Recipe: The Lady in Red Cocktail

By Notch 8 at The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Since opening in 1939, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver has hosted the who’s who of dignitaries, celebrities, state leaders and even a ghost. Over the years, there have been numerous sightings of a Lady in Red. Rumoured sightings are often on fourteenth floor as she exits the dummy elevator shafts on her way to The Roof event venue.

Available October 29 through October 31, this cocktail is crafted for those who prefer to sip spirits rather than sight them.

INGREDIENTS

Grand Marnier (.75oz)
Southern Comfort (.75oz)
Cranberry juice (2oz)
Sparkling wine
Cranberry or orange peel for garnish

DIRECTIONS 

1. Combine Grand Marnier, Southern Comfort, cranberry juice and ice into shaker.
2. Shake well and strain into a martini glass.
3. Top with sparkling wine.
4. Garnish with choice of cranberry or orange peel.