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Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Valentines Kiss




Whether you are a fan of Valentines day or not this cocktail is definitely worth treating yourself to and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face!

I have to thank my friend Chelsea for this one as she served it (minus the alcohol!) at her daughter's Birthday party and from the moment I tried that first sip I knew it would make the most perfect cocktail! Of course it is also delicious without the alcohol and makes a perfect punch for a party if made in large quantities. It is super easy to make and can be mixed in a flash so make sure to keep the ingredients on hand for a quick and delicious cocktail!

Whenever I've made this, I popped some ice in a cocktail shaker with the other ingredients then quickly shake everything together before straining into cocktail glasses. However, as someone pointed out to me, due to the carbonation of the Ginger Ale if you shake too much it could end up very messy! (Whoops!! Guess I've been lucky!) So to avoid you being covered in this delicious drink perhaps the best advice is to  keep all of your drinks well chilled then mix directly into your glass.

Serves 1

90ml White Cranberry Juice, chilled
90ml Raspberry Ginger Ale, chilled
60ml Vodka or Gin, chilled (optional)

Pour everything into a cocktail glass then give a quick stir before sipping and enjoying! 

Alternatively if you don't have chilled drinks you can pop the cranberry juice and vodka (or gin) together in a shaker with ice then pour into your cocktail glass before topping with the Ginger Ale!

Cheers!



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11 comments:

  1. Lacy @ NYCityEatsFebruary 14, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    Oooh this sounds great! Something that I'd definitely be able to drink. Buzzed!! Happy Valentine's Day!

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  2. grubarazziFebruary 14, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    These are such a gorgeous light color! Lovely cocktail for this evening.

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  3. Jenn @ Peas and CrayonsFebruary 14, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Happy Valentine's Day! =) This looks soooo good! I need a drink right about now ;) xoxo

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    1. LyndseyFebruary 15, 2012 at 1:11 PM

      Thanks Jenn! A day late but Happy Valentines Day to you! Hope you had a lovely day : )

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  4. Kiri W.February 14, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    Looks so elegant and lovely :)

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  5. EmilyFebruary 14, 2012 at 5:14 PM

    These are such a pretty shade of pink!

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  6. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and DessertsFebruary 15, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Such a pretty drink! Love that it is good for kids or adults!

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    1. LyndseyFebruary 15, 2012 at 1:10 PM

      Exactly! And to be honest I love it just as much without the alcohol. It's so delicious!

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  7. LyndseyFebruary 15, 2012 at 1:09 PM

    Thank you all so much! : )

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  8. EmmaFebruary 16, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    Wowser - where do you get raspberry ginger ale?! I want some!

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    1. LyndseyFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:34 AM

      I know it's so good. Unfortunately though I've just had a look and it doesn't look like you can get it in the UK :( Here I can buy it in my local supermarkets - it's by Schweppes. My only solution is to use normal ginger ale and add a touch of raspberry juice - I'm sure that will be just as delicious.....hopefully!! : )

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