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The favorable climate of California, fresh local products and experimentation resulting from cultural and geographical influences have established global standards of flavors, creativity and quality in drinks.
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From fruit infusions with solar soles to expert wines, the California beverage scene reflects a unique spirit of innovation and crafts. The favorable climate of the gold state, fresh local products and the experimentation resulting from cultural and geographical influences have established the global standards of flavors, creativity and quality in drinks.
Appointment shake
Date Shake is a classic of California originally from Coachella Valley, the land of the palm trees. This creamy preparation is a mixture of vanilla ice cream, dates and milk, creating a refreshing summer drink.
Recipe:
1/2 cup of California dates, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes
1/2 cup of almond milk
1 1/2 vanilla ice cream cups
1/4 teaspoon of land cinnamon
2-4 tablespoons of vegan candy, optional
• Combine drained and soaked dates and almond milk in a blender. Mix to separate the dates into small pieces. Add ice cream and cinnamon. Mix until it is combined.
• Add 1-2 tablespoons of the vegan caramel to the bottom of two high vessels. Divide the dated shake between the glasses. Cover with a pinch of cinnamon. Serve immediately.
Orange Julius
Created in the 1920s in Los Angeles, the orange Julius prepares mixing milk, orange juice, ice and sugar in a foamy and citrus drink. Today, this drink is still available in fairs and restaurants as a nostalgic and amateur memory of California Summers.
Recipe:
5 The Oranges of California face face and the navel oranges work very well, but any type will. Peel and medulla eliminated.
1/2 cup of ice
1/3 cup of whole milk, look for the true Seal of California milk!
2 tablespoons of honey
1 teaspoon vanilla paste or vanilla extract
1 cup vanilla ice cream
• Place the peeled oranges on a dish and in the freezer for 30 minutes.
• Combine frozen oranges, ice, milk, honey, vanilla paste and ice cream in a blender and mix until oranges break and everything is combined. Serve immediately.
Ca 75
A version of the French classic 75, Ca 75 is its counterpart in California. A new mixture of foaming wine, California vermouth, simple syrup and lemon juice, the character and body of Ca 75 is high and effervescent. Ca 75 combines well with Brunch and for special occasions.
Recipe
2 ounces (60 ml) dry vermouth
1 ounce (30 ml) newly squeezed lemon juice
1 ounce (30 ml) simple syrup
6 ounces (175 ml) California foamy came
Decora: Lemon Twist (or tape)
• Add the dry vermouth, the lemon juice and the simple syrup to a stirring with ice and beaten until they are fine
• cold. Strain in 2 flutes glasses.
• Cover each with foamy wine. Decorate with a touch of lemon/tape.
Recipe notes:
Simple syrup recipe: Combine ½ cup (115 g) of granulated sugar with ½ cup (120 ml) of water in a
Small saucepan over medium heat. Keep a slow fire until sugar melts. Around 5
minutes. Great completely. Store any simple syrup not used well covered in the refrigerator for
up to 1 week.
Arnold Palmer
This innovative lemonade mix and ice tea created by the famous golfer, Arnold Palmer, is a popular option in golf courses, field clubs and barbecues.
Recipe
Ice
Homemade lemonade
Elaborate choice tea
• Fill a high glass with ice.
• Fill in half with prepared tea, Sweetend if you wish.
• Cover with a newly squeezed california lemonade.
• Decorate with a lemon wheel if you wish.
Variations in this iconic recipe: Exchange black tea in this recipe for herbal tea or favorite green tea. Add a spoonful of honey if you prefer a sweeter drink.
