It's that time of year again... when young (and old) hearts feel obligated to buy flowers, book a fancy restaurant, and little hearts are pitter pat in anticipation of all the ooey, gooey, drippy romance fit for a Mexican telenovela. Whether you are into Valentine's Day or not, looking to impress a hot date, or share a sip with friends while burning photos of your ex, and poking a voodoo dall resembling him or her with stick pins, I have cocktails for you.
Bouquet of Lovecreated by Natalie Bovis, The Liquid Muse MixologySkip the wilted roses and give you valentine a cocktail to make her swoon...1/2 ounce St. Germain Elderflower liqueur1/2 ounce Brovo Rose Geranium liqueurSparkling wineRim champagne flute with sugar. Gently pour in all ingredients. Chocolate or Deathcreated by Natalie Bovis, The Liquid Muse MixologyEven if you don't love love, I know you still love chocolate...3/4 ounce whiskey1/2 ounce Creme Yvette Violet liqueur3 ounces Kakawa lavender drinking chocolate1/2 dropper of Bitter End Mexican Mole BittersMix all ingredients. Serve hot or chilled.