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Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail

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Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor.

Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor

Why Use Meyer Lemon Olive Oil in a Cocktail?

I am intrigued by new ideas regarding cocktails and mixology. I’ve been experimenting with olive oil from We Olive and Wine Bar, and I’m having a great time adding these quality products to my cocktails. I love the Meyer lemon olive oil drizzled over cucumbers. One of my favorite summer snacks, sparked an idea for a cocktail!

Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor.

This post is sponsored by We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City, Utah. I received the delicious products to review, However, all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

Cucumber vodka is the perfect liquor to highlight the flavor of the Meyer lemon. The characters in this drink play off of each other leaving a crisp, light taste. The citrus enhances the taste and feel of the olive oil. Muddling some cucumber in the shaker adds to the layers of flavor.

Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor.

Shake That Olive Oil Cocktail!

The key to the perfect cocktail that has olive oil as an ingredient is to shake, shake, shake that shaker! It takes 30-40 seconds of vigorous shaking to get it blend perfectly. I like to add the egg white so that it has a layer of tasty fluff on top.

Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor.

What Other Olive Oil Would Be Amazing in a Cocktail?

There are so many different flavors of olive oil at We Olive and Wine Bar that the possibilities are endless! Not to mention the vinegars! The Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail was so much fun to make that I can’t wait to become inspired to create another!

Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor.

Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor.
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Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail

This is something new and unusual and very refreshing.

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword Cocktail, Cucumber, Meyer Lemon Olive Oil

Ingredients

  • 3 slices Cucumber
  • 2 ounces Cucumber Vodka
  • 3/4 ounce Simple Syrup
  • 3/4 ounce Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 ounce Meyer Lemon Olive Oil
  • 1 Egg white

Instructions

  1. Muddle cucumber slices in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients.

  2.  Add ice to the shaker to about 3/4 full and shake vigorously.

  3. Shake for 30-40 seconds and strain into a cocktail glass.

Meyer Lemon Olive Oil and Cucumber Cocktail is a light, lemony, and fresh. The Meyer lemon olive oil gives this cocktail a sumptuous mouthfeel and rich flavor ~ Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Tarragon Gin Lemonade

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Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin.

Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin. Add in a bit of Elderflower and the result is a bright, crisp cocktail that is perfect for a hot summer’s evening!~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Could Tarragon in Drinks Become a New Favorite?

It’s time to enjoy warm, summer days and nights on the patio with friends. My tribe and I love lemonade, and it’s nice to put a bit of a twist on traditional lemonade. My ladies and I love a great cocktail, so Tarragon Lemonade becomes Tarragon Gin Lemonade with a splash of elderflower liqueur.

Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin.

This Tarragon Gin Lemonade is the Flavor of Memories

If I could put my Aunt Marie’s garden into a cocktail, this would be the one! It’s fresh, light, herbaceous yet floral. This cocktail makes me want to take my tribe of girlfriends all the way to California to sit with my fantastic aunt and my wonderful, sweet Uncle Richard. I want to sit in their yard under the wisteria, amongst the flowers, veggies, fruits, and chickens and visit with my warm, loving, fascinating family! My tribe would love them all! This cocktail, to me, is that gorgeous garden, in a glass. The second name for this drink would be Aunty’s and Uncle’s Secret Garden.

Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin. Add in a bit of Elderflower and the result is a bright, crisp cocktail that is perfect for a hot summer’s evening!~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

I have recently become quite good friends with gin. There is a local distillery that has a high-quality gin for an affordable price. Summer flavors must be light yet flavorful and gin is the perfect choice. I could drink this cocktail all season long.

Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin. Add in a bit of Elderflower and the result is a bright, crisp cocktail that is perfect for a hot summer’s evening!~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

What Elements Make the Tarragon Gin Lemonade So Tasty?

There are a couple of essential elements that make this cocktail taste like a summer garden. First and foremost is the tarragon. It makes the flavors pop. Be sure that you don’t obliterate the tarragon. It only needs bruising. If you muddle too much, it can become bitter. The second essential element is the elderflower liqueur. You only need a little in this cocktail to feel like you are sitting under the pergola breathing in the variety of blooms.

Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin. Add in a bit of Elderflower and the result is a bright, crisp cocktail that is perfect for a hot summer’s evening!~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Leo the corgi loves lemons! I had to banish him from the studio so that he didn’t drink from the pitcher and get tipsy from the cocktails!

