The Blue Blazer was invented by Jerry Thomas while he worked at the El Dorado in San Francisco. It might not be the earliest known heated alcoholic beverage but it's preparation is very unique. This version is essentially a Hot Toddy done Blue Blazer style. After a few practice rounds, (BE CAREFUL!) this is a great drink to bring behind the bar or to impress your friends at home. Don't forget to make your Old Fashioned Simple Syrup first.
Hot Toddy - Blue Blazer Style
Instructions
add boiling water to one of two large metal or ceramic mugs
add remaining ingredients to the second mug and ignite with fire
slowly begin rolling the alcoholic ingredients and the water back and forth from mug to mug
as you roll the drink, position your mugs and farther and farther apart vertically to increase the length of the flame
once thoroughly mixed, add cinnamon and quickly cap one mug with the other to snuff the flame
serve in a goblet or snifter with a slice of lemon
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Jamie Boudreau
From simple garnishes to the most complex molecular mixology, Jamie Boudreau takes you through tips and techniques that are paramount to today's bartender.
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A bit of advice to those who want to try this at home: do it over the sink the first few times. The last thing you need is burning alcohol going all over the counter or floor.
Great flourish with the cinnamon, Jamie!
Cheers!
Blair Frodelius
http://goodspiritsnews.wordpress.com
And I’ll point out that it can be important to choose the right mugs to do this with. A simple metal mug will end up getting really hot handles. Jamie is using a special insulated mug here that works really well for this task. You can find them here:
http://stainlesshouseware.com/Brilliant-DoubleWalled-Stainless-Steel-Large-16/M/B000QKP8XS.htm
-Robert
Love this, I’m used to flaming blazers with a butane torch but this is a really solid technique!
While you are pouring do you look for a particular consistency as one might when stirring? I’m not sure when you know you’ve flamed “enough.”
I need little advice! I can’t get the flame going well it doesn’t even start to be honest!
What would you guys suggest?