Best Douglas Fir Sparkletini Recipes

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DOUGLAS FIR SPARKLETINI



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In the holiday mood and feeling adventureous, try this unusual cocktail. Avoid using Christmas tree firs that may have been treated. This is from Seattle Chef, Kathy Casey's new cookbook "Sips & Apps" . Prep time does not include time to infuse the gin.

Provided by momaphet

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 3m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 ounces douglas fir infused gin (recipe follows)
3/4 ounce white cranberry juice
3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
3/4 ounce simple syrup
splash Brut champagne or dry sparkling wine

Steps:

  • Cocktail.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Measure in the infused gin, cranberry and lemon juices, and simple syrup. Cap and shake vigorously. Strain into a martini glass and top with a splash of Champagne. Garnish with a fir sprig and float a cranberry in the drink.
  • Douglas Fir Infused Gin:.
  • 1 5- to 6-inch sprig fresh-picked Douglas fir branch, rinsed.
  • 1 (750 ml) bottle gin.
  • (Makes enough for about 16 drinks) Put the fir branch into the gin bottle, cap, and let sit 24 hours. (Do not let it infuse for more than 24 hours.) Remove the branch and discard. The infused gin can be stored at room temperature for up to one year.

SPARKLETINI



Sparkletini image

Another lovely beverage from tonight's Great Cocktails....don't you just love anything that sparkles???

Provided by Mommy Diva

Categories     Beverages

Time 3m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 ounces vodka
sparkling wine
grapes, frozen

Steps:

  • Pour 2 oz. vodka into a shaker half full of ice.
  • Stir for 20 seconds and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  • Top it off with sparkling wine and garnish with a frozen grape.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.7, Sodium 0.6

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