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Top 10 Mixed Drinks

August 18, 2008

Finding out the top 10 mixed drinks is a tough proposition. For one thing, what alcoholic beverage is favored depends a lot on where you are in the world. Whether it’s the U.S, Europe or on a tropical island, mixed drink preferences can change dramatically.

Here’s our pick for the top 10 mixed drinks in the world based on popularity of search engine results. We’ve also included some tasty & popular mixed drink recipes to try them and judge for yourself which one you think is the best…

1. Margaritas

This is the classic beach drink. Can you picture yourself sipping on a frozen margarita watching the waves slowly roll into the beach?

Frozen margaritas are made using crushed ice and mixing it into an electric blender.

Ingredients:

2 oz. Tequila
1 oz. Triple Sec
2 oz. fresh lime juice
1 cup of ice cubes
* A couple lime wedges

Use the lime wedges to rub on the rim of the chilled margarita glass.

2. Martini

Super spy James Bond 007, enjoys his martini’s with vodka and shaken not stirred. This is a timeless classic that really packs a punch.
Substituting vodka for gin is now common, and is called a vodka martini. They are often served with an olive or lemon peel.

Ingredients:
3 oz. gin (or vodka)
1 oz. dry or sweet vermouth

Prepared by stirring or shaken in a tumbler and served in a chilled martini glass.

3. Sex on the Beach

Sex on the Beach combines vodka, orange juice or pineapple juice with cranberry and peach schnapps to create a Sex on the Beach shooter.

Add a couple ice cubes to a highball glass, mix in the ingredients below, stir and strain into a shot glass to serve.

Ingredients:
3 oz. orange juice or pineapple juice
3 oz. cranberry juice
1 oz. peach schnapps
1 oz. vodka

4. Pina Colada

“If you like Pina Colada’s, and getting caught in the rain…” This is an old school favorite at many a tropical hangout.

Blend ingrdients in an electric blender with two cups of crushed ice. Strain into a glass.

Ingredients:
3 oz. light rum
3 tbsp. coconut cream
3 tbsp. crushed pineapples

5. Tequila Sunrise

1 oz grenadine
2 oz tequila
4 oz orange juice

Build the drink over ice in a highball glass. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve with straw.

6. Alabama Slammer

This one’s been a college favorite for years. You can be sure that the slammer is often a drink that gets things cooking.

Ingredients:
1/2 oz Southern Comfort® peach liqueur
1/2 oz amaretto almond liqueur
1/2 oz sloe gin
1 splash orange juice
1 splash sweet and sour mix

Mix in a shaker with ice and shake until freezing. strain and serve in an old fashioned glass.

7. Manhattan

First served in the 1800′s in New Yorks Manhattan Club this drink is known for it’s simplicity.

Ingredients:
2 oz. rye or bourbon whiskey
1/2 oz. sweet vermouth
1 dash of Angostura bitters

Stir the ingredients together with ice and strain into a cocktail glass.

8. Orgasm

The girls like ordering this one…And I like ordering it for them :)

Ingredients:
1 oz. irish cream
1 oz. Cointreau liqueur
1 oz. heavy cream

Put all of the ingredients into a metal shaker filled with ice and shake. Then strain into a coktail glass.

9. Kamikaze

The name of this drink means, “divine wind,” in Japanese. It can be drank in severla different ways including in a shot, on the rocks or straight up in a glass.

Ingredients:
1 oz. Vodka
1 oz. Triple Sec
1 oz. Lime Juice
1 wedge Lime

To mix the Kamikaze try shaking the ingredients together in a metal shaker filled with ice. Then strain into your cocktail glass.

10. Mojito

This one’s a great summertime drink with a Spanish twist and did I mention it’s minty?

Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz light rum
3 mint sprigs
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp sugar
club soda

Making the Mojito, consists of taking a tall glass and coating the inside with crushed mint. Then add sugar and lime juice and stir it up well. Put in some ice along with the rum and mix. Add some club soda to top it off and you’re ready to drink.

Would you like to learn more about the best drink recipe’s you can make from home? Here’s the best recipe books listed in order.

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Best Grilling Tips

August 9, 2008

Here’s some of the best grilling tips you can use to start practicing at becoming an expert griller in your own back yard. Grilling, also known as barbecuing has been an American tradition for as long as I can remember. As you use these grilling tips you’ll find yourself using your bbq more often, and trying it out on new foods.

