Ok so I Broke Down and Ordered the Shaker....and Would Like to Use It

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Discussion Overview

The thread centers around the use of a shaker for creating non-alcoholic drinks, particularly in the context of a New Year's Eve gathering. Participants share various recipe ideas and personal experiences related to using the shaker for different beverages.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, expresses excitement about using the shaker for a Harry Potter-themed New Year's Eve and seeks non-alcoholic recipes.
  • Another participant shares a childhood memory of using a shaker to make instant pudding, suggesting it could be a fun activity for kids.
  • Several users mention ideas for lemon shake-ups, iced coffee, and various fruit juices as potential uses for the shaker.
  • One participant notes they have successfully used the shaker for Carnation instant breakfasts.
  • Another participant suggests mixing different juices, including cranberry and orange juice, with lime and grenadine for creative drink options.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on specific recipes, but there is a general enthusiasm for using the shaker for non-alcoholic drinks.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and creative ideas for using the shaker, reflecting a community interest in fun, family-friendly beverage options.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative, non-alcoholic drink ideas for gatherings may find the shared experiences and suggestions helpful.

susanr613
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OK so I broke down and ordered the shaker....and would like to use it at home with DS as well as to show at shows. We are already planning a Harry Potter-thon New Years Eve and I want to make it as memorable as possible.

Does anyone have any non-alcoholic martini/shaker type recipes they would recommend?

TIA!
 
Re: Fake-tinis?This is going to sound really weird, and you'll have to seal the ice-straining holes with plastic wrap or something, but my mom had a shaker when I was a kid that we used for making instant pudding. Just put 2 cups cold milk and a box of mix in it and shake. It's more fun for kids than using a whisk. ;)
 
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Re: Fake-tinis?that sounds good!
 
Re: Fake-tinis?What a great idea Ann.
 
Re: Fake-tinis?We talked about this at our cluster mtg last night. One idea was lemon shake-ups, like you get at the fairs.Use 1 lemon, juiced;2 C water; 1oz sugar. These are approximations based on the lemonade made in the quick stir pitcher.
 
Re: Fake-tinis?There's a recipe for iced coffee. You could also do just about any fruit juice to make an ade (limeade, grapeade, orangeade, etc.)
 
Re: Fake-tinis?I love these ideas for the shaker since we dont drink here at my house. I have used it for the carnation instant breakfasts. works great with those.
 
Re: Fake-tinis?We have tried with iced coffee and it worked wonderfully!
 
Re: Fake-tinis?Dang, now I have to get the shaker. Oh well, was already planning to get the martini glasses. Be fun to use them with the pudding!
 
Re: Fake-tinis?Why not try any mixture of juices...I'm thinking right noe about cranberry juice and orande juice with a fresh squeeze of lime and grenadine. Or a nice pineapple juice with coconut milk and a drop of rum extract anything goes I think but this may not make sens as I am a martini man....lol
Be creative!!!
 

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