July 1, 2020
4th of july cocktail hack
For many of us, we are heading into a long weekend with cook outs and hopefully, time spent with family–from a safely masked distance. As we prepare for food, fireworks, and (possibly) friends–here’s a quick cocktail hack to help save time and keep you focused on the quality time amongst your loved ones. (Or, a quick cocktail to sip as you indulge in some weekend reads.)
Ingredients
– Individual bottle of your favorite white wine
–I tried Riesling and Moscato and found that I enjoyed the Moscato a bit more
– Simple syrup
–1/2 c sugar
–1/2 c water
– Club soda
– Ice
– Sugar for the rim of the glass
– Strawberries
– Blueberries
– Mint for garnish
Directions
- Combine 1/2 c sugar and 1/2 c water in a microwave safe pitcher and microwave for approx. 5 minutes. Let cool.
- Pour additional sugar in a flat dish.
- Wet the rim of the wine glass using a paper towel.
- Dip the wine glass in the sugar and twist the glass in the sugar to coat the rim.
- Add ice and pour individual wine bottle into glass.
- Add a splash of club soda.
- Pour in simple syrup, to taste.
- Slice a strawberry and add to glass.
- Drop in a few blue berries and a sprig of mint for garnish.
Enjoy!


