Blue Moon, The Perfect Glamping Cocktail

Note: This is part of the Glamping episode where we featured a cocktail menu. I separated the recipes out individually to provide you with a better search option.

I like to use Bendistillery spirits whenever I can. They're made in small batches with a handcraft feel with an attention to clarity and the juniper berries are hanpicked for the their Crater Lake Gin.

Please do use a real glass, it's glamping after all!
 

 

Blue Moon Cocktail

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes

2 oz. Crater Lake Gin or Vodka 
1 lemon wedge
1 Tbls. honey
Ice
About ½ ounce Rothman Winter Crème de Violette 

Equipment:  
Cocktail shaker
Zester
Martini glass 

Garnish:
Strip of lemon zest
A fresh violet or pansy

Fill the martini glass with ice to chill it. Squeeze the lemon wedge into the shaker and add it along with the honey. Stir a bit to dissolve the honey.  Add about 1 cup of ice cubes and the gin or vodka. Place lid on shaker and shake vigorously. Remove ice from the martini glass. Strain cocktail into the chilled glass. Pour Crème de Violette around the edge of the cocktail. Garnish with a fresh flower and a twisted zest of lemon.