Sip

One of the most refreshing concoctions out of the Feezor family bar this summer has been our Lillet Cocktail.  I know it’s been a hot sipper on its own this summer… but when mixed with gin and fruit juice, it really takes it the next level… here is what we did…

Lillet Cocktail serves 2-4

• 6 ounces Lillet
• 6 ounces fruit juice (we did passion fruit, but I’ve seen lemon, orange & grapefruit)
• 3 ounces gin

1. Combine Lillet, juice and gin in an ice filled shaker and shake until chilled.
2. We served in ice filled glasses and enjoyed poolside in the heat!

I went a little crazy at the farmer’s market and came home with a flat of strawberries… thus needing to find a way to use them all… here was what I came up with!

Strawberry Gin & Tonics

• 4 strawberries
• splash of balsamic vinegar
• 4 basil leaves
• 1.5 oz gin
• tonic

1. Muddle strawberries at the bottom of your glass.
2. Top with a splash of balsamic vinegar and stir.
3. Slap basil leaves between your hands (it helps release the oils) and stir into strawberry mixture.
4. Add gin and stir.
5. Cover with crushed ice and top with tonic.
6. Stir and enjoy!

After making these, I didn’t want to waste the tequila, so I made sure to save the watermelon infused tequila… and what better way to put a summer spin on a margarita!?

Watermelon Mint Margarita

• 2 oz watermelon infused tequila
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1.5 mint simple syrup
• Grand Marnier (optional)

1. Combine ingredients in an ice filled shaker and shake until frosty.
2. Strain into an ice filled margarita glass (or low ball glass) and top with a Grand Marnier floater (optional).
3. Garnish with a sprig of mint and enjoy!

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