Everyplace I move, I make up a special cocktail to personalize my new abode. I could write a cocktail book since I am on my 40th concoction.

This one is easy, and again proves the old adage about necessity being the mother of invention. I picked the fruit from my own trees. It has a similar sweet/sour taste treat of a lemon drop.

Coral Cove Cocktail

2 oz brandy… any kind handy, even cherry, which I use in fondue.
2 oz Grand Marnier, or triple sec, depending on using the juice of a real orange.
The juices from lemon or lime, to taste, plus the juice from a fresh orange or grapefruit…if handy.

Stir liquor and juice over ice, strain into a sugar-rimmed glass.

Sip the citrus taste of summer.

I found two new cafes within walking distance, one Polish/Hungarian, with every morsel house made… the other is a country French bistro… recipes to follow soon.

Maralyn
Author: Maralyn

Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.