Archives: March 2011

Organic Cocktail Recipe: Raspberry Greenteani

by Julie Skon
Categories: Antioxidant Cocktails, Green Tea, Organic Cocktail Recipes, Raspberry Cocktail, Raspberry Greenteani, Vodka Cocktails
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Published on: March 29, 2011

“Raspberry Greenteani” Organic Cocktail

Ravishing to look at and fantastically subtly sweet to taste, the organic “Raspberry Greenteani” is remarkably unique and surprisingly easy to make.

Raspberry Greenteani (serves 1)

2 ounces Organic Green Tea infused Vodka (see recipe below)

10 Organic Raspsperries

1 ounce Organic Simple Syrup

Tools Needed: Cocktail Shaker, Muddler, Strainer, Martini Pick (for garnish)

To Prepare the Organic Green Tea infused Vodka: Pour 8 ounces of Organic Vodka into a glass with 1 bag of organic green tea. Cover and let sit in a refrigerator for 4 hours. (This infusion will make enough for 4 “Raspberry Greenteani’s”)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To prepare the Organic Simple Syrup : Pour 1 cup of water and 1 cup of Organic Sugar into a sauce pan. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove from heat and let cool. To store, cover and refrigerate.

To make the Organic Raspberry Greenteani: Add about 7 Organic Raspberries to a cocktail shaker and muddle very well. Fill the cocktail shaker about half way with ice. Pour 2 ounces of Organic Green Tea infused Vodka and 1 ounce of Organic Simple Syrup over the ice. Cover and Shake for 30 seconds. Strain and pour the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish with 3 Organic Raspberries on a Martini Pick.

Enjoy!

Health Benefits: Organic Raspberries and Organic Green Tea are both powerful antioxidants that help reduce the risk of cancer and are excellent natural sources of essential vitamins and nutrients.

Organic Benefit: Non-organic Raspberries are subjected to pesticide and anti-fungal residues, to avoid these harmful chemicals, buying organic is essential.

Serving Suggestions: The perfect aperitif, wonderful for a wedding shower, or make for those sweet occasions when simple tea just won’t do.

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Organic Cocktail Recipe: Fresh Berry Rumtini

by Julie Skon
Categories: Antioxidant Cocktails, Blackberry Cocktails, Blueberry Cocktail, Fresh Berry Rumtini, Lime Cocktails, Organic Cocktail Recipes, Raspberry Cocktail, Rum Cocktails, Strawberry Cocktails
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Published on: March 23, 2011

“Fresh Berry Rumtini” Organic Cocktail Recipe

Luscious, sweet and smooth, the Fresh Berry Rumtini organic cocktail makes antioxidants amazingly sexy! Loaded with the nutrients and flavor of pure, organic berries, topped off with a warming and mellow rum, this martini could be called “a little slice of heaven”.
Fresh Berry Rumtini (serves 1)

2 ounces Organic Rum*

6 Organic Strawberries (med.)

6 Organic Blackberries

6 Organic Raspberries

20 Organic Blueberries

1/2 Organic Lime

1 ounce Organic Simple Syrup

lime wheel for garnish

Tools Needed: Juicer*, Cocktail Shaker, Strainer

To prepare the Organic Simple Syrup: Pour 1/3 cup of water and 1/3 cup of Organic Sugar into a sauce pan. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove from heat and let cool.

To make the Fresh Berry Rumtini: Get out that juicer and juice all of the berries together (if you don’t have a juicer, see alternative recipe below). Pour the berry juice into a cocktail shaker and add about 1 cup of ice. Pour 2 ounces of Organic Rum, 1 ounce of Organic Simple Syrup, and squeeze the juice of 1/2 Organic Lime, over the ice. Cover and  shake well. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass.

Garnish with a lime wheel.

Enjoy!

