If you plan on having a drink this Valentine’s day and don’t want Champagne,
here are 3 “cupid-approved” drinks that your significant other is bound to
fall in love with.

The 3 Valentine’s Day Adult Beverages!

Beverage No. 1-
Espresso Martini-
If you enjoy coffee, then you’ll really enjoy this traditional coffee-centric
adult beverage.
In an ice-filled cocktail shaker, mix 4 oz. vodka, 2 oz. of cold brew concentrate,
1 oz. of simple syrup*; cover. Shake until chilled, 30 secs. Strain into 2 martini
glasses. If desired, garnish with espresso powder. Serves 2.
* Simple Syrup-
Is made from equal part water and granulated sugar, a ratio of 1: 1. Heat
the water first and then add the sugar.

Beverage No. 2-
Choco-Berry Blitz-
This drink does double duty. It works as a drink or dessert.
To make:
Dip rims of 2 coupe glasses into melted chocolate chips; invert.
In ice-filled cocktail shaker, combine 3 oz. of Giffard Fraise des Bois liqueur,
2 oz. oz. of gin, 2 oz. of cream and 1 oz. white creme de cacao; shake 30
secs. Strain into 2 glasses.

Beverage No. 3-
Kir Royale-
Raspberry jam isn’t just for toast or bagels anymore, use it as a tasty surprise in
this twist on a classic.
To make:
Spread 1/4 cup of edible heart decors onto a plate. Brush rims of 2 cocktail (or wine)
glasses with corn syrup; dip in decors. Invert. In ice-filled cocktail shakers, combine
1 oz. of creme de cassis and 1 Tbs. of raspberry jam; cover.Shake 30 secs. Pour
into glasses; and top of the glasses with champagne.
Serves 2.

Good Luck and Happy Valentine’s Day!

Sources:
* Imbibe Magazine
* Bartender’s Magazine
* First For Women-Feb. 19th Issue
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