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Honeydew Ginger Mojito

We’re dreaming of spring with this deliciously refreshing green drink, which is also perfect for your upcoming St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans. 😉

You’ll need:

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1 oz Ginger SweetShine

1 1/2 oz rum

2 oz club soda

1/4 c. fresh honeydew melon, cubed or balled

(you can also freeze some melon for ice cubes)

4-5 fresh mint leaves, plus sprig for garnish

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Muddle honeydew and mint in a mixing glass.

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Add 1 oz Ginger SweetShine.

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Add 1 1/2 oz rum.

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Cover and shake vigorously until frothy.

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Strain.

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We froze some melon balls for ice.

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Top with club soda.

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Garnish with mint sprig.

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Honeydew Ginger Mojito with Ginger SweetShine.

Cheers!

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Black Walnut Hot Buttered Rum

Well, we wished for winter weather, and now it’s here. Don’t fret. We’re continuing our exploration of warming spices this month, and our version of the classic Hot Buttered Rum will warm you up in no time.

You’ll need:

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1 oz Black Walnut SweetShine

1 oz spiced rum

2-3 oz hot water

1 Tbsp butter

1 tsp brown sugar

2 star anise, plus more for garnish

1 cinnamon stick

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Place 1 Tbsp butter in a mug.

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Add brown sugar,

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And 2 star anise.

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(That’s these guys).

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Muddle until combined.

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Pour in 2-3 oz hot water.

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Stir until butter is completely melted and combined.

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Add 1 oz spiced rum,

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And 1 oz Black Walnut SweetShine.

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Stir.

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Garnish with extra star anise and cinnamon stick.

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Now that looks yummy!

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Serve hot.

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Black Walnut Hot Buttered Rum with Black Walnut SweetShine.

Cheers!

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Mulled Pineapple

Dreaming of a tropical vacation during these cold winter months? We can get you half-way there with the island flavors in our Mulled Pineapple.

You’ll need:

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4 oz Ginger SweetShine

4 oz spiced rum

12 oz pineapple juice

1/4 tsp saffron

1/2 tsp black peppercorns

2 cinnamon sticks, plus 4 more for garnish

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In a saucepan bring pineapple juice to a simmer.

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Add 1/2 tsp black peppercorns,

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2 cinnamon sticks,

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and 1/4 tsp saffron.

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Simmer 15 minutes or so, until fragrant.

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In each of 4 glasses add 1 oz rum,

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and 1 oz Ginger SweetShine.

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Carefully top with mulled pineapple juice.

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Garnish with extra spices, if desired, and serve hot.

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Mulled Pineapple with Ginger SweetShine.

Cheers!

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Dog Days

Our Ginger SweetShine pairs with apricot preserves and fresh sage for this early autumn tipple.

What you’ll need:

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1 oz Ginger SweetShine

2 oz bourbon (or gold rum)

2 tbsp (or more) apricot preserves

Fresh sage for garnish

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Pour 1 oz Ginger SweetShine in a shaker or mason jar.

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Add 2 oz bourbon (or gold rum).

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Add 2 tbsp apricot jam, or more to taste.

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Cover it tight and shake vigorously, without ice.

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Pour your delicious concoction over crushed ice.

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Garnish with fresh sage.

Cheers, y’all!

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Honeydew Ginger Mojito

A refreshing, summery SweetShine cocktail!

A refreshing, summery SweetShine cocktail!

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  1. In a mixing glass muddle 5 mint leaves with 4 fresh honeydew balls. Add Ginger SweetShine and rum. Add ice, cover, and shake vigorously until ice cold. Fill glass with frozen honeydew balls and strain chilled mixture into glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with mint sprig.