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Receta Caprese Margarita from the Crimson Canary
by Barbara Kiebel

I’ve written before about joining a group of Denverites for #TwEATDrink and I finally made my way downtown again last week for another event organized by my Twitter pal Sarah Gore. This time the destination was the Crimson Canary on Broadway (certainly one reason for my attendance…it’s close!). I had called and talked to a manager a couple of days prior to the event to see if it would be a problem for me to acquire a recipe from them for a specialty cocktail and they were great; mentioning their Caprese Margarita as a favorite and I loved the sound of it so it was game on!

Greeting me upon arrival was a friendly face…but one I did not immediately put a name to; sorry Seth! Seth was the manager of a fabulous restaurant that I held an event at last year which sadly closed it’s doors (still can not get over that) and I recognized his face and his voice but yes, I needed a hint. I’ll blame the transition from white shirt and tie to t-shirt as the cause…I hadn’t even started drinking! The Crimson Canary is relatively new, having only opened their doors 6 months ago. It’s a nice space with a parking lot in the rear so my dreaded fear of city parking was not realized. Thanks guys…that matters to us suburbanites venturing into the city.

Their concept is a 1970′s style Italian American steakhouse offering affordable and approachable food. I particularly loved the calamari which included a smattering of veggies in the mix; unexpected yet a great idea. Both Seth and Joey Newman, the owner, were gracious and generous. I enjoyed the calamari, some substantial meatballs and the Caprese Margarita, of course! When I went to recreate the cocktail at home, I was also lucky to have just received a bottle of Justin Timberlake’s new Blanco Tequila, 901. Yes, that Justin Timberlake. Justin apparently has a passion for tequila and has started his own brand. Like many I was a bit skeptical but this is a nice tequila with a good review at Tequila.net and one I’m happy to use as a mixer. This was somewhat prophetic as I typically keep a reposado tequila on hand and this drink really called for a blanco; part of the presentation relies on seeing the striations from the balsamic vinegar. Yes, vinegar! This was a big hit. Unique, pretty and oh so summery with basil from my backyard even!

I’ve had a LONG week. Computer problems galore compounded with camera card issues multiplied by not being able to figure out how to get my laptop which had to be reformatted to network to my new computer. As the result of all of the above, I missed posting on Monday entirely and this post is WAY late on a Friday afternoon. The only good news? I’ve had to make this cocktail three times as a result and I just finished the last one; actually had photos on a card and I was able to finish in time for Happy Hour. No matter that would be east coast time; I’m done. Which means I’m sipping in about five. Join me?

Caprese Margarita from the Crimson Canary

A very unique and oh so very tasty margarita!

Ingredients

Combine the water and sugar over medium heat and simmer just until the sugar is dissolved. Pour the liquid into a container and refrigerate until cold.

To make the Pickling Simple Syrup:

Combine 1/4 cup simple syrup with the pickling liquid.

Gently smush the basil leaves, add to the pickling syrup and let them meld together for a few minutes. Remove the leaves.

To make the Citrus Simple Syrup:

Combine another 1/4 cup simple syrup with the lime and lemon juices.

To Make the Cocktail

Combine 1 oz Pickling syrup, 4 oz Citrus syrup and the 3 oz of tequila ( I like to combine them and then refrigerate them for a bit to get them chilled).

Rub the rim of the glass with a lime and dip the edge in kosher salt (optional)

Fill the glass with ice and add the margarita mixture

Using a teaspoon, gently drizzle the balsamic vinegar around the inside edge of the glass

Garnish with basil leaves and cherry tomatoes on a skewer.

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http://www.creative-culinary.com/2012/05/caprese-margarita-from-the-crimson-canary/

This recipe brought to you by © Creative Culinary | A Food and Cocktail Blog | Website: www.creative-culinary.com

I received a bottle of 901 Tequila at no charge but was not required to or compensated for mentioning them in this post.

Join me every Friday for Friday Cocktail Hour when I’ll make a cocktail I love, recreate one from a local establishment or maybe just have some fun experimenting!

What did I do with all that down time? Maybe it was prophetic in a way. Some of you know and others probably don’t want to hear again but I’m still dealing with a long term injury; slowly getting better but slow as in molasses runs fast type of slow. But at least I’m encouraged I can hobble around now in my garden, for 2 summers I did not set food in it and it showed. I was so sad to see the mess it was but I’ve been hard at work and must say…weeds are almost gone and new grass is coming up and some revisions after the removal of a dead tree are helping make things get better. I thought I would give you a couple of photos; you know…prove I haven’t been just lazing around and watching soaps. While I sip that margarita! :) Unfortunately it’s turned a bit overcast this afternoon but still, here’s my managed mess!

A dead tree that was removed meant this shade garden had to be completely redone; did you hear my shout when I moved that rock and discovered ants. A gazillion or so? Red, brown, big and nasty. And now? No more. :)

The Bridal Veil needs some serious trimming after it blooms and maybe it’s time to put some paint on the birds but this area is right off of my covered patio and greets me in the morning when I’m having coffee. What to come over?

I call this my ‘back forty’ – feet that is. I first tore out the grass in this area ten years ago; it was hot and dry and I thought xeriscape a better choice. I won’t deny; the work here has been eradicating not just weeds but seedlings that sprouted and were not pulled out from a tree that it not visible on the left. I’m getting a handle on it…even if all of those tall purple plants are volunteers…much rather them than thistle!

Next…my water feature. Maybe I’ll feature it next week but it’s not ready yet. Soon…very soon.