In honor of the Kentucky Derby tomorrow, I thought I’d share my simple twist on the traditional Mint Julep.
Just mix equal parts lemonade (for a bit of sweetness) and seltzer, plus a shot of bourbon, over ice. Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint!
For a strawberry version, try last year’s recipe. Enjoy! and may the best horse win…
I recently got a Soda Stream seltzer maker and have been using the buzzonkers out of it! I drink a lot of seltzer in general, so using this saves a lot of plastic (and tap water can magically become bubbly whenever I please!) I also love fizzy cocktails, like this simple Campari and Soda, which I drank often when I was studying art in Italy in college. The pomegranate garnish is an alternative to the usual slice of orange. Campari is a type of bitter, so if you’re more into sweet things, try adding a splash of OJ. Cheers!
By Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast. *This post was sponsored by Basics Plus / Soda Stream but opinions are my own. (Seriously- wish I would have bought one of these years ago! Love it.)
Before hosting a party, I often feel at a loss for what to make and need ideas!! So I have started to make up some go-to “sample menus” that I can refer to when I just can’t think of what to serve. Here is my first one, a menu one could follow when hosting a late afternoon cocktail party. I always serve beer, wine and sparkling juice, but it’s fun to have one special cocktail, like this Bloody Mimosa (plus blood oranges are in season right now!). Then in addition to cheese, crackers, fruit and nuts, it’s fun to have a couple easy appetizers that can be made ahead and are good at room temperature, such as these Radishes with Butter, Pesto Deviled Eggs and Sage Chips. Easy peasy, problem solved….Cheers!
By Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast
One of my favorite places for a sunset cocktail in San Francisco is the historic Cliff House. First opened in 1863, it sits on the site of the Sutro Bath House ruins overlooking Ocean Beach. Go early for a walk around Lands End. It’s really a stunning spot! I recommend the bar downstairs, which faces west and gets the most gorgeous golden late afternoon glow. Jonathan and I recently went for my birthday- my favorite drink to have there is a Manhattan (which makes me miss New York just a little less!)
Cheers!
Recipe and Photos by Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast
Happy Valentines Day! If you’re staying cozy inside tonight, why not make a little hot cocoa from scratch? It’s really simple! The whole recipe and more photos are in my Better Homes and Gardens post today.
Recipe adapted from BHG, photos and illustration by Erin Gleeson for The Forest Feast.
