That was more entertaining than expected, not enough to subscribe or attempt to see through the stereotypical youtube thumbnails for what else might be good, but entertaining nonetheless. I'll...
That was more entertaining than expected, not enough to subscribe or attempt to see through the stereotypical youtube thumbnails for what else might be good, but entertaining nonetheless.
Based on the views (sorted by popular), he's probably most well known for his movie/tv/videogame inspired/themed drinks videos (a bit like Binging With Babish but for booze), but I actually much...
Based on the views (sorted by popular), he's probably most well known for his movie/tv/videogame inspired/themed drinks videos (a bit like Binging With Babish but for booze), but I actually much prefer his History, Cursed/Worst Cocktails, and the recently started Fixing Drinks episodes.
No prob. And yeah, I don't really care much for the pop culture reference stuff either. Although there have been a few of his drink creations from those episodes that I would like to try...
No prob. And yeah, I don't really care much for the pop culture reference stuff either. Although there have been a few of his drink creations from those episodes that I would like to try eventually. E.g. Homemade Sunset Sarsaparilla from Fallout: New Vegas.
I checked the video out because I immediately knew that it was Żubrówka from that mention, and, as I suspected, the truth is unfortunate. Most of it in the US and Canada is "fake" since the grass...
I checked the video out because I immediately knew that it was Żubrówka from that mention, and, as I suspected, the truth is unfortunate. Most of it in the US and Canada is "fake" since the grass isn't FDA approved, and has a different taste to it, and it seems that the vid creator has the American variant. The real stuff is a bit better; it's worth buying to at least try it.
I don't quite recall, so take it with a grain of salt, but I think it's the same grass, just preprocessed to make sure it does fit regulations. The preprocessing step removes some of the taste....
I don't quite recall, so take it with a grain of salt, but I think it's the same grass, just preprocessed to make sure it does fit regulations. The preprocessing step removes some of the taste. That's why I put "fake" in quotes; it's a different process than the original.
Before 2010 Żubrówka was illegal in the United States because the grass it is made from contains coumarin which the FDA classifies as a "substances generally prohibited from direct addition or use as human food." Since 2011 the manufacturers have made a version of Żubrówka from rye grain which aims to have a flavor similar to the original.
Rye grain is the replacement
And that coumarin has a "sweet odor resembling the scent of vanilla and a bitter taste".
its been a while -- but I think its slightly herbal but also sweet. Sort of like vanilla grass, I guess. I went through a time of drinking it straight and liked it enough. It isn't vodka, but if...
its been a while -- but I think its slightly herbal but also sweet. Sort of like vanilla grass, I guess. I went through a time of drinking it straight and liked it enough.
It isn't vodka, but if you're into herbal stuff, though, Becherovka is fantastic. Its a better Jager.
I absolutely despise Jager, so that's not exactly a ringing endorsement of Becherovka, even if it is an improvement over it. ;) I do occasionally enjoy other herbal/bitter liqueurs (Campari,...
I absolutely despise Jager, so that's not exactly a ringing endorsement of Becherovka, even if it is an improvement over it. ;) I do occasionally enjoy other herbal/bitter liqueurs (Campari, Amaro), cocktails (Negronis), and even sodas (Brio, which is a local Chinotto I have quite often) though... so I might have to check out Bison Grass vodka, and maybe even give Becherovka a chance, at some point.
haha -- Becherovka is more cinnamon and ginger with a dark honey base. Get it (and the bison grass) at a bar or somewhere in case you hate it. Its one of those things I never knew of, but now that...
haha -- Becherovka is more cinnamon and ginger with a dark honey base. Get it (and the bison grass) at a bar or somewhere in case you hate it. Its one of those things I never knew of, but now that I do, I see it everywhere.
I didn't realize Brio is Canadian! That's awesome.
Oh, you have had Brio before? Neat! It's made here in Toronto (in North York), and has been a staple of the Italian pizzerias, bakeries, and markets here in Ontario for decades now. I typically...