I am excited about this cocktail. Let me know if you love it as much as I do!

Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin. Add in a bit of Elderflower and the result is a bright, crisp cocktail that is perfect for a hot summer’s evening!~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley
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Tarragon Gin Lemonade

To make this drink family friendly, simply omit the gin and the elderflower liqueur! 

Course Drinks

Ingredients

  • 2 Lemons Sliced
  • 10 Sprigs Tarragon
  • 1/2 Cup Sugar
  • 3 Cups Water
  • 2 Cups Fresh lemon juice
  • 2 1/4 Cups Gin
  • 3/4 Cup Elderflower Liqueur

Instructions

  1. Put sliced lemons, tarragon sprigs and 1/2 cup of sugar in a bowl or pitcher. Muddle together firmly but don't emaciate the tarragon. Bruise it.

  2. Add the water, fresh lemon juice and 2 cups of sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves.

  3. Add gin and elderflower liqueur stir well.  

  4. Strain into a highball glass with ice or fill a shaker halfway with ice. Shake 4-6 ounces in a shaker cup and strain into a cocktail or martini glass.  Garnish with tarragon and a lemon wedge 

Tarragon Gin Lemonade exists on a higher plane than other gin and lemon cocktails. Its slight anise flavor enhances the lemon and highlights the herbaceous tones of the gin. Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

 

 

Malbec Sangria

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This Malbec Sangria is lively and rich! It has a depth of flavor as well as a whimsy of sweetness that lay surprisingly light on the palate.

This Malbec Sangria is lively and rich! It has a depth of flavor as well as a whimsy of sweetness that lays surprisingly light on the palate. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

What To Do With Leftover Malbec?

I love wine club! It’s a simple fact that in Utah when you find other wine lovers, you not only become friends but you hold onto to them tightly! We have fairly large wine club group and we have met almost every month for nearly two years, therefore, we ask our members to bring two bottles of the same wine so that it is enough for every person to get a taste. After our malbec night, we had the remains of 5 different bottles. My dear friend Michelle mentioned that I should make a sangria for this blog and when a woman with three different successful businesses within the food blogging industry makes a suggestion, it is only wise to follow.

This Malbec Sangria is lively and rich! It has a depth of flavor as well as a whimsy of sweetness that lays surprisingly light on the palate. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Berries and Dark Rum in Malbec Sangria

First of all, when trying to decide what to add to the leftover Malbec, I decided to stay in keeping with the flavor profile of the wine. There are notes of ripe fruit as well as the deep, rich tones of leather, chocolate, and tobacco. Due to this rich, fruity flavor profile, it seemed that a spiced or dark rum would blend nicely with the Malbec. I added orange to lighten things up and bit. The simple syrup is made from brown sugar and the addition of the rosemary sprig added a peppery, piney, hint that sits nicely on the back of the tongue.

This Malbec Sangria is lively and rich! It has a depth of flavor as well as a whimsy of sweetness that lays surprisingly light on the palate. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

 

This recipe has very few changes from my original idea. I did have a bit more simple syrup and found that we didn’t need it to be that sweet. The idea was to have rich, layers of flavors and yet a light mouthfeel. This Malbec Sangria has been quite a success at parties and it has been requested several times.

 

This Malbec Sangria is lively and rich! It has a depth of flavor as well as a whimsy of sweetness that lays surprisingly light on the palate. ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley
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Malbec Sangria


Course Drinks

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Frozen Strawberries thawed
  • 1 Cup Frozen Blackberries thawed
  • 1 Cup Frozen Black Cherries thawed
  • 1 Cup Frozen Blueberries thawed
  • 2 Cups Freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1 1/2 Cup Brown sugar simple syrup
  • 1 1/2 Cup Spiced or dark rum
  • 1 Cup Triple Sec
  • 2 Bottles Malbec
  • 1 Large Sprig Rosemary

Instructions

  1. In a large jug or bowl, mix all of the berries. Muddle with a wooden spoon. 

  2. Add orange juice, simple syrup, rum and triple sec. Stir together and muddle a bit more.

  3. Add the wine and the sprig of rosemary. Mix well.

  4. Refrigerate overnight. Serve in the vessel of your choice and garnish with Orange wheels, fresh berries and/or rosemary sprigs. 

This Malbec Sangria is lively and rich! It has a depth of flavor as well as a whimsy of sweetness that lay surprisingly light on the palate~Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Blackberry Balsamic Mule

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Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime.

