Punch Drunk Love at Marisol at the Cliffs

   Once a month Marisol at the Cliffs features an array of unique cocktails tastefully mixed by Chef Gregg Wangard. For the month of August imaginations went wild with a Caramel Gala Apple, Tomato/Vodka Consomme, and Lemoncello. Each one was carfully crafted and seasoned, making your tastebuds think they were much more than a drink.
   I got a chance to tour the kitchen and learn the science behind the drinks. Each has a rare flavor and deserves a toast and taste!!!

Caramel Gala Apple 

   The Caramel Gala Apple cocktail was made with juice from a freshly pressed gala apple, butterscotch schnapps, apple champagne, and apple vodka. The drink is best made to order and has a light, bubbly  apple taste with a deliciouse butterscotch note at the end.

Tomato/Vodka Consomme

   The Tomato/Vodka Consomme was made with tomatoes, onions, carrots, and celery. All were pureed, cooked, and strained in order to give the consomme a vegetable essence. The consomme was then mixed with vodka, baby tomatoes, chopped celery, and diced jalapeno to be served. This is a refreshing, hearty drink that developes a kick the longer it sits. 

*** Food Science Fact: Acid from the tomatoes brings out impurities from the liquid as it simmers. The protiens in the egg whites help these solids blend at the top, forming a raft which purifies the liquid.   

Lemoncello 

   The Lemoncello was made well in advance by allowing the rind from twenty pounds of lemon to soak in vodka for five days. This cocktail has a candied lemon zest flavor without being too over-powering and is served with ice and fresh basil leaves. 

Chef Gregg hard at work 

   I had a wonderful time interacting with the staff at Marisol at the Cliffs and will see you there soon!!! 

***Drinks made especially for Punch Drunk Love***