Summer Spritz

Tiësto and John Legend have teamed up again to bring us the summer anthem of 2016. “Summer Nights” is a sexy EDM slow-jam that is the perfect complement to a beach sunset. And what better way to enjoy “Summer Nights” than with our “Summer Spritz.” Aperol, the Italian aperitif made from oranges and herbs is the less bitter and lighter cousin of Campari.  The zesty flavor of Aperol combined with the delicate sweetness of Liqueur de Pamplemousse Rose and some bubbly will have you serenading the sun as it sets.  

Ingredients:

1 1/2 oz. of Aperol 

1 oz. of Liqueur de Pamplemousse Rose (or other grapefruit liqueur)

2 oz. of Champagne

Flavored Sparkling Water (We recommend Grapefruit or Orange)

Slice of Grapefruit (Garnish)

Directions:

Pour Aperol and Liqueur de Pamplemousse Rose over ice.

Add champagne and top with sparkling water. 

Garnish with grapefruit slice.

Sip and sing. 

PIMM'S Fit For Florence

The PIMM'S cup is a traditional English summer drink made with lemonade and a gin-based liqueur that was created by James Pimm in the early 19th century. The liqueur tastes of bittered spices and citrus and the cup has become a staple at Wimbledon and the Henley Royal Regatta. But like Florence Welch herself, we like twists on tradition and would prefer something electric to "make us throw our hands up in the air." We have included the traditional recipe below, but why not try a new take on the recipe that is fit for the English rose herself.

Ingredients:

2 oz. of PIMM'S

3 oz. of Sparkling Orange-Lime Water (or other flavor)

1 oz. of St. Germain 

1 oz. Pomegranate Juice

4 Mint Leaves

2 Strawberries (sliced)

2 Thin Slices of Orange

2 Slices of Cucumber

Directions:

Combine pomegranate juice, St. Germain, mint leaves, strawberries, oranges and cucumbers in a shaker. Press on the ingredients to release their juices, but do not muddle them. 

Add ice and PIMM'S to the shaker and lightly shake.

Pour into a high ball glass and top with sparkling water.

"PIMM'S ORIGINAL" Recipe

from the official PIMM'S website (http://www.anyoneforpimms.com/recipes/pimms-original/) 

Pile all the ingredients in a tall glass, mix and sip. Best make a jugful, you never know who’ll turn up at the sound of the ice tray leaving your freezer.

Ingredients:

• Highball glass
• 50ml PIMM’S No.1
• 150ml of Lemonade
• Mint, orange, strawberries
• Cucumber to garnish and ice

Summertime Granola

When I think of summer I think of the bare feet, surfing, BBQs with friends and Janis Joplin's 1968 rendition of the hit "Summertime." Her raspy voice belting "One of these mornings you're gonna rise up singing/ and you'll spread your wings and you'll take to the sky" is the sound of summer. We can't claim to start your summer morning better than Janis, but this Summertime Granola recipe comes pretty close to making you spread your wings. 

Ingredients:

4 Cups of Oats

2 Cups of Dried Coconut Flakes (I use unsweetened)

1 Cup of Blanched Almonds

1 1/2 Cups of Dried Cherries (finely chopped)

1/2 Cup of Coconut Oil

1/2 Cup of Honey

1/4 Cup of Flax Seeds

1/4 Cup of Chia Seeds

2 Teaspoons of Orange Zest (1 Large Orange)

1 Teaspoon of Cinnamon

1 1/2 Teaspoons of Almond Extract

Directions: 

Set oven to 300 degrees.

Zest one orange.

Combine oats, coconut flakes, almonds, flax seeds, chia seeds, and cinnamon in large bowl. Mix thoroughly. 

In a small bowl mix coconut oil, almond extract, orange zest and honey. Mix thoroughly and then pour the mixture into the large bowl.

Mix the dry and wet ingredients together with so the oats are covered with the wet mixture. 

Pour mixture (using a rubber spatula is helpful) onto a large baking tray that is covered in foil. Do not pack the tray because only the top layer of the oats will bake. 

Cook for 40-45 minutes, stirring the mixture every 10-15 minutes until the oats are a golden brown. 

Remove mixture from oven and allow it to cool. Once cool, add the mixture to a large bowl and stir in dried cherries. 

And just in case you need a little extra help in the morning...