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Wine & Spirits

4th of July Cocktails

There’s no better time to whip up a refreshing summer cocktail than the 4th of July. Here are some ideas to add some American spirit into this festive holiday.

very-berryVery Berry Partida
5 Blueberries
3 Blackberries
0.5oz Organic Agave Nectar
1.5oz Blanco Tequila
1.5oz Organic Cherry Juice
Splash Strawberry Sparkling Water
Muddle berries in highball glass. Add agave, tequila and cherry juice, top with ice. Shake well. Top with strawberry soda

zenZEN, White & Blue
1½ parts ZEN Green Tea Liqueur
3 parts prepared Silver Needle White Tea
1½ parts SKYY Infusions Raspberry
3 parts Fresh Blueberries, muddled or pureéd
Combine 1 part cold and 5 parts boiling water to approximate 180ºf.  Use ½ cup dry tea leaves to 2 cups hot water (1:4).  Steep 3 minutes.  Strain and chill.  Combine and stir ingredients.  Serve on the rocks.  Garnish with Fresh Mint.

Wednesday, July 1st, 2009