Van Gogh Vodka, the highly acclaimed and colorful collection of smooth, unflavored and bold flavored vodkas with remarkable tastes and aromas, and Little Black Dress Wines, the California wines known for their fruit-forward aromas, impeccable sense of balance and versatility, collaborated on several recipes. (loook for two more on this blog next week!)

Vineyard Raspberry Sangria

1 oz. Van Gogh Raspberry vodka

1 oz. Little Black Dress Chardonnay

1 fresh basil leaf

1/2 oz. fresh orange juice

1/2 oz. pomegranate juice

METHOD: Muddle the basil leaf in the bottom of a large wine glass.  Add remaining ingredients directly to wine glass with ice and stir briefly.

GARNISH: orange wheel, floating raspberries and basil leaf.

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Winter’s Thaw Cooler

2 oz. Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry vodka

2 oz. Little Black Dress Pinot Noir

5 raspberries

1 1/2 oz. good quality lemonade

2 oz. club soda

METHOD: Shake all ingredients except for club soda.  Strain over ice into a tall glass.  Top with club soda.  Stir briefly.

GARNISH: mint sprig and raspberries