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If you’re wanting to learn more about American slavery, there is a somewhat hard-to-find but somber book on the subject titled The Slave Community: Plantation Life in the Antebellum South by John W. Blassingame. It describes the first-hand accounts of enslaved African-Americans, the culture of the era, relationships between slaves and masters, etc. Very hard to read at times, but a profound look into the life of those who had lived through slavery in the Old South.
@@CocktailChemistry Thanks for the reply. Do what you like best. It's your channel and I will watch and love your videos regardless. Would you maybe care to do another video with drinks from that hilarious australian show with the dinosaurs?
I love this channel and everything on it. You got me into mixing cocktails years ago, and gave me other great resources like Liquid Intelligence. I still use your cocktail calculator to this day. And now you're using this platform for an important message. I have nothing but respect for you.
Giinger beer and lime is something I've mixed with basically every spirit in the book at this point, because I'm not big on vodka. Gin and bourbon are my go-tos, but tequila and Jameson are also great and tasty choices, not to mention the classic Dark n Stormy, although, sue me, I prefer spiced rum to Gosling's Black. Though basically any rum is tasty
Alright, in Bulgaria we have a very easy cocktail for the brave - Russian hammer: 50/50 Beer and vodka. Usually served and enjoyed in plastic cups on park benches, idk pour it in a mug if you gaf. The cheaper the vodka, the bigger the kick (and hangover)
OMG...It's new years day 2022...I just now clicked your channel for a few good vodka cocktail recipes and your opening just BLEW ME AWAY !!!! I have goose bumps right now at the humanity you just exhibited. That Floyd video is virtually unwatchable in it's cruelty. Thank you for caring and of course, we all know the outcome by now. Cheers to you! Now onto continuing with your video...
I appreciate your introduction. ✊🏾 I have seen a bunch of your other videos and knew I liked you/your channel. Thank you for the great content as well.
@@CocktailChemistry I really appreciate the nod to black jazz artists. In this instance, I actually think this particular music choice lends even more to your video. Take Five is alright, but it did tend to jump out from behind you while you're speaking. This one just sets a nice mood and provides a nice underlying tone to the whole video without any distractions. I wont be mad if black artists become the new norm for Cocktail Chemistry ;)
my go-to for vodka cocktail, a Greyhound: 2 oz. of vodka, 5 oz. or 1 freshly squeezed grapefruit (I prefer fresh, since it's more rewarding for me, personally), then pour both the vodka and grapefruit juice in a Collins glass full of ice cubes, stir (or swirl if you've misplaced your stwizzel-stick [bonus points if you get the reference]), and rim the grass with a lemon and/or lime wedge, and squeeze and drop the wedge(s) in the glass. Simple, the ice cuts the sour of the grapefruit, the lemon/lime rim adds some tanginess that I like, and the vodka is practically unnoticeable. It's great for day-drinking or just to relax with on a hot day
Wow! I came for drinks ideas but I heard a message!! Most people don’t speak on these injustices & I appreciate your words! Loveeeee ❤️❤️ new sub for sure!!
I once created a pretty nice cocktail on accident. Ill call it Czar Blood. You take some Blue Curaçao, some Vodka and some Soda. Put in some Limejuice and a Lime as garnish.
Here is the vodka cocktail we make in Russia: Pour 30 ml or 1 oz of your vodka into the shot glass and that's it! Here is your *Stopka* - classic Russian drink
In response to the beginning of the video. It does happen off camera thousands of times a week. Their attitude the last 2 weeks being "sorry we got caught"
My take on the whole thing is Yes, it is a tragedy, and yes, things need to change, and yes, I totally support and agree with the protestors. With the questions brought about by this avoidable and abhorrent tragedy, I would like to add a few more. How did it help ANY cause to hit my car with rocks and bricks while keeping me from getting to my job at the hospital? How did it help to loot stores, in my case some 20 miles away from the incident, and then vandalize them before setting them on fire? How did it contribute anything to anything by keeping an ambulance from getting to a standing victim in the middle of the "protest" (riot by any other standard)? and once it arrived, throwing rocks and bricks at the EMTs and then trying to stop them from leaving after the victim was in. As I said, I am in complete support of the protesters, but will not support the thugs, looters, handles and arsonists.
