http://www.instructables.com Sun, 26 May 2013 01:55:20 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolates-for-Men/
Homemade Chocolates! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN0/8FCS/HCV8X41F/FN08FCSHCV8X41F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN0/8FCS/HCV8X41F/FN08FCSHCV8X41F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN0/8FCS/HCV8X41F/FN08FCSHCV8X41F.SMALL.jpg Stephanefalies With Valentine's Day coming up, I was beginning to search for special gifts for my sweetie. It occurred to me that there really aren't a lot of options for chocolates that are based on flavors for men. At least not many that I could find. So I decided that I would try my hand at making my own chocol...
By: Stephanefalies

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 09:04:36 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Covered-Strawberry-Shot-Glasses/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/M0DE/HCV99MJ1/F8LM0DEHCV99MJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/M0DE/HCV99MJ1/F8LM0DEHCV99MJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8L/M0DE/HCV99MJ1/F8LM0DEHCV99MJ1.SMALL.jpg ericasweettooth Nothing says "I Love You" quite like alcohol served up in an edible shot glass.  And when that edible shot glass is made out of a chocolate covered strawberry, you know your sweetie will swoon.  Or maybe that's just them passing out from the booze, but either way they'll love it!  Here's how to mak...
By: ericasweettooth

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Feb 2013 10:48:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bellini-Cookies/
Bellini Cookies - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/8VYT/HAWSIH0N/FNY8VYTHAWSIH0N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/8VYT/HAWSIH0N/FNY8VYTHAWSIH0N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNY/8VYT/HAWSIH0N/FNY8VYTHAWSIH0N.SMALL.jpg shesparticular Perfect for ringing in the New Year (or any other celebration), Bellinis are an amazing combination of Prosecco (a sparkling wine) and peach purée. The pairing of slightly sweet yet dry wine with tart, tangy fruits is equally wonderful when transformed from a cocktail into a cookie (and is less like...
By: shesparticular

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 31 Dec 2012 15:41:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/History-of-an-Old-Fashioned/
How to Make an Old Fashioned - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/H8SA/H8FYOJA4/F8NH8SAH8FYOJA4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/H8SA/H8FYOJA4/F8NH8SAH8FYOJA4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8N/H8SA/H8FYOJA4/F8NH8SAH8FYOJA4.SMALL.jpg ensweis In our instructions below, we explain how to make your fruit garnish and your own simple syrup in addition to an Old Fashioned. History of an Old Fashioned An Old Fashioned is a cocktail that can be made with either brandy or whiskey depending on your preference or the situation. We preferred to ...
By: ensweis

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Oct 2012 16:18:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Red-Wine-Cupcakes/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIW/2LVD/H7431NXQ/FIW2LVDH7431NXQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIW/2LVD/H7431NXQ/FIW2LVDH7431NXQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIW/2LVD/H7431NXQ/FIW2LVDH7431NXQ.SMALL.jpg sensualappeal Hey guys! So this dessert was created specifically for my mom for Mother's Day back in May; you can see the full post on my blog here. The cake part tastes primarily of chocolate, with a nice deep flavor, but finishes with a subtle wine flavor kick. It leaves a wine taste in your mouth. Together wit...
By: sensualappeal

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Sep 2012 18:33:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Deep-Fried-PBJ-Shot-Cupcakes/
Deep Fried PB&J Shot Cupcakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/2GO2/H742PJOJ/FP12GO2H742PJOJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/2GO2/H742PJOJ/FP12GO2H742PJOJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/2GO2/H742PJOJ/FP12GO2H742PJOJ.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas I came across a bottle of PB & J Vodka and knew I wanted to do something really fun with it. I decided to take two things that are really bad for you, fried foods & booze and make a really awesome dessert out of it. Fried PB&J sandwiches are sold at carnivals & street fairs nationwide. I took that c...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Sep 2012 16:05:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Strawberry-Mead/
Strawberry Mead (1 gallon) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/SU5O/H5R9F6QI/FP1SU5OH5R9F6QI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/SU5O/H5R9F6QI/FP1SU5OH5R9F6QI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP1/SU5O/H5R9F6QI/FP1SU5OH5R9F6QI.SMALL.jpg jimbles Hey everyone! Thanks for checking out this Strawberry Mead Instructable. It's not very hard and makes a really delicious mead when it's finished. This calls for the Strawberries to be added during primary fermentation. But most of the experts in blind tests have preferred meads with fruit (actually...
By: jimbles

