Predictable. A Valentine’s something or another the day before. Well this year it’s a Valentine’s cocktail. I think you’ll like the blood orange against the basil and the margarita meets French kiss cocktail combination. It’s not dessert because I couldn’t get around to photographing it, that’s the downside of being a slower shooter and having a 9-5’r that only allows me to photograph on the weekend.
I know, I’m such an excuse maker.
Well here’s another one: I’m cutting this post short—struggling with a personal issue that has me heavy. I ‘m sorry, I just don’t have it in me to be up and conversational.
Cheers, to a forward looking statement that tomorrow will be better than today.
French Kiss Margarita
Ingredients
- 4 basil leaves
- 8 ounces blood orange juice
- 2 ounces lime juice
- 4 ounces Anejo tequila
- 2 ounces sweet vermouth
Instructions
Muddle basil in blood orange juice. Add in remaining ingredients stir and strain into a glass filled with ice.
Rachel says
Will be praying for you.
Amanda @ The Dormestic Goddess says
Your blog is your space, say (or don’t say) whatever you want. We’re all here for you, rooting for you!
Christy @ My Invisible Crown says
I agree with Amanda. I mean don’t get too personal but people like to see the human side of us from time to time. It’s how we connect with them on a deeper level. Sorry you’re going through something rough. This too shall pass. Love the cocktail! Cheers!
Julie @ Table for Two says
this is the ultimate drink name. LOVE it and so perfect for tomorrow! this is your blog – do what you want. curse, be unprofessional – we all know the real you and those who think otherwise shouldn’t be here 🙂
Jenny Flake says
Your photography makes me so happy Naomi 🙂 xoxo
marla says
I’ll take a french kiss or two…..
Carrie @ Kiss My Whisk says
I just received some blood oranges in my CSA…I’m going to have to try out this cocktail!
Gaby says
I agree with Julie!! Do whatcha want 🙂
And I am loving this cocktail! So right up my alley!
Ashley says
These photos!!!! Absolutely stunning.
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Gorgeous drink (I love the name!). This is your space – share whatever you wish.
Liz says
Your blog, your space….say what you like! We all have those king of days 🙂
Melissa says
Not that it’s all about me or anything….but….I was planning on having blood orange margaritas as a signature drink at my wedding….This is TOO perfect!
Sommer@ASpicyPerspective says
These are worth double fisting….
Greg says
Have another drink and we will see you Saturday.
Cynna says
I just found your blog and love the recipes. When I tried to subscribe, a message popped up and said that your page no longer exists–I hope it’s just a technical error. Feel better!
Shanna@ pineapple and coconut says
Love the name, the drink and the photos (like always)! Hope you are feeling better soon. We all have those kinds of days!!
Lauren | Sweet Splendor says
I love this! Perfect for Valentine’s Day or a night with your girlfriends!
Heidi @foodiecrush says
Drink up buttercup. A lovely photo of what is obviously not so lovely a day, and we allllll have them. Cheers to a new day.
Annie says
i’m getting very thirsty…
LuAnn says
Be well. Thank you for the recipe. Namaste.
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
Hope that you’re all better by now and the margarita (or a few) probably are just what the doctor ordered 🙂
JulieD says
Hope things are okay…please call or text if you need to talk! xoxo
These photographs are stunning!!
Joyti says
I can’t get over how much I love, LOVE your photographs. They’re sensational.
I hope you that you are o.k., and everything gets better really soon.
brandi says
hoping that tomorrow is better for you – i’m in the same boat.
in other news, this cocktail looks gorgeous! and i totally feel you on the 9-5 stuff (or 8-5 for me! boo).
Naomi says
Brandi- Hugs to you. I hope tomorrow is a better day for you to.
Amanda says
Sorry. You know I am just an email or text or call away… and always happy to lend an ear to you. Praying you have a lighter heart today… 🙂
Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says
Ok, so I can’t even tell you how much I wish I was sippin’ on one of these right now. Pinning for future making!
Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence says
Gorgeous! Hope things get better.
Jenn says
Thank you for this post, I truly admire your honesty. I struggle with writing how I’m really feeling in my blog, for fear of being negative or a downer, but it’s true, we all have bad days and it’s comforting and inspiring to see someone having a bad day and not trying to mask it.
I really hope things are on the up and up, and you’re having a beautiful day today! Your photos are amazing and one day I hope to be able to bake and take photos as awesome as yours. 🙂
Lisa says
That French Kiss Margarita looks amazing! Basil and Blood Orange Juice – sounds like an incredibly tempting combination. I’m always a sucker for Blood Orange, because I feel like it’s so much juicier and bursting with flavor. Tequila + Sweet Vermouth, too? Need to try!!
Lovely pictures, by the way!
Sheryl says
I love your blog! it’s amazing!!! Inspiring!!
Tereza says
Beautiful pictures!