love potion | valentine’s day cocktail
So far, most of my cocktail photos have been dark and moody, with a bit of color here and there. I wanted to photograph something light and, well…girly. I figured since Valentine’s Day is staring us right in the face, a cutie little pink cocktail would be a perfect fit.We went back to the drawing board on this one several times until we perfected the vision of this sweet little drink. I saw ‘we’ because my resident cocktail tester was always a big help.
This cocktail is delightful and surprising; made with a mix of raspberry, creme de cocoa and creme de menthe. You can even add a touch of cream if you like; I know I did.
It’s perfect for a sweet Valentine’s celebration. Especially if you’re staying in like we are.
Happy Monday!!
I’d love to hear from you! What are your favorite romantic cocktails?
Love Potion
1 1/2 oz raspberry simple syrup (recipe follows)
1/2 oz cream or half and half (optional)
Directions:
Pour all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake until chilled and strain into small cocktail glass. Garnish with fresh raspberries. Enjoy!
Raspberry Simple Syrup:
Add 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of raspberries to a small saucepan. Bring to boil and allow mixture to boil for 3 minutes. All syrup to cool completely and strain off solids. Syrup can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
These are gorgeous…love all the pink!!
Thanks so much! Pink is a real challenge for me for some reason. I love it and struggle with it all at the same time. Thanks again for the kind words 🙂
Wow, these photos are sensational. Can’t wait to make the cocktail
Thanks, Cate! I hope you enjoy it and have a Happy Valentine’s Day!
I love how it is called Love Potion! This is so great for Valentine’s Day!
Thanks, Nancy! I’m glad you like the name 🙂
This sounds amazing! Beautiful photos!
Thanks so much, Katie!!
So beautiful! I love that pastel pink. I am so inept when it comes to cocktails, it always amazes me when people come up with ideas like this. Because I’m more “Hey, can I put some sprite in this wine? Cocktail!”
Ha! I have to say that I am often the same way with cocktails. I’m not sure what constitutes as a proper flavor combo, but if it tastes good to me, I’m okay with it. Sprite and wine sounds delicious, by the way!
Thanks so much, Kiersten!
Your pictures are gorgeous Emily! I have yet to even remotely master the art of taking pictures of beverage. I just stink at it. You on the other hand clearly know what you’re doing. This is beautiful! I definitely need to try making this lovely cocktail.
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