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<channel><title><![CDATA[Whitewater Distilling Company: Home of Paper Boat Gin & Broken Paddle Whisky - Captain\'s Journal]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal]]></link><description><![CDATA[Captain\'s Journal]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:36:43 -0400</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Introducing Broken Paddle Artisanal Whisky]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/introducing-broken-paddle-artisanal-whisky]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/introducing-broken-paddle-artisanal-whisky#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 27 Oct 2023 00:33:45 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/introducing-broken-paddle-artisanal-whisky</guid><description><![CDATA[       Our imagination has taken us to where the river meets the woods. With that, we&rsquo;d like to invite you to wander with us into the world of Broken Paddle Artisanal Whisky, a brand-new spirit with warm, smooth flavours, and a penchant for creativity. &nbsp; To launch our new product we've made two recipes for you, a Maple Old Fashioned and a Maple Whisky Sour!Maple Old FashionedWhat you'll need: &nbsp; 2 oz of Broken Paddle Artisanal WhiskyOrange BittersMaple SyrupIce &nbsp; Garnish: Ora [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/bp-whisky-2_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Our imagination has taken us to where the river meets the woods. With that, we&rsquo;d like to invite you to wander with us into the world of Broken Paddle Artisanal Whisky, a brand-new spirit with warm, smooth flavours, and a penchant for creativity. &nbsp; To launch our new product we've made two recipes for you, a Maple Old Fashioned and a Maple Whisky Sour!<br /><br /><strong>Maple Old Fashioned</strong><br /><br /><strong>What you'll need: &nbsp; </strong></span><ul><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">2 oz of Broken Paddle Artisanal Whisky</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Orange Bitters</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Maple Syrup</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Ice &nbsp; </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Garnish: Orange peel Maraschino cherry &nbsp; </span></li></ul> <span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)"><strong>How you'll make it:</strong> &nbsp; </span><ul><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">In a mixing glass, add small cubes of ice, whisky, bitters and maple syrup. Stir for thirty seconds. &nbsp; </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.&nbsp; &nbsp; </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Garnish with a slice of orange peel and a maraschino cherry &nbsp; </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Dive in!</span></li></ul><br /><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)"><strong>Maple Whisky Sour<br />&#8203;</strong><br /><strong>What&nbsp;you'll need: &nbsp;</strong> </span><ul><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">2 oz. of Broken Paddle Artisanal Whisky </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">3/4 oz. lemon juice </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">3/4 oz. maple syrup </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Egg white </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Ice &nbsp; </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Garnish: Orange wheel Maraschino cherry &nbsp; </span></li></ul> <strong><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">How you'll make it: &nbsp; </span></strong><ul><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">In a shaker, add all your ingredients. </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Shake well for thirty seconds. &nbsp; </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Strain into a rocks glass with ice. </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Garnish with an orange wheel and a maraschino cherry. &nbsp; </span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">Dive in! </span></li></ul> <span style="color:rgb(15, 15, 15)">&#8203;</span><br />Watch this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUbgJ1slmq8" target="_blank">Broken Paddle Launch!</a></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coffee Negroni]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/coffee-negroni]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/coffee-negroni#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/coffee-negroni</guid><description><![CDATA[       The Coffee Negroni is perfect for sweater weather. And, if you really want to lean into the season, add the aroma of festive pumpkin spice by garnishing with a cinnamon stick. Try it, Ryan Reynolds; you'll love it.What You'll Need:1 oz Paper Boat Artisanal Gin1 oz Campari1 oz Sweet Vermouth.5 oz EspressoOversized ice cubesGarnish:Dried orange wheelCinnamon stickHow to Make It:In a mixing glass, add ice, Paper Boat Artisanal Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, and espresso. Stir to cool down the [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cd-s4-e9-youtubecover_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">The Coffee Negroni is perfect for sweater weather. And, if you really want to lean into the season, add the aroma of festive pumpkin spice by garnishing with a cinnamon stick. Try it, Ryan Reynolds; you'll love it.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 oz Paper Boat Artisanal Gin</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 oz Campari</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 oz Sweet Vermouth</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">.5 oz Espresso</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Oversized ice cubes</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish:</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dried orange wheel</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Cinnamon stick</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How to Make It:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">In a mixing glass, add ice, Paper Boat Artisanal Gin, Campari, Sweet Vermouth, and espresso. Stir to cool down the cocktail.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Fill a rocks glass with an oversized ice cube and strain in your negroni.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish with a dried orange wheel and a cinnamon stick for the pumpkin spice season.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!