Country: Spain 

ABV:  85.4 Proof/42.7% 

Brand: Gin Mare 

Spirits Type: Gin 

Taste: Olive, herbs gentle citrus 

Price Category: $ 

Country: Italy 

ABV: 46 proof/23% 

Brand: Montenegro S.R.L 

Spirits Type: Amaro, Aperitif & Vermouth 

Taste: A balance of bittersweet herbs, vanilla, and citrus 

Price Category: $$ 

Characterized as a bitter liqueur, it is a blend of sweet and bitter oranges, 40 different herbs, an no added sweeteners.  The result is a mildly bittersweet liqueur with lightly vegetal and warming spice notes.   

Country: United States 

ABV:  54 proof/27% 

Brand: DeKuyper 

Spirits Type: Liqueurs/Cordials/Schnapps 

Taste: Candy sweet chocolate 

Price Category: $ 

A sweet liqueur made by redistilling alcohol with pure cacao.  This liqueur tastes lightly of chocolate and slight vanilla notes.  

5-6% acidity 

Less acidic than lime juice, lemon juice will add enough acidity to brighten flavors without overpowering when balanced with sweetness.   Usually our preference when needing acid to emulsify with egg white,  aquafaba or cream. 

Whey is a sustainable, zero-waste cocktail ingredient that acts as a powerful emulsifier. By substituting egg whites or aquafaba, whey binds ingredients together and creates a luxurious, silky head of foam without any egg aroma. It adds a refreshing, bright, and lactic tang to shaken drinks. 

Roasted garlic is characterized by a mellow, sweet, and nutty flavor profile. Unlike raw garlic, which is sharp and pungent, roasting breaks down harsh sulfur compounds. This process yields a deep, savory richness with a soft, creamy texture which adds a bit of silkiness to a cocktail when muddled and shaken.

Fresh oregano is a bold, assertive herb with a warm, peppery bite and slightly earthy, herbaceous finish. While closely related to both mint and marjoram, it is sharper and more pungent, offering complex floral, pine, and grassy notes that provide a dramatic impact in your favorite cocktails. 

Sundried tomato oil delivers a rich, savory profile that blends the deep umami and sweetness of concentrated tomatoes with the silky, fruity notes of quality olive oil. It provides a concentrated Mediterranean flavor. 

41% Brix 

Easy to make at home, hot honey syrup is a great way to add the flavor of heat that is already balanced by a floral sweetness. 

4 oz (120 mL/113.5 g) Honey 

4 oz (120 mL/113.5 g) Water 

1 Tbs (3 g) Red Pepper Flakes 

Pinch Salt 

In a saucepan, combine Honey, Water, Red Pepper Flakes and Salt.  Place on medium low heat and stir to combine.  Allow to come to a slight boil and reduce heat to low.  Cover and simmer on low for 20-30 minutes.  Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.  Fine strain into a syrup container.  Store in a cool, dark place.

Parmesan (specifically authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano) offers a bold, complex flavor profile defined by a sharp, savory umami base balanced with rich nuttiness and a sweet, fruity finish.