Planning for Memorial Weekend #2: Mixing Up Cocktails with PATRÓN, Belvedere, Glenmorangie, + Volcan!

This is  Memorial Weekend 2022  Cocktails #2.

Today’s cocktail feature is a rather lengthy list of sips….
Some are recipes that allow you to choose your favorite tequilas or mezcal. 

PLUS we have Betty Buzz mixers that you can use to create a cocktail or your very own mocktail(s)!!

PATRÓN Perfect Paloma 

 

 

Ingredients:

  • 1.5 oz    Patrón Reposado
  • 3 oz        Fresh grapefruit juice
  • .5 oz       Agave syrup (1:1)
  • .5 oz       Fresh-squeezed lime juice
  • 1 oz        Sparkling water
    Sugar and salt for rimming
    Grapefruit wedge for garnish

Method:

  • Combine all ingredients except sparkling water in a shaker tin and shake with ice to chill.
    Strain onto fresh ice in a sugar and salt-rimmed collins glass.
    Top with sparkling water and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.

 

PATRÓN & Tonic 

 

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz        Patrón Silver
  • 3 oz        Premium tonic water

+      Lime wedge for garnish

Method:

  • Combine ingredients in an ice-filled highball glass and stir.
    Garnish with lime wedge.

 

Spicy Paloma courtesy of   BETTY BUZZ PALOMA & COMPANY

 

  • 1 Part Tequila or Mezcal
  • 3 Parts (1/2 Bottle) Betty Buzz Sparkling Grapefruit
  • Grapefruit Wedge
  • Tajin Seasoning

Method:

Wet the rim of a highball glass with a grapefruit wedge.
Gently roll the rim of the glass in Tajin to lightly coat.
Add ice to the glass followed by tequila or mezcal,
Top with Betty Buzz Sparkling Grapefruit and stir.

 

Betty Buzz Sparkling Mixers (SRP $7.99/4-pack)

The array of flavors of Betty Buzz Sparkling Mixers is tremendous:

You can use these mixers to create tasty cocktails OR you can drink them as they are as a mocktail  and still enjoy what you are drinking!

 

Betty Buzz Sparkling Mixers! Link to buy: https://bettybuzz.com

 

 

Want a simple but tasty wine rather than mixing up a cocktail?  Here’s a great option for you to try.
Whispering Angels is an amazing Rose!
Whispering Angel is today’s worldwide reference for Provence rosé.

–Made from Grenache, Cinsault, and Rolle (Vermentino), its pale color is pleasing to the eye and draws one in.
–The rewarding taste profile is full and lush while being bone dry with a smooth finish.
–Highly approachable and enjoyable with a broad range of cuisine, Whispering Angel is a premium rosé that you can drink from midday to midnight
–Also perfect for National Rosé Day on June 11!

Whispering Angel | $25

Link to Buy: https://drizly.com/wine/rose-wine/whispering-angel-rose/p19586

 

 

Glenmorangie X Passionfruit

 

 

Ingredients:

  • 50ml (2oz) X by Glenmorangie

  • 50ml (2oz) Passionfruit Soda

 

Preparation:
Fill high ball glass with crushed ice.
Add X by Glenmorangie and passionfruit soda.
Stir and garnish with half a passion fru

 

 

VOLCAN MARGARITA

INGREDIENTS            

  • 2 oz Volcan Blanco Tequila
  • 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
  • ¾ oz Agave Syrup
  • Salt & Lime for Rim

 

METHOD:
Combine your tequila,  lime juice, and agave syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously until it is mixed and chilled.
Garnish with a slice of lime.
Blend together lime and salt in a small blender,
Place the mixture on a plate.
Press the rim of a glass into it to rim the edge.
Strain margarita into the glass.