Oh, you have had Brio before? Neat! It's made here in Toronto (in North York), and has been a staple of the Italian pizzerias, bakeries, and markets here in Ontario for decades now. I typically get a can whenever I pick up some cannolis, grab a slice, or order a pizza delivered. :)
Hah! I know what you mean. And it probably doesn't help that their logo, packaging, and even their marketing does its damnedest to make it look as if it's imported from Italy too, what with all...
it looks too good to be canadian :)
Hah! I know what you mean. And it probably doesn't help that their logo, packaging, and even their marketing does its damnedest to make it look as if it's imported from Italy too, what with all the Italian flags and flag colours they use. But nope, created and bottled right here in T-dot. ;)
That was more entertaining than expected, not enough to subscribe or attempt to see through the stereotypical youtube thumbnails for what else might be good, but entertaining nonetheless.
I'll still stick to bourbon.
Based on the views (sorted by popular), he's probably most well known for his movie/tv/videogame inspired/themed drinks videos (a bit like Binging With Babish but for booze), but I actually much prefer his History, Cursed/Worst Cocktails, and the recently started Fixing Drinks episodes.
p.s. Some other random good ones = Mystery booze, Drinks from garbage, Drinks from awful bottles, Even worse bottles, Drink robots + Disassembling them.
Thank you for the suggestions, I'll check those out as I have zero interest in the whole recreated-pop-culture-reference recipes of any type.
No prob. And yeah, I don't really care much for the pop culture reference stuff either. Although there have been a few of his drink creations from those episodes that I would like to try eventually. E.g. Homemade Sunset Sarsaparilla from Fallout: New Vegas.
That Bison Grass vodka isn't too bad. Don't buy it -- but if you're at a party and its there, try it out.
I checked the video out because I immediately knew that it was Żubrówka from that mention, and, as I suspected, the truth is unfortunate. Most of it in the US and Canada is "fake" since the grass isn't FDA approved, and has a different taste to it, and it seems that the vid creator has the American variant. The real stuff is a bit better; it's worth buying to at least try it.
weird that there's such a dramatic difference. What is the fake grass made of?
I don't quite recall, so take it with a grain of salt, but I think it's the same grass, just preprocessed to make sure it does fit regulations. The preprocessing step removes some of the taste. That's why I put "fake" in quotes; it's a different process than the original.
United States variant
Rye grain is the replacement
And that coumarin has a "sweet odor resembling the scent of vanilla and a bitter taste".
well, that’s lame. there are some odd regulations out there.
Does it actually taste like "the smell of fresh cut grass" as Meredith said? If so, I could see that actually being kinda interesting.
its been a while -- but I think its slightly herbal but also sweet. Sort of like vanilla grass, I guess. I went through a time of drinking it straight and liked it enough.
It isn't vodka, but if you're into herbal stuff, though, Becherovka is fantastic. Its a better Jager.
I absolutely despise Jager, so that's not exactly a ringing endorsement of Becherovka, even if it is an improvement over it. ;) I do occasionally enjoy other herbal/bitter liqueurs (Campari, Amaro), cocktails (Negronis), and even sodas (Brio, which is a local Chinotto I have quite often) though... so I might have to check out Bison Grass vodka, and maybe even give Becherovka a chance, at some point.
haha -- Becherovka is more cinnamon and ginger with a dark honey base. Get it (and the bison grass) at a bar or somewhere in case you hate it. Its one of those things I never knew of, but now that I do, I see it everywhere.
I didn't realize Brio is Canadian! That's awesome.
Oh, you have had Brio before? Neat! It's made here in Toronto (in North York), and has been a staple of the Italian pizzerias, bakeries, and markets here in Ontario for decades now. I typically get a can whenever I pick up some cannolis, grab a slice, or order a pizza delivered. :)
yeah, it isn’t everywhere out west, but not hard to find. usually smaller shops carry it. it looks too good to be canadian :)
Hah! I know what you mean. And it probably doesn't help that their logo, packaging, and even their marketing does its damnedest to make it look as if it's imported from Italy too, what with all the Italian flags and flag colours they use. But nope, created and bottled right here in T-dot. ;)