Lemon Martini

This is my all time favorite cocktail!  It’s sour and fruity with a kick.  I usually double the recipe to make two at a time. For this recipe you’ll need: 1 ounce vodka (chilled is best) 1 ounce lemon juice 2 ounces limoncello (homemade of course) 1 teaspoon sugar or sugar syrup 2 tablespoons fresh […]

Countdown to Christmas – Limoncello

If you start your limoncello on December 1, it will be ready for holiday gifting.  Let the lemon and vodka mixture sit for at least 2 weeks before bottling. The full recipe is here. This year I’m planning to print labels for all my homemade goodies using free printables from Snapfish.*  Check them out, they […]

Persimmon Bellini

The sweet fruitiness of the syrup contrasts nicely with a dry sparkling wine.  Let guests mix their own for easy entertaining. For each serving you’ll need: 1 teaspoon persimmon syrup 4 ounces sparkling wine Combine all ingredients in a champagne flute. Enjoy!

Persimmon Spritzer

This sparkly non-alcoholic cocktail is perfect for fall parties.  Set out all the components and an instruction card and let guests serve themselves. For each serving you’ll need: 1 tablespoon persimmon syrup 1 cup sparkling water 1 small lemon wedge (cut a lemon into eight pieces) ice In a highball glass, stir together the syrup […]