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Celiac.com 09/09/2021 - Though often associated with cold weather, whiskey makes a great, refreshing summer cocktail, if you know how to handle it. Here are five great cocktails to make with Jameson whiskey. For more cocktail ideas, visit the Jameson whiskey website. Jameson Ginger & Lime A Jameson Ginger & Lime cocktail might be among the best summer drinks ever. Ingredients: 1 Part Jameson Irish Whiskey 2 Parts Ginger Ale 1 Wedge of lime Directions: Fill highball glass with ice Pour 1 part Jameson Irish Whiskey over ice Top up with ginger ale Stir briefly to mix Take a large wedge of lime, give it a squeeze and drop it into the glass Irish Paloma This tangy, zesty little Irish dove will help to quench your thirst on those warm summer days. Ingredients: 1 part Jameson Original 0.5 parts Lime Juice 4 parts Citrus Soda Chamoy & Tajin Rim Directions: Rim glass with Chamoy & Tajin Build Jameson Original and lime juice in a separate glass Shake and strain over ice Top with Citrus Soda Irish Lemonade Foggy as the Emerald Isle can be, the Irish know a thing or two about keeping cool on a warm day. Ingredients: 1 Part Jameson Original 2 Parts Lemonade A splash of club soda Bitters Ice Lemon and Fresh Mint for Garnish Directions: Mix Jameson, lemonade, and bitters together Add a splash of club soda Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint Jameson Sangria This zesty spin on the traditional wine-based sangria, this marriage of Jameson, red wine, and ginger beer combine for a cocktail that will impress wine-lovers and whiskey drinkers alike. Ingredients: 1 ½ Parts Jameson Irish Whiskey ¼ Part lemon juice 2 Parts red wine 3 Parts ginger beer 1/8 Part Angostura Bitters Directions: Build a pitcher and add ice. Top with Ginger beer and garnish with orange slices, apple slices, and grated cinnamon. Jameson Watermelon Cooler Another drink that earns the title of summer in a glass. Yes, please. Ingredients: 1.5 Parts Jameson 6-8 Watermelon Cubes .75 Part Lemon Juice .5 Part Simple Syrup Splash of Soda Water Directions: Muddle watermelon cubes, then add lemon juice, simple syrup, and Jameson in mason jar. Shake with ice and serve over fresh ice. Top with a splash of soda water. Enjoy!

Celiac.com 09/08/2021 - Even with a clear declaration by the FDA that all distilled alcohol is gluten-free, we still get a lot of questions about alcohol, and cocktails. Specifically, get a lot of questions about gluten-free cocktails with Jameson's whiskey. One question we see a lot is about whiskey. Specifically, is Jameson's whiskey gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease? The short answer is yes. According to the FDA, all distilled spirits, including whiskey, are gluten-free, so that means Jameson's and other major whiskeys, even those distilled from grains, are gluten-free and safe for people with celiac disease. While nearly all whiskeys are made with gluten-containing cereal grains, the final product is gluten-free, according to the FDA. Many people with celiac disease choose to avoid whiskey made from cereal grains, while many others drink it with no adverse effects. Whiskey distilled from gluten-free grains or other gluten-free ingredients contain no gluten ingredients from start to finish, and are naturally gluten-free. Remember, unless gluten ingredients are added after distillation, all whiskey, including Jameson's, is gluten-free. As always, read labels, and choose carefully. For more information, check the Jameson's website. Gluten-free Jameson's varieties include: Jameson Irish Whiskey Jameson Cold Brew Jameson Black Barrel Jameson 18 Year old Aged Irish Whiskey Jameson 18 Years The only Jameson whiskeys we are not sure about are the ones aged in beer barrels, including: Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition Since the whiskey is rested in beer barrels after distillation, the final product could contain gluten. Use caution.

