Lillet Rose Spring Cocktail

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
6

Lillet Rose, a fortified-wine blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscatel, has the aroma of flowers and ripe berries -- perfect for a springtime aperitif. Garnishing the drinks with edible flowers is a lovely touch.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Lillet Rose

  • 12 ounces Ruby Red grapefruit juice

  • 6 ounces gin

  • 6 edible flower blossoms (optional)

Directions

  1. Combine 6 ounces Lillet, 6 ounces grapefruit juice, 3 ounces gin, and ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake until well chilled. Strain and divide cocktail among 3 stemmed cocktail glasses, such as Champagne coupes. Repeat.

  2. Garnish with flowers. Serve immediately.

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Originally appeared: Martha Stewart Living, April 2012

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