Simanim- Straight Up, With A Twist

Besides a shofar, nothing says Rosh Hashana more than a table set with colorful, seasonal simanim. But who says you have to eat them? Here is a list of simanim you can throw back, grownup style.

Spicy Bees’ Knees Hot Honey Cocktail

Sip on this spicy and sweet gin concoction while manifesting a year full of excitement and sweetness. We all want a sweet new year but spice- I’ll take a little as well.

The Autumn Apple

Applejack, apple cider, some sprigs of thyme and a garnish of a fresh apple twist. What could be more Rosh Hashana than that?. Make sure to save some of the cider for the kids’ table.

Pomegranate Tequila Coolers with Fresh Date Syrup

Use this at your Seder or maybe for one of the lunch meals. Combining two sweet simanim, this refreshing beverage ensures your enemies get cut off and that your good deeds be as numerous as the seeds of the pomegranate that yielded its delicious flavor.

Beet, Blood Orange, and Lime Slushy Virgin Margarita 

This cocktail offers some sweetness, along with some tartness for those who are looking to minimize their sugar intake or whose glycemic index is already off the charts from honey consumption. Minimal ingredients, a fun pop of color, and a show-stopping slice of blood orange over a festive salted rim provide a grown up garnish for a drink everyone can enjoy.

We hope you enjoy trying these drinks as much as we have enjoyed researching them. For those who have been shopping, cooking and preparing meals- enjoy a fun holiday treat! For those feeling the weight and seriousness of the holiday, have one, too. Maybe two. Wishing everyone a sweet, fun, adventurous, happy and healthy new year!