Doesn't have to be the end of this series. I'm sure you can find other cocktails that only take one spirit to make. Brandy, Cachaca and Amaretto are 3 spirits I'm sure we can find 5 nice cocktails with.
I love your videos but I'm trying to drink less alcohol. Can you do a series on turning classic cocktails like the Old-Fashioned (my favorite) into mocktails? I thought of this while watching you make the Straw-vod-berry-ka and I think that one in particular would translate to a non-alcoholic version particularly well.
That last strawberry drink looks amazing! Do you have any recommendations on some other good drinks to take advantage of the summer fruit we're looking forward to? I bought some peaches the other day that were so ripe I could smell them through my mask, and there have been some great looking raspberries as well. Sorry for the novel, I just get really excited about summer produce 😅
Any particular reason you aren't doing five easy brandy cocktails? Nothing can beat a wonderful Pisco Sour or a Calvados Sidecar during the summer heat here in Texas!
In response to the message before the video: things really do feel different this time around. We've been seeing videos/hearing stories of cops killing innocent people of colour for years now, but George Floyd was the breaking point. I live in a small city in Northern Ontario, Canada, and there have been BLM protests/marches here since this happened. Canada also has its own dark history when it comes to racism. We're really no better. This time, though, things are really happening. The Defund the Police movement is actually taking off. This feels revolutionary. In response to the video: puns are on point. I really do feel like a Moscow Mule has to be consumed in a copper mug, though. The feeling of it is essential to the experience for me.
Thank you for understanding what's going on. We all have injustices in all of our races however, you can't say that you did not see a murder if you looked at that video and you can't say that you don't know that this has been happening for years. So, I commend you Colin A. for standing up to what you see as reality and understanding that this is something that needs to change and not being one of the people who feel as though no one's talking about them so they feel like the whole movement is wrong. For those simple-minded people, if we can make a change with this and use this as our first step, then ALL injustices that happen to ALL races will stop. In other words, just because the other commenter didn't support what you said, doesn't mean that other people don't know exactly what you mean.
@Wrong Think Since you probably haven't cared about the issue before, BLM has been critical of police whenever they kill an unarmed person. I was aware of the death of both Daniel Shaver and Tony Timpa along with other white victims of police violence through BLM activists and other leftist sources. I can look up Tony Timpa now and find articles from all of the mainstream news sites from back in 2016 as well as updates when the officers were let off. There are approximately 4 times as many white people in the country as there are black people, so more white people being shot by police isn't too surprising, and it definitely is not an argument against BLM or these protests against police violence in general. Floyd being intoxicated and resisting still doesn't excuse what the cops did to him. By the time he was on the ground, he was not resisting and he did not resist for those last 8 minutes and 46 seconds of his life. Even then, resisting arrest is not a crime worthy of a death sentence. The actions of a couple of criminals has little to do with the broader movement against police brutality. Those perpetrators will face justice unlike the killers of Daniel Shaver, Tony Timpa, Eric Garner, Tamir Rice and many others. It seems your narrative is the one that is fabricated because you're a contrarian. I hope you will protest when unarmed white people are killed instead of trolling.
@@EdwardM104 Wow, I have never seen a more perfect response, couldn't have said it better! Never understood the "cops kill (insert group here) too" argument. Regardless of who you are, seeing someone meant to 'serve and protect' killing unarmed, non-violent citizens should seem like a bad thing if you value human life at all. Despite the awful circumstances that have led to the current events happening all over North America, it is encouraging to see positive changes and solutions being discussed regarding law enforcement issues in both the US and Canada.
Also @Colin Canada represent! I have to agree that we have our share of problems with racism and law enforcement in Canada too, yet many Canadians like to pretend that we don't. I think the recent deaths involving the police (Chantel Moore and Regis Korchinski-Paquet), along with the death of George Floyd, have sparked important conversations and a movement for change here too. It's incredibly encouraging to see people in large cities all the way to small towns calling for action! It certainly feels like real change will come of this.
