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Barefoot Holiday Sparkler

Posted on December 9, 2012 | Leave a comment

This beautiful sparkling holiday cocktail almost comes across with classic margarita like quality. Pomegranate smoothes out the slight lime tartness while bubbly acts as the nice sparkler bite in place of tequila. It’s a bubbly lime sensation. Let the holiday festivities begin!

Barefoot Holiday Sparkler – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 measure Pomegranate Juice

1/2 measure Lime Juice

1/4 measure Simple Syrup

3 measures Barefoot Bubbly Extra Dry

Lime Twist Garnish

Combine juices and syrup in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with Barefoot Bubbly Extra Dry. Garnish with lime twist.

Cocktail Recipe and Photo commissioned by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly

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Tagged Barefoot Holiday Sparkler, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Champagne, Christmas, Corporate Mixology, Fresh Lime, Pomegranate Juice, Simple Syrup

Spiced Celebration Sparkler

Posted on December 2, 2012 | Leave a comment

It’s a celebratory margarita that sparkles. Bitters give just a tinge of added depth and color to this terrific orange spiced cocktail. Orange twist is recommended to bring out more orange depth. Lime twist recommended for more margarita feel.

Spiced Celebration Sparkler – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 measure Camarena Reposado Tequila

1/2 measure Spiced Orange Syrup

1/2 measure Lime Juice

2 dashes Classic Bitters

2 measures Brut Champagne

Lime or Orange Twist Garnish

Combine tequila, syrup, lime juice and bitters in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Garnish with lime or orange twist according to preference.

*Spiced Orange Syrup – created by Cheri Loughlin

Zest of 1 Orange

10 to 12 Whole Cloves

1 heaping tablespoon Whole Allspice

3/4 cup water

1-1/2 cup Cane Sugar

Place all ingredients in saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is completely dissolved (approximately 5 minutes). Strain. Discard zest and spices. Refrigerate syrup.

Cocktail Recipe commissioned by Camarena Tequila Representatives

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Posted in Corporate Mixology, Holidays

Tagged Camarena Tequila, Champagne, Classic Bitters, Corporate Mixology, Fresh Lime, Holiday, Orange Syrup, Spiced Celebration Sparkler, Spiced Orange Syrup, Tequila

Barefoot Ruby Reindeer

Posted on December 1, 2012 | Leave a comment

Grapefruit adds citrus spike to this versatile cocktail with hints of lush berry. This is an excellent recipe to make in batch form for punch or pitcher serve for your holiday party. Simply multiply the chilled measurements according to your guest list requirements. Combine in punch bowl or pitcher. Stir. Serve in punch glasses or rocks glasses over fresh ice.

Barefoot Ruby Reindeer – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 measure Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice

1-3/4 measure Cranberry Juice

1/2 measure Grenadine

1/4 measure Lime Juice

2 measures Barefoot Moscato Spumante

Cranberries Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into champagne flute.

Cocktail Recipe and Photo commissioned by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly

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Posted in Christmas Cocktails, Corporate Mixology

Tagged Barefoot Ruby Reindeer, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Champagne, Christmas, Corporate Mixology, Cranberry Juice, Fresh Lime, Grapefruit Juice, Grenadine

Jubilant Blue Bells

Posted on November 25, 2012 | Leave a comment

Festive champagne cocktails round out the holiday season with bubbly joy. Jubilant Blue Bells utilizes handcrafted Blueberry Lavender Syrup bringing personalized flair to the cocktail glass. Recipe for Blueberry Lavender Syrup can be found on this site by following the link within the recipe.

Jubilant Blue Bells – created by Cheri Loughlin

3/4 ounce Vodka

1/2 ounce Blueberry Lavender Syrup

1/4 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice

3 ounces Brut Champagne

Lemon Twist Garnish

Combine vodka, syrup and lemon juice in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into champagne flute. Garnish with lemon twist.

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Tagged Blueberry Lavender Syrup, Champagne, Fresh Lemon, Holiday, Jubilant Blue Bells, Syrup, Vodka

Barefoot Jewel

Posted on November 11, 2012 | Leave a comment

Barefoot Jewel contains lovely watermelon flavor, but comes across with more festive feel than summery sensation. It’s lush with juicy overlay. The beautiful garnet color sparkles much like a jewel.

Barefoot Jewel – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 measure Blueberry Pomegranate Juice

1/2 measure Watermelon Schnapps

1/2 measure Cranberry Juice

2 measures Barefoot Brut Champagne

Combine juices and schnapps in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with Barefoot Brut Champagne.

Cocktail Recipe and Photo commissioned by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly

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Tagged Barefoot Jewel, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Blueberry Pomegranate Juice, Champagne, Corporate Mixology, Cranberry Juice, Watermelon Schnapps

Review: Cruzan Strawberry Rum

Posted on November 6, 2012 | Leave a comment

Premium Cruzan Rum from Island of St. Croix and Strawberry Liqueur

42 Proof / 21% alcohol

Suggested Retail Price: $13 to $15 range

Availability: Widely available within the US.

Tasting Notes

Color: Clear

Aroma: Strawberry lip gloss. Nice rounded berry aroma. No burn.

Tasted Neat: Very sweet. Strawberry is light, not too overwhelming. I think if the strawberry flavor were more pronounced this might take on a more artificial feel, but works nicely as is.

Mouth Feel: Thin.

Possible Uses, Pairings and / or Cocktails: Quick and easy strawberry daiquiri. Possibly mixed with tea for easy two ingredient cocktail.

