SUMMER SIPS By Cara Greenstein
Grapefruit & Gin Summer Spritz Cueing my drink of choice for the foreseeable future — this sparkling grapefruit number is refreshing and the most beautiful color! Just before stirring with a citrus peel, its ingredients form an effortless ombre effect. Ingredients: q q q q q
2 ounces gin 3 ounces fresh grapefruit juice 3 ounces lime sparkling water J uice of half a lime O range or grapefruit peel, to garnish
Directions: Fill a tumbler with ice. Pour gin, grapefruit juice, and sparkling water in order. Squeeze lime and give a light stir. Garnish with citrus peel. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Makes 1 serving
Jalapeño-Infused Gin Rickey Mix up an easy at-home cocktail with a bit of spice and citrus to kick the weekend into gear.
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Directions:
q 1 1/2 ounce gin q 1 /2 ounce jalapeño simple syrup (shop local with Cane & Herb, caneandherb.com) q 1 lime, halved q 4 –6 ounces sparkling water
Fill a glass with ice. Add gin and jalapeño simple syrup. Squeeze juice of 1/2 lime. Pour over your favorite mineral or soda water. Garnish with a lime wheel. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Makes 1 serving
Cara Greenstein celebrates intentional and exceptional cuisine in her award-winning food and lifestyle blog, Caramelized, which offers recipes and restaurant reviews, food-focused travel itineraries, and endless tablescape tips. Follow @cara_melized on Instagram for daily inspiration and bookmark her recipes at Caramelizedblog.com.
