“At the touch of love everyone becomes a poet. ”
– Plato
“One word frees us of all the weight and pain in life. That word is love.”
– Sophocles
“There is no remedy for love but to love more.”
– David Henry Thoreau
Whether you raise a glass to your loved one this February 14th, or raise a glass to yourself, take a moment to consider the love you have around you and all the love you have to give.
Have a very Happy Valentine’s Day, whatever you do, whomever you’re with!
Happy Valentine’s Day, Rob: my one and only True Love, my Honey-est Bee, my eternal Valentine.
‘Honey, Bee Mine’ French 75 Cocktail
This playful twist on the classic French 75 counts on honey in its simple syrup and a drop of rosewater. Light, feminine, luxurious and romantic, this cocktail will surely set the mood.
makes 4
¼ C fresh Meyer lemon juice (regular lemons will do if you can’t find the sweeter, milder Meyers)
¼ C honey simple syrup – instructions below
½ C gin
Champagne or sparkling wine, well chilled
1 drop rose water – optional
Ice
paper-thin lemon slices for garnish
To make the honey simple syrup, bring to the boil: 1 cup of water and 1 cup of honey. Allow to cook 2 minutes to ensure honey is fully dissolved into the water. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature. Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Chill champagne flutes or coupes.
In a large cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the honey syrup, lemon juice, gin and rosewater (if using). Shake well. Strain into chilled glasses and top-up with chilled Champagne (or sparkling wine). Garnish with floating lemon slices. Cheers!
