Blood Orange Sangria:

• 6 Blood Oranges
• 2 (750ml) Bottles of Pinot Grigio
• 1 Cup Club Soda
• 1/2 Cup Brandy
• 12 Ounces of Strawberries, Sliced
• 1 Pint of Raspberries
• 1 Apple, Chopped
• 1/2 Cup of Sugar for Glass Rimming

Preparation:

1. Zest one of the blood oranges and combine it with the sugar in a small bowl. Rub the sugar and zest together with your fingers until fragrant.
2. Juice four of the blood oranges, discarding any seeds. Chop the remaining blood oranges into pieces.
3. In a large pitcher; combine the wine, brandy, blood orange juice, club soda, apples, strawberries, raspberries and blood oranges. Stir well.
4. Place the orange sugar on a plate, then run a lemon, lime or orange slice around the rim of each glass. Dunk each glass in the sugar.
5. Fill each glass with a few ice cubes and add some of the fruit from the sangria. Pour the sangria into each glass and serve!

Resources via How Sweet It Is

Raspberry, Lime & Tequila Cocktail:

• 8 Organic Raspberries
• 1 Teaspoon of Honey
• Juice of Half a Lime
• 2 Mint Leaves
• 1 Shot of Organic Tequila
• Cold Sparkling Water

Preparation:

1. Place raspberries, honey, lime juice and mint leaves in a small measuring cup and muddle the mixture until the raspberries release their juices.
2. Strain the mixture and pour it over ice and top with your favorite tequila!

Resources via Deliciously Organic

Cake Batter Martini:

• 1 Ounce Amaretto
• 1 1/2 Ounces Pinnacle Whipped Cream Vodka
• 1 1/2 Ounces Creme De Cacao
• 1/2 Ounce Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur
• 1 Ounce Heavy Cream
• Assorted Sprinkles (Nonpareils Work Best)
• Frosting Of Your Choice

Preparation:

1. Using your finger, coat the rim of your glass with frosting – make sure not to miss any spots!
2. Dump sprinkles on a plate and press glass rim into sprinkles, pressing to adhere.
3. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake for about 30 seconds. Strain into glass and drink!

Resources via How Sweet It Is

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Indulge in the spa …

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The resort hosts a special culinary delight each summer – The Montana Long Table – where guests are seated at one long table set in the grazing pasture and socialize with the local ranchers, farmers and food artisans to explore the indigenous flavors of the region …

Another epicurean adventure is the Montana Master Chefs Food & Wine Festival held each year in September, where you can explore exquisite tastes from expert chefs.

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Mint Julep:

• 3 Fresh Mint Leaves
• 1 Tablespoon Mint Simple Syrup
• Crushed Ice
• 1 1/2 to 2 Tablespoons (1 ounce) Bourbon
• 1 (4-inch) Cocktail Straw or Coffee Stirrer
• 1 Fresh Mint Sprig
• Powdered Sugar (optional)

Preparation:

1. Place Mint Leaves and Mint Simple Syrup in a chilled julip cup.
2. Gently press leaves against cup with back of spoon to release flavors.
3. Pack cup tightly with crushed ice; pour bourbon over ice

Resources via Southern Living