Emerald’s resident mixologist, Brian Cherchiglia. Photos by Philippe Marquis.
Nothing says summer quite like a chilled, refreshing cocktail—and these cannabis-infused creations are here to take seasonal sipping to new heights. We’ve crafted three refreshing recipes featuring top-shelf cannabis seltzers: the fruity Apple Watermelon Strawberry Fizz, a spiced Blackberry Strawberry Cardamom Mule, and a tropical Cantaloupe Mojito. These delicious concoctions offer a fun and approachable way to explore the world of infused beverages and add a little extra relaxation to summer festivities. So mix up a batch, raise a glass to the season, and enjoy summer to the fullest. Cheers!
Meet the Mixologist Behind the Magic: Brian Cherchiglia
Our resident mixologist, Brian Cherchiglia, brings a unique blend of musical artistry and mixology mastery to the world of cannabis cocktails. With roots in the music industry, Brian honed his craft at invite-only private parties, learning from the best in the business, including mixologists from The Lovin Cup and Dead Rabbit. He’s since graced the bar tops of Williamsburg and Bushwick hot spots like Lokal, Nita Nita, and most recently, Farm to People, infusing his passion for fresh ingredients and innovative techniques into every drink he creates.
Cherchiglia’s specialty? Cannabis-infused, non-alcoholic mocktails he’s dubbed “Marytales”—a clever twist on classic cocktail recipes that showcase the versatility of cannabis. With a focus on fresh juices, aromatic herbs, and the natural sweetness of clover honey in place of simple syrup, Brian’s creations are a testament to his creativity and dedication to the craft. Get ready to sip on something truly special with each of Cherchiglia’s Marytales.
Apple Watermelon Strawberry Fizz
Start to finish: about 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
Apple skin slices (for muddling and garnish)
1/2 oz watermelon juice
1/2 oz strawberry blackberry syrup with clover honey
3 oz Ayrloom Honeycrisp cider
Club soda
Ice
Instructions:
In a shaker, add ice and apple skin slices (reserving one slice for garnish).
Add watermelon juice, strawberry blackberry syrup with clover honey, and Ayrloom Honeycrisp cider. Shake well to combine and chill the ingredients.
In a serving cup or jar, add fresh ice.
Fill the cup/jar halfway with club soda.
Strain the mixture from the shaker over the club soda and ice in the cup/jar. Garnish with a reserved apple slice.
Blackberry Strawberry Cardamom Mule
Start to finish: about 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
1/2 lime
1/2 can (5 mg) Tune seltzer
1/2 oz strawberry blackberry syrup with clover honey
Watermelon juice
2 oz ginger beer
Ice
Instructions:
In a cup with ice, muddle 1/2 lime.
Pour in Tune seltzer over the ice.
Add strawberry blackberry syrup with clover honey and a splash of watermelon juice. Stir until the outside of the glass frosts.
Top off with ginger beer. Garnish with a lime wedge.
Cantaloupe Mojito
Start to finish: about 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients:
Fresh mint leaves
1.5 oz cantaloupe juice
1 lime wedge
1/2 can Wynk Lime Seltzer
Ice
Instructions:
Place fresh mint leaves in hands and slap them twice to activate the terpenes. Put the mint leaves into a mixing glass.
Add cantaloupe juice and a lime wedge to the mixing glass. Muddle everything together.
Place a sprig of mint leaf into a separate serving glass.
Add ice to the mixing glass, cap, and shake well.
Pour Wynk Lime Seltzer into the serving glass.
Pour the contents of the mixing glass over the Wynk seltzer in the serving glass, using a double filter to catch stray mint leaves.
Garnish with a full sprig of mint.
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