aries’ heady affair with bitter jasmine
the cocktailian ingredient, bitters, is bitterly martian in nature. this herbal tonic is so intense that a few drops are usually all that’s called for in a recipe. just like the ram’s headstrong personality, the flavor is that powerful and strong. funny isn’t it, that the word sheepish never, ever describes the numero uno sheep – aries? of all the brands of bitters (of which there are many) agnostura bitters is the most commonly found. however, i recommend checking out FEE BROTHERS for their wide breadth of flavour selection. or, you can even make your own. ironically – again – aries is one sign that rarely get bitter about life. they are eternally optimistic and forever positive. that’s one of the many qualities that makes them so alluring and fun to party with. the ultimate heartbreaker – aries is usually the one to end the relationship and not the other way around. it’s their lust victim that ends up feeling bitter. several aries boyfriends and bittersweet endings later, i can attest to that.
HEADY AFFAIR (BITTER JASMINE MARTEANI)
1 oz gin
1 1/2 oz jasmine tea*
1 oz honey syrup*
1/3 oz fresh lemon juice
3-5 drops agnostura bittersnote: honey syrup tends to separate when mixed in a cocktail, so drink up right away!
*to brew jasmine tea, make an extra strong cup by adding three teabags. if you wish to use immediately, plunge in bowl of ice water after steeping.
* to make honey syrup, bring 1 cup water to simmer and remove from heat. add 1/2 cup honey and stir until dissolved. add splash vodka to preserve and store in fridge.
Gwen,
I am pure aries, through and through – all the good, all the bad. I read your recipe for this cocktail this weekend, and just had to give it a shot. Very tasty – keep the recipes coming!
Cheers!
Comment by Hannah — March 17, 2008 @ 8:05 pm
i’m so psyched you liked it! i have many aries in my life… always have, probably always will… thanks for the feedback, gwen
Comment by Gwen-Intoxicated Zodiac — March 18, 2008 @ 7:04 am