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The ouzo effect during the preparation of absinthe. The ouzo effect (/ ˈ uː z oʊ / OO-zoh), also known as the louche effect (/ l uː ʃ / LOOSH) and spontaneous emulsification, is the phenomenon of formation of a milky oil-in-water emulsion when water is added to ouzo and other anise-flavored liqueurs and spirits, such as pastis, rakı, arak, sambuca and absinthe.
Sambuca (Italian: [samˈbuːka]) is an Italian anise-flavoured liqueur. Its most common variety is often referred to as "white sambuca" to differentiate it from other varieties that are deep blue ("black sambuca") or bright red ("red sambuca"). [1] Like other anise-flavoured liqueurs, the ouzo effect is sometimes observed when combined with water.
The drink is made from 1/2 oz. sambuca, 1/2 oz. Irish cream liqueur, and optionally, a drop of grenadine or a cherry. Some versions of the drink replace the sambuca with equal parts of anisette and peppermint schnapps. [2]
Cranberry Mimosa. Iowa, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Louisiana, Hawaii . Seven states seem to prefer a Christmas brunch drink for the holidays.
How To Make It. Think of it as a merry take on a mimosa: Pour 2 (or 3) parts Prosecco or Champagne to 1 part pomegranate juice in a flute, then plop in a sprig of fresh rosemary for garnish. That ...
Try substituting healthier choices, such as club soda or sparkling water with fresh fruit. “Mocktails and non-alcoholic (NA) beers and beverages are increasingly popular,” says Dr. Piccirillo.
B-53, a B-52 with Sambuca rather than Irish cream; B-54, a B-52 with Amaretto almond liqueur in place of triple sec; B-55, a B-52 with absinthe rather than Triple Sec, also known as B-52 Gunship; B-57, a B-52 with peppermint schnapps rather than Irish cream; B-156, a B-52 but three times larger in an Old Fashioned glass
“A mixed drink with two measured shots of hard alcohol might come in one glass but is treated by the body as two standard drinks,” he said. “Same with a large glass of wine — that will ...