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime~ By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

A new interpretation of a Moscow Mule is always a fun idea! It is my favorite cocktail and is always up for a twist on flavor! This Blackeberry Balsamic Mule is a beautifully balanced blend of flavors. The key is an exquisite balsamic, a great vodka and a craft ginger ale. I love to use vodkas from our local distilleries and I have a couple of favorite ginger ales. Just make sure you really like the ginger ale! I was inspired by the incredible blackberry balsamic from We Olive and Wine Bar.

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime~ By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Why Use Balsamic in a Cocktail?

This post is sponsored by We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City, Utah. I received the delicious products to review, However, all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

Balsamic is thick, sweet and gorgeously glossy. It gives a tangy pleasure to the palate and is a hot commodity in the mixology world. Craft cocktail makers are always trying to find a new way to shake things up for their guests. The broad array of divine balsamics at We Olive and Wine Bar are an inspiration to anyone who likes to create excellent cocktails.

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime~ By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Can There Be Too Much Balsamic in a Cocktail?

Balancing the balsamic in the Blackberry Balsamic Mule took a few tastings. The tastings are the best part of creating a cocktail! I love balsamic and I started with too much then, I leaned toward too little. If you know you like the extra tang in your own cocktail, feel free to add more than this recipe calls for. The recipe below is what I found to be a great balance for the average palate.

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime~ By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

It is very important that you use a lovely, sweet bunch of blackberries. Muddle a few in the the bottom of of the mule mug to create a great balance for the blackberry balsamic and the fresh berries.

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime~ By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Why Use Blackberry Balsamic from We Olive and Wine Bar?

When choosing a balsamic, quality matters. This blackberry balsamic is made from organic blackberries from the coast of California and aged to perfection. I like it in cocktails and drizzled over a yummy vanilla bean ice cream!

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime~ By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

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Blackberry Balsamic Mule

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic blends perfectly with the sweet ginger ale to make a delicious cocktail

Course Drinks
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 3-5 Fresh Blackberries
  • 2 tsp Blackberry Balsamic
  • 1/2 Juice from 1/2 a lime
  • 2 ounces Vodka
  • ice
  • 6 ounces Ginger ale

Instructions

  1. Muddle blackberries in a copper Moscow Mule mug. Add blackberry balsamic, lime juice and vodka

  2. Fill mug with ice and top it off with ginger ale. Fill to the top and stir with a cocktail straw. Garnish with lime wheels and blackberries or crystallized ginger

Give your mule a little kick by making it a Blackberry Balsamic Mule! The Balsamic adds the perfect flavor to blend with the ginger and the lime.~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Butterbeer

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Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has butterbeer wants to know how to make it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!

Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has Butterbeer wants to know how to have it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!

“Does anyone fancy a butterbeer?” Harry Potter

I love all things Harry Potter. I am always excited to go to one of the Universal parks and step into the Wizarding World. I feel like a little kid who can’t wait to see the magic wands and drools over the colorful candy.

Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has Butterbeer wants to know how to have it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!

 The Butterbeer sensation!

Butterbeer was a quick success that had HP fans buzzing with excitement. I was told by the kind young man who served us last week in Universal California, that this magical drink was meant for everyone to enjoy and so there is no dairy. I could not solidly verify this but for the record, there is dairy in my version.

My favorite part of visiting Hogsmeade is wandering around the shops with a butterbeer in hand. After visiting with my two teens and my husband, we decided that I needed to make a kid version and an adult version of butterbeer.

Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has Butterbeer wants to know how to have it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!

What’s in that yummy “cream” on top of the butterbeer?

There is a buttery/carmelly kind of fluffiness that gets put on top of the butterbeer. It really does make an already wonderful drink, divine. Honestly? I don’t have clue how Universal makes it. I used cream in mine and I did three different versions of this before settling on the one below. My husband and my kids had to taste-test it for me each time (I heard no complaints!) The recipe below won by a small margin. They were all quite tasty!.

Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has Butterbeer wants to know how to have it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!

Whether you are a Harry Potter fan or not, chances are that you’ll like this drink! Give Harry my best, next time you are in Hogsmeade!

Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has Butter Beer wants to know how to have it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!

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Brown Sugar Whipped Cream

According to the taste buds of my family memebers, this is the best whipped cream to pile on top of butterbeer!

