The Blue Blazer is one of the most theatrical drinks in cocktail history. In the mid-19th century it was popularized by the famous bartender Jerry Thomas.
Jerry Thomas is considered the father of modern bartending and described this cocktail in detail in his 1862 book How to Mix Drinks. But what makes the Blue Blazer famous is not so much the recipe as the way it is prepared.
The blue ribbon of fire formed by pouring the flaming whiskey between two metal mugs has become a performance in bars. This is why Blue Blazer is considered the first "bar show" in the cocktail world.
“A real bartender doesn't just make drinks, he creates a scene”
Thomas said that preparing this cocktail requires practice and that beginners should be careful. Because if it is not done correctly, both the drink can spill and the flame control can become difficult.
Today, the Blue Blazer is considered one of the most iconic recipes representing classic cocktail culture. It is rarely prepared in modern bars, but when it is, it is like a ritual that still impresses everyone who watches.
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Ingredients
Unit System
60 mlScotch Whisky
60 mlboiling water
1 teaspoonsugar
Lemonpeel
Lighteror matches for lighting a fire
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Method
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Add Scotch whisky to a metal mug and carefully set it on fire.
2
Pour the flaming whisky into the second metal mug from above and transfer it between the two mugs several times. This creates a flaming stream.
3
Add boiling water and sugar.
4
Combine the mixture in the mug and serve, flavored with lemon peel.
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Bartender Tips
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Using a metal mug is important for safety.
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When pouring the whiskey, the thinner and higher the flow, the more impressive the flame looks.
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This cocktail requires bar experience; it should be prepared carefully.
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