3 cocktails with EVOO that will turn your aperitif into a gourmet experience

3 cocktails with EVOO that will turn your aperitif into a gourmet experience In Spain we know a great summer starts around a table. And this year, the ingredient surprising top bartenders isn't a spirit... it's extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). Discover EVOOs and prepare the perfect aperitif Its silky texture, green aromas, and Mediterranean character elevate any cocktail. Here are three easy recipes to enjoy a different aperitif this summer. Olive Espresso Martini Ingredients 50 ml vodka 30 ml freshly brewed espresso 20 ml coffee liqueur 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) Ice Preparation Shake all ingredients with ice in a shaker for 20 seconds. Strain into a cocktail glass and finish with three coffee beans and a few drops of EVOO. The result: an incredibly silky texture that softens the coffee’s bitterness. Gin & Oil with rosemary and lemon Ingredients 50 ml dry gin Premium tonic water 1 slice lemon 1 sprig fresh rosemary 1/2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) Preparation Fill a glass with ice. Add the gin, top with tonic, add the lemon and rosemary, and finish with a few drops of olive oil. The result: a gin & tonic that’s more aromatic, fresh, and surprisingly elegant. Mediterranean Bloody Mary Ingredients 50 ml vodka 100 ml tomato juice 10 ml lemon juice Salt and pepper 2 drops Tabasco 1 teaspoon EVOO infused with basil (or EVOO and a few fresh basil leaves) Preparation Mix all ingredients with ice and serve in a highball glass. Garnish with celery, olives, or a gherkin. The result: a rounder, fresher Bloody Mary with an unmistakable Mediterranean touch. The bartenders’ little secret To make the oil integrate perfectly, shake the cocktail vigorously with ice or add a few drops at the end as an aromatic finish. Always use a high-quality extra virgin olive oil — it will make a difference in aroma and flavor. Best pairings EVOO Picual Early Harvest 500ml, Alauda EVOO Early Harvest, Reusable Ceramic Picual Bottle, Monsieur Pegó Extra Virgin Olive Oil, L’Oli organic Cuadrat Valley BUY NOW Will you help us continue bringing the best of Spain to your table? We strive every day to be your favorite shop for Spanish gourmet products. Your feedback is very important to us and helps us keep improving. Leave us a review about your experience at Made in Spain Store and, as a thank you, you'll receive a €10 off coupon for your next purchase*. *Purchases over €60 Leave your review here! AUTHOR: Israel Romero, CEO of Made in Spain Gourmet.