Though the origin of the cocktail - both the word and the drink -
is still murky the present proliferation of cocktails and bar culture is alive
and well. But it wasn’t always that way.
Prohibition lasted from 1919 to 1931 and there are still
antiquated laws across the U.S. making some cities and counties “dry.” Now
however, 100 years later we have cocktails delivered to your doorstep. Ah,
progress.
The cocktail renaissance is undeniable. But not everyone has the
time nor the inclination to be a proficient bartender at home. Shaker & Spoon changes that,
allowing anyone to create cool mixed drinks. Think of it as Blue Apron for
cocktails. Each month a box shows up on your doorstep, sans alcohol and bartending
utensils, along with original recipes from bartenders across the U.S. Each box
is themed for the month, and comes with three recipes allowing enough
ingredients for approximately 12 cocktails per box, four for each recipe. I
sampled the Rye Oh My - featuring rye whiskey - and the Austin Without Limits -
featuring aged tequila recipes - to see if Shaker & Spoon shakes out. The
recipes typically use 4-5 ingredients, some as many as 8. The instructions are
easy to follow, clear and concise making it uncomplicated for anyone to craft a
quality cocktail right in your own home. I had suspected that the boxes would
be filled with unimaginative items, and I was wrong. Some of the ingredients
included lapsang souchong syrup, candied fennel, dried star anise, fig-raisin
syrup, bitters and extracts, which helped to create compelling drinks. Happily
surprised by the quality of the ingredients and the recipes, being your own
bartender has never been more fun, easier or foolproof. I highly recommend it. Monthly
boxes run $40-50.
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