Ingredients

  • 1 pint whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients with hand mixer, stand mixer or by hand, vigorously until stiff peaks form. 

    Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has Butterbeer wants to know how to have it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!
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Butterbeer

To make a this without alcohol for the kiddos, omit the vodka and the butterscotch liquer and add butterscotch syrup. Stir together, ice, cream soda and 1 1/2 tablespoons of butterscotch syrup. Use a cocktail strainer to ditch the ice and pour your butterbeer into a tall glass. Top with a generous amount of brown sugar whipped cream. 

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Vodka
  • 1/2 ounce Butterscotch Liqueur
  • 6 ounces Cream Soda
  • 1 Tbs Brown Sugar Whipped Cream

Instructions

  1. Stir all ingredients until blended and chilled. Using a cocktail srainer, pour into a tall glass (8 ounces or bigger) and top with brown sugar whipped cream. 

    Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has Butter Beer wants to know how to have it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults!

Most people who visit Hogsmeade at Universal and has butterbeer wants to know how to make it at home. You can make one for the kids and one for the adults! ~by Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

The Blueberry Cosmo

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Almost everyone loves a good Cosmopolitan, but it’s so much fun to make variations of the classic Cosmo. The Blueberry Cosmo is incredible! I can’t wait to make these for my next party!

Everyone loves a good Cosmopolitan, but it's so much fun to make variations of the classic Cosmo. The Blueberry Cosmo is incredible! I can't wait to make these for my next Ladies Night! ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Why a Blueberry Cosmo?

I love to make classic cocktails. When I decided to make a Classic Cosmo, it occurred to me that there are many ways to put a spin on that recipe! Instead of cranberry juice, I used blueberry juice. I substituted the lime for lemon and the Triple Sec for Blue Curacao. Combined, it is not too sweet, a bit tangy and so pretty!

Everyone loves a good Cosmopolitan, but it's so much fun to make variations of the classic Cosmo. The Blueberry Cosmo is incredible! I can't wait to make these for my next Ladies Night! ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

As I was creating this cocktail, my friend Danny stopped by to chat. He declared that he does not like blueberry at all, but he was willing to try the drink. He loved it! I thought that perhaps he was just being nice, but he knows I need honesty. Also, I heard him telling some friends at a party how much he like the Blueberry Cosmo!

Everyone loves a good Cosmopolitan, but it's so much fun to make variations of the classic Cosmo. The Blueberry Cosmo is incredible! I can't wait to make these for my next Ladies Night! ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

How to Change Cosmo Flavors

It isn’t hard to do. Just by swapping out one ingredient, you have put a spin on the Cosmo! It is typically easiest to try a different juice. How about pomegranate? Should we get crazy and use rasberry juice? That sounds fantastic!

 

Everyone loves a good Cosmopolitan, but it's so much fun to make variations of the classic Cosmo. The Blueberry Cosmo is incredible! I can't wait to make these for my next Ladies Night! ~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

This is one of those cocktails that can be served all year round and served to an eclectic group of people. It appeals to a broad range of palates. The key is to get an excellent blueberry juice! Anything but the best juice will kill the drink. Also, use a vodka that you love! I used a Utah vodka called Fives Wives Vodka from Ogden’s Own Distillery. I like to support Utah businesses, and it really is a great vodka!

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The Blueberry Cosmo

A nice twist on the classic Cosmopolitan

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Lemon Citrus Vodka
  • 1/2 ounce Blue Curacao
  • 1 ounce Blueberry Juice
  • 1 tsp Fresh Lemon Juice

Instructions

  1. Fill a shaker cup 3/4 full of ice and add in the ingredients. Shake vigorously for a 10-15 seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass.

Almost everyone loves a good Cosmopolitan, but it’s so much fun to make variations of the classic Cosmo. The Blueberry Cosmo is incredible! I can’t wait to make these for my next party! ~Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Fresh Basil Olive Oil and Grapefruit Flip

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Fresh Basil Olive Oil is added to this cocktail to give it a distinct, herbaceous, lively, and rich flavor. Paired with grapefruit juice, an egg white, and gin makes this Flip light, airy, and unforgettable!

What is a Flip?