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Aug 2012 23:57:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Angostura-Cocktail-Bitters/
D.I.Y. Angostura Cocktail Bitters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/MG34/H4AGJF19/F1FMG34H4AGJF19.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/MG34/H4AGJF19/F1FMG34H4AGJF19.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/MG34/H4AGJF19/F1FMG34H4AGJF19.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas Most of us have heard of Angostura Bitters, and probably have an aged bottle in our pantry somewhere for use in the occasional Manhattan or other classic cocktail. But what are Bitters? Bitters are the bartenders' secret. They are liquid concentrations of flavors. Some of them have dozens of botani...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:40:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Southern-Style-Grilled-Peach-Cooler/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/W5PU/H3Z3CBKW/FCWW5PUH3Z3CBKW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/W5PU/H3Z3CBKW/FCWW5PUH3Z3CBKW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/W5PU/H3Z3CBKW/FCWW5PUH3Z3CBKW.SMALL.jpg Little Mom on the Prairie I love finding old recipes and giving them a new twist! This recipe is based on one I found in an old (1940's) hostess booklet that I found at a rummage sale for a nickle. For the 'mocktail' version, substitute a tropical juice blend for the Southern Comfort.  Ingredients: 2 peaches (fresh), cut in...
By: Little Mom on the Prairie

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Jun 2012 11:21:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Boozy-fruit/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/BJX7/H3Z3VP64/FK7BJX7H3Z3VP64.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/BJX7/H3Z3VP64/FK7BJX7H3Z3VP64.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/BJX7/H3Z3VP64/FK7BJX7H3Z3VP64.SMALL.jpg canida Alcohol-infused fruit is a super-easy, delicious way to produce unique garnishes for your favorite fruity drinks, or create a great summer dessert when used atop ice cream or lightly-sweetened whipped cream. There are many ways to do this.   Low-tech: - if you want to use minimal amounts of your bo...
By: canida

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jul 2012 17:48:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DRUNKEN-Snow-Cones/
DRUNKEN Snow Cones - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/QJP9/H3NLC0MV/FOPQJP9H3NLC0MV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/QJP9/H3NLC0MV/FOPQJP9H3NLC0MV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/QJP9/H3NLC0MV/FOPQJP9H3NLC0MV.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas Who says snow cones are only for kids? These spiked snow cones are the perfect adult summer time treat!   I've turned four well known martinis into delicious fun snow cones!  These are the flavors I created:  Appletini Snow Cone, Classic Manhattan Snow Cone, Blue Lagoon Snow Cone & a Cotton Candy ...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Jun 2012 21:10:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cocktail-Popsicles-aka-Cocksicles/
Cocktail Popsicles (aka Cocksicles) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/FHH5/H337L39O/FEKFHH5H337L39O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/FHH5/H337L39O/FEKFHH5H337L39O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/FHH5/H337L39O/FEKFHH5H337L39O.SMALL.jpg kazmataz Do you like your drinks shaken or stirred? How about completely frozen and on a stick? Ladies and gentlemen, gather around - I present to you: the Cocktail Popsicle. Or Cocksicle, if you will... While it is impossible to freeze alcohol in a traditional freezer, liquid nitrogen is cold enough to mak...
By: kazmataz