Celiac.com 08/28/2021 - Here are some great gluten-free cocktails to make with Seagram's 7 whiskey. For more great gluten-free drink ideas, check out the Seagram's 7 website. The 7 & 7 An absolute classic for summer, or anytime. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Seagram’s 7 Crown Blended Whiskey 5 oz. 7UP Slice of lime Directions: Add Seagram's 7 Crown Blended Whiskey and 7UP® soda to a highball glass with ice Stir well Garnish with lime slice Seagram's 7 & Cola Rich and refreshing, a great little pick-me-up. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Seagram’s 7 Crown Blended Whiskey 5 oz. cola Slice of lime Directions: Add Seagram's 7 Crown Blended Whiskey and cola to a highball glass with ice Stir well Garnish with lime slice Seagram's 7 & Ginger Ale Another classic cocktail of the "summer in a glass" variety. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Seagram’s 7 Crown Blended Whiskey 5 oz. ginger ale Slice of lime Directions: Add Seagram's 7 Crown Blended Whiskey and ginger ale to a highball glass with ice Stir well Garnish with lime slice Seagram's 7 & Soda It doesn't get much easier, or more refreshing than a Seagram's 7 and soda. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Seagram’s 7 Crown Blended Whiskey Directions: Add Seagram's 7 Crown Blended Whiskey to an ice-filled rocks glass Add club soda to taste Stir gently Sip and enjoy 7 Honey Lemonade This dreamy concoction will have you asking for seconds. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Seagram’s 7 Crown Dark Honey 3 oz. lemonade Club soda Directions: Add Seagram's 7 Dark Honey and lemonade to a highball glass with ice Stir well Top with club soda

Celiac.com 02/20/2015 - Most all gins and whiskeys, and many vodkas, are distilled from grain. While many people with celiac disease and gluten-intolerance can drink them with no adverse effects, many others cannot. These brands of gin, whiskey and vodka are made with gluten-free ingredients, and safe for people with celiac disease and wheat sensitivity. So anyone with celiac disease who has been missing their gin or whiskey can now happily indulge. Cheers! GLUTEN-FREE GIN Cold River Gin is distilled from potatoes. The company’s website says that, like their world-famous vodkas, their gluten-free gin is made with whole Maine potatoes and the pure water of Maine's Cold River. Cold River uses a recipe that “dates back to the early days of British gin,” and contains their own “secret blend of seven traditional botanicals that are steeped for the perfect amount of time to infuse the essential flavors.” GLUTEN-FREE WHISKEY Queen Jennie Whiskey, by Old Sugar Distillery is made entirely from sorghum. The idea of a whiskey made from gluten-free grains is sure to excite anyone with celiac disease who longs for a wee dram. The company’s web page says that Queen Jennie is made with 100% Wisconsin Sorghum, and is “Less sour than a bourbon and less harsh than a rye.” GLUTEN-FREE VODKA Corn Vodka—Deep Eddy, Nikolai, Rain, Tito’s, UV Potato Vodka—Boyd & Blair, Cirrus, Chase, Chopin, Cold River Vodka, Cracovia, Grand Teton, Karlsson’s, Luksusowa, Monopolowa, Schramm Organic, Zodiac Monopolowa is one of my favorites, and is usually available at Trader Joe’s. Cold River gluten-free vodka is triple-distilled in a copper pot still, from Maine potatoes and water from Maine's Cold River. Tito’s award winning vodka is six times distilled from corn in an old-fashioned pot still, just like fine single malt scotches and high-end French cognacs. Tito’s is certified Gluten-free.

Celiac.com 06/05/2020 (Updated. originally published 02/20/2015) - There's a lot of confusion about which alcoholic beverages are gluten-free, and safe for people with celiac disease. Here's Celiac.com's latest list of gluten-free, gluten-safe beer, wine and alcohol. Gluten-Free Beer In the United States, products labeled gluten-free must not contain or be made from wheat, rye or barley. That means many beers cannot be labeled gluten-free. Beers made with gluten-free ingredients and are gluten-free and can be labeled gluten-free. Gluten-Removed Beer A number of beers are treated with enzymes to break down gluten. These beers are typically filtered to remove any stray proteins. Such beers can be labeled Gluten-Free in EU, but not in Canada or the US. Distilled Spirits Distillation removes gluten proteins from the final product, and starting 9/14/2020 distilled alcohols can be labelled "gluten-free" no matter