Monday, December 28, 2009
Tequila by sanju
Tequila is rich in a history far beyond the popular Margarita. Originally used during rituals beginning 2,000 years ago, tequila has evolved into the potent spirit we drink today. The town of Tequila was founded in 1656 and shortly thereafter tequila was produced throughout Mexico, with Jose Cuervo being the first to commercialize the product. The late 1800’s saw the first imports to the US and the following Mexican Revolution and World Wars added to the international popularity of tequila
sanju on Cachaca
What is Cachaca?:
Cachaça (pronounced kah-SHAH-sah) is a distilled spirit from Brazil that is in a class of it's own but it is often associated with rum. The difference is that cachaça is made from sugar cane juice where rum uses molasses.
Cachaça is made exclusively in Brazil and is very popular in that country where it is commonly referred to as "pinga" and was often thought a poor man's drink. Over recent years it has gained recognition internationally and the Caipirinha is the most popular drink made with this spirit and is Brazil's national drink. To celebrate cachaça June 12th has been designated as International Cachaça Day
Cachaça (pronounced kah-SHAH-sah) is a distilled spirit from Brazil that is in a class of it's own but it is often associated with rum. The difference is that cachaça is made from sugar cane juice where rum uses molasses.
Cachaça is made exclusively in Brazil and is very popular in that country where it is commonly referred to as "pinga" and was often thought a poor man's drink. Over recent years it has gained recognition internationally and the Caipirinha is the most popular drink made with this spirit and is Brazil's national drink. To celebrate cachaça June 12th has been designated as International Cachaça Day
Sanju on Rum
There are many varieties of rum that can be used to make cocktails and the choice can be a daunting one. Choosing a quality light or gold rum to stock in a home bar is a good place to begin and is required for many rum cocktails. Dark rums are used occasionally in addition to light rum in a few cocktails and should be a second priority. Flavored rums are not as necessary as their counterparts but are useful for specific cocktails and can substitute other rums for more flavor.
Here some popular brands of rum...
Not all brands are listed and price points are based on an average, dependent on particular markets.
Light Rum
Less than $15
•Appleton Estate White - Jamaica
•Bacardi Silver - Puerto Rico
•Barton White - Virgin Islands
•Castillo White - Puerto Rico
•Fernandes White - Trinidad
•Flor de Caña 4 Year Old White - Nicaragua
•Myers Original Platinum - Jamaica
•Ron Castillo White - Puerto Rico
Around $20
•Angostura Old Oak White - Trinidad
•Clearheart Rum - US
•Mount Gay Premium White - Barbados
•Rhum Barbancourt White - Haiti
•Ron Matusalem Platino - Dominican Republic
•Wray & Nephew White Overproof - Jamaica
•El Dorado White - Guyana
$30 and Up
•Charbay Tropical Islands Cane - US
•Oronoco Fazenda Reserva - Brazil
•Papagayo Organic White - Paraguay
•Rhum Clement Premiére Canne - Martinique
•Tommy Bahama White Sand - Barbados
•Starr African Light Rum - Mauritius
Here some popular brands of rum...
Not all brands are listed and price points are based on an average, dependent on particular markets.
Light Rum
Less than $15
•Appleton Estate White - Jamaica
•Bacardi Silver - Puerto Rico
•Barton White - Virgin Islands
•Castillo White - Puerto Rico
•Fernandes White - Trinidad
•Flor de Caña 4 Year Old White - Nicaragua
•Myers Original Platinum - Jamaica
•Ron Castillo White - Puerto Rico
Around $20
•Angostura Old Oak White - Trinidad
•Clearheart Rum - US
•Mount Gay Premium White - Barbados
•Rhum Barbancourt White - Haiti
•Ron Matusalem Platino - Dominican Republic
•Wray & Nephew White Overproof - Jamaica
•El Dorado White - Guyana
$30 and Up
•Charbay Tropical Islands Cane - US
•Oronoco Fazenda Reserva - Brazil
•Papagayo Organic White - Paraguay
•Rhum Clement Premiére Canne - Martinique
•Tommy Bahama White Sand - Barbados
•Starr African Light Rum - Mauritius
Bt. sanju with Gin
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Intro:
Gin was created by Dr. Franciscus Sylvus, a Dutch chemist, in the 16th century as an attempt to cleanse the blood of those suffering from kidney disorders. Sylvus named his creation genièvre, French for juniper. Mass production of gin in England soon followed as King William III used his grudge against France to ban expensive liquor imports from that country and made gin affordable for the masses.
