Secret Summer Cocktails from the Freezer Door with J.M. Hirsch

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What’s on the Menu:

• Bitter Blood Martini (J.M.‘s Aperol Spritz variation)
• Caribbean Cruise
• Coconut-Lime Daiquiri Colada
• Amalfi Lemon Margarita
• Classic Cosmo
  
  The wait is over: J.M. Hirsch’s new book, “Freezer Door Cocktails,” has finally arrived! Join J.M., Milk Street’s Editorial Director and creator of the viral freezer door cocktails series for a class where you’ll learn to batch, bottle, freeze and serve your favorite cocktails in a whole new way. If you think it’s as simple as sticking your favorite cocktail in the freezer, think again: J.M. spent months testing recipes to make sure that the batched beverages you put in the freezer don’t come out slushy or as one giant frozen block. We’ll put the science to the test as we make a cocktail to suit every taste. The Bitter Blood is a spin on the beloved Spritz that adds a bit of vanilla-spiced Licor 43 to tame the intensity of Campari. The Caribbean Cruise gives us the chance to talk about the risks and rewards of grenadine and other no-alcohol syrups and juices, which have to be calculated carefully if they’re going into the freezer. The Daiquiri Colada shows you how easy it is to infuse your own rum with lime and pull off a fancy-sounding fat wash with coconut oil. The Amalfi Lemon Margarita is a twist on a Margarita where limoncello stands in for both the citrus and the simply syrup called for in the classic version. And finally, J.M’s freezer door version of the Cosmo requires a surprising ingredient that you’re going to want to keep on hand. As we mix, freeze and taste, you'll learn how to make smart substitutions that work within the confines of the freezer. Come to this class to prepare for barbecues, parties and casual weeknight gatherings all summer long.

About J.M.: J.M. Hirsch is a James Beard Award-winning food and travel writer. He is Editorial Director of Christopher Kimball's Milk Street. His previous cookbooks include “High Flavor, Low Labor: Reinventing Weeknight Cooking;” “Beating the Lunchbox Blues,” “Shake Strain Done” and "Pour Me Another." He is the former national Food Editor for The Associated Press and lives in New Hampshire with his son, husband and two cats. He is most recently the author of the book ”Freezer Door Cocktails,“ published in spring 2024.

This class is generously sponsored by Barr Hill. Founded by a beekeeper and a distiller in Vermont, Barr Hill uses regional raw honey to sustainably craft award winning spirits that celebrate and support pollinators, while building the connection between agriculture and cocktail culture. Raw honey lends a soft, subtle essence of wildflower nectar and enticing botanical depth in all of their spirits - including the award winning Barr Hill Gin, the distinctive barrel-aged Tom Cat Reserve Gin and the truly remarkable Barr Hill Vodka. Milk Street students can use code SHIPFREE for free shipping on their next order (for orders with up to $40 of shipping costs only).

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Bonus: All attendees of this class will receive a one-time 20% off coupon to the Milk Street Store after class.

This event has limited spots, and you must register in advance via Eventbrite. One sign-up covers one device. Closed Captioning is available for this event.

Immediately after registering, you will get a confirmation email that contains the Zoom meeting log-in information. One week prior to class (or within 48 hours of registering, if you sign up less than a week in advance), you will receive an email with the ingredients, equipment and prep you'll need to cook along with us, if you choose.

After class, you will receive a recording of the event, as well as a folder of recipes and resources that we discuss during the event. Class recordings are available to all registered attendees for two weeks following each event.

Payments for Milk Street live stream classes are non-refundable. If you find yourself unable to attend, you may transfer the ticket to someone else, but we are unable to refund fees and all payments are final. Classes are subject to cancellation at any time. In the case of cancellation by the event organizer, all paid tickets will be fully refunded.

Proceeds from live stream cooking classes support Milk Street's non-profit work with The Big Sisters Association of Great Boston, The Boys & Girls Club of Dorchester, FoodCorps and other partners.

If you have any questions about this class, please don't hesitate to get in touch via cookingschool@177milkstreet.com.