With its vibrant red hue, the Paper Plane cocktail, created in 2008 by New York bartender Sam Ross, is perfect for the holidays. Shake equal parts bourbon, orange bitter liqueur, amaro and lemon juice with ice for a bold, balanced classic to get the party started!
Рубрика: New Year’s Eve
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Herbaceous Vermouth Punch
A cocktail served in a pitcher is perfect for hosting a large crowd. A syrup made with honey, apples, lemon and thyme, combined with cider vermouth for an herbal note, creates a lovely flavour blend. Once in the pitcher, top it with sparkling wine. A refined touch for this festive punch that stands out from the rest.
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Grapefruit Amaretto Sour
The amaretto sour takes a surprising turn in this grapefruit version. This timeless cocktail, made with almond liqueur, grapefruit juice and lemon, is served ice-cold, bringing a refreshing touch to any party. The glass rim is adorned with sugar, zest and a thin grapefruit wedge for a simple yet stylish presentation.
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Elderflower and Pepper Gin and Tonic
This cocktail was named after its creator, Sébastien Beaudoin, Manager of Food Product and Accessory Development, as well as Restaurant Consultant at Café RICARDO. The basic ingredients of a gin and tonic are enhanced with elderflower liqueur and a dash of pepper, making it the undeniable star of your holiday celebrations.
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Salmon Gravlax with Cocktail Dressing
This salmon gravlax recipe is a nod to shrimp cocktail, and can easily be made ahead of time. Coat the fish with a mix of salt and sugar flavoured with lemon and pink peppercorns, which provide it with just the right amount of personality. Serve it with a cocktail sauce-inspired dressing, featuring horseradish and ketchup to make it both sweet and slightly spicy. It’s a fancy yet casual option, best served with plain potato chips.
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Honey and Apple-Glazed Turkey Meatballs
Nestled between being a classic and a brand-new dish, these ground turkey meatballs hold up well, making them perfect as an appetizer or to serve at a potluck. They’re soft and elevated thanks to the slightly sweet glaze made from apple juice. An apple and green onion garnish adds a thoughtful, elegant touch to these festive meatballs.
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Clementine and Cinnamon Whisky
Prepare this flavoured whisky at least 24 hours ahead of time so it can absorb the flavours of the clementine and cinnamon. It’s best enjoyed when sipped slowly from a small glass while catching up with family and friends.
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Hot Crab Dip
While waiting for dinner to start, serve your guests this warm dip. Prepare it using either crab or shrimp, and then combine it with a creamy white sauce and cheddar cheese. Bake it in the oven until hot, and serve it with crackers and a glass of white wine.
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Jalapeño Popper Turnovers
jalapeño poppers are a Tex-Mex dish consisting of hot peppers stuffed with cheese. In collaboration with Philadelphia, we took this idea and instead placed cream cheese and cheddar on phyllo dough and made triangular bites. Chopped jalapeños are included for added heat. These hors d’oeuvres are sure to spice up any party.
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Pineapple Frappé
This is the cocktail that Ricardo likes to make when he travels to Florida. Basil leaves, sugarcane syrup, chili pepper, rum and pineapple juice: That’s all the ingredients needed to feel like you’re in the South.