*Juicer Alternative: If you don’t have a juicer, you can still enjoy this cocktail, but will be missing out slightly on the full health benefits that juiced berries provide. To make the Fresh Berry Rumtini without a juicer: Place all of the berries into a cocktail shaker. Muddle the berries well enough (or use the bottom of a spoon) to release all of the juice from the berries. Add about 1 cup of ice to the shaker. Pour 2 ounces of Organic Rum, 1 ounce of Organic Simple Syrup, and squeeze the juice of 1/2 organic Lime, over the ice. Cover and  shake well. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.

Health Benefits: Organic Berries are amazingly powerful antioxidants and contain many vitamins and nutrients wonderful for both mind and body!

Organic Benefit: Non-organic berries are absolutely covered in harmful pesticides and grown with chemical fertilizers, so selecting organic berries is essential to your health.

Serving Suggestions: The Fresh Berry Rumtini is a sweet cocktail with a tropical flare and has a beautiful color that “pops” at any party or table. If you are making for a cocktail party, juice the berries just prior to guest arrival and store covered in the refrigerator so you have plenty, guests will want more than one!

To see all Organic Cocktail Recipes by Organic Fit Bar Click Here

*The Fresh Berry Rumtini is an Organic Fit Bar original cocktail recipes*




Organic Blueberries: A Beautiful and Bountiful Super-Food

by Julie Skon
Categories: Blueberry
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Published on: March 22, 2011

ORGANIC BLUEBERRIES

Blueberries contain so many wonderful health benefits and nutritional elements, it is no wonder why they are considered one of the ultimate “Super Foods”. In fact, studies have shown that when compared to over sixty other fruits and vegetables, blueberries ranked the highest in antioxidant properties! Feeling a little under the weather or need a little pick-me-up? Grab some organic blueberries, asap!

Health and Nutritional Benefits of Organic Blueberries: Blueberries are great for both the mind and body. Just like Blood Oranges, Blueberries contain the extremely powerful antioxidant anthocyanidins. In fact, it is this powerful antioxidant that may be the reason why blueberries have shown to be so effective against Alzheimers Disease and are also cancer preventatives. Additionally, Blueberries contain many essential nutrients, including: Vitamin C, healthy dietary Fibers, Manganese, Riboflavin and Vitamin E. Studies performed on the health benefits of Blueberries have shown that Blueberries help to improve vision and macular degeneration as well as  protect against varicose veins, hemorrhoids, digestion problems, and urinary tract infections. In addition, blueberries are even known to be great stomach fat-fighters!

When to buy: Early summer – mid-summer. Select organic Blueberries that are plump and full of color. Blueberries can develop mold quickly, so make sure they do not have water on them and are mold-free with no soft spots.

The Organic Choice: Blueberries are not a fruit that typically gets attacked by pests, but many non-organic farmers will still use chemical fertilizers to help them grow. Chemical fertilizers are connected with an increase in cancer incidences, neurological problems, and many more health issues. It is always beneficial for health to purchase organic produce, and blueberries are no exception to this rule.

Organic Cocktails Recipes: Blueberry Eco-Mojito, Fresh Berry Rumtini

Organic Limes: Luscious and Loaded with Lots of nutrition

by Julie Skon
Categories: Lime
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Published on: March 21, 2011

ORGANIC LIMES

Similar to Lemons, organic limes are an excellent source of important vitamins and have wonderful health benefits. A little squeeze goes a long way, so add organic limes to your drinks or meal and enjoy the upgrade of both taste and nutrients.

Nutritional Elements of Organic Limes: Limes are great for health for many reasons. To start, limes are excellent sources of Vitamin C as well as Citric Acid, both of which are natural fat-burners. Limes also contain Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Potassium, flavonoids as well as Limonene, studies of which have shown to have wonderful anti-cancer properties. In addition, organic limes have an amazing natural antibiotic effect. In fact, lime juice has shown to help protect people against cholera during dangerous outbreaks.

When to buy: Year-round, but limes are in abundance in mid-spring to late fall. Select limes that are full of green color, without scratches or bruises and feel heavy in your hand.

