#complex liqueurs

[pjakes]

New Summer Beverage Trends

As the summer of 2024 heats up, so does the creativity of beverage connoisseurs, crafting refreshing drinks to beat the heat. This season, the trends are all about bold flavors, innovative combinations, and a touch of sophistication that can be enjoyed in the comfort of your home or at your favorite outdoor spots. One of the standout trends this year is the rise of complex liqueurs in cocktails.…

[hype-queer-fixated]

because this is the Patti you could, at any moment, experience in real life and real time right now

you could see her performing on a stage or walking in the theater district or calling out fascist bullshit in an interview or stepping impatiently over your body as you lay breathless and soaking wet on the floor

every era is a good one, but the one that is still being discovered and created and navigated? the one that is unfinished, ongoing, and not-yet-defined? that will always be the most incredible

Don’t get me wrong, Patti is so fucking hot in all her eras and she could do whatever she wanted to me at any point in her life.. BUT there is something about current Patti that just makes me go extra feral.. and idk why

(I do know why… it’s probably the mommy issues)

[lakemojave]

Mojave has made: THE SUNRISE MARGARITA

I made a normal tequila sunrise for a friend once and she described it as liquid candy. And like, sure, yeah, she's right I guess. But nothing fits that description better than this bad boy. A sunrise is yummy for sure, but a lil lime juice, triple sec, and a salted rim makes *such* a huge difference. Even for someone like me who avoids sweeter cocktails, this thing is a must, and it gets a lot of points for being the most beautiful thing I have ever made ever.

2 oz tequila

2 oz orange juice

1 oz triple sec, cointreau, or grand marnier

1 oz lime juice

Drop of agave (optional, if you like it extra sweet)

Shake and pour into chilled glass over ice, garnish with salted rim and lime wheel or orange wedge

Finish off with 1/2 oz splash of grenadine. Do not stir

The flavor profile of this drink is not exactly complex. It's very orange forward with the juice and liqueur, and with a lil bit of lime flavor to enhance, it's an especially sweet cocktail. The salted rim is optional, but if you crave the experience of drinking nectar from the lips of a hedonistic god, I highly suggest it. I tend to like boozier drinks than this, but this is my new favorite sweet cocktail. And it's leagues better than certain other margaritas I've had the displeasure of making.

9/10

[the-font-bandit]

Another faction cocktail!

ANTIVAN CROWS

A blend of Italian ingredients for a darkly bittersweet, deeply complex cocktail that would be right at home at the Cantori Diamond.

1.5oz (45ml) Averna amaro liqueur*

1oz (30ml) Orange liqueur (preferably Solerno Blood Orange if you can get your hands on it, otherwise Cointreau can substitute)

1.5oz (45ml) Dry Vermouth

1oz (30ml) Fresh squeezed lemon juice

2 dashes angostura bitters

Optional: Dried orange wheel for garnish

*You may be able to substitute another amaro (such as Amaro Nonino or Ramazzotti), but amounts will probably need to be adjusted since the sweetness varies. If it’s too sweet, try upping the lemon juice a little or reducing the amaro to 1oz (30ml). If it’s too dry, slightly increase the orange liqueur.

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker.

Add ice.

Shake well.

Strain into a cocktail glass

Optional: garnish with a dried orange wheel

[fanaticsnail]

Bar Shift: Part 4 (Finale)

And just like that, this little collection is complete! I hope you enjoyed reading my writing as I develop my style.

Word Count: 3,407

Part 3 here.

You immediately found Tori and gave her a warm hug and dismissing her from her duties before seeking out Jacob.

“What’s on the agenda?” you asked him while picking up a rag and beginning to wipe down the bar.

“I’ll do the till and start getting knock-offs ready for the chefs, if you start shutting down the unoccupied areas and chuck on the closing setlist,” he nodded at you with a warm smile, “don’t worry, I’ll leave Sanji’s for you.”

“Thanks, sweetheart,” you smiled at Jacob and continuing to wipe down the bar and collect empty drinking vessels, “anything interesting happen while I was on my fifteen?”

“Oh, the usual,” he shrugged, “some green-haired swordsman challenged the broody swashbuckler to a duel. I’m placing my bets on the wine-drinker, to be honest with you.”

You hummed in response before making your way over to start cooling down the room with a slow set-list. You shuffled the bar regulars into the broader communal space and bid farewell to the ones done with their dining experience at Baratie.

“Hello pumpkin,” you heard Patty call from behind you. You groaned in response, knowing he was going to playfully jab at you regarding your encounter with Zeff earlier in the morning.

“Hello, you crusty old peppercorn,” you jabbed back at him, causing him to laugh in response. A swarm of chefs entered the bar area, their white chef’s jackets, blue cravats and tall hats removed from their bodies to reveal their casual underclothes.

“Got anything special for knock offs?” he asked you with a warm smile. You collected an empty pitcher formerly containing an amber ale and held it in your arms as you wiped down the surface.

“Jacob’s getting some beer ready for you, if you’re keen,” you responded offhandedly.

“I am absolutely keen, sweetheart,” he responded, clapping a firm hand on your shoulder affectionately. You scrunched your nose at him before ushering him out of your way so you could continue packing down the bar.

After you collected the final miscellaneous pieces of glassware in your arms and placing them in the sink behind the bar, you decided to commence the task of creating something special for Sanji to enjoy. Sure, you’ve shared a bottle of wine or two between you, but after the meal he prepared for you earlier this morning; you couldn’t just bring out any old thing.

You pursed your lips and looked to the vast amount of ingredients laying before you. Several different whiskey varieties, vermouth, wood chips, citrus and rum were calling to you specifically. You then allowed a broad smile to fall over your face.