Production:
Gin is a light-bodied, liquor made of a mash of cereal grain, usually corn, rye, barley and wheat that has few congeners. The main flavor and aroma notes are contributed by juniper berries. Other botanicals that are often used in gin include coriander, lemon and orange peels, fennel, cassia, anise, almond and angelica. Gin ranges between 80 and 94 proof and manufacturers cannot, by law, qualify their gin by age.
London Dry Gin:
London Dry is the benchmark of quality in the world of gin. The flowery and aromatic characteristics of this type of gin are a result of botanicals added during the 2nd or 3rd distillation. The vapors from these flavoring agents reach the alcohol as they pass through a specialized still with an attachment called a gin head. Dry gins are preferred for making Martinis.
Plymouth Gin:
Plymouth Gin is a clear, slightly fruity, full-bodied gin that is very aromatic. This style of gin originated in the port of Plymouth on the English Channel, but only one distillery, Plymouth, Coates & Co., has the right to produce Plymouth Gin now. A few cocktails like an Admiral Benbow and Douglas Fairbanks Cocktail specifically call for Plymouth Gin.
Old Tom Gin:
Old Tom Gin is a sweeter version of London Dry Gin. Simple syrup is used to distinguish this old style of gin from it's contemporaries. Old Tom was the original gin used for Tom Collins and the gin of choice in the 19th century. Eventhough it was unavailable in the United States as of the 1950's, Old Tom Gin is still sold in England.
Dutch or Genever Gin:
Genever Gin, or Schiedam, is the Dutch version of gin. This variety is distilled from malted grain mash similar to whiskey and tends to be lower proof (70-80 proof) than it's English counterparts. Genever Gin is often aged in oak casks for 1-3 years and comes in two styles. Oude (old) Genever is the original style with a straw hue and is relatively sweet and aromatic, while Jonge (young) Genever has a drier palate and lighter body. Enjoy Genever in cocktails like Sweet City.
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Intro:
Gin was created by Dr. Franciscus Sylvus, a Dutch chemist, in the 16th century as an attempt to cleanse the blood of those suffering from kidney disorders. Sylvus named his creation genièvre, French for juniper. Mass production of gin in England soon followed as King William III used his grudge against France to ban expensive liquor imports from that country and made gin affordable for the masses.
Production:
Gin is a light-bodied, liquor made of a mash of cereal grain, usually corn, rye, barley and wheat that has few congeners. The main flavor and aroma notes are contributed by juniper berries. Other botanicals that are often used in gin include coriander, lemon and orange peels, fennel, cassia, anise, almond and angelica. Gin ranges between 80 and 94 proof and manufacturers cannot, by law, qualify their gin by age.
London Dry Gin:
London Dry is the benchmark of quality in the world of gin. The flowery and aromatic characteristics of this type of gin are a result of botanicals added during the 2nd or 3rd distillation. The vapors from these flavoring agents reach the alcohol as they pass through a specialized still with an attachment called a gin head. Dry gins are preferred for making Martinis.
Plymouth Gin:
Plymouth Gin is a clear, slightly fruity, full-bodied gin that is very aromatic. This style of gin originated in the port of Plymouth on the English Channel, but only one distillery, Plymouth, Coates & Co., has the right to produce Plymouth Gin now. A few cocktails like an Admiral Benbow and Douglas Fairbanks Cocktail specifically call for Plymouth Gin.
Old Tom Gin:
Old Tom Gin is a sweeter version of London Dry Gin. Simple syrup is used to distinguish this old style of gin from it's contemporaries. Old Tom was the original gin used for Tom Collins and the gin of choice in the 19th century. Eventhough it was unavailable in the United States as of the 1950's, Old Tom Gin is still sold in England.
Dutch or Genever Gin:
Genever Gin, or Schiedam, is the Dutch version of gin. This variety is distilled from malted grain mash similar to whiskey and tends to be lower proof (70-80 proof) than it's English counterparts. Genever Gin is often aged in oak casks for 1-3 years and comes in two styles. Oude (old) Genever is the original style with a straw hue and is relatively sweet and aromatic, while Jonge (young) Genever has a drier palate and lighter body. Enjoy Genever in cocktails like Sweet City.
SANJU NOTES ON BRANDY
Brandy derives it's name from the Dutch word brandewijn meaning "burned wine" and is a liquor distilled from wine or other fermented fruit juices. Most brandy is 80 proof (40% alcohol)and has been enjoyed for centuries as a cocktail and cooking ingredient. This spirit is not the one to be choosen based solely on price because a low-quality brandy can ruin an otherwise great cocktail.
