‘Tis the year’s most festive time so why not celebrate with a cocktail that offers a little extra sparkle? Perfect for clinking glasses with your special someone or offering a rousing toast with your closest pals, the Apricot Bellini also offers that vintage pizzazz so expertly delivered at The Bookstore Speakeasy in Bethlehem. This libation is not created in a shaker, nor is it stirred. Its creative blend of liquors and bitters including apricot liquor, peach bitters and aperol, is poured right into the glass and then the concoction relies on the effervescent qualities of Champagne bubbles to act as a natural swizzle stick, says Bookstore bartender, Courtney Conrey. A delicious brandied cherry is tossed in just before serving for that extra splash of sweetness.
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Conrey says she loves the fun atmosphere at The Bookstore all year long and especially enjoys mixing up Champagne-based cocktails. “Instead of a regular glass of Champagne, why not spice it up and come in for an Apricot Bellini?”
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