“What’s got you smiling like that?” you heard Jacob call over your shoulder. You turned to him with a determined look on your face.

“Oh no,” he said with a mock surprise, “you’re going to bring out the big cannons, aren’t you?”

“Oh yes I am,” you responded cracking your neck slightly at the challenge.

“You’re gonna do the Rum Martinez?” he asked you with a quirked brow.

“I’m gonna do the Rum Martinez,” you confirmed with a nod of your head, a smirk pulling at the corner of your mouth.

“Good luck,” he said, patting your back before returning to line up several tankards of amber ale for the chefs as they arrived at the bar.

You collected apple tree wood chips, a blow torch, semi-sweet vermouth, maraschino liqueur, rum bitters and a bottle of one of the finest rums you had on the menu. You placed a tea strainer next to the bar, an empty corked decanter, a cocktail mixer and three glasses on the counter as you began your assembly. You also began rolling three cigarettes and placing them on the counter for later assembly.

As you began assembling this overly complex cocktail, you paid no mind to the amount of your coworkers watching your movements. One set of eyes you were particularly unaware of belonged to your boss, who decided to join his staff for a drink after retiring for the night. He quirked his brow as he saw you reach for the special reserve rum, but chose to remain quiet and not protest at the use.

You used the blowtorch to ignite the woodchips, setting the semi flame-thrower down and immediately dampening the chips with a maraschino cherry reduction. You placed the uncorked decanter over the smoke and successfully syphoned the fumes into the glass container, corking the bottle one completed. You set aside the now cloudy decanter and discarded the woodchips in the compost bin beneath the bar.

You moved on to preparing the liquids for this complex cocktail, pouring equal parts special reserve rum and the semi-sweet vermouth into the cocktail shaker. You brought a small, long armed teaspoon and placed a small portion of the maraschino liquor onto it before moving to place the spoon within the liquid. You scooped some ice into the metal shovel and placed several pieces into the liquid, twirling it to cool it down to a lower temperature for a solid minute.

 “What are you making there, sweetheart? Looks overly complicated for a simple knock-off,” you heard Carne call over to you, prompting you to smirk in response.

“Leave her alone, Carne,” you heard your boss order the line cook, prompting your eyebrows to slightly raise, “I’m allowing it, just this once.”

You smiled to yourself, making a mental note to ask for permission, forgiveness and gratitude at him in future.

You brought the tea strainer to the liquid and moved it to the cloudy decanter, timing it in your mind.

“Uncork, strain, recork, swirl, uncork, sift” you repeated three times in your mind before you hyped yourself up enough to undertake the task.

You timed it perfectly: uncorking the smoke-riddled decanter, sifting the rum mixture into the jug without missing a drop, recorking the neck and you began to swirl the mixture within the walls of the glass container.

Sanji walked up from below deck, smiling at Patty and unbuttoning his wrists from his floor uniform and rolling them up. He walked over to the seat Zeff was atop, noticing the intensity of Zeff’s gaze at something behind the bar. He followed his gaze to fall directly on you, rotating a darkened liquid within a cloudy decanter. He smiled as he watched your concentration while you rotated the decanter for the final time, successfully imbuing the apple tree wood-chips into the liquid within.

He took a seat on the bar stool directly beside Zeff, which drew your attention immediately to the two kitchen superiors in front of you.

“Evening Chef,” you acknowledged Zeff first with a nod, “sous-chef,” you nodded at Sanji.

“Evening, Pumpkin,” Zeff responded with a small chuckle, “what are we having?”

You laughed at his question, knowing he would absolutely want a sample of this overly complicated concoction you had assembled: which was why you brought out three glasses instead on just two.

Although he had a complex relationship with the blonde sous-chef when it came to sampling new dishes; when alcohol was involved, his tastebuds were prepped and ready to participate.

“It’s called a Rum Martinez,” you said with a broad smile, placing two crystal short glasses in front of the two leaders of the kitchen. You uncorked the crystal decanter and began pouring 90mls of liquid into the three glasses in front of you. You smiled as you felt the gaze of both Sanji and Zeff completely fixate on the dark liquid as you poured it.

Zeff reached for the glass, prompting you to reprimand the chef.

“Tsk, tsk, impatient as always, Chef,” you scolded him, prompting him to release a low growl. You laughed at his reaction, reaching for the three cigarettes and bringing the filter end to your lips before reaching for the lighter in your lefthand pant pocket. You flicked the flint and ignited the ends of the three cylindrical objects before collecting them from your lips while exhaling away from your guests. You placed the cigarettes with the filters facing your head chef and sous chef with a smile, before doing the same with your own.

“This seems like an overly complex way to propose, but I accept,” Zeff laughed, reaching again for the glass which you finally allowed him to collect. You scrunched up your nose and felt again a blush rise to your cheeks in semi-embarrassment. Sanji laughed at your reaction and leaned in to collect his own glass, placing the cigarette between his lips and inhaling the nicotine ridden object while closing his eyes. As he held the smoke in his chest, he took a small sip of the rum cocktail and held it on his tongue. He released a long breath as he focussed on the burn your cocktail left on his tongue as his senses became engulfed by the flavours you presented before him.

“You’re a bit late, Chef,” Sanji exclaimed with a small smirk, “apparently we’re already married.”

You laughed at his comment, picking up the cigarette and drawing in a long breath while bringing the liquid to your lips and taking a sip. You exhaled the smoke through your nose while you gulped back the dark contents and savoured the burn it left behind.

