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Peach White Balsamic Old Fashioned

December 11, 2018 By Darla Leave a Comment

The perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned is to add Peach White Balsamic. The flavor is truly phenomenal. One sip and you will be hooked!The perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned is to add Peach White Balsamic. The flavor is truly phenomenal. One sip and you will be hooked!~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

What’s the perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned?

What happens when you are a balsamic lover who has a passion for mixology? You put the balsamic in a cocktail!

It was a fabulous idea because the cocktail is shockingly good. One of the best twists on an Old Fashioned that I have ever tasted!

The perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned is to add Peach White Balsamic. The flavor is truly phenomenal. One sip and you will be hooked!~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

This post is sponsored by We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City, Utah. I received the delicious products to review. However, all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

Putting balsamic into a classic cocktail is a fun way to punch up the flavor and add an interesting as well as delicious taste!

The perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned is to add Peach White Balsamic. The flavor is truly phenomenal. One sip and you will be hooked!~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

What’s the history of the Old Fashioned?

The first “Old Fashioned” cocktail was first mentioned by Jerry Thomas in his 1862 book  Bartenders Guide: How To Mix Drinks. The big difference was that instead of whiskey or bourbon, It was Old Holland Gin as the main ingredient.

In 1895 Modern American Drinks, written by George Kappeler, was published with a Whiskey Old Fashioned. It read, “Dissolve a small lump of sugar with a little water in a whiskey-glass; add two dashes Angostura bitters, a small piece of ice, a piece of lemon-peel, one jigger whiskey. Mix with small bar-spoon and serve, leaving spoon in glass.”

The cocktail has been a classic cocktail since that book was published.

The perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned is to add Peach White Balsamic. The flavor is truly phenomenal. One sip and you will be hooked!~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Should I put ice in my Old Fashioned?

That is entirely up to you! The earliest references to the Old Fashioned does not have ice. It dilutes the spirit making it more palatable for some and too watered down for others.

This is why I add a big hunk of ice! I like it diluted as well as cold!

The Peach White Balsamic from We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City is the perfect way to punch up the flavor of an Old Fashioned! Don’t forget to add it to a nice bourbon or whiskey.

 

The perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned is to add Peach White Balsamic. The flavor is truly phenomenal. One sip and you will be hooked!~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley
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Peach White Balsamic Old Fashioned

A twist on a classic! Peach White Balsamic, muddled with peaches, sugar, and basil are perfect with bourbon!

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword Balsamic, Bourbon, Cocktail, Old Fashioned, Peach

Ingredients

  • 2 Ounces Bourbon
  • 1 Tbsp Peach White Balsamic
  • 1 Tbsp Club Soda
  • 2 Peach Slices
  • 2-3 Sugar Cubes
  • 2 Basil Leaves

Instructions

  1. In a pint glass or the small cup from a Boston Shaker, muddle peaches, basil, sugar, Peach White Balsamic, and club soda

  2. Strain into a low ball glass

  3. Add bourbon and ice

  4. Stir with a bar spoon to chill

  5. Garnish with a peach slice

 

The perfect twist on a classic Old Fashioned is to add Peach White Balsamic. The flavor is truly phenomenal. One sip and you will be hooked!~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Filed Under: Bourbon, Sponsored

Citrus Spice Balsamic Holiday Cocktail

November 29, 2018 By Darla 1 Comment

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night.

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Citrus Spice Balsamic is very versatile!

I am in love with this Citrus Spice Balsamic from We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City. I was there recently and was told that I should try it. As soon as the flavors touched my palate, I knew that I would use this in many dishes and even a cocktail.

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

The first thing that I used this balsamic in was a roast that I slow cooked.

I made a balsamic reduction for the roast as well. The Citrus Spice Balsamic is very versatile, and so I couldn’t wait to put it in a cocktail.

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Have you ever put balsamic in a cocktail?