Preach! So happy to see people using their voice to push a conversation a lot of people don't what to have. It's also great that the racists are out of the Woodworks on this one. Makes it easier to cut them out of your life ;)
I’m a cop, I’ve been having lots of uncomfortable conversations with people in my city, as well as friends. Surprisingly I haven’t had to have uncomfortable conversations with other cops. Every single cop I’ve talked to agree that George Floyd was murdered by that cop. I understand the protests, and 100% support them, even as I’m standing with a line of cops across from the protesters. Luckily we have had no riots here. I even understand defunding if that money goes to alleviating things police aren’t equipped to handle, but expected to handle anyways. The only thing that hurts is the hate towards all cops. People generalizing the police to be all bad is the same generalizations our idiot president is making about the protesters. Most cops are good. Personally, I only ever wanted to help people. It’s been the only job besides my time in the military that I’ve ever been fulfilled and felt like what I was doing was making a positive impact. Everything I do is in an effort to help others. Even giving tickets is in an effort to help others. I know I’m ruining a day, but I’m always hopeful that that person will think of that ticket and reconsider their driving habit in the future. I love what I do and want to do it until I physically can’t anymore because I want to keep helping people.
I understand what you are saying, and empathize with your position. I'm not American and don't live in the USA, so surely I don't appreciate entirely the complexity of the situation. But I want to share what happened in Italy, years ago, in a somewhat similar situation: people hated all cops, and considered every one of "them" equally responsible. Then, a portion of the police forces started to voice their concerns, support explicitly the needed changes, contrast and isolate those in the police forces that were really responsible for the ingrained violence. It helped tell people apart, appease the general public with the police and drive, from within the police, some of the needed improvements. That said, a virtual hug to you, to you family and to your peers: its tough to be in your position, and you deserve the hugh just for sharing your thoughts.
David C ....Good for you! I am a retired teacher and realize, you often deal with the worst behaviors possible and can lose perspective over time unless you work to gain new insights. The military trend to weaponize has also visually lent to the bias! Your thoughtful response is refreshing! Good Luck with the coming reforms.
If ever you feel the need for a Lemon Drop, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make it yourself... there's a reason it's consistently on the Top 10 Most Hated Cocktails list (compiled by asking bartenders).
I've followed you for several years now, and I'm really glad you took those minutes to make a stand, and it makes me feel even better about keeping on following you, Nick. Things aren't anywhere near as bad here in Sweden, but that doesn't mean things are perfect. We'll all do what we can to change this!
Appreciate the words. My wife has found a variation (I guess) of the Lemon Drop with Amaretto instead of a simple syrup and this became our fav simple vodka cocktail. We lost its name though.
Horrible what america and the world is going through!! I love making cocktails or drinks for my fiancee and I and i’ve learned a lot through your channel and especially the Piña colada ;) cant wait to try that out ty for the videos we love em!
Hey I’m wondering if you could like create cocktails with the Korean alcohol soju? I think it would be a good challenge and it’s the only alcohol I have at the moment.
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MUSIC: "Morning Glory" by Duke Ellington
If you’re wanting to learn more about American slavery, there is a somewhat hard-to-find but somber book on the subject titled The Slave Community: Plantation Life in the Antebellum South by John W. Blassingame. It describes the first-hand accounts of enslaved African-Americans, the culture of the era, relationships between slaves and masters, etc. Very hard to read at times, but a profound look into the life of those who had lived through slavery in the Old South.
The white guilt is strong here. Stick to making drinks.
@@Thecarc81 shut the fuck up
"All lives matter!"
Hey everybody! Support a Communist, race-baiting, lying organization like him.... 🙄
Five Actually Good Cocktails Made With Liquors With Bad Reputations.
Like Fireball or Jäger.
Always the Jägerita, fantastisc way of using that bottle of Jägermeister in the freezer.
I love me some fireball. Either straight, mixed with monster mixxd punch or as a fireball milkshake.
Blergh, Jäger. Bad reputation, but well earned.
If you enjoy Nick doing cocktails you can actually check out Leandro from educatedbarfly. He did some Jäger drinks
Add Malort to that list!
Thank you for using your platform to speak about the events that have been unfolding for a very long time. You are a class guy ❤️
Yes its great to see -when silence could be more beneficial
Thank you for your expression of your thoughts based on the social problems we’re continuing to face. Please take your time, and stay safe Nick!
Wow I know i'm a dad, I laughed pretty hard at that "Lost three days" joke. Great Video!
Could you please explain the “Lost three days” joke? I just don’t get it.
Fave cocktail Chris?
