots of whipped cream, multiple fruit decorations and/or umbrellas. Also, they tend to be low in alcohol content.”
Ah…not for me. I actually don’t like diluting the alcohol content of whiskeys, bourbons, and vodkas. So in essence, the simpler a drink is made, the better.
You see, I can cook, but I don’t like baking. In fact, I dislike baking as much as drinking light beer. So, besides, writing, I enjoy my alcohol too.
Now, where was I? Ah yes, just like baking, “drink-making” is an art. Steps need to be followed when working with the ingredients. Those who are professional “drink-makers,” are called Mixologists.
Let’s define a mixologist:
“A person skilled at making mixed drinks.”
I’m far from professional. You can say I’m a “learned mixologist”. In fact, I had an enjoyable two-year stint working in a wine bar where specialty cocktails and martinis were also served.
Here’s what I’ve learned about making cocktails:
- Don’t drown out the alcohol with other mixed liquids, you’ll lose the taste.
- Don’t over pour the alcohol, so that it’s too strong to enjoy even a second drink.
- Measure your liquids so not to waste anything.
It seems so easy to follow a recipe, and BOOM…something is created. All this discussion on drinks has gotten me thirsty, not to mention ponder about life and how to make the most of it.
Maybe we need a recipe for living?
Now, you might be thinking. Why the heck would we need a recipe for life? Just live it, and make the most it. Isn’t it enough that there are too many rules and laws on doing things?
Yes, there are limitations, but sometimes within those confines, opportunities pop up. So, hear me out. We live in a world of excess. There is an overabundance of:
- Eating
- Working
- Playing
- Self-Indulgence
Not to mention, constant stimulation and attachment to gadgets.
It’s too much of everything. With that I’ve noticed, comes the immunity to the mundane as well as excitement. There is no burning belly or shock anymore. We have become desensitized to the simple pleasures such as family time, quiet time, and faith time.
So, to make a perfect cocktail, you’ll need specific ingredients; the right glassware, utensils, and mixing liquids. The same holds true for living a balanced life.
Here’s my concocted cocktail:
- Two ounces of physical touch
- One ounce of gentle words
- .5 ounces of “me” time
- .5 ounces of a caring heart
- A dash of honesty
- A sprinkle of stress
- Add a slice of rest for garnish
Pour all the ingredients into a 12-ounce glass filled with ice cubes of spontaneity and stir. DO NOT SHAKE.
For those of you wanting to know how I made the Dirty Martini in the picture, here is the recipe I followed, click here: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/32238/dirty-martini/.
NOTE: I used Tito’s Vodka instead and only two olives.
You can also check my three blogs on Limoncello-making.
https://www.chiaratalluto.com/part-1-a-writers-adventure-to-making-homemade-limoncello/
Until next time…Please drink responsibly.
REFERENCES:
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=foo-foo%20drink
http://www.dictionary.com/browse/mixologist
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/32238/dirty-martini/
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