There are at least two great things about drinking vodka on Valentine's Day. For one, if you started off the night single, a couple of glasses of Kanon will give you all the social lubrication you need to strike up a conversation with that hot somebody at the bar. Or scenario B – after a few glasses of Kanon, you just won't give a damn whether you're single or not. Both great ways to go if you ask us. So if you're all about having a good time, even on what is potentially the loneliest day of the year, start it off right with our St. Valentine's cocktail. If attached, it's also a great way to impress your significant other – the key trick at hand being the rose petal garnish. Trust us on this one.
2 1⁄2 parts kanon
3 strawberries - cored
1 celery leaf (size of a thumb)
splash lime juice
Muddle, strain, serve up in a martini glass. Garnish with rose petals.
Created by Paul Johnson at 2E Lounge at the Pierre Hotel
