This book "The Diabetic Bartender" was written by SUNCRE O. MARQUIS. Because of this distinctive vantage point, the he is able to offer insightful commentary on the world of cocktails and how diabetics can enjoy them in a safe and healthy manner. The book focuses on offering a wealth of knowledge on cocktails and beverages that are suitable for people with diabetes.
The basic concepts of diabetes and how it affects the body's capacity to process sugar are laid out in the book. The Suncre then goes into detail about the various sweeteners that can be used in place of sugar, including stevia, agave nectar, and honey, and offers practical advice on how to include these sweeteners in cocktail recipes.
He then continues by offering a thorough guide to sugar-free cocktail ingredients, including spirits, mixers, and garnishes. Many different cocktail recipes are included in the book, from traditional favorites like the Margarita and Old Fashioned to more unusual concoctions like the Jalapeno Pineapple Margarita and the Cucumber Martini.
Suncre repeatedly stresses the value of moderation and mindfulness when it comes to drinking alcohol, particularly for those who have diabetes. The book offers practical advice on how to control alcohol consumption and blood sugar levels as well as how to prevent potentially harmful blood sugar spikes.
One of the main lessons to be learned from "The Diabetic Bartender" is that having diabetes does not require giving up the pleasure of savoring a mouthwatering cocktail. Anyone can make a safe, satisfying cocktail without sugar if they have the right ingredients and knowledge.
The book contains a few recipes for sugar-free cocktails, including: .
The traditional Cuban cocktail, the mojito, is made with fresh mint leaves, lime juice, and sugar-free simple syrup. White rum and club soda are added as garnishes.
A splash of orange juice and sugar-free simple syrup can be used to make the traditional Mexican cocktail, Margarita, sugar-free.
Fresh fruit, sugar-free simple syrup, and a dry red wine can all be used to make sugar-free sangria, a fruity Spanish cocktail.
A traditional rum-based cocktail, the daiquiri can be made without sugar by adding sugar-free simple syrup and lime juice.
In addition to offering cocktail recipes, "The Diabetic Bartender" offers advice on how to request a sugar-free drink when out and about at a bar or restaurant. The author offers advice on how to interact with the server or bartender to request that the drink be prepared with sugar-free ingredients.
For anyone with diabetes who enjoys the occasional cocktail, "The Diabetic Bartender" is a great resource. With its wealth of knowledge on sugar-free cocktail ingredients and recipes, the book provides a way to enjoy a tasty and secure cocktail without jeopardizing one's health.
