I do infusions a few times a year, typically simple things like a bourbon with spices + orange zest or a limoncello. These things take time, but are very low on prep/active time: you pretty much just put everything in a jar and let it sit for a few weeks.

A few months ago I was inspired to try out a blueberry infused bourbon (inspiration came in the form of a blueberry basil bourbon donut from Blue Star in Portland). I used dried blueberries for their concentration of flavor and sugars. I used ¼ cup of fruit per 16 oz bourbon. I usually let everything hang out together in a jar and mingle for a full week before taking my first taste test. For this infusion, I let everything commingle for a full 4 weeks. The bourbon will get a nice, dark color very very quickly – but don’t be tempted! It’s not ready until your taste buds (not your eyes) tell you it’s ready. Once you are happy with the flavor, just strain through a coffee filter and funnel into your container of choice.

For the cocktail:
2 oz blueberry infused bourbon
½ oz lemon juice
½ oz simple syrup
1 egg white
Soda or Mineral Water to finish, if desired

Combine bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white in shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for a full minute. Strain in cocktail glass, top with fizzy water if desired. Garnish with desired herb. Drink and think about summer :-)

Wearing Vivetta trousers, Everlane Tee, Oscar de la Renta earrings, and Bite lipstick.

I purchased these baggy slacks from Imogene + Willie under a spell almost two years ago. Being a ‘skinny jeans and oversized top’ kind of gal, they don’t entirely fit my wardrobe. And I also had zero outfits planned out for them when I pulled the trigger. Scary!

Now that I’ve trialed them a few times, I’ve come to the completely counterintuitive realization that the best way to balance out a slouchy trouser is with a boxy top. Who would’ve thought!

I opt for a top whose hem sits at the low hip or higher – a little crop is super cute with this style! If the hem of my shirt is hitting below the low-hip, then I’ll usually try to tuck it in a bit in the front. If you opt to go sleeveless with this style pant, then I recommend a square or u-neck neckline with a more delicate strap.

I sometimes worry that I’ll look tomboyish when I wear these, which is not a look that this haircut can pull off! So I try to keep my shoes and jewelry more ladylike. While these sandals do have a substantial, chunky heel, I also think the thin toe and ankle straps counterbalance for an overall feminine look.

OUTFIT DETAILS – Top: Everlane; Lips: NARS Roman Holiday; Necklace: J Crew; Pants: Imogene + Willie (old); Shoes: Opening Ceremony (old); Bracelet: JCrew; Rings: Jewelming X Luv AJ; Nails: OPI Berlin There Done That