You and Sanji exchanged glances now and again while you continued to aid Jacob in packing down the bar while refilling the tankards belonging to the chefs before you. You placed your glass down behind the bar while you wiped own the bar for the hundredth time this particular shift before removing the till and locking it, placing it in the safe below the bar.

“And I’m done,” you heard Jacob say next to you, “I’m cutting Carne off, by the way. No more for him.”

You laughed at his comment while welcoming him into an embrace as you felt the relief of completing a successful shift with your coworker.

“Well done, Jacob,” you laughed with him, finally feeling a tiredness overcome your body. Jacob held you there slightly before bringing you in to murmur quietly to you.

“I’ve decided I’m covering your split-shift tomorrow,” he smiled at you. You widened your eyes in shock, a large smile widening over your cheeks.

“You’re joking,” you exclaimed in delight.

“I am absolutely not,” he again murmured to you, “now go get your man.”

You laughed at him before playfully hitting his arm in response to his comment. You then looked over his shoulder to see Sanji looking at you with a vacant expression while engaging with Zeff.

“I’ve already marked it on the roster and signed you out,” he further clarified while exiting the bar to join the chefs for his knock off.

“You’re amazing, Jacob,” you called after him before turning to walk back over to Zeff and Sanji.

Zeff began rising from his place on the stool, and turned to exit the bar.

“Heading in, Chef?” you asked him with a smile on your face.

“Yes, love,” he responded with an exhausted expression on his face. You reached forward and patted his arm gently.

“I’ll see you tomorrow for inventory,” you chirped lightly at him, extending familial warmth to him.

“You absolutely will not,” he growled, “Jacob is covering for you. I’m going to teach him inventory. Enjoy your day off.”

You laughed at him before he dismissed you to make your way over to Sanji who was resting his elbows against the bar while waiting for you.

“Finally,” he exclaimed when you joined his field of vision, prompting you to tilt your head to the side coyly.

You retrieved your glass containing the complex drink you made earlier and brought it to your lips, knocking back the remainder of the liquid.

“Finally,” you confirmed with him after swallowing the flame-like, smoky liquid. He looked down at the bar bashfully before returning his gaze to you.

“When do you start tomorrow? I should let you turn in,” he said, a small amount of sorrow expressed in his tone.

“As it so happens,” you began while reaching for a bottle of sangiovese and collecting two wine glasses, “I’m off tomorrow.”

Immediately Sanji widened his eyes and extended a solid grin your way.

“So, I can keep you up past your bed time, then?” he asked you playfully, his grin turning into a small smirk at the corner of his lips.

“Honey,” you taunted him with a mischievous smirk, leaning your body over the bar to bring your face closer to his, “you can keep me up all night long.”

His playful glint fled from his face as he shifted his gaze between your eyes, flittering to your partially parted lips in complete silence at your comment. All playfulness seemingly fell from your face in turn, unsure as to if your comment was crossing some unwritten line between you and your coworker. The words truthfully fell from your lips faster than your brain could keep up with them, allowing your little proximity crush to possess your lips as they spurted those flirtatious words.

He suddenly removed his elbows from the bar and brought his hands to cradle your face between them and hungrily placed his lips against yours. You heard him sharply inhale through his nose as he opened his mouth to deepen the connection shared between you. You let out a small squeal at the passion of his actions and widened your eyes in shock at the haste of his sudden expression of desire. He held your face in the palms of his hands before snaking them to the back of your neck with a light moan as he gently massaged his fingers into the hairline at the nape of your neck. And as soon as the connection was brought between you, he pushed himself away from you and released his hands from behind your neck. His newly reddened lips were parted and his eyes were wide seemingly as in shock as you were at the wild intensity that his body voiced to you.

“I am so sorry,” he spluttered apologetically at you, refusing to bring his off-guard gaze to meet yours. You bit your lip and looked at the bar, still in shock from the kiss you shared with him.

It felt like a full century had passed between you, although in reality it had only been a few seconds of uninterrupted, awkward silence. You turned your head and softened your gaze to look at the young sous-chef in front of you, as he continued to fixate his sights on the polished wooden bar in front of you both. Partially fuelled by the flaming liquid you consumed earlier and the knowledge that Sanji potentially returned your formerly unrequited infatuation with him, you mustered up some courage to perform something you never thought you would.

You hoisted yourself on top of the empty bar in front of him, tucking your knees beneath you to sit on top of your calves. He snapped out of his trance and brought all of his attention to your actions. You reached down and grasped his jaw between your hands, lifting him to plant his feet on the ground rather than remaining sitting atop the wooden stool. You allowed your hair to cascade over your shoulder as you leant down and brought your lips against his own for the second time tonight.

It was Sanji’s turn to be in complete shock as you began to physically return the kiss he planted against your lips moments prior. You laced your fingers in his hair and raked it away from his face while tilting his jaw up for you to deepen the kiss. You rolled your head slightly while teasing the entrance of his mouth by flickering his bottom lip with your tongue.

The small flick of your tongue seemed to break his trance as he reached up and wrapped his bare arms around your thighs and hoisted you off the top of the bar; prompting a delighted gasp to escape from between your lips. In one swell movement, he sat your body on his lap as he took a seat once more atop the bar stool. He moved his arms from beneath your legs to allow you to relax now, fully sat on his lap, choosing to embrace your lower back with his right hand to secure your body against his own. His left hand moved to the space between your shoulder blades and pulled you flush against his torso as he moaned into the kiss.

You felt him smile against your lips as he moved his own tongue out to flick playfully at your own. You gasped at that small flicker, using your tongue to move beneath his and caress the small piercing located beneath his tongue you saw earlier this morning. He moaned in response to you finding the small piercing, which prompted you to laugh slightly into the kiss.