</span><br />&#8203;<br />Watch this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8B6wwa5bzU" target="_blank">Coffee Negroni</a><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Limoncello Spritz]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/limoncello-spritz]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/limoncello-spritz#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/limoncello-spritz</guid><description><![CDATA[Coming to you from the hills of Tuscany while on holiday, Chris brings you a refreshing Limoncello Spritz. Fresh, bubbly and guaranteed to help beat the heat.What You&rsquo;ll Need:2 oz Limoncello3 oz Prosecco1 oz Sparkling waterHalf a lemonLemon zestSugarHow to Make It:Add lemon juice to the rim of your spritz glass. Coat the rim of the glass in a lemon zest and sugar mix.Half-fill your glass with ice and pour in limoncello, Prosecco and optional sparkling water.Dive in! [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Coming to you from the hills of Tuscany while on holiday, Chris brings you a refreshing Limoncello Spritz. Fresh, bubbly and guaranteed to help beat the heat.</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You&rsquo;ll Need:</span></strong><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">2 oz Limoncello</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">3 oz Prosecco</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 oz Sparkling water</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Half a lemon</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Lemon zest</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Sugar</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How to Make It:</span></strong><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Add lemon juice to the rim of your spritz glass. Coat the rim of the glass in a lemon zest and sugar mix.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Half-fill your glass with ice and pour in limoncello, Prosecco and optional sparkling water.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!</span></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[MEDITERRANEAN MARTINI]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/mediterranean-martini]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/mediterranean-martini#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/mediterranean-martini</guid><description><![CDATA[       Shaken or stirred? No matter how you make your martini, this Mediterranean version will be a hit.What You'll Need:2.5 oz Paper Boat Artisanal Gin0.75 oz dry vermouthOlive juice, to taste (optional)Sprig of Rosemary, Thyme, BasilGarlic Stuffed OlivesHow You'll Make It:Step One: Chill down your martini glass with ice and cold water and set aside.Step Two: In a mixing glass, stir all the ingredients with ice - stir slowly and gently to allow the herbs to infuse with the cocktail.Tip: We reco [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cd-s4-e8-youtubecover_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Shaken or stirred? No matter how you make your martini, this Mediterranean version will be a hit.</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">2.5 oz Paper Boat Artisanal Gin</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">0.75 oz dry vermouth</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Olive juice, to taste (optional)</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Sprig of Rosemary, Thyme, Basil</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garlic Stuffed Olives</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How You'll Make It:</span></strong><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step One: Chill down your martini glass with ice and cold water and set aside.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step Two: In a mixing glass, stir all the ingredients with ice - stir slowly and gently to allow the herbs to infuse with the cocktail.</span><br /><br /><em><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Tip: We recommended stirring this martini to avoid bruising the herbs.</span></em><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step Three: Toss the ice &amp; water from your chilled glass and strain the cocktail into it. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary &amp; as many olives as you fancy.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!</span><br />Watch this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aM0-tuFQQUM" target="_blank">Mediterranean Martini</a></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elder Fashioned]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/elder-fashioned]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/elder-fashioned#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/elder-fashioned</guid><description><![CDATA[       The remake of the sophisticated and simple Old Fashioned cocktail is truly ginspired. We've paired our Paper Boat Artisanal Gin with St. Germain Elderflower liqueur as an alternative to the 200-year-old cocktail.What You'll Need:1.5 oz Paper Boat Artisanal Gin0.5 oz St. Germain Elderflower liqueurBittersGrapefruit peelIceHow You'll Make It:Step One: In a stirring vessel, add ice, gin, liqueur and bitters. Stir to chill the cocktail.Step Two: Strain into glass prepared with a large ice cub [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cd-s4-e7-youtubecover_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">The remake of the sophisticated and simple Old Fashioned cocktail is truly ginspired. We've paired our Paper Boat Artisanal Gin with St. Germain Elderflower liqueur as an alternative to the 200-year-old cocktail.</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span></strong><br /><ul><li><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1.5 oz Paper Boat Artisanal Gin</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">0.5 oz St. Germain Elderflower liqueur</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Bitters</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Grapefruit peel</span></li><li><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Ice</span></li></ul><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How You'll Make It:</span></strong><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step One: In a stirring vessel, add ice, gin, liqueur and bitters. Stir to chill the cocktail.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step Two: Strain into glass prepared with a large ice cube. Garnish with a grapefruit twist</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!