Holiday Spritz

Holiday Spritz

This cocktail is one of a handful on Orasella’s website that was constructed by our co-founder, Anne SanGiovanni. It’s pure nostalgia, inspired by a holiday punch popular during the 1980’s.

Unlike its predecessor, this version is light, not too sweet and infinitely adjustable to please all your holiday guests. Cocktail or mocktail, large or small batch, it’s up to you. Make a big batch of the cranberry citrus base before everyone comes over and you’ll have time to enjoy friends and family while foregoing work. Happy holidays, friends.

Hibiscus Zero Proof Cocktail

Hibiscus Zero Proof Cocktail

Some recipes are total keepers. This one, my bartender friend, Sean, crafted is one. It’s so easy and equally delicious. It had to be because I sampled it all over the Pacific Northwest this summer. I think I’ve made this cocktail over 200 times and it’s always is finished by the drinker. Light, not to sweet, not too tart - it’s a crowd favorite perfectly refreshing for those last remaining days of summer.

Orasella's Cherry Coke Float

Orasella's Cherry Coke Float

I am in Oregon in a town that has an amazing old school ice cream parlor. You know what I’m talking about… the soda pulls, the round spinny chairs hooked to a high counter, and a wall of glass jars filled with every sort of candy imaginable.

So, you could say, this week’s recipe was inspired by the soda fountains of the past. I mean, how long has it been since you had a float? One taste and you’ll be asking why. I mean, don’t you think it’s due for a comeback?