In the upcoming summer issue of Michigan Meetings + Events we’re sharing details of a new event venue opened by Blake Farms, in Almont. But why wait until then to pass along a couple of the summer cocktail recipes you can make with Blake’s Hard Cider. blakefarms.com
Strawberry Patch (Strawberry Lemonade)
- 1oz. vodka
- 4 oz. Blake’s Strawberry Lemonade
- ½ ounce agave nectar
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- Lemons and strawberries for garnish
- 1 ounce strawberry puree (1 cup fresh strawberries, 1 tablespoon agave nectar or honey, 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
Bring all to a simmer and then strain and cool
Farmstand Sangria (Strawberry Lemonade)
- 6 ounces Blake’s Strawberry Lemonade
- 4 ounces semi-dry white wine (Riesling/Sauvignon Blanc)
- ½ oz. white rum
- 1 ounce strawberry puree (1 cup fresh strawberries, 1 tablespoon agave nectar or honey, 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
- Apples/oranges/strawberries/lemons/limes for garnish
Bring all to a simmer and then strain and cool
