Jul 14 2026
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Fridays Recipe

Inspired by Graydon's Crossing
Time30m
Serves2

3-6 pm

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Appetizer Ingredients

Method

Cocktail Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mint Vodka Cocktail

    In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh mint leaves gently to release their oils.

  2. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    Add vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker. Fill with ice and shake well for 15-20 seconds.

  3. 3

    Serve the Cocktail

    Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice and top with club soda. Stir gently to combine.

Appetizer Directions

  1. 4

    Prep the Bruschetta

    Slice the bruschetta loaf into 1/2 inch pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet.

  2. 5

    Prepare Tomato Mixture

    Dice the Roma tomatoes and finely chop the garlic cloves. In a bowl, combine tomatoes, garlic, and chopped fresh basil. Drizzle with olive oil and mix well.

  3. 6

    Assemble Bruschetta

    Spoon the tomato mixture onto each piece of bruschetta. Optionally, drizzle with extra olive oil before serving.

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