Pretty Simple Cocktails Independence Day

Pretty Simple Cocktails Independence DaySelf taught cocktail pro Julianna McIntosh offers spirited inspiration and recipes for home cocktail makers of all levels. From state of mind spritzes to margaritas for every mood, punches, martinis, and booze free beauties, Jules's dazzling collection is served up with grace and flair. In addition to recipes for drinks, home mixologists will learn how to make their creations stand out using floral ice cubes, salted and sugared rims, dehydrated

And the best part

A splash of eucalyptus creates a distinctly fresh finish

Artisan tradition follows through to dessert: a silken hazelnut and cocoa spread with EVOO

chilled gazpacho

Rounding out the gift are Maple Bourbon Almonds

easy-to-prepare recipes

sauces and tomato-based dishes

Mixer flavors include Bourbon Barrel Aged Old Fashioned

Southerner's will appreciate nibbling on a sweet & spicy glazed pecan while sipping their julep

Fresh baked cranberry pecan granola is a perfect by-the-handful snack

José carries forward generations of farm-to-table tradition passed down through his family's kitchens

From Lattice-Topped Apple Pie to Carrot Cake with Brown Butter Cream Cheese Frosting (the secret