Sage Cocktail Advice

Since I am always looking for a new cocktail, and love to muddle, here is a fun one for the New Year holiday. If you have turkey, sage gravy, and stuffing for Christmas you may have extra sage for this tasty libation I adapted from a recipe in Better Homes and Gardens. I will be in Cabo San Lucas for New Year’s Eve, then Baja Mexico/California, searching for the best Margaritas.

2 grapefruit wedges

6 large sage leaves

1/4 cup of vodka

1/4 cup of gin

2 tbsp. simple syrup

splashes of Prosecco

In a cocktail shaker muddle the grapefruit wedges and sage leaves.

Fill shaker with ice.

Add the gin, vodka, and simple syrup.

Shake 30 seconds and strain into a chilled martini glass.

Pour a few splashes of Prosecco on top…and say Cheers.

I like to fry sage and use as a garnish for soups, salads and to brighten mashed potatoes.

Sage leaves, natural or fried, are delicious in those next day turkey sandwiches.

Look for fresh sage with a vibrant color and aroma.

Use fresh and juicy grapefruit wedges.

I followed the recipe, except for a few extra splashes of Prosecco, but I think you could use all vodka or gin instead of half of each.

I substitute basil for mint and sage on meat or in cocktails with good results.

I  often buy Prosecco, and wine, at Trader Joe’s for good value.