INGREDIENTS

3+ oz Piper Sonoma Blanc de Blancs
1 oz gin (preferably one with orange botanical)
1 oz fresh clementine juice (1 clementine)
1/2 oz winter simple syrup
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
1 tsp fresh ginger zest
Fresh thyme

PREPARATION

Instructions: Combine all ingredients (except Piper Sonoma) in ice-filled mixing glass and stir until cold. Strain into glass and top with Piper Sonoma Blanc de Blancs. Garnish with Clementine wheel and thyme sprig.

FOR THE WINTER SIMPLE SYRUP

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1 tsp whole cloves
2 oz fresh ginger chunks
3 fresh thyme sprigs

PREPARATION

Combine water, hers and spices in a saucepan and bring to boil. Simmer for 10 minutes, then add sugar. Once sugar has dissolved, remove from heat and let steep for at least 30 minutes before using. Strain syrup into container. Can be stored in refrigerator for 2 weeks.

A light and festive twist on a classic party-pleaser. The best part about this bright and fruity delight is that all the prep takes place beforehand. All you do is add the bubbles when your guests arrive.

Recipe serves 6–8, so adjust accordingly for smaller—or larger—get-togethers!

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of Piper Sonoma Brut
• 8 oz Gin
• 4 oz Citrus & Thyme Simple Syrup **recipe below**
• 8 oz Pineapple juice
• 8 oz Orange juice
• Fresh fruit slices (½ an orange, ⅓ a grapefruit, ½ lemon)
• Fresh Thyme
• **Prepare in a large pitcher**

Preparation

Add Fresh fruit slices and some thyme sprigs into a serving jug. Add all liquid ingredients (except Piper Sonoma). Mix well & allow to rest in the refrigerator for at least 2–4 hours.

To serve: Pour 3 oz of cocktail mixture into each glass. Top with 3–4 oz of Piper Sonoma Brut. Garnish with fresh thyme and fruit wheels.

Citrus & Thyme Simple Syrup

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup of mixed fruit slices (orange, lemon, grapefruit)
• 4–5 Thyme Sprigs

Bring fruit and water to a boil. Reduce heat and add in sugar until completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow mixture to marinate for minimum 30 minutes. Strain off the fruit before using. Can be stored in fridge for up to 2 weeks.

This yummy low-ABV recipe is perfect for dry-ish January. It combines fresh seasonal citrus (grapefruit & blood orange) with the cleansing and antioxidative properties of fresh sage…and just a hint of Piper Sonoma Brut.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz Piper Sonoma Brut
• 2 oz grapefruit Juice
• 1/2 oz blood orange juice
• ¼ lemon juice
• ¼ sage simple syrup
• A splash of Soda water Fresh Sage (Muddle in)

Preparation

Combine all ingredients (except Piper Sonoma) into a cocktail shaker. Muddle the sage, add ice and shake until cold. Pour into a glass and top with Piper Sonoma Brut and soda water. Garnish with fresh citrus wedges and a sage leaf.

Sage Simple Syrup Recipe

• 6-8 culinary grade sage leaves
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup water

Add all ingredients to a pan and gently bring to boil. Remove from heat and allow sage to infuse for 30 minutes. Once cooled, strain the syrup off the leaves and store in an airtight container until ready to use. Syrup can be kept in the fridge for up to 1 month.