Recipe Round Up: Spring Edition

Everyone take a moment to inhale the fresh smell of spring! Although it may not seem like it outside, spring is here and we’re excited for everything to blossom. To celebrate we’ve picked five of our favourite spring recipes to share with you. We have spring drinks, rhubarb treats, a beet salad and crab cakes to delight your senses.

5. Basil Smash

Coldstream-Basil-Smash

What better way to kick off a celebration than with a cheers! The Basil Smash is a refreshing drink created by the Clever Barkeep and is exactly what you need to cool down after a long day. Made with Coldstream Clear Distillery vodka, lime juice and basil leaves, this drink is quick and easy to make. All that’s left is to sit back, relax and enjoy.

4. Roast Beets, Goat Cheese and Cranberry

Stories Beet Salad

This delicious Roast Beets, Goat Cheese and Cranberry recipe is a very simple and sure way to impress your guests. Try using different colored beets to add variety and interest to your presentation.

3. Lobster Cakes with Roasted Vegetable Relish

Most of us are familiar with fish cakes and crab cakes, but have your ever tried lobster cakes? These Lobster Cakes can be served with the vegetable relish and lemon thyme aioli as an appetizer or a main course. This is also a great recipe to make use of left over lobster.

2. Rhubarb Whipped Cheesecake Jar

Layers of rhubarb flavour, creamy cheesecake whip and a toasty crumble make this Rhubarb Whipped Cheesecake Jar a great dessert for a party or picnic. Make ahead, chill and seal in mason jars for easy transport.

1. Spring Dew

Spring Dew

Sip into spring with this bright and flavourful Spring Dew drink. Made with honeydew, elderflower liqueur, Ironworks Amber Rum and a few other special ingredients, this recipe is a must have addition for your drink collection.

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