Guerilla WinemakingRaspberry, orange, pear — even pepper and dill: these days, infused vodkas are all the rage. We’ll show you how you can experiment with flavors in the comfort of your own home. And the infusion invasion continues: learn how to make a lavender-infused simple syrup, then put it to work in a lovely lavender margarita.
Think those $15 cocktails are tough on the wallet? What about a $1,500 cocktail? At the New York club Duvet, you’ll pay top dollar for a cocktail of truly epic proportions. Then discover the history behind the most popular drink ever to occupy a cocktail glass: the martini. What’s the truth about vermouth? And how much is too much?
Visit a Vegas restaurant that takes a heavenly approach to wine; the four-story wine tower and the angels who scale it are every bit as impressive as the massive wine list. Find out how to make a wine cocktail that really sparkles. And a small group of Sonoma renegades shows us how to make guerilla wine.
Finally, we’ll talk you through the anatomy of a wine glass, from rim to stem. What’s a decanter? Why do you need one? And a few basic food-pairing tips that will have you looking like a master sommelier at your next party.
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