The Patriot-tini - 4th of the July Celebratory Libation

Anyone who follows my Instagram account knows I am a huge patriot, a strong believer in American values and an avid supporter of troops and all they sacrifice to ensure our freedoms; as several of my close family members have served or are currently serving. Independence Day is indeed not just a tradition but a true celebration in my life and without a doubt, we celebrate big with family, barbecue and even though I stay on the healthy side of celebrations, I refuse to have a 4th of July pass without having one Patriot-tini and a slice of my American Flag Cake.  This libation is so festive and delicious, it's impossible not to get inspired and into the spirit of this important holiday!
Update: As it turns out we have the New England Patriots playing in Superbowl LI 2017, so this libation works perfect for a team-themed libation and pairs well with my Posh Super Bowl Menu!  And if you're rooting for the other team, check out the Falcons-tini here.

Ingredients
2 parts vodka
1 part Curacao
1/2 part - approximately 2 tbsp. grenadine
ice
whipped cream
Optional rim garnish:
Red, white and blue sprinkles
Red, white and blue icing

1. Empty approximately 1 tbsp. of each of the colored sprinkles onto a flat plate and mix together.
2. Decorate the rim of your martini glass in third sections with each color of icing.
3. Roll the martini glass on its rim through the sprinkles where you put the icing to stick the sprinkles to the rim.
4. Add vodka, Curacao and ice into a martini shaker and shake vigorously.
5. Pour into the martini glass.
6. Place a spoon at the edge of the martini glass, up side down and slowly pour the grenadine over the spoon into the glass (this creates the layered effect) and the grenadine will sink to the bottom of the glass.
7. Top with a spiral of whipped cream (from the can) and sprinkle with red and blue sprinkles...Enjoy!

Please drink responsibly...and Here's to America!