their source. That means all distilled spirits are technically gluten-free. However, some people with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity have adverse reactions to spirits distilled from wheat, barley or rye. Many people with celiac disease have no problems at all with such spirits. The best advice we can give is to trust your gut. Avoid eating or drinking things that upset your stomach. However, unless they have added gluten ingredients, such spirits do not contain gluten, and are safe to drink. If you tolerate them well, you can be comforted by the fact that they are likely just as safe as spirits made from gluten-free ingredients and labeled 'Gluten-Free." Gluten-Free and Gluten-Safe Spirits, Beers and Wines include: Naturally Gluten-free Beers Anheuser-Busch Redbridge Bard's Gold Bard's Tale Beer Brasserie Dupont Forêt Libre Brasseurs Sans Gluten Glutenberg Blanche Brunehaut Bio Ambrée Brunehaut Blonde Bio Brunehaut Blanche Burning Brothers Brewing Coors Peak Dogfish Head Craft Brewed Ales: Tweason'ale Departed Soles Brewing Company Drummond Gluten Free Epic Brewing Company: Glutenator Ghostfish Brewery Glutenberg American Pale Ale Glutenberg Blonde Glutenberg Belgian Double Glutenberg India Pale Ale Glutenberg Rousse Green's Discovery Amber Ale Green's Endeavour Green's Enterprise Dry-Hopped Lager Green's India Pale Ale Green's Quest Tripel Blonde Ale Ground Breaker Corsa Rose Gold Ale Ground Breaker IPA No. 5 Ground Breaker Dark Ale Holidaily Brewing Company Ipswich Ale Brewery: Celia Saison Joseph James Brewing Fox Tail Lakefront New Grist Ginger Style Ale Lakefront New Grist Pilsner Style Minhas Lazy Mutt Gluten Free Mongozo Premium Pilsener New Planet Belgian Style Ale New Planet Blonde Ale New Planet Pale Ale New Planet Raspberry Ale New Planet Seclusion IPA New Planet Tread Lightly Session Ale Nickel Brook Gluten Free Nouvelle France La Messagère Nouvelle-France Messagère Aux Fruits Nouvelle-France Messagère Red Ale Schnitzer Bräu Hirse Lemon Schnitzer Bräu Hirse Premium Sprecher Brewing Company's Shakparo Ale Steadfast Beer gluten-free Blonde and Pale Ales Steadfast Beer Company's Oatmeal Cream Stout To Øl Reparationsbajer Gluten Free Whistler Forager Gluten-Removed Beers Alley Kat Scona Gold Kölsch Brunehaut Bio Tripel Estrella Damm Daura Estrella Damm Daura Marzen Lammsbräu Glutenfrei Lager Beer Mikkeller American Dream Gluten Free Mikkeller Green Gold Gluten Free Mikkeller I Wish Gluten Free IPA Mikkeller Peter, Pale And Mary Gluten Free New Belgium Glutiny brand Golden and Pale Ales Short's Brewing Space Rock Stone Delicious IPA Sufferfest Brewing Company Pale Ale and Lager Widmer Omission Lager Widmer Omission IPA Widmer Omission Pale Ale Wold Top Against The Grain Wold Top Marmalade Porter Wold Top Scarborough Fair IPA Gluten-Free Hard Cider Most ciders are fermented from apples or other fruits. Most are safe, however, some add barley for enzymes and flavor. Read labels! Brands of Gluten-Free Hard Cider Ace Ciders Angry Orchard Blue Mountain Cider Company Blackthorn Cider Bulmer's Hard Cider Crispin Cider (including Fox Barrel products) Gaymer Cider Company Harpoon Craft Cider J.K. Scrumpy's Organic Hard Cider Lazy Jack's Cider Magner's Cider Newton's Folly Hard Cider Original Sin Hard Cider Spire Mountain Draft Cider Strongbow Cider Stella Artois Apple and Pear Hard Cidre Woodchuck Woodpecker Cider Is Wine Gluten-Free? All wines, including brandy, champagne, cognac, port wine, sherry, and vermouth are safe for celiacs. Gluten-Free Distilled Alcohols Unless gluten is added after distillation, all distilled alcohols are free of gluten. However, US labeling laws prohibit beverages that use cereal grains at any point in the manufacturing process from advertising themselves as 'gluten-free.' So, when you do see a 'gluten-free' label on a distilled beverage, it means that no gluten ingredients have been used at any point in the production process. Is Gin Gluten-Free? Most gins are made with gluten-containing cereal grains. The final distilled product does not contain gluten, but cannot be advertised or labeled as gluten-free. Many people with celiac disease choose to avoid these beverages, while many others drink them with no adverse effects. Brands of Gluten-Free Gin Cold River Gin—distilled from potatoes Brands of Standard Gin Aviation American Gin Beefeater Bombay Bombay Sapphire Boodles British Gin Booth's Gin Gordon's Leopolds Gin New Amsterdam Gin Seagram's Tanqueray Is Rum