We can’t all live year ’round in the tropics, but we can bring the flavor of the tropics to us! This Hibiscus Dark and Stormy recipe is just the vibrant burst of tropical sunshine we need! Dark rum, spicy, floral hibiscus ginger beer and fresh lime juice is all it takes! So kick off your…
Cocktails
Hot Buttered Rum
Hot Buttered Rum is a soul warming winter cocktail! Rich and buttery, this delicious batter with butter, sugar, ice cream, nutmeg, and cinnamon is a classic American drink. On a chilly night, you won’t be sorry you have this batter on hand. Combine some batter with your favorite rum and top with boiling water (or…
Easy Cranberry Spritzer (by the glass or pitcher)
Naturally cranberry red, this Easy Cranberry Spritzer is the ideal holiday drink, for young and old alike! Cranberry simple syrup, a squeeze of lemon, topped with a bubbly lemon-lime soda is delicious and refreshing, add a splash of vodka to make it into a cocktail! Christmas Cranberry Spritzer with Fresh Snow Even more fun —…
Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini
This Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini is a sweet-tart; bright, delicious and festive holiday cocktail! With easy make-ahead cranberry simple syrup. Easy step-by-step instructions, with make-ahead ingredients so you can focus on spending time with your guests. Cranberry Simple Syrup Let’s start with the crown jewel of this cocktail, Cranberry Simple Syrup! Gang, the colors are…
Cranberry Simple Syrup
Cranberry simple syrup is the crown jewel of simple syrups. Natural colored and flavored with fresh cranberries, water and all natural cane sugar, this syrup has many uses to add a festive pop to your holidays. how to use simple syrup in drinks Try this amazing Cranberry Lemon Drop Martini Make a cranberry spritzer, Festive…
Cherry Bomb Recipe | Cherry Bourbon Smash
Are you in for a treat! This simple recipe for a Cherry Bomb cocktail is quite frankly, “the bomb”! Fresh cherries muddled with rich bourbon, vanilla, maple syrup, lemon juice and a splash of club soda, makes the ultimate Cherry Bourbon Smash! HOW TO MAKE A CHERRY BOURBON SMASH I was trying to figure out what…
Summer Cocktail and Mocktail Recipes
A sensational collection of summer cocktail and mocktail recipes! Many of these summery drinks can be made kid friendly by simply omitting the alcohol! Perfect for planning your next barbecue, potluck, summer party or picnic! Cool and refreshing drinks in the summertime, makes me cooler just by looking at these delicious beverages, how about you?…
Healthy Hibiscus Margaritas {Cocktail or Mocktail}
These Healthy Hibiscus Margarita’s will transport you to the tropics! This hot pink, sweet-tart recipe uses traditional ingredients, combined with hibiscus flower syrup or tea, to create a beautiful and tasty drink. No expensive plane trip or resort fees required! Sip this beauty on a rooftop, lake, front porch, deck, bathtub, couch, pool…you get the…
Cinco de Mayo Recipe Collection
These Mexican recipes in my Cinco de Mayo Recipe Collection are healthy, quick and easy, you’ll be serving them up in no time for your celebration — but I’ll let you in on a little secret, I don’t really need a special day to eat Mexican food! I can eat it just about every day! …
Cucumber Cooler Cocktail {Basil or Mint}
This Gin & Tonic Cucumber Cooler is the perfect summer cocktail or mocktail; it’s the adult version of “spa water.” Filled with light, crunchy cucumbers and your choice of refreshing mint or earthy basil along with the bright tartness of fresh lime, topped with clean and crisp tonic water. A delightful adult thirst quencher. SHAKEN, NOT STIRRED…
The Best Blackberry Bourbon Moscow Mule
Fresh, flavorful ripe blackberries, smokey bourbon and spicy ginger beer…you know it, I’m talking about a Blackberry Bourbon Moscow Mule people! So easy to make, a refreshing and easy cocktail. Blackberry Bourbon Moscow Mule Or as we have fondly started calling it, the B²M². What can I say, I’m the wife AND the daughter of…
Grapefruit Basil Vodka Smash
A recipe for a refreshing, bright, and delicious cocktail (or mocktail) using red grapefruit, fresh basil and a fizzy grapefruit soda. This Grapefruit Basil Vodka Smash is the perfect drink for a hot summer evening. GRAPEFRUIT BASIL VODKA SMASH I love mixing new drinks and I especially love drinks that incorporate fresh fruit, because they…