The Organic Choice: Like all citrus, non-organic limes contain extremely high levels of trace pesticides on their rind and skin, so buying organic limes is necessary in order to protect your body from the harm these chemicals can do.

Organic Cocktails Recipes: Blood Orange Margarita, Eco-Mojito, Fresh Berry Rumtini, The Sizzling Grape

Organic Cocktail Recipe: Eco-Mojito

by Julie Skon
Categories: Eco-Mojito, Lime Cocktails, Organic Cocktail Recipes, Rum Cocktails
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Published on: March 16, 2011

“Eco-Mojito” Organic Cocktail Recipe

Eco-Mojito

Smooth, Sexy, Sweet and Sensational, the Eco-Mojito is made with 100% organic ingredients. This cocktail is refreshing with a wonderful calming effect, perfect for any occasion!

Eco-Mojito (serves 1)

2 ounces Organic Rum*

10-12 organic Mint Sprigs

1 organic Lime

1 ounce Organic Simple Syrup

1 tsp. organic sugar

1/3 cup soda water

Mint Sprig and lime wheel for garnish

Tools Needed: Cocktail Shaker, Muddler

First, prepare the Organic Simple Syrup: Pour 1/3 cup of water and 1/3 cup of Organic Sugar into a sauce pan. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove from heat and let cool.

To make the Eco-Mojito: Slice the lime into quarter pieces. Place 6 quarters of lime, 1 tsp. of granulated organic sugar and mint sprigs (break the mint into pieces first to release the most flavor) into the cocktail shaker. Muddle the ingredients together very well. Add approx. 1 cup of ice to the shaker. Pour 1 ounce organic simple syrup and 2 ounces of Organic Rum over the ice. Cover and Shake Well. Pour all of the contents into a tall glass. Top off with soda water.

Garnish with a lime wheel, mint sprig and serve with a straw.

Enjoy!

Health Benefits: Organic mint has a natural calming effect and relieving stress is great for everyone’s health! Additionally, mint is wonderful for digestion and also contains Vitamin A, Vitamin C and manganese.

*Organic Rum: It is difficult to find producers of truly organic rum, but Crusoe Rum is an outstanding rum made with organic molasses and pure, fair-trade sugarcane. In addition, for every bottle sold, 1 month of clean water is provided to people in need around the world! For more on Crusoe Rum, click here.

Serving Suggestions: The flavor of mint and this delicious mojito is wonderful whether your are in the tropics, or just dreaming of being there! Guests will want more than one, so stock up on mint and get a friend to help you muddle (your arms will get a nice workout if you are making for a group)!

Eco-Mojito Alternative: Want to step up the antioxidant level of this cocktail and add a little extra flavor? Try the Blueberry Eco-Mojito! To make, just add 1/4 cup of blueberries to the cocktail muddler after you have muddled the mint, sugar and lime together. Muddle the blueberries enough to release the juice and break apart the blueberries. Then, continue with the recipe above. Cheers!

 

 

To see all Organic Cocktail Recipes by Organic Fit Bar Click Here

*The Eco-Mojito and Blueberry Eco-Mojito are Organic Fit Bar original cocktail recipes*

Organic Cocktail Recipe: “Plant A Tree Lemontini”

by Julie Skon
Categories: Antioxidant Cocktails, Fat Burning Cocktails, Lemon Cocktails, Organic Cocktail Recipes, Plant a Tree Lemontini
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Published on: March 14, 2011

“Plant A Tree Lemontini” Organic Cocktail Recipe


Not only is this organic drink fat-burning, a nice antioxidant and SUPER tasty, but by drinking it, you erase your carbon footprint for the day! Even better? Throw a party and for every bottle of Organic Tru vodka that is purchased, a tree is planted in the Rain Forest of Central America!

