Summer in a Glass

XUXU fresh strawberry purée with vodka from Germany is pure summer in a glass.  A favorite warm-weather tradition in Germany, this strawberry concoction from the spirits house of Underberg is perfect as a cocktail base (think tequila, rum or champagne cocktails) or over ice cream for a delicious finale to an alfresco dinner or BBQ.   An added advantage: strawberries are loaded with antioxidants.  Recent research suggests that alcohol can actually enhance the nutritional benefits of strawberries—so drinking a few daiquiris in moderation actually may be good for you.

With its fruitiness and versatility, XUXU is a must have for the home bar. Currently available at select retail stores and on-premise locations in the New York Tri-State area, XUXU will be rolled out to additional US markets in summer 2007.

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The Rhube
Created by New York mixologist Allen Katz,
host of Martha Stewart Living Radio's "Cocktail Hour"

2 oz XUXU
1 oz Gran Centenario Reposado
½ oz Fresh Lime Juice
½ oz Simple Syrup

Shake ingredients over ice and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Top with a splash of house-made rhubarb soda. Garnish with a fanned strawberry.

Rhubarb Soda:
Combine 6 cups chopped rhubarb stalks with 1 ½ cups of sugar and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Strain the syrup and refrigerate (for up to one week). Makes 20 oz.   Combine equal parts rhubarb syrup with chilled club soda for Rhubarb Soda.

Dessert
It's too hot for heavy desserts, but you have craving for something cool and flavorful. Just pour ice cold XUXU over your favorite ice cream or cheesecake.

Edited by Patricia D. Sherman

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