Long Island Ice Tea. Watch out for this tall drink. It’s more powerful than it seems. You’re all good and then wham! Long Island Ice Tea This recipe makes 2 (strong) cocktails. 1-ounce vodka 1-ounce rum 1-ounce gin 1-ounce tequila 2 ounces triple sec 2 ounces sweet & sour mix (or sour mix) 12 ounces […]
How to Make Simple Syrup How to Make Simple Syrup 1 cup water 1 cup sugar Place ingredients in a saucepan. Turn heat on to medium and cook until the sugar has dissolved. The water will be clear. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate. This is great to have on hand […]
Cherry Lime Spritzer is a perfectly refreshing summer cocktail. It’s not only refreshing but oh-so-beautiful. Cherry Lime Spritzer 2 cups fresh sweet red cherries (stemmed, halved, and pitted) 2/3 cup sugar 750L Sweet white wine (a late harvest riesling is nice) 17 ounces Sparkling Ice water lemon-lime flavor (or similar not overly sweet lemon-lime drink) […]
Behold Sparkling Grapefruit Ade, the most gorgeous and refreshing drink you will ever serve. Sparkling Grapefruit Ade 1 1/2 cups sugar 1 1/2 cups water 9 large fresh grapefruit 2 ounces fresh ginger, peeled & sliced 6 sprigs fresh basil 2 liters club soda Vodka (optional) The night before: To make simple syrup, pour sugar and […]
This Teenie Weenie Caramel Apple Martinis recipe will be a big hit! They’re so much fun with a decorative touch at a Halloween party. Caramel Apple Martinis Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce 1 cup unsalted butter 2 cups brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Melt butter over […]
A Fuzzy Navel With Fresh Ginger is a beautiful thing. It’s also a beautiful thing when girls get together to celebrate the happy happenings of one of their own. Fuzzy Navel With Fresh Ginger 1 cup vodka 1 cup peach schnapps (the fuzzy) 4 cups fresh orange juice (the navel) About 1 tablespoon minced ginger […]
The most refreshing drink in all the cocktail kingdom is the Mint Mojito cocktail. She is light, beautiful, and more daring than she appears. If your mint has taken over your garden space as mine has, it is time to entertain your neighbors with mojitos. And fast. Mint Mojitos 3/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup fresh […]
Bloody Mary Cocktail. Of all the outlandish, hilarious, and awesome names of cocktails, the one that bothers me the most is my very favorite drink… the Bloody Mary. You know what. We’ll just call her Mary. After trying Marys out in various locations, I have found one common ingredient which makes or breaks my Mary. […]
White Limoncello Chocolate Cocktail. My friends on the east coast are shoveling snow while I’m over here in the Northwest with my door open to let the sunshine pour inside. This calls for a drink that brings us all together. Ahhhhh. I know, right? Winter and summer come together to create this dreamy springy cup […]
Limoncello: Sunshine in a jar. This recipe takes one afternoon to make and about four days to complete. Limoncello Makes about 32 ounces. 4 large lemons 1 1/4 cups water 1 1/2 cups sugar 8 ounces vodka Using a sharp paring knife, carefully trim peels off lemons. Set aside. When finished, place a peel with […]
Baileys Irish Cream Iced Coffee Baileys Irish Cream Iced Coffee 4 ounces Baileys Irish Cream 8 ounces quality coffee 1 ounce Irish Whiskey Ice (optional) Baileys whoop cream 2 fresh clovers Brew coffee and stir together with Irish cream & whiskey for a loverly hot drink. For a chilled coffee, place Irish cream, coffee, and whiskey in a shaker with […]
Pineapple Floats are a dreamy reminder of a tropical vacation. Pineapple Floats 1 can pineapple rings with juice 1/2 cup sugar (or to taste) 1-liter club soda 4 large scoops high-quality vanilla ice cream 2 cups rum (optional for adult drinks) 1 small jar maraschino cherries Drain the juice from cans of pineapple into a […]
Peach Bellinis. Summery goodness has arrived. We’re bringing my favorite blended cocktail home for you to enjoy on your own deck. Simply peachy. Peach Bellinis 1 1/2 cups ice cubes 1 cup water 1 sixteen-ounce bag of frozen peach slices 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup vodka 1 cup peach schnapps Grenadine (pomegranate syrup found in mixers […]
It’s strawberry season – a time for strawberry soup, strawberry tarts, and, of course, the ever-popular and completely adorable strawberry cut-out cookies. This year I thought I would jazz things up with a wee bit o’ rum for you. You’re welcome. The mojito is, perhaps, one of the most beautiful drinks. Ever. Add fresh strawberries, […]
Two Cocktails to Welcome Summer – A guest post by the amazing Warren Bobrow. The Easter and Passover holiday weekend is now behind us. I’ve been dreaming of warmer weather and this past weekend although windy was just the taste I’ve been seeking. The lovely summer season to follow is filling my cocktail-driven wishes and […]
If you’re looking for that special little something to welcome guests to your next party, these Mini Baileys Irish Cream Shakes are just the thing. And, if you need a good excuse to buy some of those red & white paper straws that are so very popular on Pinterest and if you happen to be […]
Merry Cherry Cocktail. I love, love, love this commercial. So much so that I may or may not have had to go purchase these little glasses. Okay. I did. I may or may not have also chanted “Party Party! Party!” to the clerk when I bought them. Merry Cherry Cocktail To make this pretty […]
