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alison kosakowski
Citizen
Username: Alikoz
Post Number: 20
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Monday, July 14, 2003 - 3:44 pm: |     |
I am doing some research about the LIQUEUR category and need some SOMA help. What do you think when you hear the word LIQUEUR. Do you drink it? If so, when? Do you like it? What does it remind you of? How does it taste? What flavors does it come in. What types of people like it? What other sorts of foods do you associate with LIQUEUR. |
Hank Zona
Citizen
Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 651
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Monday, July 14, 2003 - 4:34 pm: | |
liqueur...cordials. Drink it rarely, but the category ranges widely from gross peppermint schnapps to Grand Marnier. It reminds me of holidays in my youth where an array of cordials were often lined up to go along with dessert or after dinner sipping. Some of those same bottles are still in my mother's house undoubtedly.
The flavors range widely (fruits to nuts to herbs and so on)...often very sweet, but the better liqueurs are balanced in their taste with the sweetness. Today, I think liqueurs are used mostly in specialty drinks (Cointreau in cosmos for example) rather than sipped alone (with some exceptions) or used in baking/cooking (like in my cornmeal anise biscotti). Coffee seems to be what cordials/liqueurs are often mixed with (Tia Maria, Kahlua, Sambuca-Marie Brizard-Ouzo-anisette, etc.).
Some are truly silly and senseless..like Midori. Who needs a melon flavored cordial after all...for a Midori sour or a melon colada? Some might consider Jaegermeister a liqueur/cordial...if so, its transcended the old fashioned label and made quite alot of money for its distributor. Ive rarely seen anyone drink it outside of doing shots of it. But today, Im most inclined, and so are others, to have a dessert wine or fortified wine (port, for example, in its various forms) after a meal, than a cordial. Theres my quick synopsis. |
mem
Citizen
Username: Mem
Post Number: 1799
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, July 14, 2003 - 5:06 pm: | |
Hank,
Your mom's address please? |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1586
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Monday, July 14, 2003 - 5:41 pm: | |
Well done Hank... I'll just add three of my favorite mixed drinks that use liqueur...cordials. A Black Russian, a Rusty Nail, and a Stinger.
Also a sip of B&B after dinner adds a very special touch to the evening.
Hey guys, lets have a party! |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1035
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, July 14, 2003 - 8:12 pm: | |
Aphrodite (or was it Diana???) used to throw simply mahhhvelous annual cordial parties to celebrate the summer solstice, featuring all the liqueurs from a different continent each year. (My personal fave was always Creme de Menthe over shaved ice... so peppy!) The custom, like all good things then & now, had to end, of course. It was all because of that silly continental drift. Remember that first year when all the continents bumped into each other to form Pangeia? Remember?
Well, of course, that was the year when our hostess (I remember now -- it was that heffer Diana. What a shikker! She could drink us all under the table.), not wishing to offend any one continent, simply offered up all the types of booze they had ever made in Atlantis. She got her reputation as a bad drunk that night, and it's stuck with her to this day. Clearly, she wasn't the only misbehaving partier, but enough about that...
Anyhow, my vote these days goes to multi-liqueur combo libations, like Long Island Iced Tea. Much more complex and sophisticated dontcha know.
--The Oracle of MOL
BTW: Don't drink and drive. Remember Icarus.
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Hank Zona
Citizen
Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 652
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 15, 2003 - 8:18 pm: | |
Oracle,
The original LI Iced Tea recipe only calls for a half shot of triple sec (the only "liqueur" in the mix) and half shots of all the clear liquor on the speed rack (with sour mix and a splash of Coke for color)...Ive seen another recipe that replaces the triple sec with peach schnapps (triple sec in and of itself is pretty gross)..so Iced Teas are technically more liquor than liqueur. Oh and by the way, Silenus, the god of drunkeness and wise counselor to Dionysus..thats who you want at your next party.
