Sorry, No Hard Alcohol Allowed!

This is something that many of my brides and grooms ask about. Most of the venues in wine country don’t have a full liquor license and only serve beer and wine.

Generally, not a big deal.

However, in many brides have a signature cocktail on their list of Must-Have’s. Yep, I know I want an Amber Joy Pineapple Mojito. There is an alternative for those venues that do not have the full liquor license. The Solution?


 

What is Grappa?  Grappa is an alcohol made from grapes.  Basically, it’s the leftovers from the wine making process that are later distilled.  The great thing is that the alcohol content is pretty high, 70-120 proof, and can be used in a number of cocktails!  I don’t recommend Grappa for shots.  It’s not very tasty by itself.  However, you can make appletinis, lemon drops, margaritas, and SO many other drinks.  I think it’s best when being used as the liquor if vodka based drinks.  There are many different types and qualities of Grappa.  Make sure you get a decent Grappa so your cocktails taste like they are supposed to.