We recently attended Harding’s latest mixology class, where their Head Mixologist, Derrick Turner, taught us how to make three cocktails using Champagne (or sparkling wine) in an hour. All three drinks are perfect to serve at holiday parties.
Key ingredients for our cocktails
Key ingredients/notes:
- Spirits are measured and poured in seconds. Every 2 seconds is equal to .5 ounces. Six seconds equals 1.5 ounces and eight seconds equals 2 ounces. According to Derrick, by law bartenders must pour 6 or 8 seconds. If they pour less, call ’em out!
- Simple syrup is a 1:1 ratio of sugar and water. Bring the sugar and water a boil in a small saucepan set over high heat. Remove from heat and cool. Pour into a jar or bottle and store in the fridge for up to a month.
Here are the recipes of the cocktails we created:
Countdown
- 1 oz St Plantation Rum
- 1⁄2 oz Pama Pomegranate Liqueur
- 1⁄2 oz Simple Syrup
- Top with Sparkling Rose Rim Glass with Sugar
Apple Pie Rye
- 3⁄4 oz Spiced Apple Cider
- 1 1⁄2 oz Old Overhault Rye
- 1⁄4 oz Maple Syrup
- Top with Sparkling Brut
- Dash of Angostura
- Garnish with Orange and Lemon Peel
Apple Pie Rye
The Poinsettia
- 1⁄2 Sprig Rosemary
- Handful of Fresh Raspberry
- Muddle berries on Top of Rosemary
- 1⁄2 oz Simple Syrup
- 2 oz Bourbon
- Pinch of Cinnamon
- 5 Dashes of Orange Bitters
- Top with Brut
- Serve Up and Garnish with Fresh Mint
The Poinsettia
About Harding’s
Located at 32 East 21st Street in Manhattan’s vibrant Flatiron District, Harding’s offers a selection of artisanal New American cuisine and craft spirits in a chic and rustic setting. With an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients, Harding’s inspired menu fuses modern influences with punches of Americana. Harding’s also offers an extensive American beer, wine, and spirits menu, as well as an array of classic cocktails created by the restaurant’s expert mixologists. Exposed brick walls, antique mirrors, vintage chandeliers, and an oversized, century-old American flag evoke an air of nostalgia in this two-level landmark building. Harding’s is open for lunch and dinner Monday – Friday, on Saturday for brunch and dinner, and on Sunday for brunch, only.
Harding’s
32 East 21st Street (between Broadway & Park Ave. S.)
New York, NY
Tel: (212) 600-2105
www.hardingsnyc.com
