Posts Tagged ‘Drinks’
Saturday, November 20th, 2010
Moscow Mule Copper Mug
The Moscow Mule Cocktail seems to have made a comeback! It is a good thing for it is a truly unique drink that is good year round! Look for this yummy beverage to turn up during one of our famous culinary getaway Foodie Events……The recipe, easy to make, must contain ginger beer to be authentic:
Moscow Mule
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 tsp. sugar syrup
- Fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup ginger beer
- 1 sprig fresh mint
- 1 slice of lime
Directions: In a highball glass or a copper mug pour vodka over ice. Add sugar syrup and lime juice. Top with ginger beer and stir. Garnish with a slice of lime and a sprig of mint.
For the trivia buff, here’s a little history…… (more…)
Tags: Beer, Cocktails, culinary getaway, Drinks, Recipes, trivia, Vodka
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Tuesday, September 21st, 2010
We here at the ranch, found this bit of trivia from our local Windy Winery expert to be very interesting…..
The antioxidants found in wine can vary widely depending on the year and region in which the wine was produced. However, two other beneficial components of wine remain relatively consistent: potassium, which helps maintain fluid balance in the body, and alcohol, which may help raise “good” HDL cholesterol, reduce risk of blood clots, and lower blood pressure. The key to obtaining any of wine’s benefits is enjoying your favorite in moderation.
Red Wine (5 ounces)
120 calories 180 milligrams potassium 15 grams alcohol
White Wine (5 ounces)
118 calories 101 milligrams potassium
14.6 grams alcohol
CHEERS TO YOUR HEALTH!!!
Tags: alcohol, culinary, Drinks, Food, red wine, white wine, Windy Winery, wine
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Tuesday, May 4th, 2010
Do you have Rosemary growing in your garden? Are you a Martini fan? If you answered yes to those questions, you will want to try this recipe, one of Murski Homestead B&B’s signature drinks! Cooking class participants at the ranch oohed and aawed over this cocktail (any leftover Rosemary syrup can be used over pound cake, in iced tea, over fresh fruit, to make a sorbet or ice cream…..so don’t throw away a single drop!)
Rosemary-Peach Martini
Martini Time!
1/2 oz. peach syrup
1/2 oz. rosemary simple syrup***
1/2 fresh squeezed lemon
ice
Put all ingredients in cocktail shaker with ice and shake. Strain into Martini stem, garnish with fresh lemon slice and serve immediately.
***Rosemary Simple Syrup: heat 2 cups of water, 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 6 (4 inch) sprigs fresh rosemary. Bring to boil, cover, turn off heat and let steep 20 minutes. Strain syrup and store in refrigerator in clean sterilized bottle.
Tags: Brenham, Cooking, culinary, culinary travel, Drinks, Food, Herbs, Murski Homestead B&B, ranch, Washington County
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Monday, April 12th, 2010
Incredible wines and tastings with unbelievable scenery are found in Washington County and the surrounding area! At Murski Homestead we feature local fare and local wine which are used in our cooking classes, Vintner dinners and special Foodie Weekends. One of the most recent additions to the scene it the Bluebonnet Wine Trail, wine fun that is not to be missed! The wineries along the trail will offer a pairing of two cheeses from local artisans with two wines. As an added bonus, receive a packet of Texas wildflower seeds at each winery you visit (while supplies last).
Tags: activities, Brenham, classes, culinary travel, Drinks, Food, Murski Homestead B&B, Washington County, wine
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Wednesday, December 16th, 2009
Tea is the international symbol for friendship. Tea is all about connections, as are our cooking classes at the ranch. So, my friends, let’s connect, have a nice cup of tea and whip up some great food & fun. Harvest herbs from our gardens to make your own cup of tea! Enjoy one of our favorite “Chai Tea” recipes below and also some interesting Tea Trivia…. (more…)
Tags: classes, Cooking, Drinks, Food, gardens, Herbs, Recipes, tea
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Friday, December 11th, 2009
Every year in
Brenham, Texas, the first weekend in December is the big downtown Christmas Stroll with the lighted parade and the first big weekend that the
ranch is decorated for the season. It is a fantastic way to start the Christmas season with wassail (or in my case “Spiked Hot Lemonade”), gingerbread houses, outdoor music & activities, the showing of an outdoor Christams classic movie on the courthouse square, shopping late, Christmas plays at Unity Theatre and, of course, the lighted downtown Christmas Parade! The picture below gives you just a glimpse into some of the fun to be had this weekend each year. There is a huge competition (for bragging rights only) to see who can come up with the best float. The theme for the parade this year was Candy Lane Christmas and this float did a great job of bringing the game of Candy Land to life! What you can’t see is that the gingerbread house puffs out sugar-cookie scented smoke…it was way too cool! Be sure to try our Spiked Lemonade recipe and reserve your
2 night stay at our ranch for this great event next year! You don’t want to miss out!
Spiked Hot Lemonade
1 large can frozen lemonade
1 large can water (use lemonade can for measuring)
1 1/2 cups good quality vodka (Grey Goose)
Warm lemonade and water. Add vodka and heat to your liking. Use a fresh Rosemary sprig for swizzling and the taste gets even better! Pour up and enjoy!
Tags: activities, Brenham, Christmas, Drinks, Fun, Parades, Recipes, shopping
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