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Jun 2012 17:05:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Strawberry-Vodka/
How to Make Strawberry Vodka - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/6Q0E/GEE03QPD/FG26Q0EGEE03QPD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/6Q0E/GEE03QPD/FG26Q0EGEE03QPD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/6Q0E/GEE03QPD/FG26Q0EGEE03QPD.SMALL.jpg arditty At some point in college, everybody ends up with a bottle of cheap vodka at some point. Some people like cheap vodka, but I don't. This is an easy way to turn cheap vodka into a great drink for cocktails, mixers, or to just drink straight.  Ingredients You will need: Vodka Pick something cheap, ...
By: arditty

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:35:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/liqueur-of-a-thousand-roses/
liqueur of a thousand roses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/C38G/H2MYKC53/FAWC38GH2MYKC53.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/C38G/H2MYKC53/FAWC38GH2MYKC53.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAW/C38G/H2MYKC53/FAWC38GH2MYKC53.SMALL.jpg andyk75 In my garden I have a bush of roses 'rosa centifolia' which is an old ancient type of rose. It's the kind of rose that is used for fragrances and perfumes. The downside of the beautiful scent is the fact that they only bloom once a year and the blossoms fade in one day. That's why this year I chose...
By: andyk75

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 05:11:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bootleg-Baileys-Irish-Cream/
Bootleg Bailey's Irish Cream - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FCK/JC0A/H0OIWRIS/FCKJC0AH0OIWRIS.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCK/JC0A/H0OIWRIS/FCKJC0AH0OIWRIS.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FCK/JC0A/H0OIWRIS/FCKJC0AH0OIWRIS.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas I first had homemade Baileys almost a year ago at a girlfriends house. My friends used an old recipe they'd had for years. The recipe contained vodka, whiskey, condensed milk, coffee grinds & chocolate syrup. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great. I knew there had to be a better alternative with h...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 20:09:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Skittles-Vodka-Gummi-Bears/
Skittles Vodka Gummi Bears! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/63M8/GYWSZ523/F0H63M8GYWSZ523.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/63M8/GYWSZ523/F0H63M8GYWSZ523.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0H/63M8/GYWSZ523/F0H63M8GYWSZ523.SMALL.jpg ChewyCov Now, before I start this Instructable (my first!), I have some sources to cite. First, I made skittles vodka or "Love Potions" as Grymee (http://www.instructables.com/member/Grymee/ ) calls it. Here is Grymee's guide http://www.instructables.com/id/Love-Potions/ .  And this guide is almost a copy of...
By: ChewyCov

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:41:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Shot-Glasses-Made-of-Ice/
DIY Shot Glasses Made of Ice - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN9/6Y2P/GYO8A57K/FN96Y2PGYO8A57K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN9/6Y2P/GYO8A57K/FN96Y2PGYO8A57K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN9/6Y2P/GYO8A57K/FN96Y2PGYO8A57K.SMALL.jpg intimateweddings Making a shot glass out of ice is a cinch. I actually used two flavors of a Kool-aid-like beverage to make these glasses; blue raspberry and blueberry pomegranate. Not only do they make the ice shot glasses a lovely shade of blue, they taste good too. However, they do leave a bit of residual stickin...
By: intimateweddings

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:28:51 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sake-Bomb/
Sake Bomb - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F88/XCIZ/F4EHYV4X/F88XCIZF4EHYV4X.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F88/XCIZ/F4EHYV4X/F88XCIZF4EHYV4X.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F88/XCIZ/F4EHYV4X/F88XCIZF4EHYV4X.SMALL.jpg trebuchet03 Are you of legal drinking age? Want to join the hipster social drinking scene? Sake bombs are fun to make and exciting to drink. Additionally, this is a great way to get rid of bad sake. We had a sake tasting - bottles ranging from $4 to $12. Surprisingly, the $7 bottle (Snow Beauty) was the best in...
By: trebuchet03