He stood once more, gently lowering your body to your feet without breaking the kiss. You moved your hands down to his neck, successfully locating his navy tie hanging loosely from his neck. You successfully laced your hand around it and used it to lever him closer against you to maintain some semblance of control in this completely unforeseen turn of events.

Sanji grinned into the kiss before being the first to pull away from your grip. He looked at you through half-lidded eyelashes with a look of pure adoration overcoming his features. You attempted to bring his lips against yours for a third time, but he stopped you from continuing your assaulting flurry of passionate kisses. You widened your eyes at his actions, again assuming you somehow misread the situation unfolding between you.

“I’m sorry, Sanji,” you gasped out in shock, apologising for your sudden intimate outburst.

“No apologies necessary, princess,” he replied with a bashful smile, “I was very much enjoying our little kiss and I want nothing more than to kiss you again.”

You quirked your head to the side and released his tie from your restraining grasp, opting to lace them behind his neck instead. He continued to hold your lower back in an embrace, tracing small circles into your skin.

“What’s stopping you from kissing me again now?” you asked him, creasing your brows in confusion but continuing to smile at the blonde chef. He exhaled a light laugh before nodding his chin to the corner of the bar.

You shook your head before following his gaze to meet with the beady and ever watchful eyes of the Den-Den Mushi Snail Zeff had placed in the corner of the bar earlier in the year to catch potential thieves from stealing liquor and berry from the till. You froze against him, prompting him to laugh again at you before caressing your cheek to return your gaze to seek out his own.

“That was watching the whole time?” you hissed through gritted teeth at him.

“I only just noticed it myself,” he took a deep breath through his nose and held it slightly, “just before you decided to crawl over the bar, to be completely honest.”

You groaned and pressed your forehead against Sanji’s chest in an attempt to shield you from further embarrassment. You felt him smile as he pressed his lips to the side of your head and held you in an embrace.

“C’mon,” he said, capturing your chin with his thumb and index finger and bringing your eyes to meet his, “let’s go to the kitchen. We’ll break in to the old man’s office, take back any pictures the bloody thing took and I’ll cook you anything you want.”

You smiled warmly at him and pressed your lips against his in what was intended to be a partially chaste kiss. Instead; he held your chin firmly and continued the kiss, chasing your lips as you intended to pull away from him with his own. You smiled against his lips before patting his chest to signal for him to break from your lips.

“Enough,” you emphatically scolded him in a playful whisper before pulling away from his embrace and briskly making your way towards your boss’s office.

“You’ve been teasing me over these past few years, what do you expect?” he called after you with a teasing tone. You chose not to acknowledge his taunt, which caused him to bite his lip before twirling his piercing between his teeth and follow closely behind you.

[journalofanoldsoul]

Cheers, My Dear! (Rising Sign)

Aries Rising: Margarita - The Margarita is a bold and fiery drink that perfectly matches the bold and daring nature of Aries Rising. The zing of lime juice and the fiery kick of tequila is a perfect match for the assertive and energetic Aries Rising personality.

Taurus Rising: Old Fashioned - The Old Fashioned is a classic and timeless drink that reflects the sophisticated and refined nature of Taurus Rising. The blend of whiskey, sugar, and bitters creates a rich and complex flavor that appeals to Taurus Rising's love of luxury and indulgence.

Gemini Rising: Tom Collins - The Tom Collins is a refreshing and bubbly drink that perfectly matches the lively and curious nature of Gemini Rising. The combination of gin, lemon juice, and soda creates a light and fizzy flavor that reflects the Gemini Rising personality's love of fun and adventure.

Cancer Rising: Champagne - Champagne is a celebratory drink that reflects the sensitive and emotional nature of Cancer Rising. The effervescence of the bubbles and the light and fruity taste of champagne perfectly matches Cancer Rising's desire for beauty, refinement, and elegance.

Leo Rising: Mai Tai - The Mai Tai is a colorful and flamboyant drink that reflects the bold and charismatic nature of Leo Rising. The blend of rum, orange juice, and almond syrup creates a tropical and fruity flavor that perfectly matches Leo Rising's love of drama, creativity, and self-expression.

Virgo Rising: Martini - The Martini is a classic and understated drink that reflects the refined and practical nature of Virgo Rising. The blend of gin and vermouth creates a crisp and clean flavor that appeals to Virgo Rising's love of simplicity, precision, and efficiency.

Libra Rising: Cosmopolitan - The Cosmopolitan is a sophisticated and stylish drink that perfectly matches the charming and graceful nature of Libra Rising. The blend of vodka, cranberry juice, and lime creates a sweet and sour flavor that reflects Libra Rising's desire for beauty, balance, and harmony.

Scorpio Rising: Bloody Mary - The Bloody Mary is a bold and spicy drink that perfectly matches the intense and passionate nature of Scorpio Rising. The blend of vodka, tomato juice, and spices creates a rich and savory flavor that reflects Scorpio Rising's desire for depth, intensity, and transformation.

Sagittarius Rising: Long Island Iced Tea - The Long Island Iced Tea is a strong and adventurous drink that perfectly matches the free-spirited and adventurous nature of Sagittarius Rising. The blend of rum, vodka, gin, and tequila creates a powerful and intoxicating flavor that reflects Sagittarius Rising's love of exploration, excitement, and new experiences.

Capricorn Rising: Manhattan - The Manhattan is a classic and sophisticated drink that reflects the practical and disciplined nature of Capricorn Rising. The blend of whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters creates a smooth and complex flavor that appeals to Capricorn Rising's love of tradition, structure, and hard work.

