Signature July Cocktails

In this post, we are introducing you to several innovative spirits. These are:

Ette Flora Rosa Vodka

Made from rose petals this aromatic vodka will delight you on that hot summer evening. Close your eyes and imagine fields of roses.

Sheringham Rhubarb Gin Liqueur

With a strong floral profile, this gin is an aromatic delight.

SMOKE LAB Saffron Vodka

Saffron is as exotic as they come. it’s an acquired taste but irresistible in a mixed drink. You can be the star of the pool party with this one.

SMOKE LAB Vodka

It is a smooth and classic vodka that you will enjoy at a reasonable price. 

SMOKE LAB Aniseed Vodka 

My personal favorite! If you like anise-oriented liquors (think Absinthe) then you will love this vodka – sans the wormwood).

And here are some cocktail recipes for you to indulge in.

Strawberry Mint Fizz with Ette Rose Vodka

Proudly showcasing the fruits of its labor, Ette’s Strawberry Mint Fizz will transport you to the warmest of summer evenings, wherever you are.

INGREDIENTS

• 1.5 oz Ette Flora Rosa Vodka
• 5 Mint leaves
• .75 oz Fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 1-3 Strawberries
• .75 Simple Syrup
• Club Soda
• METHOD
  1. Lightly muddle the mint, strawberries, and syrup in a shaker
  2. Combine additional ingredients into shaker
  3. Brief shake
  4. Pour into highball glass filled with ice
  5. Top with club soda
  6. Garnish with mint sprig and strawberry

Rhubarb and Ginger Cooler with Sheringham Rhubarb Gin Liqueur

INGREDIENTS:

• 500 mL Sheringham Rhubarb Gin Liqueur
• 100 mL Fresh Lime Juice
• 750 mL Ginger Beer
• Lime Wedge for Garnish
• Slice of Fresh Ginger for Garnish
• A Few Dashes of Angostura Bitters

METHOD:

Mix Rhubarb Gin Liqueur with fresh lime juice and a dash of bitters in a Collins glass filled with ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish lime wedge and a slice of fresh ginger.

DANCE HALL DAYS

1.5 oz. SMOKE LAB Saffron Vodka 

.75 oz. Giffard Piment D’ Espellete 

.5 oz. lemon juice 

3 oz. Bubly Burst Peach Mango Sparkling Water

½  tsp Tajin Clasico seasoning –  half rim

1 habanero pepper seeded – garnish 

Outshine Mango with Tajin Clasico frozen fruit bar – garnish

Combine liquid ingredients except sparkling water in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain over fresh ice into Tajin Clasico half rimmed cocktail glass. Top with peach mango sparkling water. Garnish with Mango with Tajin frozen fruit bar  and seeded habanero pepper.

LISTEN TO THE MUSIC

1.5  oz. SMOKE LAB Saffron Vodka 

1 oz. Aperol 

1 oz. tart cherry juice 

3 dashes Fee Brothers Rhubarb Bitters 

2 oz. Jarritos Strawberry Soda

½ tsp The Spice and Tea Exchange Rose Sugar –  half rim 

2 cherries – garnish 

Combine liquid ingredients except soda in a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a coupe half rimmed with rose sugar. Garnish with two cherries. 

FORTNIGHT 

2 oz. SMOKE LAB Vodka 

1 oz. Lustau Rose’ Vermouth 

3 dashes Scrappy’s Orange Bitters 

¼ cup blueberries 

1 large peach sliced – 1 slice for garnish 

3 oz. Badger Bevs Tonic Water 

Combine liquid ingredients except tonic water in a large wine glass with ice and stir lightly. Add blueberries and peach slices. Top with tonic water and lightly stir again. Garnish with a slice of peach.

THE WHOLE OF THE MOON 

1.25 oz. SMOKE LAB Aniseed Vodka 

1.5 oz. The Sassenach Wild Scottish Gin 

2 oz. pineapple juice 

1 oz.  grapefruit juice 

Pinch of sea salt 

4 fresh-cut pineapple chunks – garnish 

5 large basil leaves – 2 for garnish

Lightly muddle 3 basil leaves in a shaker. Add liquid ingredients, sea salt and ice. Shake and fine strain over fresh ice into a large rocks glass. Garnish with 4 fresh pineapple chunks and 2 slapped basil leaves.