What about brandy? This does not need to be the end of the series. Brandy, please?
I may bring it back! Need to mix it up a bit
@@CocktailChemistry Thanks for the reply. Do what you like best. It's your channel and I will watch and love your videos regardless. Would you maybe care to do another video with drinks from that hilarious australian show with the dinosaurs?
@@CocktailChemistry ba dum tiss! 🥁
Brandy would be great for a winter series. So would a champagne series for classy parties.
I agree
Or a cognac
Nice cocktails. Well said at the beginning. I know a lot of people who would appreciate it.
I love this channel and everything on it. You got me into mixing cocktails years ago, and gave me other great resources like Liquid Intelligence. I still use your cocktail calculator to this day. And now you're using this platform for an important message. I have nothing but respect for you.
Great to know about the provided support explained at the beginning. Trying times require honesty and communication. Great respect & well done!
Giinger beer and lime is something I've mixed with basically every spirit in the book at this point, because I'm not big on vodka. Gin and bourbon are my go-tos, but tequila and Jameson are also great and tasty choices, not to mention the classic Dark n Stormy, although, sue me, I prefer spiced rum to Gosling's Black. Though basically any rum is tasty
Alright, in Bulgaria we have a very easy cocktail for the brave - Russian hammer:
50/50 Beer and vodka. Usually served and enjoyed in plastic cups on park benches, idk pour it in a mug if you gaf. The cheaper the vodka, the bigger the kick (and hangover)
You've got me in the spirit of making alcohol puns.
Thank you for the intro. I am a proud subscriber. I can't wait to see what the next series is.
OMG...It's new years day 2022...I just now clicked your channel for a few good vodka cocktail recipes and your opening just BLEW ME AWAY !!!! I have goose bumps right now at the humanity you just exhibited. That Floyd video is virtually unwatchable in it's cruelty. Thank you for caring and of course, we all know the outcome by now. Cheers to you! Now onto continuing with your video...
I appreciate your introduction. ✊🏾
I have seen a bunch of your other videos and knew I liked you/your channel. Thank you for the great content as well.
COCKTAIL CHEMISTRY: The 5 easiest vodka cocktails
ME: The thumbnail tells it all
Thank you for using your platform to address such an important issue, now that’s class
This has been a great series, but I'd love to see more from The Aviary and Liquid Intelligence--bring the CHEMISTRY back in Cocktail Chemistry!!
hey wonderful message in racism and great men like you speak up. Not many do so THANK YOU from an Indian Women
Fever tree has such a great kick to it’s ginger beer
Thank you for your words and support.
Don’t mind me. Just here to help the algorithm.
Appreciated
I really like your sober professional way of presenting this cocktails. Great job !!
what happened to the background music?
this is very nice, but Take Five is so Cocktail Chemistry to me
Switched it up to Duke Ellington for this video, felt more appropriate to showcase a black jazz artist
@@CocktailChemistry I really appreciate the nod to black jazz artists. In this instance, I actually think this particular music choice lends even more to your video. Take Five is alright, but it did tend to jump out from behind you while you're speaking. This one just sets a nice mood and provides a nice underlying tone to the whole video without any distractions. I wont be mad if black artists become the new norm for Cocktail Chemistry ;)
Nice touch!
Perhaps next he'll switch up his shirt!
my go-to for vodka cocktail, a Greyhound: 2 oz. of vodka, 5 oz. or 1 freshly squeezed grapefruit (I prefer fresh, since it's more rewarding for me, personally), then pour both the vodka and grapefruit juice in a Collins glass full of ice cubes, stir (or swirl if you've misplaced your stwizzel-stick [bonus points if you get the reference]), and rim the grass with a lemon and/or lime wedge, and squeeze and drop the wedge(s) in the glass. Simple, the ice cuts the sour of the grapefruit, the lemon/lime rim adds some tanginess that I like, and the vodka is practically unnoticeable. It's great for day-drinking or just to relax with on a hot day
I appreciate the commentary at the start. Not everything fits in neat compartments.
Cucumber mint vodka sounds good
Thanks for the tip never tried this combination
When he said beat the Devil out of it I could hear Bob Ross' brush getting beaten on his easel
If you’d like to bump up the lemony tartness on your Lemon Drop, lower Vodka to 1 1/2 oz and add 1/2 oz lemoncello.
