Whether you've been struck by cupid's arrow and are creating a romantic meal or are blissful solo and hosting an Anti-Valentine's Day bash, here are five cocktails to celebrate Saint Valentine.
1.
Cruzan Rose Kiss: This floral drink utilizes one of the most popular Valentine's Day gifts.
• 2 parts Cruzan Aged Light Rum
• .5 parts Hibiscus Liqueur
• 1 part Fresh Lime Juice
• 3 Drops Rose Water
• Splash of Soda Water
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a shaker, shake for 15 seconds. Pour over fresh ice in a Collins glass. Top with soda water.
2.
Box O' Chocolates: Hamptons love birds should stop by
Nick & Toni's (36 North Main Street, East Hampton, 631-324-3550,
www.nickandtonis.com) to try this sweet cocktail.
• .75 oz. Cherry Liqueur
• 5 oz. Prosecco or Champagne
• Large Orange Twist
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Box O' Chocolates. (Courtesy Photo) |
Directions: Add cherry liqueur then prosecco to your chocolate rimmed champagne glass. Hang the orange twist on the edge of the glass and voila.
3.
The Closer: If you're in NYC for Valentine's Day, finish your meal with this chocolatey concoction from NYY Steak (7 West 51st Street, New York, 646-307-7910,
www.nyysteak.com).
• 1.5 oz. Godiva Chocolate
• 1 oz. Absolute Vanilla
• .25 oz. Kahlua
• .25 oz. Frangelico
• Splash Luxardo Maraschino Cherry Juice
• Splash Grand Marnier
• 1 Egg White
• Chocolate Covered Strawberry
• Dark Chocolate shavings
Directions: Fill a shaker with ice and add Godiva Chocolate, Absolute Vanilla, Frangelico, and Kahlua. Pour into a glass. Top with Luxardo Maraschino Cherry Juice, Grand Marnier and egg white infused foam. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings and a chocolate covered strawberry.
4.
Cupid's Arrow: Even if the son of the love goddess hasn't hit you with his arrow, this libation is still worth mixing up.
• 1 oz. Lucid Absinthe
• 1 oz. Raspberry Liqueur
• 1 oz. Lemonade or Sour Mix
• 2 oz. Ginger Ale
• 1 Lemon wedge
Directions: Fill a shaker with ice and add raspberry liqueur, Lucid Absinthe and lemonade. Shake vigorously. Pour into a glass and top with ginger ale, add a lemon wedge and serve.
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The Closer, Cupid's Arrow, and Cruzan Rose Kiss. (Courtesy Photos) |
5.
Strawberry Kiss: The festive cocktail is available at the 21 Club (21 West 52nd Street, New York, 212-582-7200,
www.21club.com).
• 2 oz. Grey Goose Vodka
• 1.5 oz. Lillet
• 1 oz. Strawberry Simple Syrup
• .75 oz. Crème de Cacao White
• .5 oz. Perrier
• 2 Strawberries
Directions: Muddle one strawberry at the bottom of a mixing glass. Add vodka, lillet, simple syrup and crème de cacao white to the mixing glass with ice and shake. Double strain (to remove pulp) into a chilled Martini glass. Top with Perrier. Garnish with a strawberry.
Nicole is the Editor-in-Chief of Hamptons.com where she focuses on lifestyle, nightlife, and mixology. She grew up in the Hamptons and currently resides in Water Mill. 
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