S8: RECIPES

  SEASON 8 RECIPES :: NOW FOR THE GOOD STUFF

Here you’ll learn to create the libations you love from the best barkeeps in the business. Whether you’re an amateur when it comes to alcohol, or a master mixologist, we’ve got something to suit every taste and everything we do is top shelf. Unless noted, the recipes were contributed by Gina Chersevani—thanks Mixtress DC. So come on, belly up!

EPI 278 :: The Fizzy Fig

  • 1 (750-mL) bottle Prosecco or sparkling wine

  • 4 oz elderflower liqueur

  • 2 oz fig syrup*

  • 4 oz club soda

  • 2 figs, sliced for garnish

  • 8 rosemary sprigs, for garnish 

In a large pitcher, combine Prosecco, elderflower liqueur, and 2 oz. fig syrup. Fill with ice. Top off with club soda. Over fresh ice, pour into wine glasses and garnish with figs and rosemary.t. 

*Fig Syrup 

  • .5 cup granulated sugar

  • .5 cup water

  • 2 tbsp fig spreadr 

In a small saucepan over medium heat, add sugar, water, and fig spread. Stir occasionally, until slightly thickened and sugar is dissolved, 5 to 7 minutes. Once cool, store in an air-tight container and keep refrigerated

*This recipe contributed by one of our special Remix barkeeps.

EPI 277 :: Oysters & Pearls

  • 1.5 oz Elit Vodka

  • .75 oz oyster shell-infused dry vermouth

  • .75 oz fino sherry

  • 1 dash lemon bitters

  • 2 lemon peels

Rinse a chilled coupe with absinthe and set aside. Fill a stirring glass 3/4 full with ice. Add all ingredients and gently stir for 30-40 rotations or until cold. Strain into a prepared glass. Express both lemon peels and discard. Serve with a bit of caviar if you’re feeling fancy.

*This recipe contributed by ELIT Vodka.

EPI 275 :: Freeze marTini 

  • 2 oz freezer chilled ELIT Vodka

  • 1 barspoon dry vermouth

  • 4 dashes orange bitters

  • 1 lemon peel 

Fill a stirring glass 3/4 full with ice. Add all ingredients and gently stir for 30-40 rotations or until cold. Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass. Express and garnish with lemon peel.

*This recipe contributed by ELIT Vodka.

EPI 274 :: Johnny Appleseed

  • 1.5 oz premium gin (substitute tequila or vodka)

  • 3 oz Kimino Ringo Sparkling Fuji Apple Juice

  • .5 oz honey syrup

  • .75 oz lemon juice

  • 1 apple slice

In a shaker tin, add gin, syrup and lemon juice. Fill 3/4 with ice, top and shake vigorously until exterior of tin is frosty. Strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice, top with sparkling apple juice and garnish with a slice of slice.

*This recipe contributed by one of our special Remix barkeeps.

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