Blood-Orange-Cello (Sous-Vide)
I've wanted to make Blood-Orange Cello for months now, but since they were not in season, I was forced to wait. What did I say? Yes, I had to wait, which is somewhat of a forgotten concept in our postmodern culture. The modernism of impatience and instant gratification and the need to experience fulfillment without delay have become foreign concepts. I've grown accustomed to instant gratification, and this delay made me ponder our societal choices. Why is this important? I think delayed gratification can be a powerful mechanism for forward-thinking. Ok, enough with my inner perceptions and on with the recipe or modus. Again my favorite ethanol to use is Everclear because it's a neutral spirit and its high ABV (95%). Starting with a very high ABV allows you more flexibility when dialing in the desired ABV after dilution. And because it's 190-Proof (95% ABV), you get more bang for your buck. I find that shooting for an ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of 40%/80-proof is best for ...