Hey Foodies,
  I just wanted to let everyone know that Linda (Beach Sister #1184!)
wrote in to the blog wondering if I had any ideas on how to prepare a "blueberry cocktail/martini" for the next time shes entertaining. Well - since I have been non-stop at Bottega, the first thing that came to mind was a "Huckleberry Gimlet" that our bartender serves up often!

Thank you for writing in Linda!  I hope you will share your unique entertaining stories soon! Have a great time traveling!!

-Michael

Heres the recipe:
 
Huckleberry Gimlet

1.5 oz Hanger One Vodka

2 teaspoons fresh huckleberries

10 Fresh Basil Leaves

1 oz lime juice

3/4 oz simple syrup (to taste)

 

• In a mixing glass muddle the huckleberries, lime, basil and sugar.  Add ice and vodka, shake and strain through a fine strainer.  Garnish with spanked basil and 3 huckleberries resting in the basil nest.  Enjoy with delight!