Crafty cocktails

Tito’s creations that you can whip up in no time

The 2021 Crafted in the Lowcountry Awards received many dazzling submissions. There was a smash hit for each category, determined by the panel of judges, along with an ultimate overall champion. Celebrate the many talented craftsmen here in the Lowcountry with a cocktail from Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

Tito’s Berry Dazzler
INGREDIENTS
1 ounce Tito’s Handmade Vodka
3 ounces sparkling white wine
1/2 ounce raspberry liqueur
DIRECTIONS [1] Just add Tito’s Handmade Vodka, raspberry liqueur, and sparkling white wine to a glass. [2] Garnish with a raspberry and rosemary sprig.

Tito’s Smash Hit
INGREDIENTS
3 ounces Tito’s Handmade Vodka
3 ounces fresh blueberries (or frozen, if you want it icy)
2 ounces soda water
1/2 ounces simple syrup
3 sprigs of fresh mint (1 for garnish)
DIRECTIONS [1] Drop Tito’s Handmade Vodka, blueberries, and two sprigs of mint into the shaker. [2] Take the muddler and smash everything up. [3] Add simple syrup and shake. [4] Pour into a glass over ice. [5] Top with soda water. [6] Garnish with mint sprig and a couple of blueberries.

Tito’s Champion Cherry
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 ounces Tito’s Handmade Vodka
3 ounces soda water
1/4 ounce simple syrup
2 maraschino cherries
2 blackberries
DIRECTIONS [1] Muddle blackberries and cherries in a shaker. [2] Add Tito’s Handmade Vodka, simple syrup, and ice. [3] Shake and strain into a glass over fresh ice and top with soda water.