From Absinthe Gummi Bears to Liquored Popcorn Snacks
Susan Keefe — September 18, 2011 — Lifestyle
Alcohol and food are familiar bedfellows, but when sugar gets involved, you've got one steamy threesome, as these alcoholic treats prove. Booze-filled confections might not be cutting edge, but it's clear that the chefs and mixologists of the world are continuously pushing the envelope and creating some truly astounding liquor-laden creations. Nowadays even an innocent lollipop carries an intimidating percentage of alcohol and beer has been embraced as a baking pantry staple.
These alcoholic treats marry the nostalgic candylike flavors we adored as kids with that great booze taste adults go for. The alcohol gives the otherwise-predictable sweet a one-two punch of complexity. There is nothing like a little inconspicuous liquor consumption to get you through the day. Plus, these desserts are sure to give you a pretty mean sugar high -- you'll never fall victim to a beer coma again. Skip the ill-advised lunchtime beer and chow down on these tipsy treats.
These alcoholic treats marry the nostalgic candylike flavors we adored as kids with that great booze taste adults go for. The alcohol gives the otherwise-predictable sweet a one-two punch of complexity. There is nothing like a little inconspicuous liquor consumption to get you through the day. Plus, these desserts are sure to give you a pretty mean sugar high -- you'll never fall victim to a beer coma again. Skip the ill-advised lunchtime beer and chow down on these tipsy treats.
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