I cannot believe the series has ended and you didn't do a cognac video :(
Wow! I came for drinks ideas but I heard a message!! Most people don’t speak on these injustices & I appreciate your words! Loveeeee ❤️❤️ new sub for sure!!
Thank you for your support 🤍
I once created a pretty nice cocktail on accident. Ill call it Czar Blood. You take some Blue Curaçao, some Vodka and some Soda. Put in some Limejuice and a Lime as garnish.
I appreciate the intro Boss
Here is the vodka cocktail we make in Russia:
Pour 30 ml or 1 oz of your vodka into the shot glass and that's it! Here is your *Stopka* - classic Russian drink
And also here's a tip:
Instead of saying "Na zdorovie" say "za zdorovie". Your Russian friends will appreciate it😊
I love screwdrivers with Pinnacle Whipped instead of "normal" vodka. Tastes like a boozy creamsicle
BROTHER I CAN FOR A DRINK AND FOUND A FRIEND. THANK YOU
In response to the beginning of the video. It does happen off camera thousands of times a week. Their attitude the last 2 weeks being "sorry we got caught"
Once again, Deadpool decided to continue with his journey to become the most swag and gangster bartender, which he will achieve
Fantastic video, from beginning to end.
Surprised you didn't show how make a Caesar / Bloody Mary. And good on you for supporting the movement.
"Absolut-ly" clever joke
This was a good one i think people don't get this one well basically absolut is a brand of vodka
Hey Nick, had a question. Is a small refrigerator or a mini fridge recommended for an in-house bar?
Need your thoughts 😊
I just got mine because my bar is in the basement and I got tired of taking things upstairs
I would recommend
So, you're saying that the cucumber mint vodka soda is "Simple and Clean?"
mix half a botte soft drink with half a bottle of vodka.. done
Ahh the ol’ 14-year-old-sitting-on-a-park-bench special
You sir...are the binging with babish of drinks and i love it ahahah👌👌👌
Late to this video but appreciate your words!🍸
My take on the whole thing is Yes, it is a tragedy, and yes, things need to change, and yes, I totally support and agree with the protestors. With the questions brought about by this avoidable and abhorrent tragedy, I would like to add a few more. How did it help ANY cause to hit my car with rocks and bricks while keeping me from getting to my job at the hospital? How did it help to loot stores, in my case some 20 miles away from the incident, and then vandalize them before setting them on fire? How did it contribute anything to anything by keeping an ambulance from getting to a standing victim in the middle of the "protest" (riot by any other standard)? and once it arrived, throwing rocks and bricks at the EMTs and then trying to stop them from leaving after the victim was in.
As I said, I am in complete support of the protesters, but will not support the thugs, looters, handles and arsonists.
Thank you for your comments today and using your voice!!! You’re right - It is important. And it is difficult!!
Appreciate the words and more importantly the actions behind them.
Doesn't have to be the end of this series. I'm sure you can find other cocktails that only take one spirit to make. Brandy, Cachaca and Amaretto are 3 spirits I'm sure we can find 5 nice cocktails with.
I love your videos but I'm trying to drink less alcohol. Can you do a series on turning classic cocktails like the Old-Fashioned (my favorite) into mocktails? I thought of this while watching you make the Straw-vod-berry-ka and I think that one in particular would translate to a non-alcoholic version particularly well.
40 simple drinks to make at home but by the end of all the testing he’s wasted
I always served the lemon drop as a shot, but it makes a great sip! 👍
That last strawberry drink looks amazing! Do you have any recommendations on some other good drinks to take advantage of the summer fruit we're looking forward to? I bought some peaches the other day that were so ripe I could smell them through my mask, and there have been some great looking raspberries as well.
Sorry for the novel, I just get really excited about summer produce 😅
5:00 is gold
If he makes a drink from the Elder Scrolls series than my life will be completed
You don`t need to end the series, there are more spirits to cover. Just do one, whenever you want to, but don`t end the series. :)
Any particular reason you aren't doing five easy brandy cocktails? Nothing can beat a wonderful Pisco Sour or a Calvados Sidecar during the summer heat here in Texas!
Ha ha Loving this Cucumber Mint before you were even halfway through the Grapefruit Julep!! Thanks
“The man who sticks to Sobieski, Stoli, or Tito’s finds himself receiving back what he paid.”