A Flip is one of the oldest known cocktails. It originated sometime in the 1600’s in England and was a favorite of sailors. It originally consisted of ale, rum, molasses and an egg and served hot. When it came to the New World, it was considered a health tonic until the late 1800’s when a beerless version appeared in The American Bar-Tender; or the Art and Mystery of Mixing Drinks. It wasn’t long after when Jerry Thomas released the 1887 edition of How to Mix Drinks, which included recipes for brandy, rum, gin and whiskey flips.

How do you to make a modern flip?

This post is sponsored by We Olive and Wine Bar in Salt Lake City, Utah. I received the delicious products to review, However, all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.

When making my flip, I wanted it to be special. I’d read about adding olive oil to cocktails and have been intrigued by the idea. Thanks to We Olive and Wine Bar, I was able to find the olive oil that would be the perfect marriage to gin, fresh grapefruit juice, and egg white.

Olive oil in cocktails has become increasingly popular over the last few years. It was an inventive way to add texture and flavors to an industry that is always finding new ways to keep things interesting. I love combining an old drink and a new concept to create something tasty and fascinating.

Why use Fresh Basil Olive Oil From We Olive and Wine Bar?

Basil is a common flavor in cocktails. It adds a savory component while still being a bit sweet with a hint of a peppery flavor. Muddling basil is a lovely addition to any cocktail but adding the fresh basil olive oil from We Olive and Wine Bar, gives an undeniable depth of flavor and a delightful mouthfeel. The grapefruit combined with the fresh basil olive oil and the egg white are the components that make the cocktail light and fluffy. This group of flavors, including the earthiness of the gin, is why this cocktail is one of my new favorites.

The key to making the Fresh Basil Olive Oil and Grapefruit Flip is to shake vigorously for at least 40 seconds. Consider it your pre-cocktail arm workout. I am excited to use different flavors from We Olive and Wine Bar in my cocktails in the future.

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Fresh Basil Olive Oil and Grapefruit Flip

Once you taste this cocktail, you will want to use olive oil in more of your cocktails! 

Course Drinks

Ingredients

  • 1//4 Cup Fresh Basil Olive Oil
  • 1 Egg White
  • 2 ounces Gin
  • 2 ounces Fresh Grapefruit Juice
  • 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup

Instructions

  1. Add all the ingredients to a shaker and fill halfway with ice. Shake vigorously for at least 40 seconds. Strain into a martini or cocktail glass. 

  2. Using an eye dropper, drop at least 5 drops Fresh Basil Olive Oil onto the frothy top.

Fresh Basil Olive Oil is added to this cocktail to give it a distinct, herbaceous, lively, and rich flavor. Paired with grapefruit juice, an egg white, and gin makes this Flip light, airy, and unforgettable!~Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

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How to Make a Great Cosmo

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The first time Carrie Bradshaw ordered a Cosmo in Sex and the City, she made people wonder what it was and where they could get one. Now, they are a favorite cocktail for women and men everywhere! Here’s How to Make a Great Cosmo at home.

How to Make a Great Cosmo

Is it a Cosmoplitan or a Cosmo?

The Cosmopolitan or as it’s better known, the Cosmo, is an iconic drink made extremely popular by Carrie Bradshaw, a character in the popular TV series, Sex and the City. There are tales of a cocktail called The Daisy, published in Pioneers of Mixing at Elite Bars 1903-1933, which was published in 1934. This drink is called the mother of the Cosmopolitan because it looks and tastes strikingly similar to it. The Daisy has gin instead of vodka and raspberry simple syrup in place of the cranberry juice.

how to make a great cosmo

The key to a great cosmo is the quality of the vodka. I love to use citrus or lemon vodka made from a great company and created with flavor as the priority.

How to make a great cosmo

How Pink is Your Cosmo?

The color of the drink varies, depending on the amount of cranberry juice. I like a bit more cranberry, so my Cosmo is darker while some are quite pink.

“I’d like a cheeseburger, large fries, and a cosmopolitan.” – Carrie

How to make a great cosmo

My drinking companion while I am creating cocktails is my German Shepherd, Sieg (ZEEG) who stares at me while I talk to myself. I taste each cocktail just enough to make sure it’s right. Sometimes, I turn up the music and make the dog dance with me! Trust me, he loves it!

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Cosmopolitan or The Cosmo

Easy on the palate and visually appealing, the Cosmo is a fun drink for any occassion!