Friday, December 25, 2009
Bartender
Bartender sanju:-
WORLD BARTENDER ASSOCIATION MEMBER SANJU@1857
For whatever reasons, some occupations have a tendency to take on identities of mythical proportions. Whether it's from how they're portrayed in the media, the movies, or just the public at large, but some jobs get more attention and more glamour then they may deserve. Television and the entertainment industry are very skilled at influencing the public thought process. If someone or something is continually portrayed in the media in a certain manner, then eventually the public starts to view the media portrayals as fact. Either the public is too lazy or doesn't care that the media may only be showing one side of the story.
One of the jobs that has been glamorized is bartending. Bartending is just a small role in a bigger subject, which is places where people get together. The place where people interact is a very important part of every day life, so it's natural to see those places portrayed in movies, but when did bartending become a focal point? Bartenders are the people who make and serve drinks at the bar. Bartending does require some knowledge because everyone doesn't drink the same beverage and bartenders' interactions with the public may depend on the type of establishments.
In a posh restaurant setting, the bartender may have little to no contact with the public, but in a cozy bar type setting, the bartender could be in constant contact with the public. The importance of the bartenders has a lot to do with where they're tending bars. In a restaurant, food is the main focus, so a bartender maybe less relevant, but in a bar where drinking is the focus, then a bartender will have more of an impact. A good bartender can make a lot of money from tips. Just like any employee, in any other service business, bartenders are expected to be courteous to the customers.
Anyone, male or female, can be a bartender. There are schools that train people and help them find jobs in the bartending field. Bartending can be a fun job, especially if you're a people person, but unlike their portrayals in movies, in real life, bartenders are not pseudo-psychiatrists. They can listen to customers, but they're not trained to give psychological advice. Movies depict bartenders as being part priest, part psychiatrist and part sex adviser, but chances are, if bartenders were any of those things, they probably wouldn't be tending bars.
It shows the power of suggestion, when a bartender can take on the identity of a super hero. The impact that movies and other forms of media have on the public is huge. People like to believe they're in control of their own thoughts and make their own decisions, but maybe that's a lie they tell themselves, so they don't face the truth. The truth is, people in the entertainment business know how easily the public can be swayed with well placed images. It's practically impossible to take anything you see or read at face value. Bartending is an okay job, but it's nowhere near the phenomenon that movies would have you believe.
WORLD BARTENDER ASSOCIATION MEMBER SANJU@1857
For whatever reasons, some occupations have a tendency to take on identities of mythical proportions. Whether it's from how they're portrayed in the media, the movies, or just the public at large, but some jobs get more attention and more glamour then they may deserve. Television and the entertainment industry are very skilled at influencing the public thought process. If someone or something is continually portrayed in the media in a certain manner, then eventually the public starts to view the media portrayals as fact. Either the public is too lazy or doesn't care that the media may only be showing one side of the story.
One of the jobs that has been glamorized is bartending. Bartending is just a small role in a bigger subject, which is places where people get together. The place where people interact is a very important part of every day life, so it's natural to see those places portrayed in movies, but when did bartending become a focal point? Bartenders are the people who make and serve drinks at the bar. Bartending does require some knowledge because everyone doesn't drink the same beverage and bartenders' interactions with the public may depend on the type of establishments.
In a posh restaurant setting, the bartender may have little to no contact with the public, but in a cozy bar type setting, the bartender could be in constant contact with the public. The importance of the bartenders has a lot to do with where they're tending bars. In a restaurant, food is the main focus, so a bartender maybe less relevant, but in a bar where drinking is the focus, then a bartender will have more of an impact. A good bartender can make a lot of money from tips. Just like any employee, in any other service business, bartenders are expected to be courteous to the customers.
Anyone, male or female, can be a bartender. There are schools that train people and help them find jobs in the bartending field. Bartending can be a fun job, especially if you're a people person, but unlike their portrayals in movies, in real life, bartenders are not pseudo-psychiatrists. They can listen to customers, but they're not trained to give psychological advice. Movies depict bartenders as being part priest, part psychiatrist and part sex adviser, but chances are, if bartenders were any of those things, they probably wouldn't be tending bars.
It shows the power of suggestion, when a bartender can take on the identity of a super hero. The impact that movies and other forms of media have on the public is huge. People like to believe they're in control of their own thoughts and make their own decisions, but maybe that's a lie they tell themselves, so they don't face the truth. The truth is, people in the entertainment business know how easily the public can be swayed with well placed images. It's practically impossible to take anything you see or read at face value. Bartending is an okay job, but it's nowhere near the phenomenon that movies would have you believe.
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