Sip Like a Gilmore Girl with the Rory Cocktail

Frank Family Vineyards is taking you on a trip from Napa Valley to Stars Hollow, just in time for your Fall rewatch. The Rory Cocktail captures the charm and sweetness of Rory Gilmore herself—delicate, playful, and effortlessly chic. Featured in Season 6, Episode 7, “Twenty-One is the Loneliest Number,” this blushing pink drink captures the elegance and whimsy of Rory’s 21st birthday celebration. Sweet yet sophisticated, it’s perfect for toasting with friends, sipping during a Gilmore marathon, or adding a little sparkle to any occasion. Because, like Rory herself, it’s equal parts grace, curiosity, and quiet confidence.

Ingredients

2 OuncesChilled pineapple vodka
1/4 TeaspoonGrenadine
4 1/2 OuncesFrank Family Vineyards Blanc de Blancs
2 TablespoonsGranulated white sugar
2 DropsPink food coloring

Instructions: Pink Sugar

  1. Put the sugar in a ziplock bag and add 2-3 drops of pink coloring. Seal the bag and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds. Remove any lumps of food colouring left behind.

Instructions: Cocktail

  1. Run a piece of pineapple (or lemon wedge if you have no pineapple pieces) around the rim of your martini glasses. Spread the pink sugar out on a small plate and dip the rims of the glasses to coat.
  2. Add the pineapple vodka and grenadine to a cocktail shaker and give it a couple of shakes. Pour into martini glasses.
  3. Top up with Blanc de Blancs.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy!