With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I wanted to share some cocktail recipes from the mixologists at William Grant & Sons that might be of interest to you as you finalize yourr plans for the 14th.
For traditionalists, surprising your sweetie with a bouquet of roses is a classic Valentine’s Day tradition. The Primrose, with Hendrick’s gin, a dash of rose syrup and a refreshing spritz of lemon, is a perfect way to shake up this traditional gift.
Less than excited about this year’s Valentine’s Day prospects? Why not host a playful cocktail pairing at home with His and Hers versions of the Carpe Dia. For those who are keen to forget the holiday entirely, try a Tijuana Jerry, a drink robust enough to ease the pain of even the worst heartbreak.
Tijuana Jerry
1 part Sailor Jerry
1 part Tequila
¾ part fresh lime juice
½ part agave nectar
Shake and strain all ingredients and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with lime wheel and mint sprig.
Primrose
1 ½ oz Hendrick’s Gin (3 parts)
½ oz Lillet Rouge (1 part)
1 ½ oz apple juice (3 parts)
½ oz rose syrup (1 part)
½ oz fresh lemon juice (1 part)
2 dashes orange bitters
Shake and strain up into a chilled a martini glass. Garnish with a rose petal.
Floradora (by Jim Ryan, variation on classic Floradora)
3 parts Hendrick’s Gin
1 part lime juice
1 part Raspberry Syrup
In a long glass combine ingredients and add ice. Give a good stir, top with ginger beer and give a gentle stir. Garnish with a raspberry and a lime wheel.
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