-Cocktail proverb
In a good way or a bad way?
@@michaelwe5884 ha xD It’s open to interpretation.
@@unorthodoxromance254 fair
@@unorthodoxromance254 best kind of proverb
Enjoy watching your videos and loved the message in the beginning. Looking forward to future videos.
the vodka cucumber drink is actually a variation on the drink my college roommate would make he called "vodka-water"
Recipe for vodka water:
2 oz vodka
4 oz water (you can use sparkling water if you want)
1 ice cube to garnish
In response to the message before the video: things really do feel different this time around. We've been seeing videos/hearing stories of cops killing innocent people of colour for years now, but George Floyd was the breaking point. I live in a small city in Northern Ontario, Canada, and there have been BLM protests/marches here since this happened. Canada also has its own dark history when it comes to racism. We're really no better. This time, though, things are really happening. The Defund the Police movement is actually taking off. This feels revolutionary.
In response to the video: puns are on point. I really do feel like a Moscow Mule has to be consumed in a copper mug, though. The feeling of it is essential to the experience for me.
Thank you for understanding what's going on. We all have injustices in all of our races however, you can't say that you did not see a murder if you looked at that video and you can't say that you don't know that this has been happening for years. So, I commend you Colin A. for standing up to what you see as reality and understanding that this is something that needs to change and not being one of the people who feel as though no one's talking about them so they feel like the whole movement is wrong. For those simple-minded people, if we can make a change with this and use this as our first step, then ALL injustices that happen to ALL races will stop. In other words, just because the other commenter didn't support what you said, doesn't mean that other people don't know exactly what you mean.
@Wrong Think
Since you probably haven't cared about the issue before, BLM has been critical of police whenever they kill an unarmed person. I was aware of the death of both Daniel Shaver and Tony Timpa along with other white victims of police violence through BLM activists and other leftist sources. I can look up Tony Timpa now and find articles from all of the mainstream news sites from back in 2016 as well as updates when the officers were let off. There are approximately 4 times as many white people in the country as there are black people, so more white people being shot by police isn't too surprising, and it definitely is not an argument against BLM or these protests against police violence in general.
Floyd being intoxicated and resisting still doesn't excuse what the cops did to him. By the time he was on the ground, he was not resisting and he did not resist for those last 8 minutes and 46 seconds of his life. Even then, resisting arrest is not a crime worthy of a death sentence.
The actions of a couple of criminals has little to do with the broader movement against police brutality. Those perpetrators will face justice unlike the killers of Daniel Shaver, Tony Timpa, Eric Garner, Tamir Rice and many others.
It seems your narrative is the one that is fabricated because you're a contrarian. I hope you will protest when unarmed white people are killed instead of trolling.
@@EdwardM104 Wow, I have never seen a more perfect response, couldn't have said it better! Never understood the "cops kill (insert group here) too" argument. Regardless of who you are, seeing someone meant to 'serve and protect' killing unarmed, non-violent citizens should seem like a bad thing if you value human life at all. Despite the awful circumstances that have led to the current events happening all over North America, it is encouraging to see positive changes and solutions being discussed regarding law enforcement issues in both the US and Canada.
Also @Colin Canada represent! I have to agree that we have our share of problems with racism and law enforcement in Canada too, yet many Canadians like to pretend that we don't. I think the recent deaths involving the police (Chantel Moore and Regis Korchinski-Paquet), along with the death of George Floyd, have sparked important conversations and a movement for change here too. It's incredibly encouraging to see people in large cities all the way to small towns calling for action! It certainly feels like real change will come of this.
Preach! So happy to see people using their voice to push a conversation a lot of people don't what to have. It's also great that the racists are out of the Woodworks on this one. Makes it easier to cut them out of your life ;)
The video was very well made
Nice intro, I have really appreciated it :)
Also, thanks for making college people's life less boring!
We really need a video on using Pimm's for cocktails.