Aquarius Rising: Mojito - The Mojito is a fresh and vibrant drink that perfectly matches the unique and unconventional nature of Aquarius Rising. The blend of rum, lime juice, and mint creates a cool and refreshing flavor that reflects Aquarius Rising's desire for freedom, innovation, and individuality.

Pisces Rising: White Russian - The White Russian is a dreamy and creamy drink that perfectly matches the sensitive and imaginative nature of Pisces Rising. The blend of vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream creates a rich and indulgent flavor that reflects Pisces Rising's desire for fantasy,and the sweetness of the drink represents their compassionate and empathetic nature.

Remember that these associations are based on the archetypal qualities associated with each Rising sign. While they may not represent an exhaustive list, they serve as examples to illustrate how the energy of each Rising sign can manifest. It’s important to remember that astrology is a complex and nuanced system, and individual interpretations can vary.

Stay tune for more astro posts…

xoxo J.

[femmedinfire]

for today's culinary creation, i bring you sumac-ade!

the concotion seen brewing here is a beverage popular here in Appalachia, made from the fruit of a plant called sumac

these small fruits, called drupes, are almost entirely one large seed covered in a leathery skin, so there is not much worth eating

however! the external skin has a coating of malic acid that gives it a sour flavor, and sumac lemonade seeks to use that malic acid to make a tart beverage

the drink is made first as a cold infusion, as heat introduces an unpleasant astringency from the fruit to the drink

soak the drupes in cool water and rub gently with your fingers before letting infuse overnight

the next day, filter the liquid through something like double cheesecloth, add a sweetener (maple syrup is common, and a splash of lemon juice to add a little complexity, and the drink should be finished

there are three species of edible sumac in the Eastern United States, and I believe the one we used for this batch was non-ideal for this recipe

a typical sumac-ade should be a pink color and decently tart without any reduction, whereas this batch was very weakly flavored and a pale yellow

we ended up reducing the infusion down to concentrate the acid, but that also concentrated a lot of herbal flavors i was not fond of

we ended mixing it with high proof spirits and producing an interesting herbal liqueur

ill likely retry this experiment with another local species, as well explore sumac's other uses as a dye, a spice, and a source of tannins for leathermaking

[watchthisqqq]

All the Bls I’ve watch in 2024

This is my first year watching Bls. I randomly decided to watch Cherry Magic last December and became super hooked. I feel like I might get canceled for some of these rating but these are just arbitrary did I like/enjoy myself while watching. Nothing to do with the quality or if they are good or not. Also because I’m new I might not take note of things others would. Feel free to ask my to justify my ratings.

Completed Shows:

Cherry magic 10

Cherry magic (JP) 9

3 will be free 9

Water boy 6

Bad buddy 8.5

2gether 6.5

Kinnporsche 8.5

I cannot reach you 6.5

Dark blue kiss 6

Kiss me again 6.5

Kiss series 4

Moonlight chicken 6.5

Mr. Unlucky 7

Jazz for two 7.5

Bump up business 3

Love in the air 7 for part 1

My school president 7

Grey shelter 8.5

Wedding plan 7

Laws of attraction 8

Blueming 10

Unintentionally love story 9

Kiseki: Dear to Me 9

Breeze of love 6.5

Love for love’s sake 10

Love in translation 6.5

Bed friend 7

Love mix up (Japan) 9.8

Naughty babe 7

The director who buys me dinner 7

Love tractor 6.5

Bon appetite 8

My Only 12% 9

Manner of death 9

A man who defied the world of bl 7.5

At 25:00, Akasaka 8.5

Old fashioned cupcake 10

Knock knock boys 9

No one cares about old man’s underwear 9.8

Utsukushii Kare My beautiful Man 8 (Haven’t seen the movie yet)

Unknown 9.5

Our dining table 9

Semantic error 8

My personal weatherman 8

My stand in 8

Our dating sim 7.8

The rebound 8

My pornographer 9.5

Candy color paradox 7

Triage 8

Jun and jun 7.5

Century of love 7.5

I told the sunset about you 10

His (movie) 4

Roommate of poongduck 304 8

Our love doesn’t have long beans 7.9

Seven days Monday-Friday 8.5

I became the main role of a bl drama 8

Cosmetic play lover 7

About youth 7.9

My love mix up (Thai) 6

Love is better the second time around 8

Sunset x vibes 5

Takara’s treasure 8.5

Takumi pure Kim 4 -6

Perfect Propose 7.5

The Effect 7

The time of fever 9.5

4 minutes 7.5

I hear the sun spot 6

Tokyo in April is… 7

Restart after come back home 9.5

Jack O' frost 8

Sugar dog life 6.7

On1y one 10

Jack o’ frost 8.5

DNA says love you 8

Happy of the end 7

End of the world with you 6.7

If it’s with you 8.3

Love in the big city 9.8

The New employee 8

First note of love 6.5

I saw you in my dream 7

Minato’s laundromat 9.5

Stay with me 7

Let free the curse of taekwondo 10

Smells like green spirit 7.6

Eccentric romance 6.7

All the liqueurs movie 7.2

History 2: Wrong or right 9

History 2: Crossing the line 9

Dominant yakuza and wimpy corporate slave 6

Plus and minus 6.9

Light on me 8.5

Blue Canada’s of youthful days 7.3

Blue complex 7.5

I am your pet 7

History 3: make your days count 9.3

Mr. Heart 6.8

Where your eyes linger 9

History 3: trapped 9.8

Cherry blossoms after winter 6.9

My damn business 7

My tooth my love 9.9

Rule 1 no dating 7

Love is like a poison 8.8

Watching:

