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Showing posts with label tequila. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tequila. Show all posts

Saturday, October 6, 2018

NEW VIDEO: Orangecello Margarita


Above: The KQ Orangecello Margarita

NEW VIDEO: Orangecello Margarita

Our obsession with colorful margarita cocktails continues and this time KQ host Mitch Hightower shows you how to make his recipe for an Orangecello Margarita. This mix is less sweet than a classic margarita, yet still has that amazing orange flavor we love.

See how we make it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02rGiCYIIDE

Below: Graphics for Season 4, Episode 18


Saturday, October 21, 2017

NEW VIDEO: Midnight Margarita

Above: Graphic for KQ Season 3, Episode 17.

NEW VIDEO: Midnight Margarita

This cocktail looks black at first glance, but is actually a very deep purple color.  KQ host Mitch Hightower shows how to mix this cocktail, as well as how to create the gold sea salt rim during KQ Season 3, Episode 17.

Watch the Midnight Margarita video here:

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Three Day Weekend: How About a Margarita!

Above: Graphic for the KQ Melon Margarita episode.

Three Day Weekend: How About a Margarita!

Around here silver tequila is often the preferred special occasion spirit, so with the three day holiday weekend right around the corner, check out three KQ Margarita recipes.  One for each day!

Watch all of the Kitchen Queers cocktail videos here:

Enjoy and Happy Labor Day!

Below: A beauty shot of the Kitchen Queers Pink Margarita. 

Above: Graphic for the KQ Pineapple Margarita episode.

Below: The KQ Pineapple Margarita with a pineapple wedge garnish dipped in Black Lava Salt.



Wednesday, July 5, 2017

NEW VIDEO: Pineapple Margarita

Above: Graphic for KQ Season 3, Episode 7.

NEW VIDEO: Pineapple Margarita

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower demonstrates his mix that is a twist on a classic Margarita and features a pineapple chunk dipped in black lava salt as a garnish.

Video here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmi4fJQ4cVNHfHFu09RK25g

Thursday, March 30, 2017

ON THE SET: Taping the "Pink Margarita" Episode

Above: The Kitchen Queers bar set decorated in a pink color scheme.

ON THE SET: Taping the "Pink Margarita" Episode
By Mitch Hightower

Today we taped another cocktail episode, this time featuring the KQ Pink Margarita. Silver tequila is my favorite spirit, and the salted rim is my favorite element of this drink. Besides it being pink, of course! Look for this, and many more food and cocktail episodes coming up soon for KQ Season 3.



Saturday, March 4, 2017

New Cocktail Test: Pink Margarita

Above: The KQ Pink Margarita.

New Cocktail Test: Pink Margarita

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower has been very busy creating new cocktail recipes for upcoming KQ Season Three episodes. This cocktail is called a "Pink Margarita" and has all the elements you expect in this tequila based drink.  Plus, it's pink!.



Tuesday, September 1, 2015

TIPSY TUESDAY: Tequini Sunrise

Above: The KQ Tequini Sunrise.  The cocktail on the left has been stirred.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Tequini Sunrise
by Chef Mitch

We retooled the classic Tequila Sunrise, by shaking it with ice and serving it "martini style".  You can let the grenadine float at the bottom, or stir the cocktail after pouring to create a vibrant and colorful drink.

Check out the photo tutorial for the Tequini Sunrise here:

REMINDER: Enlarge the images by clicking on them.

Below: Mitch adds the grenadine to a Tequini Sunrise cocktail. 

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

TIPSY TUESDAY: Mint Margarita

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Mint Margarita.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Mint Margarita

This very tasty cocktail features silver tequila and creme de menthe.  Check out the photo tutorial that shows exactly how to mix this drink here:


Tuesday, June 30, 2015

TIPSY TUESDAY: Melon Margarita

Above: Mitch pours a Melon Margarita.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Melon Margarita
by Chef Mitch

One of our favorite summer cocktails is the KQ Melon Margarita.  In this case it's being served in a tumbler over ice.  If you like melon and tequila, this is the cocktail for you!

Review the recipe and photo tutorial for this beverage here:


Tuesday, June 2, 2015

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Pink Raspberry Tequini.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini
by Chef Mitch

If you've been following KQ then you likely already know we are fans of serving drinks Martini style even when they don't contain Martini ingredients.  The Pink Raspberry Tequini features silver tequila and is the perfect pink drink for a pink Pride celebration.

Review the recipe and photo tutorial here:

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Below: A duo of Pink Raspberry Tequini cocktails. 

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

ON THE SET: Taping New Episodes

Above: KQ Host Mitch Hightower on the KQ set.

ON THE SET: Taping New Episodes
by Chef Mitch

We're back on the set taping new tutorials you'll be able to view very soon.  In the image above, I've just finished demonstrating how to make a "Blue Tequini".

Find the Blue Tequini recipe here:


Tuesday, February 10, 2015

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Diamond Cocktail

Above: The KQ Pink Diamond Cocktail.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Diamond Cocktail
by Chef Mitch

Smooth, creamy and just the right shade of pastel pink.  Learn how to make this fashionable cocktail here:

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Below: Chef Mitch adds ingredients to a cocktail shaker for the Pink Diamond Cocktail. 

Tuesday, February 3, 2015

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Pink Raspberry Tequini.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Raspberry Tequini
by Chef Mitch

You likely know from reading this BLOG that I'm a big fan of silver tequila.  I also like bold and brightly colored cocktails.  This mix is a great tasting tequila drink, and the intense color makes it perfect when you need a pink Signature Cocktail.

Check out the tutorial on how to mix this cocktail here:

Below: The Pink Raspberry tequini is a margarita served like a martini. 

Tuesday, January 6, 2015

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Diamond Cocktail

Above: The KQ Pink Diamond cocktail garnished with white chocolate swizzle sticks.

TIPSY TUESDAY: Pink Diamond Cocktail
by Chef Mitch

Tequila, cream and chocolate liqueur combine in this frothy cocktail.  It's rich and decadent.  View the recipe and photo tutorial here: http://www.kitchenqueers.com/beverage/pinkdiamond/

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Learn how to make the White Chocolate Swizzle Sticks, CLICK HERE.

Below: Chef Mitch pours a round of Pink Diamond cocktails. 

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

TEQUILA: Why Silver is Better Than Gold

Above: The KQ Blue Tequini cocktail made with silver tequila.

TEQUILA: Why Silver is Better Than Gold
by Chef Mitch

When we think of precious metals we usually associate more value with gold than silver.

But the same isn't always true for tequila.  Unless the tequila is very high-end, aged tequila, the gold color you find in the more common brands is created by adding caramel to the mix.  Not only does this change the color to golden hues, it also adds a significant amount of sugar and creates an oily consistency.  This is why gold tequila hangovers are so nasty.

Silver tequila, even lower-end brands will give you more natural tequila, (agave), flavor.

In this posting you'll find three of my favorite tequila cocktails.  They're easy to make and the bold colors create a great presentation for a party or other event.

Cheers!

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Below: The KQ Melon Margarita Verde.  Find the recipe for this cocktail, CLICK HERE.

Above: Chef Mitch pours a Melon Margarita Verde in the online recipe tutorial.

Above:  The KQ Pink Raspberry Tequini is sweet and fruity.  Learn how to make this cocktail, CLICK HERE.