3 Cocktails for Libra Season

Time to make some delicious cocktails to celebrate the dear Libras in your life. Check out these three balanced cocktail recipes they are sure to love!

Veranda Vernacular

Via Imbibe Magazine: Alex Siegelin, Juniper and Ivy, San Diego

In your shaker, add:

1 1/2 oz Bourbon

1/2 oz lemon juice

1/2 oz mint syrup

1/4 oz creme de peache

Shake and strain to ice-filled collins glass. Top with iced tea. Garnish with a mint sprig.

French 75

French actress and model Brigitte Bardot is one of the most famous Libras of all time. This bubbly classic cocktail is perfect for Libra birthday celebrations.

In shaker add:

1 1/2 oz gin

1/2 oz lemon juice

1/2 oz simple syrup

Shake and double strain to flute glass. Top with Champagne. Garnish with a lemon twist. For a seasonal twist, add a sprig of rosemary.

Remember The Alimony

If you have ever dealt with heartbreak, dear Libra, you are not alone. This is your year! This recipe comes from a “break-up themed menu” from Dan Greenbaum in New York City. Recipe from “A Modern Guide To Sherry” by Talia Baiocchi. The drink will bring you some balance.

Build in a rocks glass with one large cube. Add:

1 1/4 oz La Ina fino sherry

3/4 oz Beefeater gin

1 1/4oz Cynar

Stir. Garnish with orange peel