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“Shaken, not stirred” recipes
In honor of the release of James Bond - Quantum of Solace, in theaters on Nov. 14, Stirrings has investigated the history of Bond’s “shaken, not stirred” preference for martinis, and has uncovered the logic behind the iconic phrase. The company has also created several modern day 007 recipes that you can mix up at home to celebrate the legendary character’s return to the big screen.
When to shake, when to stir courtesy of Stirrings: “While Stirrings recommends shaking most cocktails, there are some occasions that call for a stirred drink. The rules are as follows: shake opaque drinks, those made with fruit juices, milk, and/or cream. Stir clear drinks, such as a gin martini. Shaking the drink will “bruise” the gin, taking away from the drink’s smoothness. However, it is okay to shake a vodka martini - vodka will benefit from the chill of the ice and will taste better colder and with the flavors blended.”
Quantum Pear Martini: 2 parts Stirrings Pear Martini, 1 1/2 parts Hennessy, Dash of Stirrings Blood Orange Bitters. Instructions: Rim martini glass with Stirrings Pear Martini Rimmer. Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker half-filled with ice. Shake and strain into rimmed glass. Garnish with a slice of pear.
Organic Dark & Stormy: 2 parts Stirrings Organic Classic Ginger Mixer, 1 part black strap rum (Gosling’s rum recommended). Instructions: In a cocktail shaker, combine Organic Classic Ginger Mixer with rum and plenty of ice. Cover and shake vigorously. Strain into a Collins glass and garnish with a lime wedge.
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By Jackie
December 9, 2008 9:43 AM | Link to this
Kilo Spiced Appletini 1 ½ oz Kilo Kai Spiced Rum 1 oz Sour Apple Schnapps 1 oz Cranberry Juice Directions: mix in a shaker with ice, serve straight up in a martini glass.