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Feast + West: Easy Elegant Entertaining

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Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read

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Hey, Reader!

If you couldn't tell, I love a good seasonal drink. Even pumpkin spice has its place — but in the appropriate season. No need to start in August.

The farmers market is my happy place; finding the freshest produce and using it to create a menu full of flavor brings me so much joy! There’s something especially magical about a summer cocktail that’s made with what’s fresh and in season. Juicy berries. Fragrant basil. A splash of citrus to wake everything up.

But how exactly do you incorporate them into your favorite drinks? Don't worry, my friend Meghan at Cake ‘n Knife created Sip What’s in Season: Summer Edition - a free guide to help you give your favorite drinks a seasonal twist with fresh produce, herbs, and fun extras.

She's an expert at creating recipes you'll want to share with others, and my go-to when I need some hosting inspiration. I love the way she makes it so simple to incorporate the best summer flavors into almost any drink.

Inside the guide you’ll find:

  • Ideas to give your favorite cocktails a seasonal twist with fresh produce, herbs, and aromatics.
  • Creative ways to elevate your drinks with aromatics and easy garnishes.
  • A Mix, Match + Muddle cheat sheet with suggested pairings of fruits, herbs, and spirits so there’s zero guesswork.
  • Plus, the golden ratio of spirit, citrus, and syrup every home bartender should live by.

You don’t need a fancy bar cart or mixology class. Just grab this guide and start crafting cocktails that feel as fresh as summer itself:👇

Cheers to summer sips worth celebrating!

Susannah

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Feast + West: Easy Elegant Entertaining

Susannah Brinkley Henry

I'm your cocktail bestie! Together we'll shake things up and make everything from classic cocktails to creative concoctions, and even mocktails from time to time. Follow me for delicious drink recipes, boozy desserts and appetizer pairings for easy, elegant entertaining.

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