Jackson-Triggs Executive Chef Tim Mackiddie shows you how to create custom-crafted cocktails infused with herbs and flowers.

The Grigio Waltz

Ingredients:

  • 4 - 6 oz Jackson-Triggs Pinot Grigio
  • 2 slices cucumber
  • 1 Tbsp pomelo or grapefruit
  • 1 Tbsp simple syrup
  • 1/8 tsp pomelo or grapefruit zest
  • Sprinkling of cilantro

Directions:

Muddle pomelo, zest and cilantro in a martini shaker. Add simply syrup and Jackson-Triggs Pinot Grigio. Shake and strain liquid into a Mason jar or cocktail glass. Garnish with cucumber slice on glass. Serve chilled.

The Vidal Elixir

Ingredients:

  • 4 - 6 oz Jackson-Triggs Vidal
  • 2 inches chopped lemongrass
  • 3 leaves basil
  • 1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1 Tbsp simple syrup

Directions:

Muddle lemongrass, basil and ginger in a martini shaker. Add simple syrup and Jackson-Triggs Vidal. Shake and strain liquid into a Mason jar or cocktail glass. Garnish with a sprig of lemongrass as a stir stick. Top with soda and serve chilled.

The Springtime Sauvjito

Ingredients:

  • 4 - 6 oz Jackson-Triggs Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1/2 lime squeezed
  • 1/4 tsp lime zest
  • 5 leaves mint
  • 1 Tbsp simple syrup

Directions:

Muddle lime, zest and mint in a martini shaker. Add simple syrup and Jackson-Triggs Sauvignon Blanc. Shake and strain liquid into a Mason jar or cocktail glass. Garnish with lime wedge or sprinkle with edible flowers. Top with soda and serve chilled.

The Rosé Violette

Ingredients:

  • 4 - 6 oz Jackson-Triggs Rosé
  • 2 sliced strawberries
  • 6 lavender leaves
  • 1/2 lime
  • 1 Tbsp honey

Directions:

Muddle strawberries (save one slice for garnish), lime, and lavender leaves in a martini shaker. Add honey and Jackson-Triggs Rosé. Shake and strain liquid into a Mason jar or cocktail glass. Garnish with strawberry slice on glass or sprinkle with edible flowers.