The Bramble

This classic comes to us from our friends at the Organic Spirits Company in London, makers of the fine gin proudly featured in this recipe. Begin with 2 ounces Juniper Green Organic Gin in a shaker. Squeeze in half an ounce of organic lemon juice, half an ounce of blackberry liqueur. Sweeten with simple syrup…

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Watermelon and Basil Martini

This summertime treat begins with 1.5 cups of diced ripe watermelon. Shake over ice with 7 freshly-torn basil leaves and 6 ounces of Juniper Green London Dry Gin and an ounce of gomme or simple syrup as a sweetener. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a skewer of watermelon…

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The Cinque Terre Martini

Muddle a slice or two of lemon and 3-4 basil leaves in the bottom of the small side of a shaker, add ice, 3 ounces of Vodka 14, and 1 ounce of simple syrup. Place the large side of the shaker upside down between two low ball glasses allowing space between the glasses. Light a…

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The Whisky Ginger

This simple cocktail cleaves close to the classic whiskey sour, but with the more complex flavor of scotch, and a spicy twist. To make it, combine 2 ounces of Highland Harvest Scotch Whisky and squeeze of agave nectar in a lowball glass. Simple syrup may be substituted if agave is not available.  Stir until the…

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The Classic Daiquiri

Unfettered by artificially-flavored syrups and mixes, the classic daiquiri is much simpler than its more familiar cruise ship-going cousin, the frozen daiquiri, but possesses a refreshing appeal all its own. Begin with 2 ounces of the Papagayo Rum of your choice. Papagayo Añejo is ideally suited, its rich aged flavor pairing perfectly with the citrus of the lime,…

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