Happy Sunday Socialites!

This weeks cocktail has the flavours of Africa. This week we will be discussing the Animal Kingdom Lodge and we’ll be having this cocktail while we chat! Don’t be fooled by the earthy sounding flavours, as this drink is super refreshing and beautiful too. Set aside some time to make the beet ginger beer but once it’s made, let’s relax, take a sip and talk about a seriously wonderful hotel. This recipe is care of the LCBO’s food and drink.

Ingredients

2oz Vodka

1oz Lime Juice

5-6oz Beet Ginger Beer (recipe to follow)

Carbonated water

Lime wedge for garnish

Pour vodka and lime juice into an ice filled mule glass. Top with Beet Ginger Beer. Stir to mix and adjust as desired

Beet Ginger Beer

1 large beet peeled and chopped

1 cup lightly packed yellow brown sugar

3 cups water

1 cup carbonated water

Place ginger, beet and sugar in a large saucepan. Pour water over and stir to mix. Bring to a boil around the edges over medium high heat. Reduce to medium low and gently simmer stirring occasionally for 10 minutes. Remove from hit and let stand for 1 hour.

Strain through mesh sieve into a pitcher. This will last covered and refrigerated for up to 4 days. when ready to serve, top with carbonated water and stir. This will make enough for about 6 mules.

Let us know what you think and come chat about Animal Kingdom Lodge on Thursday.

Bye for now Socialites!