<br /><br />Find this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vgdJqxW_Cn0" target="_blank">Elder Fashioned</a></span><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Watermelon Stand]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/watermelon-stand]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/watermelon-stand#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/watermelon-stand</guid><description><![CDATA[       Here to keep you cool on the hottest of summer days! The Watermelon Stand is a refreshing cocktail that will keep you cool under the sun.What You'll Need:4-5 Watermelon chunks1.5 oz Paper Boat Gin0.5 oz Aperol Spritz0.5 oz simple syrup3/4 oz fresh squeezed lemon juiceGarnish: Slice of watermelon + sprig of basilHow You'll Make It:Step One: Add 1.5 oz of gin and 4 watermelon chunks to a shaker and muddle.Step Two: Once muddled, add 0.5 oz simple syrup, 3/4 oz of fresh squeezed lemon juice  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cd-s4-e6-youtubecover_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br />Here to keep you cool on the hottest of summer days! The Watermelon Stand is a refreshing cocktail that will keep you cool under the sun.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">4-5 Watermelon chunks</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1.5 oz Paper Boat Gin</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">0.5 oz Aperol Spritz</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">0.5 oz simple syrup</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">3/4 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish: Slice of watermelon + sprig of basil</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How You'll Make It:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step One: Add 1.5 oz of gin and 4 watermelon chunks to a shaker and muddle.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step Two: Once muddled, add 0.5 oz simple syrup, 3/4 oz of fresh squeezed lemon juice and 0.5 oz of Aperol Spritz. Add ice and shake.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Step Three: Pour over ice in a tall glass and garnish with a slice of watermelon and fresh basil leaves.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!<br /><br />Watch this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEHecPZSIUU" target="_blank">Watermelon Stand</a></span><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gin Mai Tai]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/gin-mai-tai]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/gin-mai-tai#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 30 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/gin-mai-tai</guid><description><![CDATA[       Did you know that when the Mai Tai cocktail first hit the scene in the 1940s-1950s, it was so popular that it allegedly depleted world rum supplies!? Inspired by the classic taste of the tropics, we've made a version with Paper Boat Artisanal Gin.What You'll Need:1.5 oz Paper Boat Gin0.5 oz Spiced Rum0.5 oz Disaronno0.5 oz CointreauJuice of 1/2 a LimeGarnish: Lime Wheel + Edible FlowerHow You'll Make it:Fill your shaker with ice and add all of the ingredients. Shake until icy cold.Strain  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cd-s4-e5-youtube-thumbnail_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br />Did you know that when the Mai Tai cocktail first hit the scene in the 1940s-1950s, it was so popular that it allegedly depleted world rum supplies!? Inspired by the classic taste of the tropics, we've made a version with Paper Boat Artisanal Gin.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1.5 oz Paper Boat Gin</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">0.5 oz Spiced Rum</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">0.5 oz Disaronno</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">0.5 oz Cointreau</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Juice of 1/2 a Lime</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish: Lime Wheel + Edible Flower</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How You'll Make it:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Fill your shaker with ice and add all of the ingredients. Shake until icy cold.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Strain into a glass over ice and garnish with a lime wheel and edible flower.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!<br /></span><br />Watch this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqFaVu5ynkc" target="_blank">Gin Mai Tai</a></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blueberry & Chamomile Gimlet]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/blueberry-chamomile-gimlet]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/blueberry-chamomile-gimlet#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/blueberry-chamomile-gimlet</guid><description><![CDATA[       The gimlet is a classic cocktail that dates back to the 19th century and was initially crafted to cure what ails you. We've added a summery, sweet, modern twist to this classic cocktail with blueberry + chamomile syrup.What You'll Need:2.5 oz gin3/4 oz blueberry + chamomile simple syrupLemonGarnish: Chamomile flower and blueberriesFor the blueberry + chamomile syrup:1/4 cup sugar1/2 cup water1/4 BlueberriesChamomile tea (1 bag)How You'll Make it:For the blueberry chamomile syrup, add wate [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cds4-e4_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">The gimlet is a classic cocktail that dates back to the 19th century and was initially crafted to cure what ails you. We've added a summery, sweet, modern twist to this classic cocktail with blueberry + chamomile syrup.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">2.5 oz gin</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">3/4 oz blueberry + chamomile simple syrup</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Lemon</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish: Chamomile flower and blueberries</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">For the blueberry + chamomile syrup:</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1/4 cup sugar</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1/2 cup water</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1/4 Blueberries</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Chamomile tea (1 bag)</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How You'll Make it:</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">For the blueberry chamomile syrup, add water, sugar, and berries to a saucepan and simmer over low-med heat. Once the sugar is dissolved, remove from heat and muddle until all the berries are crushed. Add the chamomile tea bag to the hot syrup and steep for 3 minutes. Remove the tea bag, let it cool, and then strain it into a container.