Course Drinks
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces Citrus Vodka
  • 1/2 ounce Triple Sec
  • 1 ounce Cranberry Juice
  • 1/4 ounce Fresh Lime Juice

Instructions

  1. Put ice in a shaker cup about 2/3 of the way full. Put all ingredients in the shaker cup and shake for a few seconds. strain the cocktail into a cold martini glass. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve. 

The first time Carrie Bradshaw ordered a Cosmo in Sex and the City, she made people wonder what it was and where they could get one. Now, they are a favorite cocktail for women and men everywhere! Here’s How to Make a Great Cosmo at home.~Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka

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Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka is simple to make and brings with it the scents and feelings of a cozy autumn evening in front of the fire.

Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka is simple to make and brings with it the scents and feelings of a cozy autumn evening in front of the fire.

I love pumpkin pie. I only eat it in the fall and throughout the holidays leaving the rest of the year pumpkin pie-less. The idea of Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. I can smell autumn in the air by just thinking about it.

Pumkin Pie Infused Vodka

What to do with Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka?

There are some fun ways to use this lovely concoction in cocktails. For example, a pumpkin pie martini, a pumpkin pie shot or a spiced pumpkin cocktail are all perfect on a chilly evening. The spices arouse your senses while the vodka warms your tummy. It’s perfect for any season that leaves a chill in the air.

Pumkin Pie Infused Vodka

I used canned pumpkin and the same spice blend that I use when I bake a pumpkin pie. I love to use local products so when I reach for a vodka, I grab one from a Utah distillery.

I do enjoy Five Wives vodka, not just for the name but also for the clean, crisp flavor that doesn’t burn off your uvula on the way down.

Pumkin Pie Infused Vodka

Why do I have to shake my Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka so much?

It is important that you shake this jar of goodness as many times as you can. At least twice per day but I do it every time I open the refrigerator. This is the key to infusing the flavors.

What will you make with your Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka?

Pumkin Pie Infused Vodka

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Pumkin Pie Infused Vodka

The flavor of a pumpkin pie in a ready to use vodka

Course Drinks
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Pureed Pumpkin
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Allspice
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cloves
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cardamom
  • 750 ml vodka

Instructions

  1. Place pureed pumkin, spices and vodka in a quart jar. Shake well and place in the refrigerator for 3 days. Be sure to shake it at least twice daily. Taste it to be sure it is to your liking. You can leave it to infuse for up to 5 days. To strain the pumpkin, use a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth. Strain it into another jar and refrigerate. It can keep for 4-5 months. 

  2. You can substitute 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice and 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom for the spice blend. 

Pumpkin Pie Infused Vodka is simple to make and brings with it the scents and feelings of a cozy autumn evening in front of the fire.

Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail

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Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds.

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

At a recent trip to our local wholesale store, my youngest daughter decided that we must have kiwi! I love kiwi so in spite of the fact that there were twelve of them in the container, I allowed them into the giant cart.

After peeling and eating several kiwis, the family was tired of them. I was left wondering what to do with the remaining kiwis, and a fruit salad wasn’t going to cut it. My mind works in unique ways, and after taking stock of the items that I had on hand, I decided to make a cocktail.

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

I started with kiwi and lemon which tasted nice due to the sweetness of the ripe kiwi, but it wasn’t what I was going for, so I stood in my kitchen, deep in thought.

As is customary for those deep in thought, I was also looking around the room for inspiration when my eyes landed on one of my favorite herbs, rosemary. I have it growing in my kitchen all year round and use it as often as I can.

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

My sense of smell told me that rosemary could work with the kiwi, so I popped some in the herb grinder and added it to the mix. Along with a tablespoon of honey to sweeten it up, it was the exact flavor profile that I wanted!

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley

This Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail may have some extra steps, but it is well worth it!

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds~By Wet Whistle Drinks by Darla Bentley
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Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds.

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 Kiwi
  • 1/4 Cup Club Soda
  • 2 Ounces White Rum
  • 1/2 Cup Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon Finely Ground Dried Rosemary
  • 1 Tbsp Honey

Instructions

  1. In a blender or using an immersion blender in a pint glass or a shaker, combine kiwi, club soda, lemon juice, dried rosemary and rum. Blend well. Pour contents over ice into a hurricane glass or a high ball glass. If the kiwi aren's sweet enough, add more honey to taste.

A Rosemary Kiwi Cocktail is refreshing and fragrant. It combines the distinct flavors of rosemary and kiwi to delight your taste buds.

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