Our Youth

Caged again

Your Sky

See Your Love

Winter is not the Death of Spring but the Birth of Summer

Eternal Butler

Thame Po

The Heart Killers

Unfinished shows:

We are

Love sea

Wandee

The trainee

Every you and every me

Addicted heroin

Kidnap

Jack and Joker

[feytouched]

olfactory travel log

cold air. barley broth. the complex, intense woody aroma of smoked halibut, fatty and warm and acorn-like. mulled wine and sea-salt fog. citronella shower gel. soft dog fur. the heady mix of blended teas and coffees, of chocolates sweating out their sweet liqueur fillings, and of dried cherries and sugary almond paste. burnt semolina flour. goat cheese; goats. yves saint laurent libre. flint stones that have been sparked together. oversteeped peppermint tea. breath trapped in a scarf. coffee-scented fountain pen ink. sulfuric smoke from backyard sparklers. faint artificial vanilla from a probiotic sachet. iron-sharp blood. the smell of wool lingering on the skin, released with steam. prada infusion d'amande filtered through a mask.

[nihonnojihifukainomajonoseiiki]

I made a glass of black balsam to honor the divine feminine.

This drink can be enjoyed during rituals, moon ceremonies, or simply whenever you wish to honor the divine feminine.

What is black balsam?

Black balsam is a traditional herbal liqueur from Latvia that is known for its complex, earthy taste.

Used as an invigorating tonic, black balsam is said to improve mood, boost the immune system, and improve digestion.

With those delicious and powerful medicinals, it’s easy to understand why. 

According to a legend, Empress Catherine the Great of Russia became ill during a visit to Latvia but was cured after drinking Riga Black Balsam.

What you'll need to make a glass of black balsam to honor the divine feminine

1 oz Riga Black Balsam

1 oz pomegranate juice (symbolizing fertility, femininity, and abundance)

1/2 oz rosewater (for love, beauty, and emotional healing)

1/2 oz honey syrup (sweetness, nurturing, and attraction)

1 oz cranberry juice (for protection and the connection to feminine cycles)

1-2 dashes orange bitters (for clarity and creative energy)

Dried herbs (for placing around the glass, to create a sacred circle)

Instructions

Mix equal parts honey and hot water until combined. Let it cool before use.

In a mixing glass, add black balsam, pomegranate juice, rosewater, honey syrup, cranberry juice, and orange bitters.

Stir to combine the ingredients without diluting the elixir too much, as this drink is meant to be sipped slowly.

Strain the mixture into a glass similar to the one shown.

Place fresh herbs around the glass as a ceremonial offering.

Before drinking, hold the glass and take a moment to focus on your intention to honor the divine feminine. Visualize the qualities of love, intuition, and strength within yourself.

Sip slowly, savoring the layered flavors as you reflect or meditate.

[frevandrest]

On Hérault's Orgy Cave

@divinaaugusta I wrote about this in the past (my pet topic, guilty as charged), but I have trouble locating relevant info on my blog because Tumblr my beloved.

We learn about the sex/orgy cave from the book by his mistress Suzanne de Morency, "Illyrine ou l'Écueil de l'inexpérience". She describes their relationship, including how he bought her a lottery and rented a luxurious house for her near Champs-Élysées. In 18c, there was no avenue, but we know its approximate location, near the convent St Périne (now a hospital). Here is how the area looked in the 1730:

So, near rue de Chaillot in 18th century.

As I understand, in 1790s that was a nationalized property that Hérault rented for Suzanne. As part of the complex, there was a garden with an artificial grotto. These grottos were all the rage in the 18th century. Here is one belonging to Frederick the Great: Neptune Grotto (although no idea if this one - or grottos in general - were used for the same purpose as how Hérault used it). Apparently, Hérault's grotto/cave included a little brook, flowers, and comfortable furniture (including a chandelier). She describes:

Chérubin [Hérault] me prie d'ôter mes bas , parce qu'il faisait chaud , et il se désha billalui-même, passa seulement une grande lévite de bazin doublée de taffetas bleu : il me prend la main , me fait traverser le parterre ; j'apperçois un petit portique du quel il m'avait toujours soigneusement écartée ; et il avait un grand soin de ne pas me perdre de vue depuis notre arrivée. Enfin , ouvrant la porte de ce portique , il me présente à l'amour , qui m'offre une guirlande de roses fraîches ; puis il me dit : Adèle ; vois son inscription. Je le regarde en souriant; il me donne un baiser , dé noue ma ceinture , marobe , et à l'instant je n'ai plus de vêtement que la guirlande que l'amour m'a donné : mon amant a la même parure : il ouvre la porte sacrée ; nos pieds foulent le gazon. Il me conduit à un lit de jonc dont le ciel était un grand myrthe. Mon amant s'était ménagé toute la soirée pour ce lieu enchanteur…. Je ne puis te peindre tous les plaisirs que nous goûtâmes : je ne trouverais pas de pinceau assez habile ; ils sont plus faciles à imaginer qu'à peindre. Mais Séchelles est plus qu'un homme si j'ai quelquefois dit que mon mari et Q…..te étaient autant au- dessus du vulgaire qu'étaient les anges au- dessus de l'humanité, je dirai maintenant qu'Hérault de Séchelles est autant au - dessus de mon mari et de Q…..te que la divinité est au dessus des anges. Nous nous restaurâmes par des glaces et des liqueurs ; tu en connais l'effet …. De nouveau nous nous épuisâmes : nous passâmes la nuit dans ce charmant réduit.

Illyrine ou l'Écueil de l'inexpérience, tome 3 , pages 273-274.

