HOLIDAY BOOZE AND BITTERS

Do you have a tradition that survives, or evolves, over time? My dad, bless his heart, would make fruitcake every year for the holidays. I think the only reason people ate it was the high level of bourbon he used to get the “flavor” just right.

It was not my favorite so, while I have the recipe, I have not been brave enough to make it again. While he might be disappointed from “on high,” I am positive he would approve of Big Guy making Christmas Booze and T. Higgs Bitters.  If you are interested, you can find the recipe at our website:  T. Higgs Original Handmade Orange Bitters - CARONDELET KITCHEN
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It all started Back in 2008 we were lucky to have a new neighbor move into the house next door.  Truman Higgins was a furry fluff ball with energy to burn.  He quickly became a regular in the Carondelet Kitchen and was welcomed as a member of our family.  When his family moved away, we were, once again, lucky enough to be puppy-sitters for my buddy Truman.  I always said we got old together!  Truman passed away a few years ago after a long and loving life, but his memory still adds spice to our lives just like the bitters that bear his name.

The Booze and the Bitters both start with a similar process.  The difference is the addition of a secret recipe of bittering agents (sorry, not giving away that secret) The bitters also have an extra year of aging in oak.
 
The Booze takes an entire year to mature, but the reviews have been favorable from family and friends who have been lucky enough to get their own bottle. I personally love using my bottle to make hot toddies on a cold winter’s night!