As summer solstice approaches we’ve made the shift to outdoor entertaining. The Honey Grapefruit Martini is a seasonal favorite at our restaurant in the Mill. This refreshing drink is ideally served in a chilled Benson Martini glass which is the perfect combination of form and function. The base of the glass fits well in the hand, while the cone shape of the bowl is the right capacity to sip this summer cocktail. As the weather warms up, and if you have the opportunity to dine at our restaurant, select this wonderful cocktail off our menu, or if you are at home try our recipe.
Honey Grapefruit Martini
2 oz. Barr Hill Gin
1 oz. Honey+Lime+Grapefruit Mix* (see below)
Fresh Herb Sprig
Combine all ingredients in an ice filled shaker. Shake well and strain into a chilledBenson orAscutney Martini glass. Garnish with a herb sprig such as thyme.
*Honey Lime Grapefruit Juice Mix
1 part Hot Water
2 parts Honey
2 parts Lime Juice
5 parts Grapefruit Juice
Mix hot water and honey until honey is dissolved. Then add lime juice and grapefruit juice and mix well.
The Benson Martini Glass
Explore our drinkware assortment online, or visit our Mill in Quechee Vermont, to experience the many dimensions of Simon Pearce.
Ascutney Double Old-Fashioned with the Harvest Moon Cocktail
Enjoy the Fall season with one of our classic cocktails that we serve at the Simon Pearce restaurant in Vermont. Heighten the experience of the Harvest Moon drink with our handcrafted Ascutney Whiskey or Double Old Fashioned glass. This is a great recipe to try at home while observing the seasonal transition, or queuing up a virtual happy hour with family or friends. For the perfect virtual gifting and entertaining solutions, you can find our range of glasses on our website.
Here is the recipe
Harvest Moon
2 oz. Sauza Conmemorativo
3/4 oz. Lime Juice
1/2 oz Spiced Syrup Mix*
Few Dashes of Angostura Bitters
Add all ingredients to an ice filled shaker and shake well. Pour into an Ascutney DOF or Whiskey glass.
Lime wedge garnish.
*Spiced Simple Syrup:
1 Cups Water
1 Cups Sugar
3 Whole Allspice Berries
3 Whole Cloves
1 large cinnamon stick
1 1-inch Pieces of Ginger, peeled and chopped
Make simple syrup and add all spices. Let steep for one hour and then strain out all the spices to your preference.
With current events impacting us all so deeply, we collectively discover ways within ourselves to embrace the unexpected. We find comfort and positive support through togetherness. We explore a new path forward and enrich our lives while sheltering at home. We find more meaning in gatherings especially around the table whether at home or virtually.
We yearn for a warm cozy atmosphere and strive to cultivate a sense of safety and serenity taking hints from the danish concept of Hygge. Well being is key, while optimism and finding balance in our lives helps uplift us throughout each day. A new normal evolves, and a homebound routine incorporates virtual meetings with colleagues, while the home office becomes a dynamic hub of activity.
Working from Home
We seek interaction and connection with family and friends to compare notes on ways to feel good, be healthy, share recipes and stay nourished. As we navigate these times a new appreciation for the things around us emerges as we curate a sense of what we want in our home environment. While embracing the change we can still celebrate life’s holidays, birthdays, milestones, and make things work for us at home. Entertaining can be a source of joy by sharing botanical drinks, creating craft beer tastings, wine & cheese, or sending invites to a virtual happy hour.
Look for What Speaks to You
Throughout our Simon Pearce line, we have many of the quintessential handmade elements available to make those home moments special. Our drinkware collections contain a fine selection of beautiful and functional items you can use to curate your home. Having the time to pay attention to details, you can appreciate the nuances of the handmade.
At Simon Pearce, we have adapted to the new paradigm and are continuing to practice our craft. Our ethos of ‘handmade quality’ drives us forward and everything we make is a unique expression of humanity.
Puppy Model
Puppy on the Glass Floor
Dog
The hand is involved in every step of bringing each object to life. We hand draw, and model concepts, like the dog and the new puppy then work out the details on the glass floor with the expertise of our glassblowers. Each object is a combination of the hand of the maker, the form, the fine quality of the material, and that is blended with our distinct ‘point of view’ about design.
Sketching
Glassblowing
Hand Thrown Pottery
Renderings
These elements cannot be separated. Our passion for handmade excellence permeates everyone in the company with ‘purpose’. We love to share what we create, because we are confident it will make these times spent at home, that much better.
Bristol Red Wine & Decanter
Pontil
Waterbury Tumbler
To see the latest items for sheltering at home please visit our website.
If you need a break from cooking in your kitchen, and you are in the Upper Valley, the Simon Pearce Restaurant has a new menu with delightful dishes of ready to heat dinner. Jerod Rockwell is running the kitchen for take out which can be picked up with curbside service.