Art...I used to like a sip of B&B every now and then too (that is Benedictine & Brandy, not Bed & Breakfast for those thinking that Art is stirring the pot). I would guess with some of your favorite cocktails you mention, you have plenty of Kahlua, Drambuie and white creme de menthe on hand.
And Mem..you cleaned me out...leave my mom's stash alone.
Cheers! |
ffof
Citizen
Username: Ffof
Post Number: 1289
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 15, 2003 - 10:29 pm: | |
When I think of licquer, I think of drinking too much Fra Angelico on Super Bowl Sunday in 1985 in Chicago rooting for the Bears and laughing my head off until it spun off. Never again could I even smell that stuff.
THe other thing I think of when I hear "licquer" is tiny airplane bottles.
And then like Soda said, Creme de Menthe. |
ffof
Citizen
Username: Ffof
Post Number: 1290
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 15, 2003 - 10:32 pm: | |
oh, and Sambuca with a little coffee bean at the bottom. reminds me of the 80's and going out to dinner with my parents. Finish the evening with a little Sambuca.
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ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1587
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 15, 2003 - 10:55 pm: | |
...you're right on Hank.
BTW, I have a motion on the table for my invitation to a liqueur...cordials sipping party at my home.
But first, is it alright to amend my motion to allow everyone to bring their own favorite liqueur, and I’ll supply the designated driver?
Wait a minute... can I amend my amendment to the Party Budget Resolution Number 106-03 one more time by allowing Mem to bring wine if she likes?
Is anyone willing to second my motion?  |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1037
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 12:25 pm: | |
Hank-- Those two actually made it to every one of the yearly cordial bashes, but, if memory serves, always arrived late and and left early. Wusses...
...But I must give credit where it's due: It was Dionysus who introduced me to the wonderful drinking game named "Who Left?", which, as I'm sure you know, is customarily played with Slivovitz. To my regret, though, I allowed Soda to join in one time this past January, following one of my usual Thursday "Texas Hold-Em" poker nights. Sad to say, I think the dear boy just lost too many brain cells that evening. He was never quite the same afterwards, and you know the rest: His brandy-addled performance just wasn't up to the high standards we set here at the cave, and I was forced to let him go. You're right about the recipe for L.I.I.T., though...MMMM, lethal!
Fickle Finger-- Just to remind you: I'm posting for myself these days, using Soda's username simply as a formality. Dave knows.
--The Oracle of MOL
BTW: If anyone's interested, he (Soda) does still keep in touch, by way of (poorly written) death threats and smashed cartons of rotten eggs, which arrive at the mouth of the cave every so often. He thinks I don't see him leaving 'em, but I do...
What a loser! |
ffof
Citizen
Username: Ffof
Post Number: 1292
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 1:37 pm: | |
My mistake oh grand Oracle of MOL. Someone's been stealing my eggs, I think I know now who the culprit is. |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1038
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 3:40 pm: | |
Fickle-- The best countermeasure I know for Ritual Egg Theft is to install a high-quality henway near the entrance to your ovo-storage area, along with a laser-driven movement detector and silent alarm.
Gets 'em every time.
You're welcome.
--The Oracle of MOL
BTW: In recent weeks, Soda has escalated his attacks, moving from standard white Grade A Large to the big brown Grade AA Double-Yolkers... Ring any bells with you or your neighbors? |
ffof
Citizen
Username: Ffof
Post Number: 1294
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 3:53 pm: | |
You are so on the money! I've switched to those big brown ones and my blood is boiling just thinking about that skulking little soda person stealing these beauties.