Don’t be afraid to try new things when grilling food, you’ll find that many of your favorite foods go really well with the bbq. Some of the most popular foods like chicken, steak and ribs are excellent choices for first time griller’s.

As you experiment more you’ll eventually want to try throwing on vegetables like corn, mushrooms, onions and a whole lot more.

Choosing your food to bbq:

Barbecuing opens a whole new world of choices. The type of foods you barbecue and serve to guests should primarily depend on the people you’ve invited. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, the Super Bowl, or a holiday, the crowd and the event should determine what you serve. Keep in mind that with grilling there’s such a wide variety of possibilities, that you will have no problem finding something for every occasion.

Using proper planning when grilling:

When you first start barbecuing it’s important to know that preparation is key. While this may seem obvious a potential problem to watch out for when barbecuing is bad weather. With a small amount of planning ahead you can make sure to avoid the days when grilling is just not possible. You want your day out around the bbq to be as enjoyable as possible, so check your local news channel or the weather channel for the latest forecast in advance.

BBQ meat preparation:

Preparing your meat by marinading it is the best way to ensure it’s full of flavor and you get the best performance out of your grill. You can get started by thawing your meat, making your marinade and marinading the meat you’ll be cooking.

Once you’ve prepared the meat and have it soaking up the marinate, you can begin thinking about different side dishes you can offer. The old fashion tradition American barbecue includes baked beans, potatoes, potato salad, coleslaw or corn on the cob.

If you’re cooking beef or pork, here’s a popular marinade for steak or ribs that’s sure to please:

Just mix the following ingredients together in a pot for five minutes on a low heat to help mix the flavors together:

* 1 Small Onion (Minced)
* 4 tbsp Olive Oil
* 5 tbsp Soy Sauce
* 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
* 2 tbsp Vinegar
* 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
* 1-2 tsp Liquid Smoke

Then let the steak marinade cool and add your meat and the marinade in to a freezer bag. Then put the mix and meat in your refrigerator for a minimum of three hours making sure to turn the meat occasionally.

BBQ grill preparation:

When it comes to your grill there’s a few things you’ll want to do. Thoroughly cleaning the grill surface with a wire brush is a must. You should get in the habit of routinely brushing your barbeque grill to prevent any type of residue buildup.

Leaving bbq buildup on your grill without removing it later can result in an increasingly difficult situation later. Once you have cleaned the surfaces of your grill, you’ll want to focus on the racks. The grill racks is the spot where the food is placed when cooking.

Take your wire brush and remove as much buildup as you can. Remember to remove your racks and wash them with soap and water after each use. Then throughly was all of the soap residue off, dry and replace them on your grill before cooking again. This cleaning procedure should be done every time you cook on your barbecue grill.

Here’s some of the household cleaning tools you’ll need for cleaning your bbq grill:

* Mild dish soap
* Wire grill brush
* Steel abrasive pads
* Sponge or dishcloth
* Spray cooking oil
* Aluminum foil

The majority of problems you might encounter with your barbecue grills is a result of the lack of proper cleaning and maintenance techniques.

Another consideration is to make sure your barbecue grill is protected from the outdoor elements. If you have a grill cover, put it on when not in use. Covering your grill will help it last longer. You can find covers for grills of all different shapes and sizes at your local Target or Walmart.

Grilling safety tips:

* If your gas grill is in use, never leave it unattended
* Once lit and hot never move your grill
* Keep children and animals away from the grill
* Read your grills owners manual before grilling
* Keep a fire extinguisher nearby
* Check all of the parts of the grill to make sure they are not loose
* never grill in an enclosed space such as a trailer, inside a house or in a garage
* make sure sparks or flame cannot reach nearby trees, umbrellas, awnings or bushes
* When using charcoal lighter fluid, keep the cap on tightly
* Don’t wear clothing that could come in contact with the grill
* Keep an eye on food to reduce flare-ups
* Keep your grill on a fire resistant surface such as concrete or brick. Avoid grass
* keep fire resistant mittens or hot pads nearby
* Sanitize your hands after handling raw foods. Watch out for food salmonella poisoning
* Use long handled grill utensils
* Keep your food cool in the refrigerator prior to cooking to avoid spoiling

Now that you’ve read out picks for the best grilling tips your ready to plan your own party barbecue. Just think you’ll soon be enjoying a cool drink with friends and making one of your own favorite grilled foods for friends and family.

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