Port Paradise
This delightful cocktail, Port Paradise, features mixed dried fruits soaked in port wine overnight, imparting a rich and robust flavor to the drink. The combination of sweet and tart fruits adds a refreshing twist, while the addition of club soda and ice cubes brings a light and bubbly finish. Perfect for a summer gathering or a relaxing evening at home.
Port Paradise
A refreshing cocktail featuring mixed dried fruits soaked in port wine, combined with club soda for a light and bubbly finish.
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Ingredients
- Mixed dried fruits, such as apricot halves, pitted plums, tart red cherries, figs, and apple slices (about 2 tablespoons total)
- 1/3 cup port wine
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup club soda, chilled
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Thread the mixed dried fruits onto a 6-inch wooden skewer.
- Place the skewer in a heavy self-sealing plastic bag, and pour the port wine and lemon juice over the fruit skewer, ensuring it's coated.
- Seal the bag and refrigerate overnight, turning the bag occasionally.
- To serve, remove the fruit skewer from the bag and discard the bag and liquid.
- Pour the port and club soda into a tall, thin glass.
- Add the fruit skewer and ice cubes.
- Serve immediately.