(If anyone would like to translate, that would be great! My French sucks for that, but even Google translate gives you the vibe).

The description starts on page 270, with the description of the house, and then the garden and the portico and the inscription "Fuyez loin d'ici , profanes , si vous n'êtes purs et nuds comme moi" ("Flee far from here, profane people, if you are not pure and naked like me"), to which Hérault - obviously - suggests them to undress. And they did. (Sadly, she doesn't describe the encounter, except that it was amazing and that he served drinks and ice-cream after).

Suzanne says that they visited the cave more than once, sometimes with another couple (so, not just sex cave but also an orgy cave). Again, she doesn't go into details, but she makes it clear what kind of activities went there.

So... that's the story of this particular 18th century spot! :)

About Hérault's Mistresses in another post, because it will be long (as one might imagine).

[hotgirlpartybag]

inspired by another post, asked the AI to make a herbert west cocktail… so awesome i supoise

[Herbert West from "Re-Animator" is a mad scientist who uses a serum to bring the dead back to life. To create a cocktail inspired by him, we need to incorporate elements of his character and the movie.

Here's a recipe for a "Re-Animator" cocktail:

Ingredients:

1.5 oz vodka (or gin, for a twist)

1 oz melon liqueur

0.5 oz lime juice

0.5 oz blue curaçao

Dash of absinthe

Splash of tonic water

Lime wheel, for garnish

Instructions:

Fill a shaker with ice.

Add the vodka, melon liqueur, lime juice, and blue curaçao to the shaker.

Add a dash of absinthe to the shaker, and shake well.

Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice.

Top with a splash of tonic water.

Garnish with a lime wheel.

The "Re-Animator" cocktail is a bright green color, reminiscent of the serum that Herbert West used to bring the dead back to life. The melon liqueur adds a fruity sweetness, while the lime juice and tonic water add a refreshing tartness. The absinthe provides a hint of herbal complexity, and the blue curaçao adds a touch of blue to represent the lifeless corpses that Herbert West worked with. Enjoy this cocktail, but beware of any unexpected side effects!]

like the other post said, this is the only thing we should use Chat GPT for…

[psalacanthea]

The Dark Justiciar

A recipe for a Shadowheart-inspired wine cocktail that's a bit of a mish-mash between a sangria and a mulled wine, with optional coffee for an after-dinner pick me up.

Spiced Black Cherry Syrup Ingredients

1 16oz bag of frozen sweet dark cherries (can sub cherry juice)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

whole cloves

whole black peppercorns

salt

Cocktail Ingredients

Spiced Black Cherry Syrup (see above)

Red Wine (pinot noir or merlot are both good)

Strong Dark Coffee OR Coffee Liqueur (optional)

Fresh Cherries

Ice

Directions:

Begin making the syrup. On med-low heat on the stove, place a small pot.

Add cherries to pot, as well as 3-5 whole cloves and 5-6 black peppercorns

Add 1/4th cup sugar, and a pinch of salt

Cook down slowly, stirring occassionally, until you taste the syrup and it's as spiced as you want it.

Strain the syrup, let it cool, and then squeeze the remaining cherry pulp to get as much as you possibly can out of it.

Return the syrup to pot, taste for sweetness. It needs to be quite sweet and thick, to the level of pancake syrup. Add the rest of the sugar while cooking the strained syrup down slowly on medium-low heat until it's the right consistency.

Remove from heat, cool.

To serve immediately:

In a glass, add 1 tablespoon of the syrup, followed by a pour of your red wine- I do 8oz. If you LIKE the taste of coffee, add 1/2 oz strong black coffee or coffee liqueur. (it adds a lot of complexity and darkness that really brings out the spice and cherry)

Pit a half-dozen cherries, add to drink, slice one partway to adorn the glass, and drip along the inside of the rim with a little more of that syrup.

Ice. Yes. I said, add ice. In your wine glass, put ice. Ignore everyone who told you not to. Just do it.

To serve later:

In a pitcher, add 1 bottle red wine, 1/4th cup cherry syrup, and a couple dozen pitted cherries. Chill in the fridge for 24-48 hours before serving. Add coffee to individual tastes while serving.

To serve to your enemies:

Pit cherries, discard cherries, add pits to finished cocktail.

I couldn't get a good picture of my glass, but it's very pretty! It mostly just looks like a very dark glass of wine, but the cherry rim and syrup dripping adds some nice touches for your next post brainwashing relaxation!

[acocktailmoment]

The Last Word !

Ingredients:

Gin (22.5 ml / 0.75 ounce): The base spirit for the Last Word, gin contributes its botanical complexity, offering a canvas for the other ingredients to shine.

Maraschino Liqueur (22.5 ml / 0.75 ounce): Maraschino liqueur adds a subtle sweetness and depth to the cocktail, balancing the herbal and citrus elements.

Green Chartreuse (22.5 ml / 0.75 ounce): The herbal and complex flavors of Green Chartreuse are a defining element of the Last Word, providing a distinctive character to the cocktail.

Fresh Lime Juice (22.5 ml / 0.75 ounce): Freshly squeezed lime juice contributes the essential citrusy brightness that elevates the Last Word’s flavor profile.

Recipe:

Now, let’s embark on the step-by-step process of crafting the perfect Last Word Cocktail, focusing on precise measurements and straightforward techniques:

Step 1: Gather Your Tools and Ingredients:

Before you start mixing, ensure you have the necessary tools: a shaker, a jigger for precise measurements, and a fine strainer. Also, have your gin, Maraschino liqueur, Green Chartreuse, and fresh lime juice ready.

