"California Summer | Crafted Pour"

"Now that fire season seems to be the new norm in the golden state, I got to thinking what a smoky California should taste like. I've always been looking for something to do with St. Georges amazing, but difficult to pair gin that tastes like a walk through Muir Woods. If you're a fan of smoky drinks, this one combines the flavor of Northern California's redwoods with southern California's orange groves... all gloriously ablaze. This cocktail is actually better than it deserves to be.", "undefined", "California Summer",

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California Summer By , May 8, 2009 Now that fire season seems to be the new norm in the golden state, I got to thinking what a smoky California should taste like.  I've always been looking for something to do with St. Georges amazing, but difficult to pair gin that tastes like a walk through Muir Woods.  If you're a fan of smoky drinks, this one combines the flavor of Northern California's redwoods with southern California's orange groves... all gloriously ablaze.  This cocktail is actually better than it deserves to be. Now that fire season seems to be the new norm in the golden state, I got to thinking what a smoky California should taste like. I've always been looking for something to do with St. Georges amazing, but difficult to pair gin that tastes like a walk through Muir Woods. If you're a fan of smoky drinks, this one combines the flavor of Northern California's redwoods with southern California's orange groves... all gloriously ablaze. This cocktail is actually better than it deserves to be. Ingredients: - St. George's Terroir Gin - Combier Instructions: Combine ingredients in a mixing glass and stir to chill. Strain into a coupe. Toast a healthy slice of orange peel over a match for a few seconds before adding peel as a garnish. * Flaming Tincture: Get a handful (~1/4 cup) of thai birdseye chilies. Chop into 1/4" pieces and combine with 1/4 Cup of vodka. Cover, and soak for 24 hours. Strain into a dropper bottle. Adds considerable heat to a drink without imparting much flavor. St. George's Terroir Gin,Combier,Laphroaig 10-year Scotch,Angostura Bitters,Flaming Tincture,All Recipes