food sectionfood sectionSeveral models of GE refrigerator come with an ice dispenser that produces different types of ice and sometimes ice water. Still, this convenient item does nothing for the homeowner when it malfunctions. A problem with the icemaker is traceable to several possible causes and, in the case of an icemaker stuck on crushed ice, may involve several moving parts.
Crushing releases the aromatic oils within rosemary. The long, needle-like herb is also tough and uncomfortable to eat whole in uncooked dishes. Crushing makes it more palatable so you can fully enjoy the flavor of the rosemary. The herb is typically sold whole since crushing shortens the storage life of the rosemary. You don't need an herb grinder or other expensive kitchen implement to crush rosemary; crush it at home using common kitchen utensils.
Summer drinks, cocktails and snowcones aren't the same without an ample supply of crushed ice. Though appliances --- such as a blender --- are typically used for crushing the ice, they aren't necessary. Common items found in nearly every home crush ice with a minimum of time and effort, so you don't need to buy a blender for that last minute party. Prepare the ice ahead of time so it's ready to serve.
Canadian whiskey and rye are synonymous in drinking circles. Rye consists of fermented corn, wheat, rye, barley and barley malt. The Canadian government does not dictate how much grain goes into rye like the United States government does. Rye is aged in oak barrels then shipped to foreign countries where the importing country pours the whiskey into glass bottles. Rye is a blend of grain whiskeys, all of different ages. Exported rye is 80 proof and domestic Canadian Rye is 86.8 proof.
While having a blender is a great aid in the kitchen, sometimes they break down or don't do as good a job as you wanted, especially when it comes to crushing ice. If you want to crush ice without a blender, you just need a couple of household tools to do the job quickly and easily.
Smoothies, slushes or more adult beverages, such as the classic daiquiri, can't be made with standard ice cubes. Crushed ice made into small chunks or even smaller slivers makes all the difference when it comes to those smooth, icy mixes. You can purchase crushed ice in the store -- if you can find it, that is -- but there is no sense going to the extra expense when you can have crushed ice at home in just minutes.
When you are making an alcoholic drink or want to water down a drink, a couple of ice cubes should do the trick. But there may come a time when a drink calls for shaved, blended or chips of ice, and an ice cube just won't do. Although you could put the ice cube into a plastic bag and smash it, it would be better in these types of situations to blend a cup of ice in a blender instead.
Drinks not only quench thirst, but they also satisfy the mouth. The type of ice used in a drink plays a role into the mouth's feel of the beverage. Crushed ice also reduces the work on a blender motor when used in blended beverages. To create crushed ice for a drink, you do not need a fancy ice shredder. Just look in your toolbox for what you need to make crushed ice at home.
Add a restaurant-quality touch to your homemade drinks by serving them with freshly crushed ice. Crushing ice quickly in a strong blender is the best way to achieve the fine consistency that is perfect for smoothies and cocktails. This method rapidly exposes more of the frozen surface.
A Moraine cooler cocktail is an old-fashioned cocktail made from orange Curacao and Riesling wine. While the Moraine cooler cocktail may have been at the height of its popularity during the 1930s, it is still a refreshing, satisfying drink that everyone should try. This recipe makes four Moraine cooler cocktails, but you can alter the ingredients as needed. You can even make a pitcher of Moraine coolers and keep it on plenty of ice until needed.
A rye sidecar is a fresh, new take on a classic bar cocktail. Legend has it that the original sidecar, made with brandy and a splash of orange, was invented at Harry McElhone's legendary New York Bar in Paris, France. It is said that he invented it for a regular customer who often arrived at the bar in the sidecar of a motorcycle driven by his chauffeur. This recipe makes two rye sidecars, though it can be halved if you are only making one drink.
The rosemary gimlet provides a fresh, new take on the classic English gin gimlet. Traditionally made of only gin and Rose's lime juice in equal proportions, gimlets have long been one of the most popular drinks prepared in bars, restaurants and private homes. The rosemary gimlet is truly a fusion cocktail, adding fresh rosemary for herbal flavor, sweet and dry vermouth for depth and freshly squeezed lemon juice for a strong yet delicate finish. This recipe makes two rosemary gimlets.
Some people prefer ice cubes over crushed ice in their cold drinks because they tend to melt slower, leaving their drink undiluted for a longer period of time. Those who enjoy slushy drinks or snow cones need soft crushed ice to make these refreshing treats. The difference between crushed ice and soft crushed ice is all about the consistency. Crushed ice is just ice cubes crushed into smaller pieces; soft crushed ice is ice that has been broken up almost to a powdery consistency.
Dry ice is a fun tool to jazz up any beverage. Use it in your favorite cocktail, at your next dinner party or to make a fun bubbling Halloween brew. Here are some tips on using dry ice in a cocktail and a few cocktail ideas to use it in.
