Solstice Spritz

A bright, effervescent cocktail capturing the electric feeling of summer’s first warm dusk. Juicy watermelon and fragrant basil meet zesty lime and a hint of pink peppercorn, topped with sparkling rosé for a celebratory flourish. Crisp, herbal, and just a bit spicy, this drink is sunshine in a glass. Serve in: Large wine glass Ingredients: - 1.5 oz watermelon juice (freshly pressed) - 1 oz premium gin - 0.5 oz basil simple syrup (basil-infused sugar syrup) - 0.5 oz fresh lime juice - 2 dashes pink peppercorn tincture (or muddle a few pink peppercorns) - 3 oz chilled sparkling rosé - Garnish: Mini watermelon wedge, basil sprig, cracked pink peppercorn Build & Serve: Shake watermelon juice, gin, basil syrup, lime juice, and pink peppercorn tincture with ice. Strain into a wine glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling rosé. Garnish with a watermelon wedge, fresh basil sprig, and a pinch of cracked pink peppercorn for aroma. Sip while the sun sets.