Chelsea McCune of Nemacolin echoes the green, rolling hills surrounding the Laurel Highlands in her cocktail, Birdie. A refreshing, garden-fresh twist on a wine spritzer. Inspired by the rolling hills and breezy afternoons of Western Pennsylvania, this drink is as elegant as it is easy-drinking.
With crisp Tanqueray gin, freshly pressed celery juice, floral elderflower liqueur, and a lively splash of Moscato, the Birdie cocktail is light, bright, and unmistakably green—in the best way. It’s the kind of cocktail that feels just right after a morning on the course, an afternoon by the pool, or a slow, golden-hour stroll. Garnished with celery sprigs and citrus, it’s both visually striking and effortlessly refreshing.
This one’s for those sweet summer days when all you need is something cool in your hand and a little time to enjoy it.
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The Birdie
Description
Crafted like a wine spritzer, this cocktail brings a splendor of herbaceous, fresh, and light flavors, making it perfect for a sweet summer day
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tanqueray Gin
- 2 oz freshly juiced celery juice
- 21/2 oz St. Germaine Elderflower Liqueur
- Quarter of a whole lime, juiced
- Moscato wine
Instructions
- Pour all ingredients except Moscato wine into a shaker and with no ice, shake. Pour over ice in a wine glass and top with Moscato. Garnish with celery sprigs, a lemon wheel, and enjoy!
Recipe by Chelsea McCune
Story by Jordan Snowden
Photography by Dave Bryce
Styling by Keith Recker
