Starry Night

By Jeff West


 

 
 


“Starry, starry night
flaming flowers that brightly blaze
swirling clouds in violet haze reflect in
Vincent's eyes of China blue….”

My first exposure to Van Gogh was Don McLean. The singer/composer of the 70s classic “American Pie” also recorded a homage to Van Gogh called “Vincent” that celebrated one of the artist’s most famous works “Starry Night.” I was inspired to find the painting and the artist and to learn about his career and the incredible body of work he created in a short time.

Because of that recollection, I was especially interested in sampling a new cocktail inspired by that haunting painting. The makers of Van Gogh vodka have created the cocktail in celebration of the anniversary of his 156th birthday and they’ve achieved an elegant libation.

The expertly crafted and naturally infused berry fruit flavors from the Acai-Blueberry Vodka paired with sparkling rose create a refreshing cocktail that is truly a work of art in flavor and appearance. The vivid purple hue from the Acai-Blueberry Vodka is illuminated by stars from the delicate sandy pink sparkler, making the cocktail a true homage to the painting.

Starry Night

4 oz. Sparkling Rose
1 oz. Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry Vodka

Pour chilled Van Gogh Acai-Blueberry vodka into a flute. Top with sparkling rose wine and garnish with a starfruit.

Mix the cocktail, grab a coffee table art book of Van Gogh paintings, and put Don Maclean on the turntable—or mp3 player. It’s a great way to remember a great artist.

 


Jeff West, a Dallas-based consultant, has had a varied career including executive leadership of theaters and museums. His primary focus is real estate development, but he can always make time for a well-mixed cocktail. He has a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Theater from the University of Alabama. He can be contacted at jeff@jeffwestconsulting.com

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