Plant a Tree Lemontini (serves 1)

1 Organic Lemon

1 ounce Organic Simple Syrup

2 ounces Tru Organic Vodka

Organic Sugar for the rim of the martini glass

Mint Sprig for garnish

Tools Needed: Cocktail Shaker, Muddler, Cocktail Strainer

First, prepare the Organic Simple Syrup: Pour 1/3 cup of water and 1/3 cup of Organic Sugar into a sauce pan. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove from heat and let cool.

To make: Squeeze the juice of one medium size Organic Lemon into a cocktail shaker. Add 1 ounce Organic Simple Syrup. Add about 1 cup of ice to the shaker and pour 2 ounces of TRU Vodka over the ice. Cover and shake vigorously. Strain the contents into a martini glass.

*A nice touch is to add organic sugar along the rim of the martini glass. To do this, rub a lemon slice around the rim to “wet” it, then dip the glass into the organic sugar on a flat plate or surface.

Garnish with a mint sprig and lemon slice.

Enjoy!

Organic Fit Bar Elements: Lemon juice is a natural fat-burner and also high in vitamin C, which is great for your immune system. If you own a juicer, it is wonderful to peel the lemon and juice it. Within the white spongy skin of lemons is limonene, studies of which have shown to have amazing anti-cancer properties.

TRU Vodka: TRU vodka is an exceptionally “green” company. From start, to finish, they take steps which make them “the worlds most carbon negative product” (not to mention their vodka and spirits are also exceptionally delicious)! For more on this awesomely green company, please visit out in-depth review of TRU Vodka.

Serving Suggestions: Throwing an eco-friendly soiree or green wedding? This cocktail is refreshing, light and the more bottles of TRU that are purchased, the more trees that are planted. It’s a win-win situation!

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*This is an Organic Fit Bar original recipe*

Organic Lemons: Low-calorie with Lovely nutritional benefits

by Julie Skon
Categories: Lemon
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Published on: March 13, 2011

ORGANIC LEMONS

Lemons should be used for much more than just a cute little decoration on the side of a glass. To start, lemon juice is high in Vitamin C (which is great for the immune system), they are low in calories as well as contain have many essential vitamins and nutrients. So, a squeeze of lemon in your drink is a good start to getting nutritional elements, but to get all of the nutritional benefits, buy a juicer and add that juice to your water or cocktail instead!

 

Nutritional Elements of Organic Lemons: Lemons have been known for centuries to be natural fat-burners and are nice antioxidants, as they are a great source of Vitamin C, Potassium, Folic Acid, and Flavonoids. The white, soft portion of the skin of lemons contains a very important substance called limonene, studies of which have shown to have wonderful anti-cancer properties. In addition, lemon juice has been shown to dissolve kidney stones and aid in digestion along with reducing water retention and even helps remove nasty toxins from the body.

When to buy: Year-round. Select lemons that are full of a deep yellow color and feel heavy in your hand. Avoid lemons that are very hard or are shriveled.

The Organic Choice: Like other citrus fruits, lemons are on the “must buy organic” list. Pesticides and harsh chemicals are sprayed all over non-organic citrus fruits, all of which, can be potentially very harmful to your health. The Organic Choice is especially important in you are going to use a juicer (the best way to get all of the nutritional elements of lemons) because the majority of the chemicals end up withiin the rind of the fruit.

Organic Cocktails Recipes: Organic Blackberry Lemonade Vodka, Plant a Tree Lemontini

Organic Strawberries: Sweet, Sensual and SO good for you

by Julie Skon
Categories: Strawberry
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Published on: March 11, 2011

Organic Strawberries

Organic Strawberries are not just pretty little fruits to decorate a drink, they are packed full of dense nutrition! Natural fat burners and antioxidants, strawberries contains the vitamins and minerals our bodies love, helping fight inflammation and reduce the risk of cancer, asthma, and more! So, eat up, drink up, whatever…just enjoy!