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jul 2007 17:32:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Liqueur-Creme-de-Cacao/
Chocolate Liqueur (Creme de Cacao) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/OVUM/GNFSJDPY/F3LOVUMGNFSJDPY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/OVUM/GNFSJDPY/F3LOVUMGNFSJDPY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/OVUM/GNFSJDPY/F3LOVUMGNFSJDPY.SMALL.jpg dlewisa Who doesn't like chocolate? . . . probably people allergic to it. Who doesn't like booze? . . . teetotalers. Hmmm. Oh well, I press onward. Homemade flavored alcohols are easy to make. And here's how to make just one of an infinity of variations. You might like to enjoy this before, after, or durin...
By: dlewisa

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 09:30:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Distinguished-Gentlemans-Burnt-Whiskey-Caramel/
Distinguished Gentlemans Burnt Whiskey Caramel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/9OHX/GVVPVBRV/F6B9OHXGVVPVBRV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/9OHX/GVVPVBRV/F6B9OHXGVVPVBRV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6B/9OHX/GVVPVBRV/F6B9OHXGVVPVBRV.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas When ever I think of whiskey,  images of a man in a smoking jacket retiring in his study, contemplating world changing thoughts are evoked. Think Winston Churchill or Roosevelt. It can be so hard to find the right gift for the Distinguished Gentleman. These Burnt Whiskey Caramel's are the perfect s...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 7 Dec 2011 13:58:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Mead/
How to make Mead - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/UT8J/FZ8J3MMT/FXYUT8JFZ8J3MMT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/UT8J/FZ8J3MMT/FXYUT8JFZ8J3MMT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXY/UT8J/FZ8J3MMT/FXYUT8JFZ8J3MMT.SMALL.jpg MoleMans Mead is simple and turns out great! Ingredients For this recipe we used: ~ 3/4 gallon water 3 pounds of honey One packet of yeast (about 2 1/2 teaspoons) 3/4 of a cup of roughly chopped mint 10 key limes One gallon jug (glass is best) with cap One balloon (red is best) The flavor can be almost ...
By: MoleMans

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Sep 2009 17:32:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Organic-Shot-Glasses/
Organic Shot Glasses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/HPB8/GSUT19XN/FZYHPB8GSUT19XN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/HPB8/GSUT19XN/FZYHPB8GSUT19XN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/HPB8/GSUT19XN/FZYHPB8GSUT19XN.SMALL.jpg lmnopeas With a few bold carving strokes (and the help of an apple corer), transform a few simple cucumbers into these guest-pleasing shot glasses These organic cucumber shot glasses are an amazing way to get your next party started. They are a great accompaniment to tequila, gin, vodka or even sake. They l...
By: lmnopeas

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:24:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Meaty-cocktails/
Meaty cocktails - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/MYED/GRYOQLEK/F3CMYEDGRYOQLEK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/MYED/GRYOQLEK/F3CMYEDGRYOQLEK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/MYED/GRYOQLEK/F3CMYEDGRYOQLEK.SMALL.jpg PenfoldPlant Spice up your next Friday night with a slightly more carnivorous range of booze! Here I'll talk you through the recipes for three surprisingly tasty alcoholic meat drinks: Pizza margarita Salmon vodka Beef & horseradish Guinness Don't judge them until you've tried them! Warning These...
By: PenfoldPlant

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:11:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bacon-Whiskey/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/XWAW/GQ5QBZ3A/FADXWAWGQ5QBZ3A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/XWAW/GQ5QBZ3A/FADXWAWGQ5QBZ3A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/XWAW/GQ5QBZ3A/FADXWAWGQ5QBZ3A.SMALL.jpg BrianneMichelle I discovered a new technique last week called Nitrogen Cavitation or Nitrogen Infusions, which allow liquids to absorb the flavor, and only the flavor, of something aromatic with a nitrogen charge. (Think basil, mint, coffee beans, etc…) My thoughts instantly took me to what sorts of ingredients...
By: BrianneMichelle

