Chocolate ‘n’ Coffee Baked Potato – Sweeeeet!

Sounds so wrong, but so right at the same time. I haven’t tried this……yet, as I just got the info.  I just came across a newsletter from Vibrant Rioja.  I couldn’t remember signing up for this, but then, it was to do with alcohol, so who knows.  Anyway, the point is, there was this sick recipe for chocolate potato, and it goes a little something like this…………... [Read more]

Smoky Chipotle Chicken

INGREDIENTS (Serves 4) 1 teaspoon olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 onion, grated 1/2 cup bourbon 1/4 cup cider vinegar 2 cups ketchup 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced 1 teaspoon adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers 1/4 cup brown sugar 4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 tablespoons grill seasoning,... [Read more]

Sam Adams Utopias

I first tried Sam Adams Utopias back in November 08. The Draft Barn sold it for $400 per bottle or $20 per 30ml shot. I wish I had known back then, just how many measures I would have bought, maybe then I would have invested in a bottle, instead of per shot!! As you can tell, I think it is well worth the $20. It has a taste of a Sherry, Cognac and the faint after taste of a malt beer. 10 out of... [Read more]

How to make Whiskey Tea

Many years ago, when I had just started working on board cruise ships, my Filipino Manager at the time, would order from the bar, a ‘Chivas and milk’.  I put this strange mix down to being from another part of the world and figured what the hell!  I gave it a go…..no bad…….but not great.  Strangely enough, the taste of the whiskey was not totally lost; it just meant... [Read more]

Steak & Ale Pie Recipe

Here is one of my recipes for steak and ale pie, I am yet to perfect it, but the basics are there. Feel free to add your own spin on this and let us know about it in the comments below. Enjoy. INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 pounds cubed beef stew meat 1 onion, diced 1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer (Guiness or Newcastle Brown Ale is good) 1 cup of water (or just add another cup of beer) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2... [Read more]

How Do You Brew Home Made Beer?

Home brewing is an art. With thousands of ‘Home Brew Kit’s’ and books on the subject, finding one that suits you, is art in itself. Home beer brewing is a rewarding experience that you can personally enjoy as well as share with family and friends. Producing homemade beer allows you the luxury of putting a truly personal touch on the beer you drink, and share with others. Below... [Read more]

Beer Margaritas

I have been assured that Beer Margaritas are pretty amazing.  So I will be testing this recipe out on the Mrs, real soon!    If anyone has a unique food or drinks recipe, that has some form of alcohol as an ingredient, don’t be shy, pass it along.  Send it in. INGREDIENTS (Makes 4) 2/3 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate 1 cup tequila 1 cup water 1 cup beer Ice 4 Slices of lime INSTRUCTIONS Pour... [Read more]

How To Make Beer Battered Fish

This is an awesome recipe for making the best beer batter.   Try dipping your fish, pizza, or even a milkyway bar! (I think I spent too much time at the Chipshop in Park Slope) 3 eggs 1 cup beer 1 1/2 cups milk 4 cups pastry flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 2 tablespoons cornstarch salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1 1/2 pounds fish fillets... [Read more]