Nothing says “Happy St. Patrick’s Day” quite like an Irish Mule; and I’m not talking about the kicking kind, but an Irish version of the Moscow Mule of course. It is full of shenanigans; with fresh muddled mint, crisp, clean whiskey, lime juice and finished with spicy, bubbly ginger beer. A few years ago, when…
Drinks
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. CUCUMBER COOLER COCKTAIL…
Hibiscus Mojito {Cocktail or Mocktail}
This All-Natural Hibiscus Mint Mojito is the ideal spring and summer sipping cocktail or mocktail! Using tangy, lemony, floral hibiscus syrup; refreshing mint, zesty lime, and boozy kick of rum, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to the tropics! Mojitos are one of my favorite summer drinks with all of that delicious mint and fizz,…
Hibiscus Simple Syrup
This recipe for All-Natural Hibiscus Simple Syrup adds a delightful subtle floral, lemony and slightly tangy flavor to craft cocktails, Italian sodas, iced-teas, buttercream and ice cream. ALL NATURAL HIBISCUS SIMPLE SYRUP I’ve been waiting ALL summer for my beautiful hibiscus plant to bloom, it brings a little bit of the tropics to Colorado, I…
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…
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Frosted Lemonade
If you enjoy Chick-Fil-A’s Frosted Lemonades you are going to love this Copycat Chick-Fil-A Frosted Lemonade! This is the coolest drink, literally! It’s so cold, refreshing, creamy and sweet-tart! COPYCAT CHICK-FIL-A FROSTED LEMONADE PIN IT NOW FOR LATER How do you spend your Saturdays in the summertime? We spend hours in the hot sun, cheering…
Mint Julep | A Southern Cocktail
In honor of the Kentucky Derby, I present you with this delicious, refreshing, icy cold… Mint Julep Cocktail! Fresh mint, a wee bit of sugar, muddled together with a good dose of bourbon and a couple generous splashes of club soda, and garnished with more mint, stimulating and refreshing! Mint Juleps are a longtime tradition…
Texas Tea (Reduced Sugar)
This recipe for Texas Tea with reduced sugar, is a wonderful, fresh recipe to have in your collection for a luncheon or party. I love it’s bright red color, hint of mint, and the sweet and sour combo of lemon and pineapple. And my favorite aspect, you can make it ahead! Add a splash of…
Blood Orange Tangerine Thyme Gin & Tonic
A traditional Gin & Tonic is cool and crisp, brightly flavored, a splash of citrus and a little woodsy. For the Blood Orange, Tangerine and Thyme version; you’ll add the perky sweetness of a blood oranges along with the mellow citrus tones of tangerines, the piney hint of thyme and you have the makings of a…
Favorite Fall Recipes
Favorite Fall Recipes!! Warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, allspice and nutmeg! Maple syrup, crunchy apples, and pumpkin! Satisfying soups and salads laced with seasonal favorites. Happy Fall y’all! Breakfast, Soups, Stew & Chili, Seasonal Salads, Delicious Drinks and Desserts! FAVORITE FALL RECIPES JOIN THE FRESH COOKY ON PINTEREST GET FREE RECIPES FROM THE FRESH…
Homemade Chai Tea Latte
Save money with this simple and delicious homemade Chai Tea Latte recipe! Darjeeling tea infused with the rich warm spices of cloves, nutmeg, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger. It has all the right spices, beautifully blended, and extremely smooth, the kind of drink that warms you through and through. Homemade Chai Tea Latte Whether you drink…
