Kathy Casey’s Liquid Kitchen™

The hot buttered rum is a classic winter drink. Hot and steaming, it warms the hands and the spirit on a cold winters day. But, why not take it to a seriously off the charts level and combine with another holiday favorite, Egg Nog? Uber Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow speed pourer, ProJig

The Manhattan cocktail should be inducted into the cocktail hall of fame! When made correctly, it is a perfectly balanced and delicious cocktail. Why not take your next Manhattan up a notch and celebrate the holidays in style with gold gilded cherries!? Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™, Prostirrer and the Juliep Strainer.

The classic martini is headed for big changes. With so many complex character vodkas and new century gins on the market, each new spirit adds a twist to the classic flavor profile of the martini. In this episode of Liquid Kitchen™, Kathy mixes up a modern martini with Bainbridge Organic Distilleries Legacy Vodka and serves it with delicious Olive Poppers. Uber Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™ and StrainRay™ strainer.

The Margarita is a delicious cocktail and one of the most consumed mixed drinks on the planet. Taking it up a notch with this classic with a colorful blue coral rimmed glass gives it eye appeal. Launch it into the stratosphere with ice from Glace Luxury Ice and a Grand Marnier Foam using an iSi Cream Whipper and you have something truly special. Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™ and StrainRay™ strainer.

Cocktail foams add elegance, texture and mouth feel to any cocktail. They can also add subtle flavors with the addition of spirits, fruits and liqueurs. In this version, Kathy uses Grand Marnier to heighten the flavor profile of the Black and Blue Cadillac Margarita.

In Swedish, frisk means fresh. This cocktail, the Frisk, is the epitome of fresh: fresh ingredients and fresh flavor set off by a hint of caraway from a quality aquavit and a complex character vodka. Uber Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow speed pourer, ProJig and the ProCrush Muddler.

After a visit to Italy, Kathy was inspired to create these marinated olives and grappa and lemon infused vermouth. What better way to bring a bit of Tuscany into an ice cold martini? You can use any type of olive you prefer and they only get better the longer they are marinated. A bowl of the marinated olives makes a great party snack as well! Uber Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow speed pourer, ProJig, StrainRay strainer and Prostirrer

The Honey Hum Collins was inspired by local honey and HUM, a unique herbal liqueur. Combined with Maker's 46 they create a deliciously flavorful twist on the classic Collins. *Check out the HUM site for stores that carry it. Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™ and StrainRay™ strainer.

Once you have your seasonal fruit purees ready to go, why not use them in a delicious Seasonal Lemon Drop? Each fruit provides a whole new experience for your palate. Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™ and Juliep Strainer.

The French 75 originated in France during World War I as a celebratory cocktail after hard won victories. Citrus comes to the forefront in this version through the use of homemade limoncello rounded out by locally sourced honey syrup. Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™, ProCrush Muddler and the Juliep Strainer.

Tiki drinks, in particular blended drinks, are coming back in a big way. The Piña Colada is one of the best of the bunch. In this episode, Kathy blends one in her Vitamix blender and makes it a bit luxurious with an aged rum float. Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer and ProJig™.

The Berry Purity H2O plays into the Spa Sip and H20 cocktail trend for those imbibers that are looking for a dryer-style cocktail that’s easy on the waistline. It is light and refreshing and full of flavor from the berry water and the complex character of Purity Vodka. Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™ and StrainRay™ strainer.

Making seasonal fruit purees is a simple and easy way to bring color and amazing flavor a your cocktails and dishes. A Vitamix blender makes quick and handy work of a variety of fruits. Don't forget to use your creations in the Seasonal Lemon Drop!

Traditionally, the Daiquiri is made with three ingredients: rum, lime juice and sugar. It is shaken with ice and strained into a cocktail glass. This classic sour style cocktail is hard to beat. That being said, utilizing seasonal whole fruits, like strawberries, and the power of a Vitamix blender, you can create a delicious blended daiquiri that is a perfect way to beat the heat.

Manhattans are delicious to drink. They can also be fabulous eating! This Manhattan Bundt Cake created by Kathy Casey is testament to that. Topped with bourbon spiked glaze this is sure to impress your guests this holiday season. Über Bar Tools as seen in this video include: ProFlow™ speed pourer, ProJig™, Prostirrer and the Juliep Strainer.

Flavored salts are simple and easy to make with the Vitamix Barboss Advance. In this episode, Kathy Casey demonstrates how to make a DIY citrus salt that can be used to rim a cocktail glass and goes perfectly with grilled fish and chicken.

Full of cranberry, orange and zesty ginger, the Ginger Rouge could be the perfect Thanksgiving cocktail!

Similar to the Whole Fruit Blended Daiquiri this version of the Margarita uses the entire fruit, not just the juice, to create great texture. A float of mescal and a Citrus Salt rim adds a little extra wow factor.