This vodka citrus punch recipe is VERY easy to make and it’s perfect for all parties! Whether it’s summer, Christmas, or a birthday party, this is going to be your new go-to big batch vodka cocktail. Not many people know this, but I once had serious thoughts about writing a cocktail cookbook featuring big batch …
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This berry rosé sangria is super fruity and super delicious. It’s made with strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and rosé and is easy to make! I’m a sangria girl no matter the season but especially in the summer. There is something so refreshing about a cold glass of sangria when it’s hot and sticky outside. Midwestern summers …
This hibiscus paloma is a refreshing cocktail recipe; tart grapefruit and lime juices are paired with sweet and floral hibiscus simple syrup. Earlier this month, I made grapefruit hibiscus margaritas and I have about 10 gallons of hibiscus simple syrup and a pitcher of grapefruit juice leftover. Okay…. those amounts are grossly exaggerated. But I did amass …
An orange Moscow mule is the perfect cocktail for any time of year. This 4-ingredient mule recipe is a great way to make happy hour more fun! When the weather gets warm, I make cocktails. When the weather gets cold… I make cocktails. My favorite thing about winter is all of the fresh citrus that is available …
This blackberry Moscow mule is a sweet variation of the classic Moscow mule recipe. Blackberry jam adds a delicious sweetness to this easy cocktail! I have been a fan of the traditional Moscow mule for a long time. It is the fizz of the spicy ginger beer and the sour taste of the lime juice …
An orange mojito cocktail is the perfect refreshing easy drink recipe. The ingredients are simple – rum, fresh mint, oranges, and sugar! I love making variations on my favorite cocktails, especially when starting with a classic cocktail recipe. Sometimes, it is a simple swap, like substituting bourbon for vodka in my Kentucky Mule recipe. Other times, I add an …
This blackberry kiwi mojito recipe is a fruity riff on the classic Mojito. Made with fresh fruit, mint springs, and rum, this refreshing cocktail is the perfect summer drink. The mojito is a classic cocktail known for its invigorating taste, characterized by a blend of fresh mint, lime, sugar, and soda or sparkling water. This …
This sparkling rye whiskey cocktail is easy to make. Only 4 ingredients – perfect for parties and signature wedding drinks! I am a fan of both sparkling wine AND a fan of whiskey so I decided to combine them. Why not, right? Both are kept on hand in my home at all times and sometimes …
This homemade pepper jalapeño liqueur is fantastic! The pepper and jalapeño infusion is subtle and perfect for fun brunch cocktails like the ever popular Bloody Mary. One of my favorite trends in mixology right now is the creation of unique liqueurs by bartenders. I wish, back when I was a bartender, I had been half as …
This vanilla cranberry mimosa recipe is perfect for winter brunches, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and holiday and New Year’s Eve parties! Only 3 ingredients and very easy to make. Do your plans for the holidays include any parties? Because I have found the perfect winter party cocktail! I think every year I host some kind of holiday …
Do you want to make a pretty drink that’s also tasty? This Shirley Temple Drink is a recipe that is honestly so easy, you’ll wonder why you haven’t made it before. You can describe this drink as being pink and fuzzy, but very delicious. Some of you have enjoyed a Shirley Temple drink by yourself …
If you’re looking for a refreshing twist on your favorite drink, then this Grapefruit Mimosa is just what you need. You can make this mimosa for a fancy festivity or for enjoying on your own couch, there are no limits. You may think that this drink is supposed to be fancy, but in all reality, …
The Kentucky Mule is a delicious twist on a traditional Moscow Mule cocktail. Kentucky bourbon, ginger beer, and fresh-squeezed lime juice make this an easy 3-ingredient bourbon cocktail. I’d like you to meet the Kentucky Mule – the Moscow Mule’s distinguished cousin with a Kentucky twist. I’ve had a love affair with Kentucky for a …