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:10:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Guava-Vodka-Caviar-Pearls/
Guava Vodka Caviar Pearls - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/TJZ7/GQB4X05E/FFRTJZ7GQB4X05E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/TJZ7/GQB4X05E/FFRTJZ7GQB4X05E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/TJZ7/GQB4X05E/FFRTJZ7GQB4X05E.SMALL.jpg BrianneMichelle Ingredients: 1/3 cup Guava juice & Ciroc Red Berry Vodka (proportion how you please) 2 packs (4 grams) Sodium Alginate 1/2 pack (1 gram) Calcium Lactate 3 drops red food coloring   Directions: In a medium saucepan combine 1 ¼ cup water and 4 grams of Sodium Alginate. Use the ...
By: BrianneMichelle

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:00:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Elderflower-Liqueur/
Elderflower Liqueur - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/U12F/GQ3FTQVQ/FDQU12FGQ3FTQVQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/U12F/GQ3FTQVQ/FDQU12FGQ3FTQVQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDQ/U12F/GQ3FTQVQ/FDQU12FGQ3FTQVQ.SMALL.jpg Osquar Summer is almost halfway through and I just came home from Germany and Poland with a few litres of cheap vodka just for the reason of making liqueurs. And just in time too!! The Elderflowers are almost all gone now so first thing I do when done unpacking is going out in the garden outside my apartem...
By: Osquar

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:46:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gin-Gin-A-Little-Bit-Of-The-Sauce/
Gin Gin: A Little Bit Of The Sauce - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/O75W/GONGHLLL/FY5O75WGONGHLLL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/O75W/GONGHLLL/FY5O75WGONGHLLL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/O75W/GONGHLLL/FY5O75WGONGHLLL.SMALL.jpg dlewisa This is a drink I came up with a few weeks back. Three ingredients and pretty tasty. I say that I came up with it, but there is nothing new under the sun when it comes to mixed drinks and this probably exists out there somewhere under a different name. I couldn't really think of a good name for it s...
By: dlewisa

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Jun 2011 14:10:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Manly-Shot-Glass-Cupcakes/
Manly Shot Glass Cupcakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/IHWH/GO6VAGTO/FZ9IHWHGO6VAGTO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/IHWH/GO6VAGTO/FZ9IHWHGO6VAGTO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ9/IHWH/GO6VAGTO/FZ9IHWHGO6VAGTO.SMALL.jpg kristylynn84 * Plus Masculine Sprinkle alternatives!! * This can, just as easily, be a feminine shot glass cupcake.  I just wanted the challenge of making something "fruity" (sweet cupcakes with adorable sprinkles), transform into a tolerable treat for manly men.  I used some Jagermeister shot glasses, blue and...
By: kristylynn84

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 31 May 2011 03:03:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chocolate-Extract/
Chocolate Extract - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/8U0Y/GNA2S2RP/FJP8U0YGNA2S2RP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/8U0Y/GNA2S2RP/FJP8U0YGNA2S2RP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJP/8U0Y/GNA2S2RP/FJP8U0YGNA2S2RP.SMALL.jpg shesparticular Chocolate extract can be added to all sorts of baked goods (like super decadent flourless chocolate cupcakes or a rich chocolate terrine) to add some extra chocolaty oomph. The yummy rich and smooth flavor of chocolate extract goes perfectly alongside vanilla, coffee, and other flavorings, and makes...
By: shesparticular

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 May 2011 17:51:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Game-Day-Drinks/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/OC5V/FYGJNZFJ/FEDOC5VFYGJNZFJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/OC5V/FYGJNZFJ/FEDOC5VFYGJNZFJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FED/OC5V/FYGJNZFJ/FEDOC5VFYGJNZFJ.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo We know beer is the king of football, but why not offer your guests some fun party drinks this year? Spiked or soft, hot or cold, we've got some festive drinks to put you in the spirit! Try your hand at a new cocktail or mocktail this weekend. And since you know at least someone's only there for the...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 Feb 2011 12:47:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Instant-Low-Sugar-Limoncello/
Instant Low Sugar Limoncello - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/3YTS/GHFJX8RE/FG33YTSGHFJX8RE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/3YTS/GHFJX8RE/FG33YTSGHFJX8RE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG3/3YTS/GHFJX8RE/FG33YTSGHFJX8RE.SMALL.jpg susie Through lucky experimentation I've discovered that drying / dehydrating citrus before infusing in vodka makes for a very quick limoncello (or other citrus-cello) that requires very little sugar. Who's got time for slow food when booze is concerned? While this is not instant in the Tang sense of the...
By: susie

