Whether your Valentine’s Day plans include a girls’ night in, a romantic candlelit dinner for two or a sappy-movie marathon, a festive libation will make a lovely addition. We asked our trusted bartender, Shane, to recommend a cocktail that captures the spirit of this special occasion. His pick is a pretty pink-and-red cocktail that’s easy to love: the Cherub’s Cup. Read on for the recipe!

CHERUB’S CUP
Ingredients:
- 1 part St. Germain elderflower liqueur
- 2 parts vodka or gin
- ¾ part fresh lemon juice
- 1 part muddled strawberries (plus extra for garnish)
- Brut rosé sparkling wine or champagne (we used Mumm Napa)
Bartender’s tip:
Like your sips sweet?
Add ¼ part simple syrup or sub lemonade for the lemon juice.
Like your sips sweet?
Add ¼ part simple syrup or sub lemonade for the lemon juice.
Directions:
- Add chopped strawberries to a cocktail shaker and muddle.
- Fill the shaker halfway with ice.
- Add all ingredients — except for the brut rosé — and shake vigorously until chilled.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with a splash of your brut rosé of choice.
- Garnish with a strawberry, serve and enjoy.
Cheers!

The perfect complement to your cocktail: a little chocolate from your local shop. Thank you, DeBrand Fine Chocolates, for helping us celebrate!





















Although there is still snow on the ground, the New Year often ushers in a longing for spring that we can’t quite shake. The desire for brighter colors and sunnier days has already begun, so we decided to give you an exclusive sneak peek of our new spring patterns. Available to shop on January 12, the Havana Rose Collection features not one, but three new patterns: Havana Rose, Havana Dots and Havana Hothouse. Comprised of bright tones juxtaposed on a dark background, the collection is inspired by classic Cuban rose motifs, Havana architecture and romance. We think Havana Rose is just the thing your wardrobe needs to transition you into the spring months.





Welcome to Fort Wayne, Indiana, where the Vera Bradley headquarters was founded and resides today. While it may seem like an unusual location for a fashion brand, we thrive in this Midwest city where our roots are strong. With each post in this Word on the Street series, we’ll show you our favorite hot spots, share secrets only the locals know and give you a glimpse into the hometown of Vera Bradley Designs. First stop: the coffee shop!