Step 2: Measure and Add Gin:

In a shaker, measure 22.5 ml (0.75 ounce) of your chosen gin. Pour the gin into the shaker, preparing the foundation for the Last Word’s complex flavor profile.

Step 3: Add Maraschino Liqueur:

Measure 22.5 ml (0.75 ounce) of Maraschino liqueur and add it to the shaker. Maraschino liqueur imparts a delicate sweetness and a hint of nuttiness to the cocktail.

Step 4: Introduce Green Chartreuse:

Measure 22.5 ml (0.75 ounce) of Green Chartreuse, the herbal powerhouse of the Last Word. Pour it into the shaker, allowing its unique flavors to mingle with the other ingredients.

Step 5: Squeeze Fresh Lime Juice:

Measure 22.5 ml (0.75 ounce) of fresh lime juice. The acidity of the lime juice provides a vibrant and citrusy balance to the Last Word. Add it to the shaker, completing the quartet of ingredients.

Step 6: Shake Vigorously with Ice:

Add ice to the shaker and shake the mixture vigorously for about 15-20 seconds. The goal is to achieve proper dilution and chilling, ensuring a well-balanced and refreshing cocktail.

Step 7: Fine Strain into a Chilled Glass:

Fine strain the shaken mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass. This step eliminates ice chips, resulting in a smooth and visually appealing Last Word Cocktail.

Step 8: Garnish (Optional):

Optionally, garnish the Last Word with a twist of lime peel. Express the oils from the twist by giving it a gentle twist over the surface of the cocktail, then drop it into the glass.

Step 9: Enjoy the Complexity !

Courtesy: Drinkies

This article was not sponsored or supported by a third-party. A Cocktail Moment is not affiliated with any individuals or companies depicted here. 

[trivialbob]

Today we saw the first snowflakes of the year. It wasn't enough to require windshield wipers, though I acknowledge Gaia's warning of "Look what's coming, dude."

After my two-hour mid-day nap of totally unconscious sleep I got to work. When the nap hangover wore off I went out and bought a bunch of firewood at a farm.

Back home I stacked that wood by my garage. Then I cleaned the garage and winterized Sheila's Suzuki and my pressure washer. My Yamaha waits. I think I can still squeeze in one more ride next week before I have to put it away until Spring.

After a productive day like this (and naps are an important ingredient of such a day) a dark, complex beer is a wonderful accessory for the evening.

This is Seventeen, Surly's 2023 anniversary beer. Sheila got me this can. It came in a little box like some of Surly's other limited beers.

Surly doesn't sell it in four packs. That's not a problem, because at 11% ABV you aren't going to sit around a campfire or watch a football game and drink several of these.

These anniversary beers never disappoint me. Seventeen is no exception.

Surly's description: Our 2023 anniversary beer blends a strong red ale and a wee heavy, aged in Tattersall Bitter Orange Liqueur barrels and 10-Year Henry McKenna Bourbon barrels, echoing The Boulevardier’s timeless flavor profile. Keep it a secret or share it with your fellow bar flies.

If you notice, that's a (bar) fly on the label.

I've said it before: I am a sucker for anything aged in bourbon barrels. Sell Kraft Singles or SpaghettiOs bourbon barrel aged versions, and I will buy them.

[the-witchy-sideblog]

Spiral Substance-Based Recipes

Alcoholic:

Root Beer/Fanta Float - mixed 1:1 ratio whipped vodka and root beer/fanta, scoop of ice cream

Gatorwine - mixed 1:1 ratio wine and Gatorade

Liquid Marijuana - spiced rum, coconut rum, melon liquor and blue curacao (opt. add in a splash of pineapple juice w/ sprite. Proportions vary)

Magic Potion - 0.5 oz Violet liqueur, 1.5 oz Gin, 1 oz lemon juice, 0.75 oz simple syrup, 0.5 oz ginger juice, and a few dashes of bitters, add a few pinches of edible glitter

White Coffee Dream - Whipped vodka, kahlua coffee liquore, and coconut rum

White Gilgamesh - 2/3 Beer (Ginnus is recommended), 1/3 Goat (or similar) milk, preferably warm

TV Static - Mikes Hard Cranberry Lemonade and Cucumber Lime Gatorade, proportions vary

Custer's Last Stand - Spherical ice, glass of bourbon, and an Uncrustable

Angel's Tears - glass of beer, 1 scoop vanilla ice cream, peanuts, sprinkles

Gasoline Flavored Oreos - 9oz Oreo flavored Coca Cola Zero Sugar, 3oz Kraken Black Spiced Rum

Marijuana:

Weed Tea* - [This] is an optional recipe, but you can also go the route of using old/broken carts. Heat the cart in a small container of boiling water (careful not to let it spill!) and pour it in with the tea (loose leaf or bagged) as the same time. Depending on cart type you may need to try removing the top so the melted liquid goes in

Pot Brownies: [Here] is a short and easy recipe for pot brownies using instant mix, but [This] is a more complex one with an addition link to a cannabis butter example

Cannabis Oil: [This] is a fairly easy canna oil recipe which can then be added into other recipes (cooking, baking, etc.)

*Tea made normally but with added marijuana leaves are not recommended as the binding effect of THC is not active and it will be extremely bitter due to high temperatures

Misc.:

Candy flipping: LSD & molly at the same time, proportions vary

Cross-fading: marijuana and alcohol at the same time, proportions vary

Blue Honey: [Here] and [Here] are two different articles about making blue honey! This is psilocybin mushroom infused honey which can then be used on its own, as a topping, or added into drinks

Mushroom Mayhem: [Here] is a list of information about cooking with shrooms, how to do it safely, and potential recipes you can make