I may have a slight obsession with port, which does go back before my visit to the wonderful region, but was certainly reaffirmed during my time there. It’s amazing to sip after a great meal, or any time really, but obviously it also makes a great modifier in cocktails.

See below for four easy Port cocktails to make: perfect for an appetizer or sipping after dinner.

Photo: Natalie Migliorini

White Port and Tonic

Recipe:

• 2 ounces Fonseca Porto Siroco
• top with Tonic Water

Method:

1. Add all ingredients to highball glass with ice
2. Stir then garnish with grapefruit peel

Croft Pink Honey Gimlet

Recipe:

• 1 ounce Croft Pink
• 1 ounce Gin
• ¾ ounce Lime Juice
• ¾ Honey Syrup

Method:

1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice
2. Shake to chill and combine ingredients
3. Double strain into a coupe glass
4. Garnish with lime peel

Betsy Ross (Credit: Difford’s Guide)

Recipe:

• 1.5 ounces Fonseca Porto Bin 27
• 1.5 ounces Cognac
• ½ ounce orange liqueur
• 2 dashes aromatic bitters

Method:

1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice
2. Stir to chill and combine ingredients
3. Double strain into glass
4. Garnish with orange peel

Port Boulevardier

Recipe:

• 1 ounce Croft Reserve Tawny Porto
• 1 ounce Bourbon
• 1 ounce Campari

Method:

1. Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice
2. Stir to chill and combine ingredients
3. Double strain into a glass
4. Garnish with a cocktail cherry and grapefruit peel