Now...what's a henway?!!
oh, 5 or 6 pounds! |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1590
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 4:08 pm: | |
Hank... I don't want egg on my face, but can you please tell what these other two are talking about? |
Hank Zona
Citizen
Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 654
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 4:42 pm: | |
Art,
Knowing neither poster, I cant vouch for either, (I cant even vouch for the few I do know) but I will guess its message board banter/playing on words/thread drift irrelevant to the main theme and the others participating in the thread, but hey, Ive been wrong before. The only drink I know that calls for egg is a boxcar, which uses egg whites, which once again, sounds pretty repulsive to me, especially when combined with gin and triple sec (back to out liqueur theme) and sour mix and grenadine. |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1039
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 5:28 pm: | |
Unlike Continental Drift, Thread Drift is a state of mind. Apologies to Alison K.
--The Oracle of MOL
BTW, Art: Why so hard-boiled? Shirrly even you can understand that I'm just yolking. |
ffof
Citizen
Username: Ffof
Post Number: 1295
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 8:08 pm: | |
I liken these threads to cocktail conversation - so, with licquer in hand (or mouth) I tend to free associate.
Now, where are those pretzel rods? I always have pretzel rods with my White Russians. (Takes me back to Harvard Square days - 2fers on Friday nights at ummm I can't believe it but I forget the name) |
Hank Zona
Citizen
Username: Hankzona
Post Number: 656
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 10:32 pm: | |
drinking too many white russians will do that to you |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1591
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, July 17, 2003 - 12:19 am: | |
With that kind of thread drift, I think they might be into pink squirrels... |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1040
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, July 17, 2003 - 9:17 am: | |
I hate having conversations with squirrels. Most of the time they act like animals. And they don't know a thing about men's clothing. Speaking of men's clothing, how do you like this tie I'm wearing? I got it in Filene's Basement. Actually I got it off Filene's husband during a doorbreaker sale. He bought it years ago at Gimbel's. Funny thing about Gimbel: he doesn't gamble. Proctor gambles, but Gimbel doesn't gamble. If Gimbel gambled the way Proctor gambles, I'd not only have his tie, but his shirt as well.
--The Oracle of MOL
BTW, Art: Best of luck trying to round up anybody to attend your party. I've seen your parties. I'd prefer to attend a fistfight accompanied by Wally Cox... |
alison kosakowski
Citizen
Username: Alikoz
Post Number: 21
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, July 17, 2003 - 10:07 am: | |
Much like a cocktail party, these threads can be. I enjoy the banter. Thanks for the input, folks. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1592
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Thursday, July 17, 2003 - 11:08 pm: | |
Sorry Soda, the party was last night and you missed it!  |
Curious Onlooker
Citizen
Username: Curiousonlooker
Post Number: 11
Registered: 11-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, July 17, 2003 - 11:24 pm: | |
I'd like to add one more liqueur to the mix...Chambord. It has a wonderful raspberry flavor, and it is absolutely delicious mixed into a mug of hot chocolate. |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1042
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, July 18, 2003 - 2:01 pm: | |
Art: Maybe you could invite my old friend Icarus to your next little liqueur soiree. Icky used to be a real fun guy, but lately, with this whole "State of the Union" debacle, he could use some cheering up, and I'm sure you're just the guy...
Just make sure the party starts after 9PM; every weeknight from 8 to 9, Icarus is glued to the TV, watching "Countdown" with Keith Olbermann on MSNBC. Very sad...
--The Oracle of MOL
BTW: He has a definite preference for Harvey Wallbangers, which he acquired at various Passaic County discos during the 70's. I'm sure you're a totally awesome host, but here's the recipe for ya anyhow (You're welcome.):
Ingredients:
6 oz. Blood Orange Juice
1 oz. vodka
1 oz. Galliano
Directions:
Pour ingredients into shaker.
Shake vigorously.
Pour over shaved ice in 10 oz. glass.
Drink before ice melts.
Repeat.
Repeat.
Repeat.
Hit the floor! |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1617
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Friday, July 25, 2003 - 12:57 am: | |
Thanks for the recipe Soda...
I'll post our next get together and be happy to invite your old friend Icarus. Hey, one good turn deserves another.
Acually, I believe the next party will be the opening of the new Pub in town! Maybe we'll see you guys there? 