This Christmas sangria recipe with red wine will get you in the holiday spirit. This simple recipe is perfect for your next Christmas party! Winter cocktail, anyone?! Red wine Christmas sangria is the perfect cocktail recipe for the holiday season. If you’re looking for a big-batch cocktail, as an excuse to bust your punch bowl, …
This gin ginger martini is the perfect mix of spice, sweetness, and sour. Simple to make at home – the perfect nightcap or party drink. This post has been sponsored by Prairie Organic Spirits. All opinions are my own. 21+ Drink Responsibly. When I think of ginger as a fall or winter flavor, I always think …
Looking for a fall cocktail? Try this autumn spiced rum cider cocktail – the perfect blend of spiced rum, spiced apple cider and hard cider. Plus cinnamon and star anise! Autumn is finally here and with that brings lots of seasonal treats. I know that everyone always talks about pumpkin when the weather gets cooler. …
Indulge in the refreshing and flavorful Raspberry Gin Spritzer, a tasty cocktail perfect for a romantic evening or a relaxed gathering. Only 4 ingredients are needed to make this easy raspberry cocktail! Over the past few years, there has been a resurgence of speakeasies and classic cocktail lists with drinks you once thought only grandpa and grandma drank. …
This delicious blackberry sangria recipe uses red wine, muddled blackberries, and blackberry brandy for the perfect summer drink! Everybody raise yo’ hands – it’s sangria time again! Test tasting at my place has been fun these last few weeks as I’ve rolled out a couple of big batch cocktails. If you’re looking for a super …
This cucumber watermelon punch is perfect for all parties and occasions. This punch recipe is fruity, floral, and very refreshing!
This raspberry sweet tea cocktail combines raspberry honey simple syrup, honey liqueur, and bourbon with iced tea to make the perfect mixed summer drink! My sister and I used to watch a lot of TV together. We would do a little margherita pizza eating and Netflix binge watching once a week. Boy, do we love our Kimmy …
This grapefruit hibiscus margarita is the perfect cocktail recipe to make you think of summer! Fresh grapefruit and lime juice, homemade hibiscus simple syrup, and a little muddled mint make this a fun and tropical cocktail! Grapefruit hibiscus margaritas need to happen, and they need to happen often. I can never resist an excuse to …
This classic hot toddy recipe is a great warm cocktail for the winter season. This hot cocktail will warm you up when cold weather gets you down! Perfect for when you have a cold! Many people with a sore throat, cough, or cold symptoms turn to a classic cocktail like hot toddies as their home …
My raspberry Kir royale is a fun riff on the classic Kir royale. Just 3-ingredients and you have a champagne cocktail perfect for any brunch or celebration! Creme de cassis is hard to find. I don’t know why since it’s the main ingredient in a traditional Kir Royale cocktail, but it is. Thank goodness for …
This boozy hot chocolate recipe is the perfect nightcap on a cold evening. Made with creme de menthe, the mint flavor and chocolate are the perfect pair! This post is brought to you in partnership with Rodelle. All thoughts and opinions are my own, including my love for all things Rodelle. When it’s cold outside, …
This sparkling pear cocktail with bourbon is a delicious combination of champagne, bourbon, and pear juice. It’s easy to make and perfect for Christmas or everyday! I am and have been a bourbon fan for a very long time. It started many years ago while on a trip to Louisville. That foray down the Bourbon …
The bee sting cocktail is a spicy take on The Bee’s Knees. You’ll be adding this easy to make, buzz-worthy drink to your list of favorite cocktails! Grab a bottle of chile liqueur and drink this today. Get ready to shake things up and embark on a delightful journey into the world of cocktails! It’s …
This bourbon chocolate milkshake is the perfect adult shake! Use vanilla ice cream, your favorite bourbon, and baking cocoa for this combination dessert/nightcap! This recipe is an “oldie but goodie” back from the days when I was a brand ambassador for Rodelle! If you’re new to Rodelle, they develop superior baking extracts and gourmet spice blends (and are …
This apple mint iced tea cocktail is delicious, refreshing, and perfect for spring and summer! Make one today to celebrate warmer weather. There’s nothing better on a hot humid day than a nice, cold glass of iced tea! I know you know what I’m talking about. May and June usually bring the heat in addition to …
