Valentines Cocktails Using Croft Pink Port
Pink Jasmine:
Croft Pink Port mixed with equal amount of cold Jasmine tea, served in a tall glass filled with diced strawberries & ice cubes. This recipe is a perfect summery punch for your Valentines Garden Party, and it can be prepared for as many guests as you wish.
Pink & Soda:
Open & capture the exiting fresh fruitful expression of Croft Pink port when diluted with soda water. Add some fresh fruits for an excellent low alcohol thirst quencher.
Spiced Portugal:
Muddle some melon chunks with half a chilli (without seeds) to extract the juice and the spiciness required to mix with a large measure of Croft Pink Port. Stir the cocktail with a few ice cubes and strain into half a melon, or a glass, to enjoy as an aperitif.
Pink Garden:
Cut a red pepper and use a quarter to muddle in a shaker. Add a spring of thyme and a large measure of Croft Pink Port, then shake and strain into a cocktail glass and enjoy on the side of green starter.
Apple & Pink Julep:
In a long glass, place 10 to 15 mint leaves with a shot of apple juice. Gently press to extract the full aroma of the mint and add a large measure of Croft Pink Port. Add some ice and swizzle until the cocktail is chilled. Fill the glass with more ice and garnish with a mint spring and an apple fan.
Frozen Pink Festival:
In a blender, place a few chunks of watermelon and 4 raspberries. Add a large measure of Croft Pink Port and 5 ice cubes. Blend everything, serve in a cocktail glass, and garnish with a couple of raspberries.
Source: Croft