Happy Hour: New Home Sweet Home
Last week Glenn and I closed on our new house (hooray!!).
When I came back to the office after signing my name 700 times, the MyRecipes team was ready to toast my new place with a shot of Veev. This liqueur made with acai berries is sweet, tart, and delicious. I don't know how well the superfood qualities of acai translate to spirits, but the berry's flavor makes the transition beautifully.
I was completely sold on Veev after trying their basil gimlet recipe. The brightly flavored liqueur with fresh basil and shot of lime are irresistible on a summer afternoon.
Veev Basil Gimlet
- 2 ounces Veev Acai Spirit
- 4 fresh basil leaves
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 3/4 ounce simple syrup
Tear 3 basil leaves to release oils and drop into a cocktail shaker. Shake all ingredients well with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with the remaining basil leaf.
Cheers!
Looking for another way to enjoy acai this summer? Try Chicken and Spring Greens with Acai Dressing.
How do you make the simple syrup?