Published on November 3, 2016 | Last Updated on November 3, 2016

I tried a violet cocktail at a new Houston restaurant and completely fell in love. The color was amazing and I loved the subtle flavor the Creme de Violette gave. I tracked down a bottle of the fancy liqueur at a speciality store and can’t wait to whip this cocktail up for my next dinner party!

The Violet Fizz

• 1/2 oz Creme de Violette
• Sparkling Wine
• Juice from 1/4 of a Lemon
• Sprig of rosemary for the garnish
• Caramelized lemon slice 

Fill glass 3/4 of the way with sparkling wine or champagne, then add 1/2 oz of Creme de Violette and lemon juice. Garnish with lemon slice and spring of rosemary. This cocktail was part of a styled shoot we did a couple months ago and I had The Foodie Chef brûlée the lemon slices for the cocktail by adding sugar to the top of the sliced citrus and using a small kitchen torch to create a char. I love how it turned out! 

Photos by Michelle Able Photography
Flowers by Mibellarosa Designs
Calligraphy by A Fine Flourish
Venue: The West Studios