This Valentine’s Day, don’t shy
away from all things Vanilla. Mix up your Valentine’s Day with SKYY Infusions
Vanilla Bean cocktails! Mixologist John deBary of New York speakeasy PDT has
created the BLVSH and Mixologist Franky Marshall of Clover Club has created
Crème de Vanilla cocktails, both of which are perfect for that sultry V-Day sip
for you or your special someone and graciously shared with Pop Culture Trends
readers!
The latest Infusions release from
the iconic blue bottled vodka, SKYY Infusions Vanilla, made with real vanilla
beans, features a rich, smooth taste of creamy soft vanilla, luscious white
chocolate and slightly toasted caramel creating a delicious, decadent flavor
that lingers on your tongue. Now, if vanilla isn’t your thing, you can opt for
something apple from Basil Hayden's Bourbon or a traditional chocolate flavored
drink courtesy of the folks at Laphroaig. Read on for the best Valentine’s
Recipes!
BLVSH
Created by Mixologist John deBary of New York speakeasy PDT
- 1 ½ oz. SKYY Infusions Vanilla Bean
- ½ oz. SKYY Infusions Moscato Grape
- ¾ oz. Lime Juice
- ½ oz. Simple Syrup
- ½ cup Organic Raspberries
Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Fill shaker with ice
and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds. Pour into a coupe glass.
Crème de Vanilla
Created by Mixologist Franky Marshall of Clover Club
- 2 ½ oz. SKYY Infusions Vanilla Bean
- ½ oz. White Creme de Cacao
- ½ oz. Stumptown Cold Brew Coffee
- ¾ oz. Half and Half Cream
- ½ oz. Cinnamon Syrup
- Milk Chocolate Shavings
- 2 Vanilla Beans
Pour all ingredients into a small tin, and fill up 3/4 of
the tin with pillow ice. Blend on Medium-High for approximately 16-20 seconds.
Then pour into small snifter. Garnish with milk chocolate shavings and vanilla
beans.
Basil Hayden's Apple Bubbly
- 1 part Basil Hayden's Bourbon
- Sparkling Apple Juice
Add Basil Hayden's Bourbon to a champagne flute and fill the
remainder with sparkling apple juice.
Garnish with a sliced apple.
The Perfect Gentleman
- 1 1⁄2 parts Laphroaig 10-Year-Old Scotch Whisky
- 3⁄4 part DeKuyper Crème de Cacao Dark
- 1 1⁄2 parts Heavy Cream
- 2-3 dashes Orange Bitters
Shake vigorously with ice and strain into a chilled stemless
cocktail glass. Garnish with fresh shaved chocolate.
Love, Laphroaig
- 2 parts Laphroaig Quarter Cask
- 1/2 part Cynar
- 1/2 part Apricot Brandy
- 2-3 dashes Angostura Bitters
Place all ingredients in a mixing glass, add ice and
stir. Strain into a tall highball glass and garnish with a brandied cherry.
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