Holiday Party: Signature Drink - Christmas Martini

Christmas is my absolute favorite time of the year. I love to play Christmas tunes every chance I get. And who can say no to the many yummy cookies and seasonal treats? I feel giddy at heart like a kid again at the very sight of Christmas lights or a tree. But most of all, I love spending time with friends and family celebrating the season during the holiday parties.

If you are hosting a holiday party or getting married, a fun detail to include would be a signature drink. One of my favorites is the Christmas Martini.

Recipe:

1 oz Dry Gin
1 1/2 oz Peppermint Schnapps
1/2 oz Water
1 Stick Peppermint Candy

Strain gin and peppermint schnapps into martini glass. Add peppermint stick.

Happy Holiday to you and yours!

Samantha Darr

Fall Party Details: Pumpkin Signature Drink

As an event planner, I've seen signature drinks becoming more and more common with more zing and pizazz. From colored sugar lining the rim of the glass, couture designed wine charms, edible flowers, monogrammed drink stirs and special designed displays to create a whole vocal point at an event.

With the Fall quickly approaching, I always look forward to all the yummy deserts made with pumpkin. So, why not enhance your event with a signature drink after dinner to compliment your desert.

Pumpkin Martini Ingredients:

1/2 oz Drambuie Sylk Cream Liqueur
2 oz Absolut Vanilla vodka
1/2 oz pumpkin liqueur
1 tsp whipped cream
Cinnamon stick for garnish

Pour the Drambuie Sylk Liqueur and vodka into a shaker filled with ice and shake well. Add the pumpkin liqueur and shake. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Top with teaspoon of whipped cream. Garnish with cinnamon stick.

Blissfully Your's,

Samantha Darr
Owner/Lead Planner