Because the Citrus Spice Balsamic tastes like the holidays to me, I wanted to create a cocktail with cranberry, ginger, and bourbon. Although they are flavors that I love all year round, I adore using them during the holidays.

When they are combined with just a splash of freshly squeezed orange juice, the effect is heavenly.

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

A new favorite holiday cocktail!

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Holiday Cocktail has quickly become a favorite for my husband and I. We enjoy sipping and sitting by the fire or finding something fun to watch on TV.

I am so glad that I went into We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake after they got the shipment of Citrus Spice Balsamic.

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

If you haven’t tried balsamic in a cocktail, you’re missing out! Try this recipe, and you’ll be hooked on this Citrus Spice Balsamic!

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Cheers! And Happy Holidays!

We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City, Utah did not sponsor these posts by providing compensation and/or product for their development. Each participant purchased all ingredients and created these recipes of their own accord based on pure product love. However, in the interest of full transparency, Michelle De La Cerda Nash, Christina Lakey, and Darla Bentley do have a professional relationship with We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City, Utah outside the scope of these recipes. Citrus Spice Balsamic Menu

A Full Menu Using Citrus Spice Balsamic Vinegar

Four friends and colleagues attending a holiday media event at We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City got talking about how they would use this newly sampled vinegar.

Hi, we’re those four friends and colleagues.

We decided to not just talk the talk but actually create our newly thought up recipe idea.

Welcome to the Citrus Spice Balsamic Vinegar Progressive Meal.

Darla Bentley of Wet Whistle Drinks created Citrus Spice Balsamic Holiday Cocktail. This  cocktail tastes like the holidays! Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon, and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night.

Michelle De La Cerda of The Complete Savorist created Citrus Spice Balsamic Roasted Sweet Potatoes. A sweet potato side dish deliciously intensified by roasting them in a glaze made from citrus spice balsamic vinegar.

Ned Adams of Dutch Oven Daddy made Citrus Spice Prime Rib Roast. This roast is a sure bet while hosting your holiday feast.

Christina Lakey of Food Apparel whipped up a No-Bake Cheesecake Cookie Dip Recipe with Balsamic Drizzle. This easy no-bake cheesecake cookie dip recipe will literally come together in minutes. Dress it up fancy with a sweet balsamic reduction to truly impress!

We hope you all enjoy this menu.

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley
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Citrus Spice Balsamic Holiday Cocktail

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. 

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword Balsamic, Bourbon, Citrus Spice, Cocktail, Orange
Author Darla

Ingredients

  • 1.5 Ounces Bourbon
  • 2 Ounces Cranberry Juice
  • 2 Ounces Ginger ale
  • 1 Tablespoon Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
  • 2 teaspoons Citrus Spice Balsamic

Instructions

  1. Add Ice to a shaker cup.

  2. Put all the ingredients into the shaker cup and stir with a bar spoon for several turns. 

  3. Strain into a cocktail glass.

  4. Garnish with candied ginger and/or orange 

This Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays! Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon, and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night.

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Citrus Spice Balsamic Roasted Sweet Potatoes are sweet potatoes deliciously intensified by roasting them in a glaze made from citrus spice balsamic vinegar ~ The Complete Savorist by Michelle De La Cerda

The Complete Savorist is also on Facebook and Instagram

Citrus Spice Prime Rib Roast is a sure bet while hosting your holiday feast. Dutch Oven Daddy

Dutch Oven Daddy is also on Facebook and Instagram

No-Bake Cheesecake Cookie Dip Recipe with Balsamic Drizzle

Food Apparel is also on Facebook and Instagram

The Citrus Spice Balsamic Cocktail tastes like the holidays. Citrus Spice Balsamic, ginger, bourbon and a squeeze of orange is perfect for a wintry night. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Filed Under: Bourbon, Cocktails

Blackberry Mint Julep

November 7, 2017 By Darla Leave a Comment

Blackberry Mint Julep is a twist on a classic. Bourbon, simple syrup, mint leaves, club soda and blackberries~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Blackberry Mint Julep is a twist on a classic. Bourbon, simple syrup, mint leaves, club soda and blackberries combine to make a magical and refreshing cocktail.

