The Protector by Jodi Ellen Malpas

Trumpian father figure, super model nepo baby, British redneck and a naked treasure hunt with a picnic at the end. If you thought we were done there, think again! There are more side plots between these pages than garnishes in a bloody mary. 

Signature Cocktail: The Spicey Independent



Ingredients: 

1 1/2 parts Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey

1/2 part fresh lemon juice

3/4 part simple syrup

7 blackberries

7 fresh mint leaves

2-3 parts sparkling wine

Muddle 6 blackberries and 6 mint leaves in a shaker with 1/4 part simple syrup. In the mixing glass, combine the bourbon, lemon juice and remaining simple syrup then add to the blackberries and mint leaves. Add ice and shake that baby up. Double strain into a Collins glass with fresh crushed ice. Top off with sparkling wine and garnish with your remaining mint leaf and blackberry.