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 17:07:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Quince-Liqueur/
Homemade Quince Liqueur - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/2DQE/GGPFBUP3/FH92DQEGGPFBUP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/2DQE/GGPFBUP3/FH92DQEGGPFBUP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/2DQE/GGPFBUP3/FH92DQEGGPFBUP3.SMALL.jpg theabion Quinces are a unique and fragrant fruit, but only recently have I seen non-specialty grocery stores start carrying them. Shaped somewhat like a deformed apple, quinces are native to Asia and have been consumed for thousands of years by the Greeks and Romans. When ripe, quinces have a strong aroma r...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:13:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Beer/
How to Make Beer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FJ3/NX57/2RTEP27YWTT/FJ3NX572RTEP27YWTT.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FJ3/NX57/2RTEP27YWTT/FJ3NX572RTEP27YWTT.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FJ3/NX57/2RTEP27YWTT/FJ3NX572RTEP27YWTT.SMALL.jpg imarunner2 So, you've considered brewing your own beer but you're not yet willing to drop the cash for the entry level kit just yet. With a few simple pieces of equipment and ingredients here's how you can brew your own mini batch. In just a couple of weeks you can taste for yourself if homebrewing is a hobb...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 May 2006 16:57:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-nettle-beer/
How to make nettle beer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/PUGO/FTK8A39L/F9KPUGOFTK8A39L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/PUGO/FTK8A39L/F9KPUGOFTK8A39L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9K/PUGO/FTK8A39L/F9KPUGOFTK8A39L.SMALL.jpg lemonie Nettles (Urtica dioica) are in season at the moment, last year I was too late for this but today I'm making nettle beer with the first green growth. There are a lot of these free weeds around me, and dandelions (Taraxacum officinale).Also brewing about the same time was brucedenneyThere are many rec...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 May 2009 12:55:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-Mead-Honey-Wine/
How to make Mead (Honey Wine) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/TP87/G823OLOB/FTSTP87G823OLOB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/TP87/G823OLOB/FTSTP87G823OLOB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/TP87/G823OLOB/FTSTP87G823OLOB.SMALL.jpg lostbord999 Mead is super easy to make. And turns out GREAT!! (most of the time) Depending on your Recipe. It can Take as little as a month, years, or even up to a life time for it to ferment. The recipe I will post first is great for is GREAT for first starting out. And only takes a Month or so to ferment. ...
By: lostbord999

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:10:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-Easy-Coffee-Liqueur/
Cheap and Easy Coffee Liqueur - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPP/E3WV/G8C3JD06/FPPE3WVG8C3JD06.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPP/E3WV/G8C3JD06/FPPE3WVG8C3JD06.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPP/E3WV/G8C3JD06/FPPE3WVG8C3JD06.SMALL.jpg depotdevoid Back in the day, before the hangovers started, I really loved White Russians.  I had one at a party way back when and fell in love, then saw The Big Lebowski and knew that coffee liqueur and I were made for each other. Somewhere in all this I realized that buying that junk at the booze-ahol store i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:12:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Peppermint-Bear-Shooter/
Peppermint Bear Shooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/PZJ8/G3KXR1D5/FTUPZJ8G3KXR1D5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/PZJ8/G3KXR1D5/FTUPZJ8G3KXR1D5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/PZJ8/G3KXR1D5/FTUPZJ8G3KXR1D5.SMALL.jpg AngryRedhead Magic and mystery, Are part of their history, Along with the secret, Of gummiberry juice. Their legend is growing, They take pride in knowing, They'll fight for what's right, In whatever they do. Gummi Bears!! Bouncing here and there and everywhere. High adventure that's beyond compare. ...
By: AngryRedhead

