To set up a charcuterie happy hour, you’ll need a few things:
- A charcuterie board or platter
- A variety of meats, cheeses, and other snacks
- Some fruits and vegetables
- Dips, spreads, and sauces
- Wine, beer, or cocktails
Once you have your supplies, it’s time to start assembling your board. Here are a few tips:
- Choose a variety of meats, cheeses, and snacks. This will help to create a visually appealing and delicious spread.
- Cut the meats and cheeses into bite-sized pieces. This will make them easier to eat and share.
- Arrange the meats, cheeses, and snacks on the board in an attractive way. You can use different shapes and sizes to create a visually interesting display.
- Add some fruits and vegetables to the board for a touch of freshness.
- Don’t forget the dips, spreads, and sauces! These will help to add flavor and moisture to the meats and cheeses.
Once your board is assembled, it’s time to enjoy! Serve with your favorite drinks and let the party begin.
Here are a few ideas for meats, cheeses, and snacks to include on your charcuterie board:
- Meats: salami, prosciutto, chorizo, pepperoni, ham
- Cheeses: cheddar, brie, goat cheese, blue cheese, Parmesan
- Snacks: crackers, bread, nuts, olives, grapes, berries
- Dips, spreads, and sauces: hummus, guacamole, salsa, mustard, ranch dressing
With a little planning, you can easily create a charcuterie happy hour that everyone will enjoy. So gather your friends and family, pour some drinks, and get ready to feast!
- Mimosa: This classic brunch cocktail is made with champagne and orange juice. The sweetness of the orange juice pairs well with the bitterness of green vegetables like asparagus, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts.
- Bloody Mary: This savory cocktail is made with vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. The acidity of the tomato juice helps to cut through the richness of green vegetables like spinach, avocado, and artichoke hearts.
- Gin and Tonic: This refreshing cocktail is made with gin, tonic water, and lime juice. The light and crisp flavor of the gin goes well with the earthy taste of green vegetables like kale, chard, and collard greens.
- Mojito: This Cuban cocktail is made with rum, mint, lime juice, and sugar. The minty flavor of the mojito adds a touch of freshness to green vegetables like cucumber, celery, and zucchini.
- Vesper Martini: This James Bond-inspired cocktail is made with gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc. The dry and refreshing flavor of the Vesper Martini pairs well with green vegetables like green beans, peas, and asparagus.
No matter what your taste, there’s sure to be a cocktail out there that goes well with green vegetables. So next time you’re planning a charcuterie board, don’t forget to include a few cocktails to complement your Happy Hour
Mimosa
Ingredients:
- 3 ounces champagne
- 1 ounce orange juice
- Orange slice, for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a flute glass halfway with ice.
- Add the champagne and orange juice.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
Bloody Mary
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces vodka
- 6 ounces tomato juice
- 1 ounce Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Lime wedge, for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Add the vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, celery salt, and black pepper.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
Gin and Tonic
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces gin
- 4 ounces tonic water
- Lime wedge, for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a highball glass with ice.
- Add the gin and tonic water.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
Mojito
Ingredients:
- 2 ounces white rum
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 6 mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 3/4 ounce lime juice
- 4 ounces club soda
Instructions:
- Muddle the sugar and mint leaves in the bottom of a highball glass.
- Add the rum and lime juice.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Top with club soda.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with mint leaves.
Vesper Martini
Ingredients:
- 3 ounces gin
- 1 ounce vodka
- 1 ounce Lillet Blanc
- Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions:
- Chill a martini glass.
- Add the gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc to a shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain into the chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist.
These are just a few of the many delicious cocktails that you can make at home. So get creative and experiment with different flavors and ingredients to find your new favorite cocktail.