 

 

BELVEDERE BLACKBERRY & LEMONGRASS SPRITZ

 

 

 

Ingredients

1¼ oz Belvedere Blackberry & Lemongrass

¼ oz Dry Vermouth

1 tsp Honey Water (1:1)

2 oz Dry Sparkling Wine

2 Fresh Blackberries for garnish

Sprig of Mint for garnish

 

Method:
Place all ingredients in a Spritz glass over cubed ice and
Stir gently to combine.
Garnish with blackberries and a sprig of mint.
Optional: Lightly crush berries and mint to release more flavor.

 

You have just sifted through all the cocktails that I could feature today. As you can see, there are lots of choices.  Some are complex cocktails; others are less so!

Whatever cocktail(s) you choose to test drive, ENJOY your weekend!!!

 

Stevie Wilson,
LA-Story.com
If you have a question, you can email me at stevie.wilson@LA-Story.com

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You can find more cocktails to mix up by visiting these two website: Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum  and Fistful of Bourbon 
There are lots of cocktail recipes on each website that you can check out. I already found about 4 cocktail recipes that I want to test drive!

If you find some great cocktail recipes, feel free to send me an email with a link to the recipe you found!

Now we get to wait for the holiday weekend. Pretty soon the “countdown” to Memorial Weekend kick-off is soon!

 

 

 

Stevie Wilson,
LA-Story.com
If you have a question, you can email me at stevie.wilson@LA-Story.com

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Disclosure: some of the links on this post might have affiliate links! It costs you nothing. If you buy something, the brand pays me a small percentage.

 

Sunscreens Are Essential in Summer- and- WINTER! Try Hampton Sun Products!!

Hampton Sun has an amazing array of products that include sunscreens that are from  SPF 4- 70.  Some of the latest additions to the Hampton Sun family are mineral-based sunscreens. These sunscreens include the Age-Defying SPF 50 Mineral Crème as well as the newest product, Mineral Anti-Aging SPF 30 Lotion. These products are perfect for everyday use because they cover a lot of bases!

Key Benefits:

The best part about mineral sunscreens is that they don’t leave a chalky residue or a white cast on your skin. They vanish into your skin without being gooey or greasy!

–SPF 30 Mineral: 100% Vegan Moisturizing Mineral-Based Formula, Coral Reef-Safe, Chemical-Free, No White Residue, Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection, Water-Resistant (80 minutes), Preservative-Free & Fragrance-Free, Non-Nano

–SPF 50 Mineral: 100% Mineral Formula, Chemical-free, Coral Reef -Safe & Biodegradable, Broad-Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection, Water -Resistant (80 minutes), Sheer & Lightweight, Preservative-Free, Gluten-Free, Paba-Free

–Sunless Tanning Mist! For those who want to have a beautiful tan but don’t want to be subjected to UVA/UVB rays, there is another option for you from Hampton Sun: SUNLESS Tanning Mist!
–This crystal clear, ultra-fine mist goes on evenly, and works at any angle.
No-rub application is for the face & body and dries in a flash!  All organic Erythrulose, a naturally occurring sugar in red raspberries, ensures a longer-lasting non-streaking tan.
–Infused with our signature Privet Bloom scent. We recommend you layer it on with several applications.
–The most flawless color – We call it magic in a bottle!

–Featured Ingredients: Aloe Vera, Witch Hazel, Erythrulose, Sodium PCA So you can have your  “cake and eat it too”  by using the Hampton Sun SUNLESS Tanning Mist and the Mineral SunscreenSPF 50 or 30  over the beautiful golden tan!!
What’s not to love!

You can find Hampton Sun Products at these online and brick and mortar stores:
Hampton Sun:  https://hamptonsuncare.com/
Amazon.com:   https://www.amazon.com/Luxury-Beauty-Hampton-Sun/b?node=8757878011
Beautylish:        https://www.beautylish.com/b/hampton-sunHSN:
Net-a-Porter:    https://www.net-a-porter.com/en-us/shop/designer/hampton-sun
HSN:                    https://www.hsn.com/shop/hampton-sun/1230
Neiman Marcus.com + Neiman Marcus Stores:
https://www.neimanmarcus.com/c/designers-hampton-sun-cat48080738

 

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