Lillet Rose Spring Cocktail

Lillet Rose, a fortified wine blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Muscatel, has the aroma of flowers and ripe berries -- perfect for a springtime aperitif.  Garnishing the drinks with flowers is a lovely touch.

Ingredients:

12 ounces Lillet Rose
12 ounces Ruby Red grapefruit juice
6 ounces Gin
6 edible flower blossoms (optional)

Directions:

Combine 6 ounces Lillet, 6 ounces grapefruit juice, 3 ounces gin and ice in a cocktail shaker.
Shake until well chilled.  Strain and divide cocktail among 3 stemmed cocktail glasses such as champagne coupes.  Repeat.  Garnish with flowers.  Serve immediately.

(marthastewart.com)

Happy Spring!!