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Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Makin' it with Maren - Mercado - Santa Monica



Join me, Maren Swanson, and head mixologist, Gilbert Marquez (of Mercado in Santa Monica), to learn how to make a classic margarita.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Makin' It With Maren - Valentine's Day: "My Valentine" Cocktail


Makin' It With Maren
Valentine's Day Cocktail: "My Valentine"
by Maren Swanson
February 12th, 2013


Learn how to make this delicious mini martini treat for your Valentine!


Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and I have created a special treat for you! Whether you are single, in love for the first time, in a serious relationship or married, the "My Valentine" cocktail is the perfect love elixir to get you in the mood for V Day. I wanted to make you something that is delicious, beautiful and sexy. I chose to make this drink in a mini martini glass so you get just the right amount of tangy and sweet in one drink.





This drink isn't overly complicated. You'll just need Smirnoff Iced Cake Vodka, Hard Luck Candy "Red Fish" Vodka, Pineapple Juice, Lemon, Ice, Pixy Stick and Red Sugar (optional). If you really want to make an impression on your Valentine, add a rose petal garnish on top.


Smirnoff Iced Cake Vodka

Hard Luck Candy "Red Fish" Vodka



Pineapple Juice

Pixy Stix & Red Sugar



To make this drink, follow the steps below. I promise that this drink will be a huge hit anyone this Valentine's Day!



"My Valentine" Cocktail:
2 oz Smirnoff Iced Cake Vodka
1/2 oz Hard Luck Candy "Red Fish" Vodka
1/2 oz Pineapple Juice
Squeeze of 1 Lemon Wedge
Ice


Garnishes:
Rim: Pixy Stix
Rim: Red Sugar
Rose Petals




Layer ingredients in a glass or martini shaker (not garnishes). Add ice and shake well 3 to 4 times. Re-distribute mixed ingredients to a mini martini glass or tumbler with ice. Top with garnishes. Serve. Enjoy!


Rim of glass:
1. Pour out 6 packets of red Pixy Stix and red sugar on a small plate.
2. Take your lemon wedge and run it along the rim of the mini martini or glass and then gently twist the rim or the lemon-lined glass into the plate of pixy stix and red sugar to create a flavorful and festive rim for your glass.


My Valentine Cocktail by Maren Swanson


In my opinion, this Valentine's Day cocktail tastes like a strawberry cupcake - my favorite!

Happy Valentine's Day!


Cheers,


Maren



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