This lemon blueberry vodka spritzer is perfect for holiday parties, weekend brunches or girl’s nights. If you are searching for a signature drink, your search is over thanks to this easy cocktail recipe! Signature drinks are for more than weddings. They can be created for girl’s nights, weekend brunches or holiday parties. Last year, I was …
This blueberry lemon smash is the perfect rum cocktail for the end of summer! It’s easy to make and refreshing – drink one on the next hot day! Summer is almost here. And you can make the most of these warm and sunny days with a tasty summer rum cocktail. When I get a summer …
The bloody margarita combines the best parts of a bloody mary and margarita into one cocktail – perfect for a fun Sunday brunch, fiestas, and of course, Cinco de Mayo. Is it a bloody mary? Is it a margarita? It’s both! If you feel like celebrating Cinco de Mayo all year long and woke up …
This orange red wine spritzer is a great cocktail for any season. Mix up a batch of cinnamon simple syrup, grab a bottle of your favorite red and try this drink today! Summmertime…. in the city. I am a huge fan of cocktails and this one is a favorite. Thirsty Thursday is over so it’s …
This mint strawberry jam cocktail is perfect for all of your summer parties and barbecues. Serve it in a mason or jam jar for an extra special touch! With summer barbecue and party season just around the corner, I thought it was high time to bring you another easy cocktail recipe. Easy cocktails are my …
Looking for a healthy breakfast? Try this strawberry banana green smoothie recipe! It’s dairy free and sweetened by dates. Happy New Year everyone! This year has just begun and I am sure many of you are either on new diets or trying to introduce healthier foods into your diets. This green smoothie recipe is easy to …
Slow cooker Kahlua hot chocolate warms you up in more ways than one! Add some marshmallows to this hot chocolate and you’re all set for chilly winter nights or holiday parties! This is going to become your favorite winter cocktail / dessert combination. We have been truly blessed with amazing neighbors. We live in a vintage …
This cranberry apple cider mimosa is the perfect easy fall cocktail. Its main ingredient is sparkling cider so it can easily be made into a fauxmosa! This post is sponsored by Martinelli’s – all opinions (and my love for their sparkling apple cider!) are my own. With the holiday season approaching, I bet you’re starting …
White wine apple cider sangria is the perfect addition to fall brunches. Grab your apples, the rest of the ingredients, and try this recipe today! I first got the idea for this recipe when I went to Chicago Gourmet a few years ago. I went to a wine mixology class and they mixed red wine …
These tequila sunrise slushies are going to be your go-to summer party drink! You can easily multiply the recipe for a pitcher. Only 3 ingredients! Plus, check out the step-by-step video! Do you know what’s really easy to make? Tequila sunrise cocktails. Do you what’s just as easy to make? You guessed it – tequila …
The black stripe cold rum cocktail is a fantastic drink with a surprise ingredient – molasses! If you are looking for something sweeter, add honey; if not, just enjoy the molasses and dark rum all on their own over crushed ice. Last week, I received a copy of Stuart’s Fancy Drinks and How to Mix …
This boozy honey lavender lemonade is a great drink for brunches. It is also the PERFECT punch for spring and summer bridal or baby showers. Have you ever had the pleasure of hosting a large gathering and struggled with figuring out what drinks to serve? Yeah, that happens to me a lot. I didn’t always …
This plum gin cocktail is a blend of fresh ingredients and aromas. Thanks to the addition of fresh plums and St. Germain there is no need to add any additional sugar. After a week in Sicily and a constant stream of very good wine, I am surprised by my desire to drink a cocktail. Maybe …
This strawberry rhubarb daiquiri recipe is the perfect spring cocktail! Plus, a recipe for homemade strawberry rhubarb simple syrup. Lately, I have found myself sitting in front of bags of sugar and jars of honey, imagining simple syrup. I don’t know if you knew this, but creating homemade simple syrups is one of my favorite things to …