Saturday, April 4, 2020

(Hoping the tickle is from the pollen…springtime in central Virginia is gloriously beautiful, yet the green powder on every surface does wreak havoc on our nasal cavities AND our throats.)

I wanted a pretty pretty cocktail to match the pinks and purples of the red bud trees, the azaleas, and the dogwoods.  So I put on my mask and drove to the ABC store—my first outing in 2 weeks–and found the Creme de Violette.  It takes so little, anymore, to make me happy.

Combine one-third ounce Creme de Violette, 1.5 ounces gin, and  1.5 ounces vodka.  Mix gently with 2 ice cubes and strain into a stemmed glass.  I garnished mine with actual violets from my yard (!!), but you may garnish with a twist of lemon zest and/or brandied cherries.