Green and Yellow Light it up for Summer.

If I could sum up the summer for Chartreuse, I would say it's been amazing.

So many bartenders from all over the country have submitted recipes to www.frederickwildman.com and it's something I am always grateful for, seeing how classics are redefined, drinks range from the complex to the simple with both techniques producing delicious results.

Since the conclusion of Tales of the Cocktail, Some great things have been happening this summer with Chartreuse. Bartenders are all about it and are using it beautifully with summer fruits. As this blog continues, look for a list of some spots all over the country that represent their passion for the brand in their drinks. I tip my hat to each and every bartender, from the vested bartenders who are using homemade infusions, bitters, herbs and fruit, to the bartenders who pour pitchers for Beer Pong Tournaments and serve the Green or Yellow Chartreuse with home made Collins Mix and soda.

Last but not least, the bartenders who serve shots of it nightly with a beer chaser (AKA Happy Meal #3) your passion for it is amazing. See "Tasty Beverage" from Grindhouse Presents: Death Proof. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olRPN49p_jc

I've tasted it with a diverse group of other ingredients (not all at once, but in separate drinks made by incredibly talented bartenders from all over) such as:
Jalapeno infused Tequila, Strawberries, Passion Fruit, Cherries, Tarragon, Gin, different preserves, juices and it all works magically. Check with your retailer, buy a bottle of Green or Yellow and play around at home, or visit some amazing cocktail venues in your area and let them create something delicious for you.


Here is the Strawberry Fields Recipe which won a some hearts and minds at our company meetings in Tampa a few weeks ago:
In a shaker, muddle Strawberries, Basil and 4 slices of lime.
Add 2oz green Chartreuse and ice, shaking gently so not to overly bruise the basil.
Strain into an iced tea glass with ice and top with ginger beer.

Cheers to you, stay green or yellow.
Todd