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">For the cocktail, fill your shaker with ice, 3/4 oz of blueberry + chamomile syrup, 2.5 oz of gin, and the juice of just under half a lemon and shake.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Strain into a coupe and garnish with chamomile flowers and blueberries.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!<br /><br />Watch this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xx4dgoNFU9A" target="_blank">Blueberry &amp; Chamomile Gimlet</a></span></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grapefruit + Rosemary Gin & Soda]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/grapefruit-rosemary-gin-soda]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/grapefruit-rosemary-gin-soda#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 16 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/grapefruit-rosemary-gin-soda</guid><description><![CDATA[       Have you ever wondered what summer would taste like in a glass? We have concocted the answer; enter the Grapefruit + Rosemary Gin &amp; Soda. It is light and refreshing, bursting with juicy grapefruit and balanced with subtle woodsy rosemary; you can expect a fruity and herbaceous cocktail that pairs perfectly with summertime.What You'll Need:2 oz rosemary-infused gin3 oz fresh squeezed pink grapefruit juice1 oz simple syrupSoda waterGarnish: Rosemary sprig &amp; grapefruit wedgeFor the r [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cds4-e3_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Have you ever wondered what summer would taste like in a glass? We have concocted the answer; enter the Grapefruit + Rosemary Gin &amp; Soda. It is light and refreshing, bursting with juicy grapefruit and balanced with subtle woodsy rosemary; you can expect a fruity and herbaceous cocktail that pairs perfectly with summertime.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">2 oz rosemary-infused gin</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">3 oz fresh squeezed pink grapefruit juice</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 oz simple syrup</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Soda water</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish: Rosemary sprig &amp; grapefruit wedge</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">For the rim:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Lemon, lime, or grapefruit wedge</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 Tbsp Course Sea Salt</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1/2 cup Sugar</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">2 Tbsp Grapefruit zest</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How You'll Make it:</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Add a few bunches of rosemary to your gin bottle and leave it in a cool, dark place for 24 hours.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Add infused gin, grapefruit juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shake with ice. Shake until icy cold.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Rim your glass with the salty-sweet blend</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Pour into a tall glass with ice and top with soda water.</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish with a rosemary sprig, &amp; grapefruit wedge.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!<br /><br />Watch this episode and more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-dM9a6The4" target="_blank">Grapefruit &amp; Rosemary Gin &amp; Soda</a></span><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lavender Gin Fizz]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/lavender-gin-fizz]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/lavender-gin-fizz#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/captains-journal/lavender-gin-fizz</guid><description><![CDATA[       This week we bring you a summery shake-up on the classic Gin Fizz. We've infused this cocktail with lavender to create a balance of delicate floral notes with a refreshing splash of citrus that everyone will love.What You'll Need:&frac12; oz lemon juice (roughly half a lemon)1 oz lavender simple syrup2 oz gin1 egg white or 2 Tbsp aquafabaGarnish with lavender buds &amp; lemon twistFor the lavender simple syrup:&frac12; cup water&frac12; cup sugar2 Tbsp lavender budsHow You'll Make It:Make [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.whitewaterspirits.ca/uploads/1/3/2/8/132803956/cds4-e2_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br />This week we bring you a summery shake-up on the classic Gin Fizz. We've infused this cocktail with lavender to create a balance of delicate floral notes with a refreshing splash of citrus that everyone will love.</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">What You'll Need:</span></strong><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">&frac12; oz lemon juice (roughly half a lemon)</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 oz lavender simple syrup</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">2 oz gin</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">1 egg white or 2 Tbsp aquafaba</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Garnish with lavender buds &amp; lemon twist</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">For the lavender simple syrup:</span></strong><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">&frac12; cup water</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">&frac12; cup sugar</span><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">2 Tbsp lavender buds</span><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">How You'll Make It:</span></strong><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Make lavender simple syrup: Add water, sugar, and lavender buds to a saucepan over med-low heat until sugar is dissolved. Let cool.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Add lemon juice, lavender simple syrup, gin, and egg white to a cocktail shaker and dry shake vigorously for 30 seconds.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Add ice to the shaker and shake until chilled.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Strain into a coupe and garnish with lavender.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Dive in!<br /><br />Watch this episode &amp; more here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FL9A93TNHos" target="_blank">Lavender Gin Fizz</a></span><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>