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Dec 2009 10:00:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Too-Bloody-Hot/
Too Bloody Hot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/FMOA/G3BRIT85/FODFMOAG3BRIT85.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/FMOA/G3BRIT85/FODFMOAG3BRIT85.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/FMOA/G3BRIT85/FODFMOAG3BRIT85.SMALL.jpg quinn The key to this Bloody Mary variation is vodka infused with spicy peppers.  It lends a rounder, more unique flavor than just dashing in some hot sauce, and despite the title, it's not one of those concoctions that is so spicy as to be unpleasant. This any many more cocktail recipes can be found on ...
By: quinn

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:20:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Irish-Car-Bomb-Cupcakes/
Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes with Whiskey and Baileys - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/RJCX/GJQEBPTV/FHJRJCXGJQEBPTV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/RJCX/GJQEBPTV/FHJRJCXGJQEBPTV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHJ/RJCX/GJQEBPTV/FHJRJCXGJQEBPTV.SMALL.jpg shesparticular The only way a good stout beer, whiskey, and Irish cream liquor could be better is if they were mixed together - a la an Irish Car Bomb. Better still though, would be mixing it all up with some chocolate in the form of rich Guinness chocolate cupcakes, filled with Jameson chocolate ganache, and topp...
By: shesparticular

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:57:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-Brew-Hard-Cider-from-Scratch/
Home Brew Hard Cider from Scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/K43U/FLXYLAFW/FMHK43UFLXYLAFW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/K43U/FLXYLAFW/FMHK43UFLXYLAFW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMH/K43U/FLXYLAFW/FMHK43UFLXYLAFW.SMALL.jpg actsofsubterfuge Now that it's fall and the apples are ripe in my neck of the woods (New Hampshire), I thought I'd share a recipe for home brew hard cider. It's a very simple first-time home brew and it's very rewarding. I've never liked the taste of beer or any other alcohol for that matter, but a good cider is...
By: actsofsubterfuge

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:49:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-REAL-ginger-beer-recipe/
The REAL ginger beer recipe! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/FYMZ/FU6LZRHI/FR8FYMZFU6LZRHI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/FYMZ/FU6LZRHI/FR8FYMZFU6LZRHI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR8/FYMZ/FU6LZRHI/FR8FYMZFU6LZRHI.SMALL.jpg tim_n This instructable features making ginger beer from a real GBP plant, not yeast which has been in existance for probably centuries.  If you've drunk commercial ginger beer it's nothing like this, it has a much smoother, tangy, fuller flavour than the sharp crisp versions made with just yeast. Oh how...
By: tim_n

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:01:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-delicious-coffee-liqueur/
How to make delicious coffee liqueur - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/GWBL/FTRJ73QY/FCWGWBLFTRJ73QY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/GWBL/FTRJ73QY/FCWGWBLFTRJ73QY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCW/GWBL/FTRJ73QY/FCWGWBLFTRJ73QY.SMALL.jpg brawns214 Sure you can get reasonable coffee liqueur (liquor) at vons for $30.00, but this instructable shows one way of making it for dubiously less cost and with much more personality! Making liqueurs takes patience and a devotion to the final product. There will be many opportunities to take short cuts, bu...
By: brawns214

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:17:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vacuum-Infused-Fruit-Cocktails/
Vacuum Infused Fruit Cocktails - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/M0J9/FS6PPYJF/FV4M0J9FS6PPYJF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/M0J9/FS6PPYJF/FV4M0J9FS6PPYJF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV4/M0J9/FS6PPYJF/FV4M0J9FS6PPYJF.SMALL.jpg noahw These fruit cocktails aren't the ones that come in the metal cans that you ate for lunch as a kid. These babies are gastronomical creations involving highly aerated fruits, combinations of alcoholic beverages and a vacuum chamber. Think of pouring a bottle of booze into a watermelon, multiply it b...
By: noahw

