Happy Hour-Hibiscus Rose Sparkling Martinis

So, I told you I was into sparkling wine, right?? I can’t stop. It’s just too darn good. This cocktail is right up there too. A little sweet, a little tart–just right. It might just be the perfect spring, sit-on-the patio-when-you-want-to-feel-fancy cocktail. Because, when it’s 75 outside, you absolutely have to sit on the patio. And you absolutely have to make this cocktail.

I found this amazing syrup at a local Gourmet Liquor & Wine store and knew that I had to craft a delicious cocktail. I absolutely loved the ideas of the light flavors of hibiscus and rose. Both are floral, but not overly sweet. They provided a recipe on the bottle and I adapted it just a tad.

Hibiscus Rose Sparkling Martini

2 ounces vodka

2 ounces Hibiscus Rose Syrup

1 ounce lemon juice

Sparkling Rose’

rose petals or roses for garnish

Combine the vodka, Hibiscus Rose syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously. Pour into a chilled coupe or martini glass. Top with sparkling rose’. Garnish with rose petals or a rose.

P.S. I’ll share how to make the gorgeous flowered ice wine cooler soon!!

Enjoy!!

XO,

Sabrina