Velvet Stardust

The Velvet Stardust is a sweet and effervescent signature cocktail, perfect for adding a touch of elegance and celebration to any birthday party. It marries the smooth, botanical notes of vermouth with the fruity sweetness and vibrant colors of a few carefully chosen ingredients, creating a visually stunning and deliciously unique beverage. Serve this in a champagne flute to accentuate its sophisticated and festive character. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz sweet vermouth - 1 oz raspberry puree (fresh or frozen raspberries blended and strained) - 0.5 oz elderflower syrup - 2 oz sparkling apple cider - A splash of club soda - Fresh raspberries and a thin slice of green apple for garnish Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the sweet vermouth, raspberry puree, and elderflower syrup. 2. Shake well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled. 3. Strain into a champagne flute. 4. Gently top with the sparkling apple cider and a splash of club soda to add a refreshing fizz. 5. Garnish with fresh raspberries and a thin slice of green apple on the rim of the glass. The Velvet Stardust's blend of sweet vermouth and fruity components offers a delightful and sophisticated taste, with the elderflower adding a subtle floral hint. The sparkling apple cider and club soda not only lighten the drink but also contribute a joyful sparkle, making it an ideal choice for birthday celebrations.