Infused liqueurs are the hot new ingredients for cocktails. With more than 30 infusions plus dozens of drinks to use them in, Infused combines spirits like vodka and rum with fruits, flowers, herbs, and spices to create superior liqueurs. Take the Gibson and give it a kick with Onion Vodka. Cool down with Watermelon Martinis on warm summer days, or get the heat going with Hot Mint Chocolate spiked with Mind Vodka, a perfect antidote to cold winter...
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HistoryI ordered this for myself and loved the recipes so much I bought 2 more for gifts. Great Book!
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This book is lovely to look at, as others have said. I, too, was disappointed in the too-few recipes for infusions. As well, the first one I tried (Apple Liqueur) seems to have an error in it. It calls for 10 whole apples (I used Granny Smith, as was suggested), to be cut into wedges and put into a 2-quart glass container - with 750 ml of vodka pour over top. I barely fit 5 apples into 2 quarts. It's not a big thing, I...
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As there are only 23 recipies for creating infused liquors and sprits the rest is a regualr cocktail book which was a bit disapointing but would work if you do not own any other cocktail books
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Easy to follow and inspiring, Infused: 100+ is a great addition to any thirsty cook's collection. Not only are there recipes for some pretty exotic liqueurs (pumpkin, lavender, and green tea infusions, for example), but the book includes cocktail recipes that use those concoctions. The Jade Blossom Martini proved a big hit at one dinner party I hosted. The Basil Martini was a refreshing surprise. Susan Elia MacNeal presents...
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I picked up this book on a recent trip to Powell's Books in Portland, Oregon. I've made liqueurs in the past and this book rekindled my interest in this culinary hobby. One aspect that I especially like about this book is that most all of the infustion recipes can are adaptable to making infused spirits (sans sugar syrup) or liqueurs (sweet libations). Many of the recipes have variations. For instance, the Elderflower Liqueur...
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