Mixing beverages the right way
Now I do not claim to actually be a "know it all" but it seems to be a trait that I fight every day. Really. I know this. ;)
Seriously though, one thing I am pretty good at is being perceptive to my beverages and how they are put together.
Beverages? Yes beverages. A properly created drink can soothe even the roughest days.
When I am in the office and the afternoon seems a bit hectic and scattered, I lift this meaty body out of my hot seat, and head to the kitchen for a cup of warm co-co. (Yes in the summer I put together some great iced-tea, you'll just have to wait for that recipe) Since I am very perceptive on this experience I would like to share with you. I have completed much research on this subject--how to mix the co-co for optimum flavor and texture.
It is very important that you use filtered water. I work in a warehouse that was erected (I said erected...) in 1920; who the heck knows what is in our pipes. I place a mug of appropriate size on the clean counter and pour from the Britta, a 18oz. Mug of clean water. I place this into the micorwave for warming. Aprox 5 min 30 sec. This is the correct temperature. (Every micorwave is different) Here is where the critical part comes. When completed, take out the mug, place onto the clean surface. It is ready for the co-co.
Nay you say the co-co should be placed in another mug and then pour the piping hot water over this powdery substance! NO NO, this was the theory from an era where Max Headroom told us to "Catch the Wave". They were wrong. Putting the co-co in first only loosens up this powder, but definatly alters the flavor. Trust me on this. I suggest putting in the co-co over the water. Stir(clockwise) vigorously until disolved. I like mine with cream. I add the soy based powder right on top. Stir again in the same fashion. Enjoy.
This information was written because I want everyone to enjoy a warm cup of co-co when their day gowes wrong. I promise you that it will definitely make you day less chaotic and charge you with that last few hours of energy before the rest of the evening awaits. (Ahem, I just had my cup and I have only been here for an hour ;) ) But one thing to make sure of here, The powder does not go first. Thanks, and you'll thank me.
Have a great weekend. See you at Holly's. I will be loaded, and with a camera.
written on December 06, 2002
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