Cheers to Adventure COCKTAILS AROUND THE WORLD
Sure, an Aperol spritz might be more enjoyable when sipped along the Amalfi Coast, but you deserve a crisp cocktail whether you're seaside or at home in the suburbs. My first Aperol spritz was made by my best friend Mary, when we were in her house in Palm Springs… so fun! 🍹
This edition of the newsletter requires no passport – just a quick run to the store! We're featuring a refreshing lineup of easy-to-make cocktails inspired by sun-soaked destinations around the world.
No matter your travel plans, you deserve a refreshing beverage – even if it's enjoyed in the comfort of your own home, on the balcony or patio watching the sunset, or backyard just relaxing with friends. 🍹
So grab your favorite glass, because we're about to shake up your day with flavors from every corner of the planet. If you decide to craft up a far-flung cocktail, we'd love for you to hit reply and let us know which one found its way to your glass, First name / friend!
For those of you on the hunt for a "mocktail," don't miss the Hibiscus Lemonade! 🍋
Pisco Sour
Transport yourself to the Andes with Peru’s national drink, the Pisco Sour. (I have a funny story about this drink!) This refreshing cocktail combines the unique flavors of Pisco with the tang of fresh lime.
Ingredients:
2 oz Pisco
1 oz fresh lime juice
3/4 oz simple syrup
1 egg white
Angostura bitters
Ice
Instructions:
Combine Pisco, lime juice, simple syrup, and egg white in a shaker.
Shake vigorously without ice to froth the egg white.
Add ice and shake again until chilled.
Strain into a glass and add a few drops of Angostura bitters on top.
Enjoy with a view of Peru in your mind.
Mojito
Feel the rhythm of Havana with every sip of this classic Cuban cocktail. The Mojito’s blend of mint, lime, and rum is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
2 oz white rum
1/2 oz lime juice
2 tsp sugar
6-8 fresh mint leaves
Soda water
Ice
Instructions:
Muddle the mint leaves and sugar in a glass.
Add lime juice and rum, then fill the glass with ice.
Top with soda water and stir gently.
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge.
Sip slowly and imagine the vibrant streets of Havana.
Hibiscus Lemonade
For those who prefer a non-alcoholic option, enjoy the refreshing taste of Hibiscus Lemonade, inspired by the traditional Mexican drink Agua de Jamaica.
Ingredients:
1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
4 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Ice
Lime slices and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
Bring the water to a boil and add the dried hibiscus flowers.
Remove from heat and let steep for 10-15 minutes.
Strain the liquid into a pitcher and discard the flowers.
Stir in the sugar until dissolved and add the lime juice.
Chill in the refrigerator.
Serve over ice and garnish with lime slices and mint leaves, picturing the colorful streets of Playa del Carmen.
Aperol Spritz
Embrace the dolce vita with an Aperol Spritz, the quintessential Italian aperitivo.
Ingredients:
3 oz Prosecco
2 oz Aperol
1 oz soda water
Ice
Orange slice for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a wine glass with ice.
Pour in the Prosecco, followed by the Aperol.
Add a splash of soda water and stir gently.
Garnish with an orange slice.
Enjoy while dreaming of a sunny piazza in Italy.
Which one is your favorite? Or are you sticking with your old standard of a Manhattan or an Old Fashioned? (I know who you are!) Hit reply and tell me your answer!