Gluten-Free? Distilled from sugar cane, most rums are gluten-free and safe for celiacs. Beware of pre-made drink mixes, such as those intended for piña coladas — many of these contain gluten ingredients as flavoring. Brands of Gluten-Free Rum Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum Bacardi—only Gold, Superior, 151, and flavored Bayou Rum Bundaberg Rum Captain Morgan Rum Cruzan Rum Malibu Rum Montanya Distillers Mount Gay Rum Meyer's Rum Gluten-Free Sake Fermented with rice and Koji enzymes. The Koji enzymes are grown on Miso, which is usually made with barley. The two-product separation from barley, and the manufacturing process should make it safe for celiacs. Is Tequila Gluten-Free? Distilled from the agave cactus, all 100% agave tequilas are gluten-free and safe for celiacs. Brands of Gluten-free Tequila 1519 Tequila 1800 Tequila Cabo Wabo Casamigos Cazadores Chimayo Don Julio El Jimador Herradura Hornitos Jose Cuervo Patrón Sauza Is Vodka Gluten-Free? Vodkas distilled from potatoes, gluten-free grains or other gluten-free ingredients contain no gluten ingredients and can be labeled as gluten-free. Brands of Naturally Gluten-Free Vodka Broken Shed Vodka Corn Vodka—Deep Eddy, Nikolai, Rain, Tito's, UV Grape Vodka—Bombora, Cooranbong Potato Vodka—Boyd & Blair, Cirrus, Chase, Chopin, Cold River Vodka, Cracovia, Grand Teton, Karlsson's, Luksusowa, Monopolowa, Schramm Organic, Zodiac Rice Vodka—Kissui Sugar Cane—Downunder, DOT AU Many vodkas are made with gluten-containing cereal grains. The final product does not contain gluten, but cannot be advertised or labeled as gluten-free. Many people with celiac disease choose to avoid these beverages, while many others drink them with no adverse effects. Vodkas distilled from cereal grains Barley Vodka—Finlandia Grain Vodka—Absolwent, Blavod, Bowman's, Fleischmann's, Orloff, Polonaise, SKYY, Smirnoff, Stolichnaya, Wheat Vodka—Absolut, Bong Spirit, Danzka, Grey Goose, Hangar One, Ketel One, P.i.n.k Vodka Rye Vodka—Belvedere, BiaÅ‚a Dama, Platinka, Sobieski, Starka, Wisent, Wyborowa, Xellent Swiss, Å»ubrówka Gluten-Free Whiskey Nearly all whiskeys are made with gluten-containing cereal grains. The final product does not contain gluten, but cannot be advertised or labeled as gluten-free. Many people with celiac disease choose to avoid whiskey, while many others drink it with no adverse effects. Gluten-free Whiskey Brands Queen Jennie Whiskey, by Old Sugar Distillery is made entirely from sorghum Gold Spur Corn Whiskey by Cowboy Country Distilling is made with corn, millet and oats Whiskeys Distilled from Cereal Grains Bourbon—Benjamin Prichard's, Booker's, Buffalo Trace, Jim Beam, Early Times, Ezra Brooks, Jefferson's Bourbon, Knob Creek, Makers Mark, Old Crow, Old Forester, Old Grand-Dad Canadian Whiskey—Alberta Premium, Black Velvet, Canadian Club, Crown Royal, Tenesse Whiskey—Jack Daniels, George Dickel. Irish Whiskey—Bushmills, Jameson, Kilbeggan, Redbreast, Tullamore Dew Japanese Blended Whiskey—Hibiki, Kakubin, Nikka, Japanese Single Malt Whiskey—Hakushu, Yamazaki, Yoichi Rye Whiskey—Alberta Premium, Bulleitt Scotch Whiskey Blends—Ballentine's, Bell's, Black Grouse, Chivas Regal, Cutty Sark, Dewar's, Famous Grouse, Johnnie Walker, Teacher's, Whitehorse Scotch Whiskey Single Malts—Bowmore, Glenfiddich, Glen Grant, The Glenlivet, Glenmorangie, Highland Park, Knockando, Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Macallan, Monkey Shoulder, Singleton, Talisker Taiwanese Whiskey—Kavalan Classic Are Wine Coolers Gluten-Free? The majority of wine coolers are made from barley products, and so contain gluten. There are a few exceptions. Gluten-Free Wine Coolers Bartle & Jaymes - all EXCEPT malt beverages Boones - all EXCEPT malt beverages Other Gluten-Free Alcoholic Brews, Wines and Spirits Brandy Campari Champagne Cognac—made from grapes Cointreau Grappa Jaegermeister Midori Prosecco Khalua Coffee Liquer Kirschwasser (cherry liqueur) Old Deadly Cider Sambuca Vermouth Gluten-Free Drink Mixes Club Extra Dry Martini (corn & grape) Club Vodka Martini (corn & grape) Coco Casa and Coco Lopez Brands: Cream of Coconut Jose Cuervo Brand: Margarita Mix and All Jose Cuervo Blenders Master of Mixes Brand: Tom Collins, Whiskey Sour, Strawberry Daiquiri, Sweet & Sour Mixer, and Margarita Mix Mr. & Mrs. T—Except Bloody Mary Mix TGI Friday's Brand: On The Rocks, Long Island Ice Tea, Margarita, Mudslide, Pina Colada, and Strawberry Daiquiri. TGI Friday's Club Cocktails including: