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This section features drinks posted during the period of the COVID-19 pandemic of 2020-2022.
It consists of two sections. The Lockdown – featuring the first 40 days from March 13- April 30, 2020 became the first volume (printed) book. Struggling Through is the label for those drinks which were posted during the rest of 2020 and during 2021, which are only available here.
Cocktails from the Pandemic
Rhubarb Gimlet
The ubiquitous rhubarb gets a lot of play in spring cocktails. It is suggested as a mimosa, margarita, rhubarb martini (don’t go there),spritz, or alpenglow (which isn’t half bad). This application is tasty and helps use up the exuberant abundance of the plant.
Masks & Masquerades
Not all masks are equal Comparing Surgical Masks and Surgical N95 Respirators The FDA regulates surgical masks and surgical N95 respirators differently based on their …
In honour of HRH Prince Philip
A #quarantini in honour of HRH Prince Philip, who died April 9, 2021 at age 99. According to an article by Thrillist, “the Duke of …
The Vancouver
Celebrating Vancouver’s birthday!
Dark n Stormy
Good Friday is always a puzzle to me. Here’s a “Dark n Stormy” #quarantini that reflects that feeling from the upcoming book, Quarantinis, Eh? Cocktails …