Cruzan Kiss

1 ounce Cruzan Strawberry Rum

4 ounces Rose Champagne

Place rum in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with Rose Champagne.

Cruzan Strawberry Rosemary Punch

1 – 750ml Bottle Cruzan Strawberry Rum

6 ounces Fresh Lime Juice

24 ounces Ginger Ale

6 Rosemary Sprigs

Rosemary Ice*

Lightly tap 4 rosemary sprigs against palm of hand to release fragrance. Place 4 rosemary sprigs in bottle of strawberry rum. Allow to stand for an hour. Pour rum into pitcher or punch bowl. Remove rosemary stems and discard. Add lime juice and chill until ready to serve. Add rosemary ice and ginger ale to rum mixture just before serving. Garnish individual servings with small rosemary sprigs.

Rosemary Ice: Fill round container with water and several rosemary sprigs. Freeze. OR Bring water to boil. Pour over several rosemary stems. Steep for several minutes. Discard rosemary. Pour rosemary water into individual ice cube trays.

Find more Cruzan Rum reviews and cocktail recipes by following the link.

Review sample courtesy representatives of Beam Global Wine & Spirits / Cruzan Rum

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Camarena Blackberry Brut

Posted on September 19, 2012 | Leave a comment

The tiniest hint of fresh blackberry sharpness balances the sweet while keeping the deep lushness of the berry. Blackberry Brut’s regal color is very much pronounced.

Camarena Blackberry Brut – created by Cheri Loughlin

1-1/2 measure Camarena Silver Tequila

2 measures Brut Champagne

7 large Blackberries

1/2 measure Agave Nectar

1/4 measure Lemon Juice

Blackberries Garnish – optional

Place blackberries, syrup and lemon juice in mixing glass. Muddle. Add tequila with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Double strain into large rocks glass over fresh ice. Top with brut champagne. Garnish with skewered blackberries if desired.

Deep blackberry with lush roundness in the background. Gorgeous color. Regal. Tiniest hint of blackberry sharpness balances the cocktail’s sweetness. Color makes this great for Fourth of July and Christmas. Seasonal fruit makes this ideal for summer. Variation: Could be possible to substitute fresh blackberries for bottled juice so this cocktail could be enjoyed year round and be more accessible for large batches.

Cocktail Recipe commissioned by Camarena Tequila Representatives

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Tagged Agave Nectar, Blackberries, Camarena Blackberry Brut, Camarena Tequila, Champagne, Corporate Mixology, Fresh Lemon, Tequila

Camarena Cardamom Tequila Punch

Posted on September 13, 2012 | Leave a comment

Your parties will pop with this festive and easy Camarena Cardamom Tequila Punch. Cardamom brings lively flavor to the punch bowl that will keep your guests wanting more (and asking for the recipe).

Camarena Cardamom Tequila Punch – created by Cheri Loughlin

12 ounces Camarena Silver Tequila

6 ounces Lemon Juice

4 ounces Blackberry Brandy

6 ounces Cardamom Syrup*

12 ounces Water

1/2 bottle Brut Champagne

1 Lime – Cut into Quarter Wheels

1 Orange – Cut into Quarter Wheels

1 Lemon – Cut into Quarter Wheels

1/2 Fresh Pineapple – Sliced into 1” Pieces

Combine all ingredients except champagne in large pitcher. Stir. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or overnight. Top with champagne just before serving. Recipe can be multiplied by 2 for punch bowl size.

*Cardamom Syrup – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 cup Water

1 cup Cane Sugar

1/4 cup Cardamom Pods

Place cardamom pods in heat proof jar with lid. Set aside. Place water and sugar in saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is completely dissolved (approximately 5 minutes). Pour heated syrup over cardamom pods. Stir briefly. Seal. Allow flavor to infuse for 24 hours. Strain syrup. Discard pods. Refrigerate.

Cocktail Recipe commissioned by Camarena Tequila Representatives

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Tagged Blackberry Brandy, Camarena Cardamom Tequila Punch, Camarena Tequila, Cardamom, Cardamom Syrup, Champagne, Corporate Mixology, Fresh Lemon, Punch, Tequila

Summer Blush

Posted on August 15, 2012 | Leave a comment

Full mouth-feel. Bitter combines with fruited sweetness rather nicely.

Summer Blush – created by Cheri Loughlin

1/2 ounce Campari

2 ounces Grapefruit Juice

2 ounces Pink Moscato Sparkling Champagne

1/4 ounce Grenadine

Lemon Twist Garnish

Combine Campari, grapefruit juice and grenadine in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with champagne. Garnish with lemon twist.

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Tagged Brunch, Bubbly, Campari, Champagne, Grapefruit Juice, Grenadine, Moscato, Summer Blush

Pip’s Retreat

Posted on August 8, 2012 | 2 Comments

Light and fruity with slight drying bitter in back. Lovely for summer brunch.

Pip’s Retreat – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 ounce Aperol

1-1/2 ounce Peach Nectar

1/2 ounce Lemon Juice

2 ounces Pink Moscato Sparkling Champagne

Lemon Twist Garnish

Combine Aperol, peach nectar and lemon juice in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with champagne. Garnish with lemon twist.

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Tagged Aperol, Brunch, Bubbly, Champagne, Fresh Lemon, Moscato, Peach Nectar, Pip's Retreat

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Barefoot Holiday Sparkler

Spiced Celebration Sparkler

Barefoot Ruby Reindeer

Jubilant Blue Bells

Barefoot Jewel

Review: Cruzan Strawberry Rum

Camarena Blackberry Brut

Camarena Cardamom Tequila Punch

Summer Blush

Pip’s Retreat

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