Gin Martini, Manhattan, Screwdriver, Vodka Martini, and Whiskey Sour mix. Other Gluten-free Beverages Mixes & Cooking Alcohol Club Tom Collins—made with corn Diamond Jims Bloody Mary Mystery Holland House - all EXCEPT Teriyaki Marinade and Smooth & Spicy Bloody Mary Mixes Mead—made from honey Mistico: Jose Cuervo Mistico—agave and cane Ouzo - made from grapes and anise Spice Islands - Cooking Wines - Burgundy, Sherry and White Also Godiva products contain gluten as do Smirnoff FMB's, Twisted V, and Smirnoff Ice Additives Are Sometimes Used in Alcohols/Spirits Certain spirits use chemical additives and preservatives such as glycerin to create a specific "mouth feel" and texture in an alcoholic beverage. Propylene glycol is used in foods and spirits, and although these ingredients are gluten-free, some people do have allergic reactions to them. Sulfites are often added to red wines, and many people are allergic to them.

Celiac.com 09/16/2019 - Here are some of the most common questions we get about gluten-free alcoholic beverages. Gluten-Free Distilled Alcohols Unless gluten is added after distillation, all distilled alcohols are free of gluten. However, under US labeling law, beverages made from ingredients containing wheat, rye, or barley, cannot be labeled or advertised as 'gluten-free.'So, when you do see a 'gluten-free' label on a distilled beverage, it means that no gluten ingredients have been used at any point in the production process. You'll find an extensive list of gluten-free alcohol, booze and liquor here. Gluten Sensitivity Can Vary Many people with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity can tolerate whiskey, gin and other liquor distilled from grains, but many cannot. Use your own judgement and trust your gut when it comes to choosing alcohol. If something disagrees with you, it's likely best avoided. That said, we've tried to provide some depth and nuance to the answers here. Where possible, we reference truly gluten-free alternatives. Is Whiskey Gluten-Free? As a distilled beverage, whiskey contains no gluten. However, as a beverage made from gluten-containing cereal grains, whisky cannot be advertised or labeled as gluten-free. Many people with celiac disease choose to avoid whiskey, while many others drink it with no adverse effects. Gluten-free Whiskey Brands Queen Jennie Whiskey, by Old Sugar Distillery is made entirely from sorghum Gold Spur Corn Whiskey by Cowboy Country Distilling is made with corn, millet and oats Is Bourbon Gluten-Free? Bourbon is a kind of whiskey made exclusively in the United States. Recognized by Congress in 1964 as a "distinctive product of the United States," Bourbon sold in the U.S. must be made in America from at least 51% corn and stored in a new container of charred oak. Other rules apply. As a distilled beverage, bourbon whiskey contains no gluten, unless added after distillation. However, as a beverage made from gluten-containing cereal grains, bourbon cannot be advertised or labeled as gluten-free. Many people with celiac disease choose to avoid bourbon, while many others drink it with no adverse effects. Many brands of bourbon add a portion of the original mash back into the finished product to retard bacteria that could taint the whiskey, and to create a proper pH balance for yeast growth. In part because of the strict rules governing bourbon production, there are no bourbons currently labeled 'gluten-free." Is Bailey's Irish cream gluten-free? Baileys Irish Cream is a liqueur blended Irish whiskey and dairy cream. If you can tolerate whiskey and dairy, you can likely tolerate Bailey's. Is Gin Gluten-Free? As a distilled beverage, gin does not contain gluten. However, as a beverage made from cereal grain ingredients, gin cannot be labeled gluten-free. Brands of Gluten-Free Gin Cold River Gin—distilled from potatoes Is hard cider gluten-free? Most ciders are fermented from apples or other fruits. Most are safe, however, some add barley for enzymes and flavor. Read labels to be sure! Is Rum Gluten-Free? Most rum is distilled from sugar cane and is gluten-free. However, be careful about additives. Read labels, especially for flavored or premixed products, just to be sure. Brands of Gluten-Free Rum Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum Bacardi—only Gold, Superior, 151, and flavored Bayou Rum Bundaberg Rum Captain Morgan Rum Cruzan Rum Malibu Rum Mount Gay Rum Meyer's Rum Is Scotch Gluten-Free? Scotch is a type of whiskey. As a