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Just Jan’s Sangria 1 bottle fruity red wine 4 oz. vodka (or brandy) 1/4 c. Just Jan’s Seedless Raspberry Spread 1/4  c. Just Jan’s Tangerine Marmalade 1 c. sliced citrus (meyer lemon, orange, lime, lemon) Juice of a whole orange Juice of a lime ice splash of mineral water or club soda In a pitcher combine the red wine, vodka (or brandy) Just Jan’s Seedless Raspberry Spread, Just Jan’s Tangerine Marmalade, orange juice, lime juice.  Chill until the flavors are melded.  (4 to 8 hours)  Serve in an ice filled glass with a splash of fizzy water.

Tangerine Basil Cocktail 4 to 5 basil leaves  (you could use mint, cilantro or even thyme) 1 Tbsp. Just Jan’s Tangerine Marmalade 1 Tbsp. simple syrup juice of 1/2 lime 2 oz. rum ice splash of club soda Muddle the basil leaves, simple syrup, marmalade, and lime juice together.  Add rum and fill the glass with ice and top off with a splash of club soda.  Use a long handled spoon and stir.  Garnish with a citrus slice.

Strawberry Rhubarb Collins 2 oz. vodka or gin 1 oz. *rhubarb simple syrup 1 Tbsp. Just Jan’s Organic Strawberry Spread juice of 1/2 lemon or lime Splash of club soda In a shaker combine the vodka, simple syrup, Just Jan’s Organic Strawberry Spread and lemon or lime juice.  Shake until well combined.  Pour into a glass and add ice. *Rhubarb Simple Syrup: makes about 1 cup   4 c. chopped rhubarb 1 c. sugar 1 c. water Combine the rhubarb, sugar, and water in sauce pan and bring to a boil.  Lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the rhubarb is soft and the liquid has thickened slightly.  About 20 min. Set a mesh strainer over a bowl....

Want to change it up a bit with a touch of a savory taste.  The sweet/sour ratio is just right and adds that special something. Strawberry Basil Gin and Tonic 2 Tbsp. Just Jan’s Organic Strawberry Spread 1/2 tsp. balsamic vinegar pinch of pink salt grind of fresh black pepper 3 basil leaves 1 Tbsp. of simple syrup 1/2 oz. Gin (or vodka) 1 tsp sugar or simple syrup to taste (optional) tonic water lots of ice Mix the Just Jan’s Organic Strawberry Spread with the balsamic vinegar, and black pepper.  Muddle the basil leaves and sliced strawberries in a glass.  For added sweetness add a tsp. of sugar or simple syrup.  Add the Strawberry Spread mixture.  Pour in Gin...

A gin and tonic, the quintessential summertime drink.  Let’s give it a frosty new twist with Just Jan’ Organic Strawberry Spread.  An icy fun cocktail your friends will love you to serve them on a sunny patio day. Strawberry Gin and Tonic 2 Tbsp. Just Jan’s Organic Strawberry Spread 2 to 3 sliced strawberries juice of 1/2 lime 1 tsp. sugar or simple syrup to taste (optional) Muddle together in a tall glass. Add 1 1/2 oz. Gin (vodka if you like) Tonic water and lots of ice.  Garnish with a lime or a strawberry