Aug 18, 2023
In this episode of Cocktails With Friends, our host, Bob Cutler sits down with his good friend & Caroline Bicks. Caroline is a Professor of Literature at The University of Maine, author of a cocktail book called Shakespeare, Not Stirred and host of The Everyday Shakespeare Podcast. The conversational sipper for this show, Richard's Gimme-let, is a drink based on Richard from Henry VI, Part 3. The cocktail features Ford's gin, Basil simple syrup, fresh lime juice and enough hot pepper to remind you that King Richard is quickly killing off anyone who could contest is rise to power. We hope you enjoy Caroline's quick wit and passion for Billy, Willie, Little Bill - probably sticking with William Shakespeare for now. Cheers
Richard's Gimme-let
- 2 ounces Ford's Gin
- 1 ounce Fresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 ounce basil & hot pepper simple syrup
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Add all ingrediants to a shaking tim with ice, shake vigerousily
for 30 to 40 seconds then double strail into a coupe glass -
garnish with a thin sliced hot pepper if you dare
Page 4 of Shakespeare, Not Stirred
Basil & Hot Pepper Simple Syrup
Mix equal parts water & sugar with a hot pepper of your choising (jalapeno or Herbernero are best) with several basil leaves
stir over medium heat till fully discolved
reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes
take off heat and cool in ice bath
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