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Champagne, Classic Cocktails

I’ll Have A Champagne Cocktail

June 4th is my most favorite day of the year. It’s my birthday. My own personal New Years Day. So, I threw myself a big, beautiful party. I served key lime pies, brownies, homemade ice cream sandwiches, and the classic champagne cocktail. We had a fire going in the backyard. My good friend made me a birthday cake. We all giggled, clinked glasses, and stumbled on our tipsy feet every now and then. When it came time to sing I made sure the lights were low, and the voices loud. I blew out all of the candles in one breath, and thanked my lucky stars that I have such wonderful friends.

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Classic Cocktails, Gin

I’ll Have A Clover Club Cocktail

This has been one tough winter, so I made myself a Clover Club cocktail. Normally, I would have waited to try this pre-Prohibition classic when raspberries are in season, but with winter being such a big jerk to me I needed a pretty pink drink to lift my sour spirits. Well, the Clover Club cocktail delivered. She is quite a looker. I could have stared at her all day. Thank goodness I didn’t because she’s also delicious–silky, tangy, and sweet. And a perfect gin drink for those not too fond of gin (me). The Clover Club cocktail is a wonderful remedy for those damn wintertime blues. Continue Reading

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