Getting Ready for the 4th . . . continued

Fruited Champagne Jelly Mold simply SHRIEKS patriotic fervor -

 in the subtlest, most dignified manner imaginable . .  .

So, the second July 4th Party is a bit of a fancier affair.  Not that the variegated display of gelatinized patriotism concocted for Party #1 would  be un-welcome at this event.  We just wish to pull out our culinary stops in a somewhat more restrained manner

Getting Ready for the 4th . . .

July 4th Jelly Shot Mold - a punch bowl in solid form.   
And variegated patriotic colors!  Wheee!

All it needs is sparklers and wheels!  

Hello all, just a quick note and a fun July 4th themed recipe!  I will be attending several different events this year, and will of course be bringing jelly shots.  The events range from casual and fun to a little fancier, and so will the jelly shots.

Lychee Martini Jelly Shot

Lychee Martini Jelly Shots, one for you . . . two for me!  

Hello everyone!  First, Intern Doug and I wanted to thank you for the amazing comments and feedback on the Jelly Shot Test Kitchen recipe book received via email, on the blog and Facebook!  Its so fun to hear from you!  We read (and treasure) each and every message and do our best to respond

Yes, really . . . It's the Grape Ape

Despite its unfortunate moniker, the Grape Ape Jelly Shot looks 

darn cute sporting a crisp floral pattern . . . 

Well, Intern Doug has been at it again. He can barely be restrained! Doug's latest fresh-from-the-lab creation is the Grape Ape - a mixture of grape-flavored vodka, tom collins mix, and lemon lime soda, with an optional (but highly recommended) creamy layer. It's true that the cocktail inspiration for this jelly shot has a rather unorthodox name, however