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2009 12:21:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Edible-Shot-Glasses/
Gummi Shot Glasses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/CKL5/FS8O1UV3/F92CKL5FS8O1UV3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/CKL5/FS8O1UV3/F92CKL5FS8O1UV3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/CKL5/FS8O1UV3/F92CKL5FS8O1UV3.SMALL.jpg shesparticular It's always the same. . .you get drunk, you get hungry. Wouldn't it be great to have a shot glass you could snarf down as soon as it was empty? Gummi shot glasses are shown here, but the same idea could be applied to chocolate with or without various jams as filling, or other candies (gummi-types a...
By: shesparticular

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Mar 2009 18:34:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Coconut-Rum/
Homemade Coconut Rum - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/7FEH/FQPTZQVR/F3S7FEHFQPTZQVR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/7FEH/FQPTZQVR/F3S7FEHFQPTZQVR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3S/7FEH/FQPTZQVR/F3S7FEHFQPTZQVR.SMALL.jpg mobileagent Do you like flavored spirits? Are you the sort of person who likes to make their own things from scratch (If you're reading this, you might be!)? Do you want coconut rum, but are pretty sure you won't want it for about ten days, give or take? Then this Instructable is for you! We'll walk you thr...
By: mobileagent

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Feb 2009 10:40:09 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Limoncello/
How To Make Limoncello - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/3914/FLQAM2KA/FCG3914FLQAM2KA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/3914/FLQAM2KA/FCG3914FLQAM2KA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/3914/FLQAM2KA/FCG3914FLQAM2KA.SMALL.jpg tellumo Limoncello is a sweet, lemon-flavored Italian liqueur. Unlike many liqueurs, it's very easy to make at home, requiring only the most basic of ingredients and tools. Doing so is easy but rewarding--from a scientific perspective for the chemistry involved in the process, and from a culinary perspectiv...
By: tellumo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:11:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Shoot-the-Rainbow-Skittles-Vodka/
Shoot the Rainbow: Skittles Vodka - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FKW/PYMP/FGPJ02D0/FKWPYMPFGPJ02D0.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKW/PYMP/FGPJ02D0/FKWPYMPFGPJ02D0.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKW/PYMP/FGPJ02D0/FKWPYMPFGPJ02D0.SMALL.jpg applesticker Vodka = Yum, Skittles = Yum, Vodka + Skittles = Yum?! Ingredients There are just two ingredients in this Instructable: vodka and Skittles. Skittles You need to end up with 180g of each flavor of Skittle. Since Skittles are approximately 1g each, you can accomplish this with 180 skittles. We use...
By: applesticker

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:54:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stainless-Steel-JiggerPony-Shot-Glass/
Stainless Steel Jigger/Pony Shot Glass - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FD1/MT4O/FFNEHK5E/FD1MT4OFFNEHK5E.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FD1/MT4O/FFNEHK5E/FD1MT4OFFNEHK5E.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FD1/MT4O/FFNEHK5E/FD1MT4OFFNEHK5E.SMALL.jpg grahmaustin Using 1.5" Dia. stainless steel shaft stock from a marine pump, I lathed out a Jigger/Pony Shot Glass, which is a bartender's measuring glass for shots. Jigger = 1.5oz, and Pony = 1.0 oz. I do not know what kind of steel it is, but I imagine it had to stand up to saltwater, so Im just going to assum...
By: grahmaustin

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 1 May 2008 10:39:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-wine/
How to Make Wine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/XWY7/FEQHFIBQ/FEUXWY7FEQHFIBQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/XWY7/FEQHFIBQ/FEUXWY7FEQHFIBQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/XWY7/FEQHFIBQ/FEUXWY7FEQHFIBQ.SMALL.jpg Seakip18 Making wine is actually pretty idiot proof, with the right stuff, equipment, and sanitizing again and again. In this Instructable, you'll learn how to make fruit wines, including grape wines. This instructable will focus on the techniques, equipment and materials, rather than recipes. You'll need ...
By: Seakip18

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