So what is muddling? Why do bartenders do it? Is it dangerous? Difficult? Why not use a blender instead? What are all these “weeds” doing floating in my drink? What makes a good muddler? Miss Flighty address these issues in this episode on Muddling.
Continue ReadingMojito, Fly-ito, or Miss Flighty prepares a Cuban Blockade
How the Mojito transformed the bar industry, a frivolous theory in mixology by Alberta Straub I blame Josh Bleu for the Mojito. There is no documentation to confirm this but I remember sitting at the …
Continue ReadingPear Necessity Cocktail | Plymouth Gin & Pimm’s with Fresh Pear, Mint, & Ginger
Miss Flighty gets back to basics with the Pear Necessity, a flavorful gin drink with Pimm’s #1, Luxardo, mint, lemon, ginger, and fresh pear. Take it from Baloo, the jolly dancing bear from the Jungle book, its the simple bare necessities like a good cocktail and friends that are truly important.
Continue ReadingMaker’s Mark Boubon Julep with Georgia Peach & Ginger
A “Alberta” Peach of a julep made with Maker’s Mark bourbon, mint, and Miss Flighty’s Ginger Cardamom syrup.
Continue ReadingThe MaryAnn with Ginger | Gin, Pimm’s, & Fresh Mint Bring these Sexy Castaways Together
Inspired by the Pimm’s Cup, a classic English summer drink, the MaryAnn with Ginger combines Plymouth Gin, Pimm’s #1, cucumbers, mint and fresh ginger. The name is a tongue and cheek salute to the sexy stars of the 60s sitcom “Gilligan’s Island” and was first served on the Aloha Airlines flight of one of Alberta’s weekly airline theme parties.
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