What’s better than a refreshing cocktail on a warm sunny afternoon? Having a few friends over in the backyard for some drinks and bites is probably one of my favourite way to spend the afternoon. While I am normally a wine drinker, in the summer I like to be more adventurous and play around with seasonal ingredients and create cocktails.
I am so excited to start a series of “Summer Sippers” posts and share some fun drink recipes with you. For the rest of July and August, I’ll be sharing some fabulous & easy cocktails using simple ingredients.
First up is a twist on one of my favourite cocktails, French 75!
Normally this cocktail calls for Champagne…but feel free to use Prosecco or any sparkling white wine.
INGREDIENTS:
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1 oz of Gin
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1 tbsp of lemon juice
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1 tbsp of blueberry jam or preserve
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Champagne, Prosecco or any other white bubbles
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long lemon twist and a few blueberries for garnish
DIRECTIONS:
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In a cocktail shaker, add a handful of ice cubes, gin, lemon juice and blueberry jam. Shake well.
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Strain into a champagne glass.
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Top with your bubbles.
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Garnish with a few blueberries and a lemon twist!
So excited to share a few more fresh cocktails coming soon!
In the meantime, cheers!
Christopher is a food and lifestyle expert, recipe developer and the content creator behind May Eighty Five. With over 6 years of creating recipes for your favourite food brands, he also shares tips, tricks and how to’s that he has learnt over the years. Every week, he shares quick, simple and mostly healthy recipes along with some home and entertaining tips. You will find flavorful cocktails, delicious appetizers, tasty mains and some indulgent desserts.
