Bar Vinedo is a family-run restaurant here in Queen Creek and they have put together an original cocktail recipe just for us. Called 'Love at First Sight' it is chock full of berries, a splash of citrus, and flavored with the juice of the pomegranate. This ancient fruit was used in many wedding traditions and in Greek culture symbolizes fertility and prosperity. So raise a glass and drink to love!
Bar Vinedo's 'Love at First Sight'
Ingredients:
4 oz. of Pomegranate Liqueur (Pama brand)
1/2 oz. of Moscato d'Asti (Tintero brand)
1/2 oz. of Ginger Ale
1/2 the juice of a lemon
3 Blackberries
3 Raspberries
5 Pomegranate seeds per ice cube
Lemon rind (for garnish)
Ice tray molds (preferably in heart shapes)
Directions:
1. In a heart-shaped ice mold tray fill with water and sprinkle with 3-5 pomegranate seeds in each mold. Allow to set.
2. In a cocktail shaker pour in 1/2 oz. of Moscato.
3. Add 1/2 oz. of Ginger Ale
4. Muddle fresh blackberries and raspberries with a wooden spoon.
5. Add lemon juice.
6. Add Pomegranate liqueur.
7. Shake with ice.
8. Strain over heart-shaped ice cubes infused with pomegranate seeds.
9. Top with more Moscato and Ginger Ale to taste.
10. Garnish with heart-shaped lemon rind. Cheers!
Pomegranate liqueur and Moscato available for purchase from Bar Vinedo.
barvinedo.com