| Save the Earth One Sip at a Time with Organic HelloCello Limoncello di Sonoma |
| (Sonoma, CA –April 14, 2010) — Celebrate Earth Day and toast Mother Nature with a fresh springtime cocktail made with HelloCello Limoncello di Sonoma. Handcrafted with local organic ingredients, this new beverage is the perfect way to enjoy the gifts that nature has given us, whether it is served alone and chilled, or mixed into a vibrant spring cocktail.
Fred and Amy Groth, the founders of HelloCello and producers of Limoncello di Sonoma note that most Limoncellos available in the United States have traveled more than 7,000 miles to reach consumers in Northern California. That amounts to 70 times more CO2 emissions released into the air, equivalent to .7 metric tons. The consumption of organic foods and beverages has been proven to have a positive impact on health and the environment. HelloCello uses the best organic ingredients grown at select vineyards, local farms and orchards in Northern California. The company is an environmentally responsible business that believes in supporting local farms and producers, dedicated to zero waste, and is a carbon neutral producer. Reducing our impact on the environment can be done by changing everyday habits, like choosing local food and beverages, even for cocktails. Here are a few ideas from local mixologists who celebrate Earth Day and protect our environment one drink at a time!
1 oz. HelloCello Limoncello di Sonoma Muddle basil leaves and strawberry in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add ice, and all ingredients except soda water. Shack vigorously and pour into a rocks glass. Top with soda water. Cucumber LimonCelloJito 3 lemon basil leaves Muddle lemon basil and lemon cucumber with a few ice cubes in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add Limoncello di Sonoma, rum and additional ice. Shake and pour into a highball glass. Garnish with cucumber and basil. Limoncello Tea 4 oz. freshly brewed tea, preferably from a local company like Taylor Made, The Republic of Tea or Peet’s Combine brewed tea and add agave nectar. Let cool. In a large glass with ice, combine tea and Limoncello. Top with club soda and garnish with a mint sprig. |
