{"id":66,"date":"2023-04-04T09:10:27","date_gmt":"2023-04-04T09:10:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/?p=66"},"modified":"2023-12-18T16:07:27","modified_gmt":"2023-12-18T16:07:27","slug":"strawberry-long-island-happy-hour-is-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/strawberry-long-island-happy-hour-is-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Long Island: Happy Hour Is Here!"},"content":{"rendered":"

At the end of\u00a0a demanding\u00a0work week, wind down with a\u00a0Strawberry\u00a0Long\u00a0Island\u00a0and\u00a0a few co-workers. The\u00a0refreshing\u00a0beverage\u00a0is\u00a0fruity,\u00a0sweet,\u00a0easy to make\u00a0(so it\u2019s perfect for hosting happy hour), and a lot of\u00a0fun\u2014depending on how many you\u00a0drink.<\/p>\n

You need\u00a0gin,\u00a0tequila,\u00a0triple\u00a0sec,\u00a0white rum, vodka,\u00a0strawberry simple syrup, and citrus juice.\u00a0Store-bought strawberry syrup is fine, but\u00a0a\u00a0homemade syrup is key if you want a natural, fresher strawberry flavor.<\/p>\n

To make a homemade syrup, just toss a handful of\u00a0halved\u00a0strawberries into a saucepan\u00a0with equal parts granulated sugar and water. Then, simmer for 20 minutes,\u00a0strain, and chill\u00a0before use. It\u2019s that\u00a0simple!<\/p>\n

As for the\u00a0Strawberry Long Island, here\u2019s the recipe.<\/p>\n

Strawberry Long Island Recipe<\/h2>\n

Prep Time:<\/strong>\u00a02 minutes<\/p>\n

Yields:\u00a0<\/strong>1<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Ice cubes\r\n\r\n1-ounce gin\r\n1-ounce tequila\r\n1-ounce triple sec\r\n1-ounce white rum\r\n1-ounce vodka\r\n\r\n1-ounce strawberry simple syrup\r\n1\/2 ounce lemon juice\r\n1\/2 ounce lime juice\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFresh strawberries and lime slices for garnish<\/pre>\n<\/div>\n
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Directions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Fill a cocktail shaker\u00a0three-fourths\u00a0of the way with ice.<\/p>\n
Add gin, tequila, triple sec, white rum, vodka, strawberry simple syrup, lemon juice,\u00a0and lime juice. Shake it up!<\/p>\n
Fill a tall glass with ice. You can add a few strawberries as well.<\/p>\n
Strain the\u00a0Strawberry Long Island\u00a0into the tall glass. Garnish as desired and enjoy.<\/p>\n
Notes<\/strong><\/h3>\n
If you have a large cocktail shaker, you can make multiple Strawberry Long Islands at once.\u00a0Otherwise,\u00a0shake them up 1-2 at a time.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s Make it a Party<\/h2>\n
If you\u2019re hosting a happy hour, you may as well go all in! Check out my best tips and fun supplies to make it one to remember.<\/p>\n
Tips for the best happy hour<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Hosting a happy hour is relatively simple, but there are a few things to remember:<\/p>\n
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  1. Most importantly, there must be food! I love a good\u00a0charcuterie and cheese board<\/a>, and they are so easy to make yourself. Other ideas include\u00a0hummus and pita bread<\/a>, chips and salsa, a veggie tray, or\u00a0pizza bagel bites<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  2. Music matters. Create a play list that includes songs with an upbeat tempo to keep things light. Be sure to mix genres and styles to appeal to a broader group of people and to keep things interesting.<\/li>\n
  3. As the host, look for ways to introduce people who may not know each other and connect with guests who are shy or who aren\u2019t as comfortable in a group setting. Hosting a happy hour is such a great way to build your network and connect with people outside of the office.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n
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    Supplies that bring the fun<\/strong><\/h3>\n
    Your happy hour will be a success with drinks, food, and an inviting space. However, if you want to level up, these fun items will do the trick. Once you have decided on a signature drink, such as the Strawberry Long Island, get some matching plates and straws.<\/p>\n
    I recommend you make the small investment in some high quality wood cheese boards. They will come in handy over and over, and can make any gathering feel more classy.<\/p>\n
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    Meri Meri Dusty Pink Side Plate<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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    Pottery Barn Wood Cheese Board<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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    Biodegradable Rose Gold Straws<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
    Don\u2019t forget a beautiful floral arrangement and candles to set a warm and inviting tone for the event. I love Olive & Cocoa\u2019s unique flower arrangements.<\/p>\n
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    Olive & Cocoa Farmhouse Fleur<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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    Olive & Cocoa Bourbon Vanilla Candle<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
    Let\u2019s Do This<\/h2>\n
    Making an effort to connect with those in your life is more important now than ever. Hosting a happy hour is the perfect way to get to know your co-workers better and to show appreciation for those who help you get through the 9-5. Schedule it today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
    At the end of\u00a0a demanding\u00a0work week, wind down with a\u00a0Strawberry\u00a0Long\u00a0Island\u00a0and\u00a0a few co-workers. The\u00a0refreshing\u00a0beverage\u00a0is\u00a0fruity,\u00a0sweet,\u00a0easy to make\u00a0(so it\u2019s perfect for hosting happy hour), and a lot of\u00a0fun\u2014depending on how many you\u00a0drink. You need\u00a0gin,\u00a0tequila,\u00a0triple\u00a0sec,\u00a0white rum, vodka,\u00a0strawberry simple syrup, and citrus juice.\u00a0Store-bought strawberry syrup is fine, but\u00a0a\u00a0homemade syrup is key if you want a natural, fresher strawberry flavor. To … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":139,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=66"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":212,"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/66\/revisions\/212"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/139"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=66"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=66"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.latterly.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=66"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}