Fit Facts: Organic Strawberries are a nutritious wonder of the world…seriously. They are super antioxidants that help turn on your fat burning metabolism. Strawberries are a good source of Vitamin C and Potassium along with healthy dietary fibre and plenty of minerals including Manganese, Pantothetic Acid, Vitamin B, Iodine, Folic Acid, Biotin and Vitamin B6. Organic Strawberries naturally help to reduce inflammation and fight the risk of cancer, hearth disease and asthma.

When to buy: Early Summer, June is the best month for organic strawberries. Select organic strawberries that are plump and full of color, without mold or soft spots.

The Organic Choice: Strawberries are sprayed with the most chemicals of any berries to the point that farm workers on non-organic farms nicknamed them the “devil’s fruit”, not just because of the difficult task of picking them, but because of the health problems associated with being surrounded by the harsh chemicals and pesticides used to grow them. Choosing organic strawberries is essential to health and even more good news is that the organic varieties of strawberries taste the best!

Organic Cocktails Recipes: Fresh Berry Rumtini, Strawberry Appletini


Organic Grapefruit: Fat-Burning, Low Calorie, Pure Deliciousness

by Julie Skon
Categories: Grapefruit
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Published on: March 11, 2011

Organic Grapefruit


Let’s get this straight…Organic Grapefruits help with weight loss, are low in calories, have been shown to prevent breast cancer, help regulate dangerous blood levels which cause heart disease, and are full of essential vitamins and nutrition? Well then…Organic Grapefruits, it is!

Health Benefits: Organic Grapefruits have incredible effects on health. In fact, studies have shown that if eaten before a meal, organic grapefruits help in weight loss and increase metabolism. They also help to stabilize both high and low hematocrit levels, a blood condition leading to heart disease and anemia. Even more, studies have shown that organic grapefruits regulate estrogen levels in women which decreases the risk of breast cancer. And…let’s not forget they also lower cholesterol, help fight cancers, and even help prevent macular degernation!

Nutritional Benefits: Organic Grapefruits contain many important vitamins and minerals, including: Pectin, water-soluble Fibers, Vitamins K, Vitamin C, they are a rich source of Flavonoids, contain plenty of Phytochemials as well as Folic Acid.

When to buy: Organic Grapefruits are available year round, but are the best in late fall – winter. Select grapefruits that feel heavy and have a “sponge” effect to touch. Avoid any grapefruits with discolored skin or bruises near the base.

The Organic Choice: Like other citrus, grapefruits are coated with harmful and dangerous chemicals, so selecting organic is essential!

Organic Cocktails made with Organic Grapefruit: The Grapple

Organic Apples: from Sweet to Tart and SO good for you

by Julie Skon
Categories: Apple
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Published on: March 10, 2011

APPLES

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is a true statement! Studies have shown that people who eat at least 2 apples a week show a significant less chance of developing certain cancers as well as a decreased risk of heart disease. Apples are delicious and there are many varieties, ranging in color and taste, so pick your favorites and indulge! Your body will thank you.

Fit Facts: Organic apples have many nutritious qualities, as long as you leave the skin on! The majority of the fit benefits of apples, including ellagic Acid which has anticancer properties, pectin which aids in digestion and eliminates toxins, fiber, vitamin C, Potassium and other flavonoids, are all found in the skin. When the skin is removed or the juice is bottled, the health benefits go down to almost zero. So, leave the skin on and enjoy not only just a decreased heart disease risk and the anti-cancer properties, but eating organic apples has been found to decrease risk for type 2 diabetes and asthma and are antiviral as well. So, eat up and watch those doctor visits diminish.

When to buy: Late Summer – early Winter. Apples are usually available year round and are refrigerated or flown in from around the world when out of season. Select organic apples that are firm and crisp and full of color, avoiding those with bruises or cuts.

The Organic Choice: It is very important for your health to eat organic apples. Non-organic apples are treated with extremely harmful chemicals and are even often covered in wax to preserve them longer and make them “look” fresh.

Organic Cocktails Recipes: Organic Strawberry Appletini

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