I've had a number of posts talking about planning out different theme parties, or how hosting a party for the big game takes preparing a day or two in advance.
I'm not ambitious enough to do that every time I host, and sometimes the most fun and successful gatherings we have don't have any planning at all.
We try to stock our fridge with a few different protein options at all times and enough fresh veggies to enhance a dish or make a great salad on their own.
We invite our friends over and by about 1 or 2 pm we are usually on our way to conjuring up some good times. Keeping things flexible makes for a relaxed setting when I ask "surf or turf?" and having people help out with things it brings a nice community feel to the day.
The perfect match for a relaxed day with friends is Seagram's Gin. It has a stellar taste that mixes well with everything from my bright, fruity concoctions to my husband's dirty martinis and gin gimlets. In addition to its versatility, Seagram's is a bottle that I put out and is instantly recognized by everyone, the name speaks for itself (I just learned that Seagram's has been distilled in America since 1939!).
I have fun pairing Seagram's with all sorts of dishes and have also had success with the different flavored varieties too. Grape, Red Berry and Peach (pictured) are three of my favorites, with the infused flavors that go a long way even with a simple mixer like a tonic.
My husband is, as you'd probably guess, a fan of the Seagram's Lime Twisted Gin. Its tangy taste elevates the classic drinks and always puts a smile on his face.
So in the spirit of letting a Saturday afternoon with friends meander wherever it may, I raise my glass and wish you cheers. Below is a drink recipe that I hope you enjoy, one of many I've come up with that features Seagram's Gin. It's easy to make with just a handful of simple, quality ingredients.
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📖 Recipe
Orange Gin Cocktail
Ingredients
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup water
- 2 springs lemon thyme
- 2 oz orange juice
- ½ oz Seagram’s Gin
- 1 teaspoon lemon thyme simple syrup
- 4 oz sparkling water
Method
- To make simple syrup: combine sugar + water and 2 springs lemon thyme in a pot, bring to simmer. Stir until sugar dissolved, remove from the heat and allow to cool.
- Pour the orange juice, gin and syrup over ice in a glass and top with sparkling water. Stir and garnish with mint and lemon thyme.
kage2015 says
I always try to keep fresh fruit and vegetables on hand along with different assorted crackers and cheese. Always fast to bring out and serve. We don't drink and non of our friends do as well so we stick to different non alcohol options.
Jennifer G says
Oh well now this looks so good. My husband really enjoys a gin so I may have to try to make this for him.
Mandee says
I'm not much of a drinking, but this sounds really good!
Lisa Favre says
I could SO use a cocktail - especially now that the warmer weather is kicking in! This gin looks really good. I'm sure my husband's best friend would love it.
Victoria Heckstall says
These cocktails are looks good! Perfect after dinner with my friends, they would love it as well.
fashionbeyondforty says
I have got to get some of that peach twist gin! I LOVE gin and I LOVE peach Thanks for the heads up I had no idea this existed!
Michelle Waller says
This sounds like it is just delicious and refreshing. I love anything Peach!1
Lian says
This sounds like a great drink to make! We usually have friends over throughout the year, and adding this drink to our repertoire would be fun to do!
Shannon Gurnee says
This sounds like an interesting recipe. I love Seagram's with Sprite. So good!
up run for life says
I am not a huge drinker. The peach seagrams sounds right up my alley. I might have to give it a try.