I’m a cop, I’ve been having lots of uncomfortable conversations with people in my city, as well as friends. Surprisingly I haven’t had to have uncomfortable conversations with other cops. Every single cop I’ve talked to agree that George Floyd was murdered by that cop. I understand the protests, and 100% support them, even as I’m standing with a line of cops across from the protesters. Luckily we have had no riots here. I even understand defunding if that money goes to alleviating things police aren’t equipped to handle, but expected to handle anyways. The only thing that hurts is the hate towards all cops. People generalizing the police to be all bad is the same generalizations our idiot president is making about the protesters. Most cops are good. Personally, I only ever wanted to help people. It’s been the only job besides my time in the military that I’ve ever been fulfilled and felt like what I was doing was making a positive impact. Everything I do is in an effort to help others. Even giving tickets is in an effort to help others. I know I’m ruining a day, but I’m always hopeful that that person will think of that ticket and reconsider their driving habit in the future. I love what I do and want to do it until I physically can’t anymore because I want to keep helping people.
I understand what you are saying, and empathize with your position. I'm not American and don't live in the USA, so surely I don't appreciate entirely the complexity of the situation. But I want to share what happened in Italy, years ago, in a somewhat similar situation: people hated all cops, and considered every one of "them" equally responsible. Then, a portion of the police forces started to voice their concerns, support explicitly the needed changes, contrast and isolate those in the police forces that were really responsible for the ingrained violence. It helped tell people apart, appease the general public with the police and drive, from within the police, some of the needed improvements. That said, a virtual hug to you, to you family and to your peers: its tough to be in your position, and you deserve the hugh just for sharing your thoughts.
David C ....Good for you! I am a retired teacher and realize, you often deal with the worst behaviors possible and can lose perspective over time unless you work to gain new insights. The military trend to weaponize has also visually lent to the bias! Your thoughtful response is refreshing! Good Luck with the coming reforms.
That original cocktail sounds great! One question, could I substitute a ginger ale for ginger beer? Ginger beer is a bit too powerful for my taste
2 oz of each provide the balance
You’re amazing!!!
Love the background music. Nice shoutout 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
If ever you feel the need for a Lemon Drop, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make it yourself... there's a reason it's consistently on the Top 10 Most Hated Cocktails list (compiled by asking bartenders).
Stick to drinks and leave politics out of your video.
What happend to take 5? The song? It a must in my opinion, huge fan from Netherlands 🇳🇱
Yes!! That statement is important, and well received.
Deeply important thoughts. Thank you.
Good Shit !!
Finally! A different background song than Take Five!
I've followed you for several years now, and I'm really glad you took those minutes to make a stand, and it makes me feel even better about keeping on following you, Nick. Things aren't anywhere near as bad here in Sweden, but that doesn't mean things are perfect. We'll all do what we can to change this!
I prefer to make lemon drop with 2 ounces of Vodka, 1 of limoncello and ⅓ of ounce of lemon juice
When I would order it out that is how bartenders would make it. TBH what I really wanted was Nick's way.
“Give it a little...shake and bake”
I think you mean The Magic Man and El Diablo
I use Old Jamaica Ginger Beer in the Moscow Mule
What's that syrup added to lemon juice in the first cocktail?
Huh.. the coincidence of finding this video as the chauvin trial is going on.
Great video though
Heya! Love your videos! You've never addressed the topic of Rhum arrangé. Summer is coming, I would love to hear your insights about it!
Where did you get the thing thats holding your mint!?!?!?
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Sad to see the Bloody Mary not make the cut on this one...
Thanks Nick for five more great recipes and for standing up against racism. "Morning Glory" by Duke Ellington - a solid choice!
Appreciate the words. My wife has found a variation (I guess) of the Lemon Drop with Amaretto instead of a simple syrup and this became our fav simple vodka cocktail. We lost its name though.
I knew there was a reason I respected you so much. I had an inclination it wasn't just because you get me drunk! BLM
Thank you so much
thx from all russians , i know i ask u 100 times so just thx))
Horrible what america and the world is going through!! I love making cocktails or drinks for my fiancee and I and i’ve learned a lot through your channel and especially the Piña colada ;) cant wait to try that out ty for the videos we love em!
That last one is like an un-frozen daiquiri with ginger beer.
what, how lmao
Thank you for the video
What makes the 1970s the dark age of cocktails? 3:08
The dad jokes will never get old lol
Hey I’m wondering if you could like create cocktails with the Korean alcohol soju? I think it would be a good challenge and it’s the only alcohol I have at the moment.
Thank you for helping in any way you can