What happens when your friend makes and blackberry cobbler and has some blackberries left over? Well, first you eat the amazing cobbler and then you make cocktails! One of my favorite cocktails is a Mint Julep. Blackberries are the perfect mate to fresh mint and bourbon. Well, it’s one of the perfect mates. I can think of many other fruits that would be amazing in this drink!

The blackberries were perfectly ripe so that they burst under the muddler. If the berries aren’t quite ready to be picked, your drink won’t have that deep, rich, flavor. So, be sure that you are persnickety about which berries that you use. I had apple mint on hand because Larry’s family farm was harvesting apple mint and Larry makes sure I get the pick of the mint for my cocktails.

The best part of making this cocktail was my husband’s reaction. His eyebrows lifted, and a little smile came to his lips. “THAT is really good!” He exclaimed, and I knew I’d be making this cocktail often! Which is just fine with me!

Blackberry Mint Julep is a twist on a classic. Bourbon, simple syrup, mint leaves, club soda and blackberries~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

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Blackberry Mint Julep

Blackberry Mint Julep is a twist on a classic. Bourbon, simple syrup, mint leaves, club soda, and blackberries. It's very important to have finely crushed ice.

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 1/4 Cup Blueberries
  • 4-5 Sprigs Fresh mint
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup
  • 1 1/2 oz Bourbon
  • 1 oz Club Soda
  • Finely crushed ice

Instructions

  1. Put the blueberries and mint into a julep cup, double old fashioned glass or a collins glass and muddle. Pour the simple syrup and muddle a bit more. Add the bourbon, club soda and top with the finely crushed ice. Stir until the cup becomes frosty

Drinks by Darla Bentley

 

Filed Under: Bourbon, Cocktails

Mint Julep

October 9, 2017 By Darla Leave a Comment

A Mint Julep is made with bourbon, simple syrup, and mint leaves. Enjoy this tradition of the south!

While spearmint is the typical mint used in Kentucky, I love the delicate flavor of apple mint for my Mint Julep. I also happen to have apple mint on hand because my dear friend Larry from Larry’s family farm harvested quite a bit. He lets me know when he has something I may want to make a drink with, is ready to harvest. I have a lot of apple mint on hand!

A Mint Julep is made with bourbon, simple syrup, and mint leaves. Enjoy this tradition of the south~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

As the official drink of the Kentucky Derby,  up to 100,000 Mint Juleps are sold each year!  If you’d like something extra special and fancy, you can order a mint julep that is served in a gold-plated cup with a silver plated straw.

There’s something charming about this cocktail. As I sip it, I feel as if I should be wearing a big, floppy, hat and white gloves. I have the urge to watch Steel Magnolias and have my hair elegantly coiffed. Yes, I do love this fun cocktail.

I have to admit to the julep being a bit strong for me, so when I make one for myself, I drop the bourbon to 1 1/2 ounces and add a splash of club soda. Then, I relax in the shade and fan myself like an elegant southern lady.

A Mint Julep is made with bourbon, simple syrup, and mint leaves. Enjoy this tradition of the south~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

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Mint Julep

A Mint Julep is made with bourbon, simple syrup, and mint leaves. Muddle carefully. You are not destroying the leaves, you are coaxing the flavors from them with a gentle use of the muddler. Finely crushed ice is very important for this cocktail.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Mint leaves
  • 1 oz Simple syrup
  • 2 oz Bourbon
  • Crushed ice

Instructions

  1. Place the mint in the julep cup, double old fashioned or collins glass, pour the simple syrup over the leaves and gently muddle. Add the bourbon and then fill the glass with ice. Stir well, the glass will get frosty. Garnish with a sprig of mint. 

A Mint Julep is made with bourbon, simple syrup, and mint leaves. Enjoy this tradition of the south! By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Filed Under: Bourbon, Cocktails, Spirits

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