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Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1053
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Friday, July 25, 2003 - 12:25 pm: | |
Soda ain't in.
-The Oracle of MOL
BTW: Neither is Roman Polanski. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1620
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Friday, July 25, 2003 - 2:27 pm: | |
Well, if and when you get back in, you can stay as my guest at the local B&B in town.  |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1054
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, July 26, 2003 - 12:27 am: | |
Art:
Perhaps it's the strain of reading through those hundreds of daily posts you so graphically describe in today's post the South Orange Specific topic area, but I want to be honest with you: I'm afraid you're losing your edge, Art.
Providing one little drink recipe can't possibly merit a (free?!) stay at your esteemed inn. You must raise your standards, Art. I mean... maybe it's worth a visit to the All-You-Can-Eat-Day-Old-Yumster-Counter at Cafe Sbenois, but certainly not a fabulous night at Les saisons!
Besides, I'm beginning to think that you don't even know whom you're inviting:
I'm The Oracle ( ).
I'm not Soda ( ).
Soda used to work for me, and was responsible for opening this MOL account in order to provide me an online portal into your physical world. Soda abused his access to MOL by posting for himself; that infraction, in conjunction with several other (performance-related) issues, resulted in his termination and exile. He was never a fan of yours, and is no longer a fan of mine. Please consider the "soda" username as nothing more than a totem. I am the entity behind these posts, and need no anonymity to shield my existence.
So thank you for the generous expression of hostly good will, but, as I hope you'll realize, I don't use bedding (It's a spirit thing).
But if you ever decide to crack open a bottle of Slivovitz and indulge in a friendly little game of "Who Left", I'm all over it...
BTW: Like ticks on a hound. Like white on rice. Like shmaltz on rye. Like, WOW, Man!
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ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1622
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, July 26, 2003 - 10:07 am: | |
As I said, "One good turn deserves another."
I see from your unassuming response that you’re not accustomed to being gracious. Can you remember back as a young kid when you would lite up with joy and wonder each year around the holidays? Well, maybe you would do well to start believing in miracles again. If you agree, please allow me to show you a way.
The measure of ones generosity can not be measured by what someone gives or receives in return. Who ever you are now, or think you are, does not have to be a life sentence. All of us have the power to change our existence, or to put it a better way, create the life we love and live it powerfully.
Perhaps it's the strain of reading through hundreds of daily posts that leaves you thinking you’re undeserving, or maybe it’s you who has lost your edge? Try this my friend, the next time you experience these feelings that you’re not worthy, or the conversation makes you angry, look at who you are in the matter, and then give it up. That’s right, just give up your feelings and be open to the possibility that there’s another way to see things besides yours.
Trust me, what you’ll experience on the other side of that simple gesture will show up in your life as a miracle. You will no longer look like, sound like, or be like the same person you were. It’s called transformation…
So if the spirit moves you, try raising your expectations for yourself, and lower your standards for others, and then maybe we all can still enjoy a fabulous night at Les Saisons! I’ll leave an open bottle of Slivovitz on the table and a light burning...
BTW, I don’t need to know whom I’m inviting as much as they need to know where they’re going. Once they get here behind those big iron gates, they’re mine until I decide to let them go. |
Soda
Citizen
Username: Soda
Post Number: 1055
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, July 26, 2003 - 12:09 pm: | |
Check, please.
--The Oracle of MOL
BTW: You live in MAPLEWOOD, Art. If you're experiencing anxiety due to a dearth of MOL posting by your town's civic leaders, you might wanna try addressing that issue someplace besides the "S.O. Specific" topic area. Fershtay? |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 1625
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, July 26, 2003 - 1:54 pm: | |
I know where I live, there's no shortage of issues I can address, and I already posted that information yesterday in "Official Maplewood."
Tell me something Oracle of MOL, how do you expect to look into the future, when you can't find your way around the past? I think you need a miracle...
Check it, no, the game is over! Checkmate! |
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