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It’s finally spring this week! Although you wouldn’t know it with the weather. Ugh. So, I thought I’d mix up a cocktail that both hints at warmer temps to come, but is still cozy and makes a nice hand warmer. #TruviaPartner⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ I’ve always loved the smell of roses; they just bring me to blue and sunny skies. And did you know they are edible? And that if you make a spiced compound butter with them they are delicious in a Hot Buttered Rum? I teamed up with @Truvia to sweeten your drink with less sugar and make this indulgent seeming drink just a little less indulgent.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ AND, because you all know I love a DIY project, I’m also teaching you how to make these pretty crystalized rose petals garnishes too! Full recipe through the link in the profile! http://stirandstrain.com/2019/03/19/rose-and-spice-hot-buttered-rum/⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #stirandstrain #cocktails #happyhour #acolorstory #flashesofdelight #feedfeed #cheers #drinks #drinkstagram #foodtographyschool #ABMlifeiscolorful #homebartending #thekitchn #hotbutteredrum #huffposttaste #bombesquad #calledtobecreative #livecolorfully #f52grams #LiqPic #cocktailtime #imbibegram #instacocktail #craftcocktail #ABMhappyhour #ttcocktails #ggcocktailhour⁣ (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/BvNPmFjgZdI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zpg32j8gtknr

TGIF(ernet)!!!⠀ ⠀ Looking for an aperitif to start your evening off? (Yes!)⠀ ⠀ Check out these Amaro Highballs featuring our refreshing Fernet Highball with @fernetbranca because a good cocktail doesn't have to be complicated to be tasty.⠀ ⠀ #stirandstrain #cocktails #fernet #happyhour #homebartending (at Los Angeles, California)

Time is almost up to get your hands on our curated cocktail box from @americanjuiceco ⠀ ⠀ If you want to try our Clean Slate Cocktail... you gotta sign up (we've linked it right in our profile!). Besides a few tasty cocktails, we're also including a rad cocktail stirrer from @californialustre in the box too!⠀ ⠀ Once you get your box, tag us in your photos so we can check out your drinks! #stirandstraindrinks ⠀ ⠀ #stirandstrain #cocktails #homebartending #pisco (at Los Angeles, California)

It’s citrus season! Time to start using your peels to make bitters! If you’re into the DIY projects then check out our easy recipe for the classic Meyer Lemon Bitters. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ll stick it up in stories and you all can answer my poll of what is the best citrus bitters! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #stirandstrain #diy #bitters #cocktails #homebartending

Please stop making me spell things on boards...⠀ ⠀ Did you catch the latest Monday Booze News yesterday? There's a list of what cocktail trends should go, and what should stay, among other things.⠀ ⠀ Your thoughts on these letter boards? They look fun, but boy oh boy are they a pain in the butt to grab all those letters.⠀ ⠀ #boozenews #stirandstrain (at Los Angeles, California)

I may have over done it with the peppermint candies this yeah (I know?! Is that even a thing?). I have a giant bag staring up at me questioning my hurried snack choices. 🍬 Instead of breaking them up into chocolate bark, I thought I’d whip them up into this fun, whimsical spin on the Stinger Cocktail you can enjoy for your #NYE celebrations! 🎉 YUM. #ad⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Let’s shake off 2017 and welcome 2018 with this bubbly, fun cocktail shall we? I know I could use a little fun after THIS year... And guess what? ALL the ingredients you can grab at your local @RalphsGrocery so you’ll definitely want to stock up before Sunday night! My local Ralphs has an extensive selection of sparkling wine AND booze (and also candy. So. Much. Candy.).⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I used a cotton candy maker to make my garnish but you could easily swap that out with the creme de menthe (but I highly recommend a cotton candy maker. You should make that a 2018 YEAR OF THE FUN goal). You can also use pre-made cotton candy too!⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The Stinger Royale 🥂⠀ 2 oz brandy⠀ 1 oz white creme de menthe (peppermint liqueur) OR 3” section of peppermint cotton candy⠀ 2-3 oz sparkling wine, chilled⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In a mixing glass 2/3 filled with ice, pour in brandy and creme de menthe (if using cotton candy, leave out creme de menth). Stir to chill 20 seconds and strain into a champagne flute. Top with sparkling wine. Stir gently to combine. Garnish glass with cotton candy if using (you’ll get a hit of peppermint with each sip!). Cheers!⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #LoveMyRalphs #stirandstrain #stirandstraindrinks (at Ralphs)

It’s finally getting chilly here in SoCal and @anchorspirits has saved me just in time with this winter-warmer kit! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’m kicking up my feet tonight in front of the fire and channeling an English manor house with a warm tipple mixed with @thekingsginger. These charming cups from @falconenamel are keeping my hands warm, and peeking over there in the corner is a blanket from @thefuturekept to snuggle with. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Now I just need a Corgi to jump up in my lap and I’ll be set. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Looking for a warming winter cocktail? Try this: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From Elliot Clark (@shhmelliot) at @trickdogbar ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1 oz The King’s Ginger 1 oz No. 3 Gin .75 amontillado sherry .5 oz Sencha-cinnamon syrup (see below) .25 fresh lemon juice 3 dashes Angostura 4 oz hot water ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Warm all and top with hot water. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a thin disc of fresh ginger ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Sencha-cinnamon syrup: Use 25 grams of sencha green tea, and combine with 8 oz of hot (not quite boiling) water. Let steep for 1 minute, then strain. Take strained green tea and combine in small saucepan with 1 cup of cane sugar (substitute brown sugar for a darker, richer flavor). Heat over low heat until sugar is completely dissolved, remove from heat and add 75 grams cinnamon sticks (about 4-5 sticks 2” in length). Let sit for 30 minutes, 45 for a more intense cinnamon flavor, stirring occasionally. Pull out cinnamon sticks. Syrup is ready to use! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #partner #stirandstrain #boozemail (at Los Angeles, California)

Bye bye weekend. 🥃 (👆 Fruitcake Cocktail with @exoticotequila Link in the profile!) #partner #stirandstrain