Comments on Vanilla Garlic: On 2011: Maple-Bourbon Hot Chocolate

Sarcla - Go to garrettmccord.com for a copy of the...

2012-01-08T21:56:21.837-08:00

Sarcla - Go to garrettmccord.com for a copy of the thesis. =D Glad to have you back, too. And no worries on the blog - the important thing is you tried rather than not at all.

I love it that I can come to VG and get perspectiv...

2012-01-08T20:23:58.511-08:00

I love it that I can come to VG and get perspective! I completed a goal last year - publishing a recipe - but my blog fizzled. Thanks for helping me to see I'm not hopeless!! Thing I'll give 'One Simple Thing' another try...

Would still love a copy of that thesis if you're willing! Meanwhile, going downstairs to make some of this hot chocolate (sans bourbon, I don't drink, but I'm thinking a little of my rum flavoring might be nice) and then settling in to read back blog posts on your site. I've missed a few, no time like the present!

Cheers!

That sounds delicious Garrett!

2012-01-06T11:11:43.937-08:00

That sounds delicious Garrett!

Sarah & Stay at home: thank you! I'm sure ...

2012-01-06T08:47:43.548-08:00

Sarah & Stay at home: thank you! I'm sure both your years were just as successful though. =D

Avis:Ah, you caught a typo. Yes, it should be 18, ...

2012-01-06T08:47:12.048-08:00

Avis:Ah, you caught a typo. Yes, it should be 18, not 8. And yes, believe me, this stuff is rich, it will serve four.

I am confused as to how one cup of milk and half a...

2012-01-06T07:56:55.239-08:00

I am confused as to how one cup of milk and half a cup of bourbon turns into 4 servings of hot chocolate.

You definitely did better on your list of resoluti...

2012-01-04T16:16:27.225-08:00

You definitely did better on your list of resolutions than me! I like to think of it as ensuring purpose for 2012. And as for this maple-bourbon hot chocolate business...good way to end the year AND start the year too :)

"The only thing to be ashamed of is if you di...

2012-01-04T15:57:18.952-08:00

"The only thing to be ashamed of is if you didn't get to them because you didn't try. There is no excuse for laziness, sloth, or apathy. The only place to lay the blame in this instance is yourself."--I love this. I think so many people set out to do things and then just don't even give it a shot and don't hold themselves accountable, which is worse than not succeeding. I think your year sounds pretty damn successful. Congrats!

Happy New Year, Garrett! :) I wish I saved a copy...

2012-01-03T17:34:23.332-08:00

Happy New Year, Garrett! :)

I wish I saved a copy of my thesis to burn too. What a grand idea!

whoa! that's pretty impressive -- all but two ...

2012-01-03T10:49:29.390-08:00

whoa! that's pretty impressive -- all but two from your 2011 list! :) i think beef bourguignon would be a cinch for you considering all the tasty treats you always make. happy 2012!

I'm pretty sure the serving size is incorrect....

2012-01-03T10:18:34.426-08:00

I'm pretty sure the serving size is incorrect. You meant 1 (lg.) serving, didn't you? ; )

Also, everything about this meme reminds me of you...

2012-01-03T10:13:05.350-08:00

Also, everything about this meme reminds me of you: http://m.quickmeme.com/Condescending-Literary-Pun-Dog/?upcoming

Brianne: Yes. Very cathartic. Best of luck this ye...

2012-01-03T10:07:29.338-08:00

Brianne: Yes. Very cathartic. Best of luck this year on yours!

Lori: Oooh, I have to try this with Bailey's. Excellent idea. =D

Chris: So glad you liked it!

You lovely lovely person you. I now have a new way...

2012-01-03T10:07:11.217-08:00

You lovely lovely person you. I now have a new way of looking at life: is my glass half empty, half full, or Half bourbon? Seriously! There's 4 ounces! I love it! And I love what you said about goals: if your eyes aren't blurring, you aren't doing it right. Looking back on 2011, I don't ask myself what I accomplished. I only ask myself "Did I love well?" Thank you for a year of Most Excellent posts and recipes and (forgive me this pun) Write on!

I so enjoy reading your blog! Just made this hot c...

2012-01-03T09:56:03.516-08:00

I so enjoy reading your blog! Just made this hot chocolate and it is scrumptious! Thank you for sharing!

You've had an incredible year full of exciting...

2012-01-03T09:55:58.614-08:00

You've had an incredible year full of exciting life events! Your adventures
always bring a smile to my face. One night not too long ago, I indulged in some hot chocolate with a tad bit of Bailey's and had the best night of sleep I've had in years-- can't wait to try your Maple-Bourbon hot chocolate.

Oh my God, you BURNED a copy of your thesis?!?! I ...

2012-01-03T07:44:11.820-08:00

Oh my God, you BURNED a copy of your thesis?!?! I love that. My one goal this year is to finish my damn thesis. I can't even think about anything else right now. Okay, okay...I want to make caramels and I want to make macarons. And cook with goat. That's all.

After the year you've had, you definitely deserve a cocktail! Can't wait for more news on the book.