distilled beverage, Scotch is gluten-free. However, as a beverage made from ingredients containing wheat, rye or barley, Scotch cannot be labeled gluten-free. Is Tequila Gluten-Free? Distilled from the agave cactus, all 100% agave tequilas are gluten-free and safe for celiacs. Is Wine Gluten-Free? Yes. All wines, including brandy, champagne, cognac, port wine, sherry, and vermouth are safe for celiacs. Are Wine Coolers Gluten-Free? Are Wine Coolers Gluten-Free? The majority of wine coolers are made from barley products, and so contain gluten. There are a few exceptions. Gluten-Free Wine Coolers Bartle & Jaymes - all EXCEPT malt beverages Boones - all EXCEPT malt beverages Is Vodka Gluten-Free? Some vodka is labeled, some is not. Vodkas distilled from potatoes, gluten-free grains or other gluten-free ingredients, and which contain no gluten ingredients, and can be labeled 'gluten-free.' Vodka distilled from grain contains no gluten, but cannot be labeled 'gluten-free.' Many people with celiac disease drink either one without issues. Many prefer vodka made with no gluten ingredients and labeled 'gluten-free.' Is Beer Gluten-Free? In the United States, products labeled 'gluten-free' must not be made from ingredients containing wheat, rye or barley. That means many beers cannot be labeled gluten-free, including both traditional gluten-containing beers, and gluten-removed beers. Gluten-Free Beer Beers made with gluten-free ingredients, and which test below 20ppm gluten, are gluten-free and can be labeled gluten-free. Gluten-Removed Beer A number of beers are made with traditional wheat or barley and treated with enzymes to break down gluten. These beers are typically filtered to remove any stray proteins. Such beers can be labeled Gluten-Free in EU, but not in Canada or the US. See a long list of gluten-free and gluten-removed beers here. Is Ale Gluten-Free? Ale is a kind of beer. In the United States, products labeled 'gluten-free' must not be made from ingredients containing wheat, rye or barley. That means many ales cannot be labeled gluten-free. See our list of gluten-free and gluten-removed beers for more information. Is Jaegermeister gluten-free? Jägermeister is an herb liqueur made from 56 herbs, roots, fruits, and other natural ingredients. The company says that Jägermeister can be considered free from gluten, starch and lactose. The actual recipe is secret, so no one can know for sure, so we'll have to take the company at its word.

Celiac.com 03/23/2019 - Want a killer gluten-free dessert that’s easy to make, perfect for spring, and practically guaranteed turn some heads and draw rave reviews? Try these butterscotch pots de creme. If you’re unfamiliar, butterscotch pots de creme is a French dessert that’s a delightful marriage of creme, butter, sugar, egg yolks, and a bit of vanilla bean. Simple, right? Simple, but deceptively, deviously delicious. And delightfully gluten-free. Enjoy! Ingredients: 3½ cups heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, or one real vanilla bean, if you like 3 tablespoons Scotch whiskey 4 tablespoons salted butter 1¼ cup dark brown sugar (regular brown sugar in a pinch)* 9 egg yolks, beaten pinch of salt Directions: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Place the cream in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add vanilla. If using the bean, then split the vanilla bean, scrape the seeds into the cream and drop in the pod, as well. Bring the cream and vanilla to a simmer. Remove the vanilla pod and discard. In a separate pan, melt the butter with the sugar, whiskey, and a pinch of salt. Heat the mixture until it begins to bubble. Slowly whisk the heated cream mixture to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat the egg yolks well. Slowly whisk a bit of the hot cream-butter mixture into the yolks to help warm them up. Then slowly whisk the warmed yolks into the hot cream-butter mixture, until well mixed and thick. Pour mixture into six 6-ounce ramekins. Place ramekins in a baking pan with high sides. Add hot water to the baking pan until halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Cover pan with foil and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the mixture sets. Allow to cool, and serve at room temperature. Tops with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, fresh berries and a dash of sea salt, as desired. *If you want to get fancy, you can use dark Muscovado sugar, which is available at specialty shops.