This thirst quenching Cucumber Mint Cooler uses cucumber vodka, fresh mint syrup, and tart lime juice. Super refreshing and light! Oh HAAAAAAAAAY! It’s Thursday #THIRSTday, and I’m excited about it. Aren’t you? Weekdays in the summer are a particular drag. In Minnesota, nice days are numbered. Any day that the sun is shining, it’s over 60 degrees, and I can wear shorts, is a goodRead more ->
The Siesta Cocktail will encourage anything but rest. This simple cocktail is tart and titillating! The perfect amount of sweet and bitter, this recipe includes grapefruit juice, Campari, tequila, and lime juice. So easy, and so refreshing! Tequila Tequila I’m not going to lie, I’ve been waiting for a very special occasion to post this cocktail. Today is a very special occasion, you guys. It’sRead more ->
Daiquiris. Don’t they just remind you of vacation? Freshly squeezed fruit juice. Rum. Ice. Sandy beaches. Ok, maybe the sandy beach you’ll have to pay extra for. Daiquiris are so simple. Who would have thought? It just sounds like a complex drink to make. I’m here to assure you that that is far from the truth. Now granted, you can certainly blend in some strawberriesRead more ->
This Spiked Rhubarb Soda is a light and refreshing summer cocktail! Rhubarb, honey, and lemon flavors are perfectly combined and balanced by effervescent soda. Rhubarb is readily available in the summer at many local markets and grocers. Make a big batch of the rhubarb simple syrup to have this delicious cocktail within reach at all times! Summa, summa, summa time….. From a food perspective, summerRead more ->
Apple and ginger flavors come together to make one hell of an amazing drink. Fresh ginger kicks up the spice in this drink, and be sure to find the strongest ginger beer you can find. Light and refreshing – you won’t be able to stop at one of these thirst quenching Apple Ginger Sparklers! Ahhh….the 4th of July. Doesn’t it just make you reminisce? TheRead more ->
Cold Brew at your fingertips, in your refrigerator, at all hours of the day?! Yes, yes, and yes. Your new favorite iced summer beverage recipe is right here, and it couldn’t be simpler! CABIN. BOUND. I’ve never heard more glorious words. I have been looking forward to getting “up to the cabin” (a normal thing in MN, where most everyone has – or knows someoneRead more ->
This Melon Mint Granita is a refreshing boozy treat! Ripe cantaloupe is mixed with fresh mint, making one cool delicious cocktail. It’s the perfect drink recipe using seasonal ingredients. Make a big batch for your next BBQ, get together, or pool party – they’ll be a hit! Happy #THIRSTday! It’s JUNE. Summer is finally here and I couldn’t be more stoked. Longer days, cabin weekends,Read more ->
The classic Mint Julep is the perfect summer sipper on a hot summer day! This recipe combines an easy mint simple syrup, Bourbon, and a little soda water. Pour it all over crushed ice, garnish with mint, and you’re off to the races! Happy National Mint Julep Day! While most people associate Mint Juleps with the Kentucky Derby, the “official” day in which this refreshingRead more ->
This Ginger Lemonade is light, refreshing, and spicy! It’s the perfect summertime cocktail with fresh ginger, bright lemon, and a little boozy kick! A VERY Happy #THIRSTday to you, friend. How’s the weather where you are? Cloudy with a chance a meathballs? Oh, sorry. That was Tuesday’s post. We’re loving life here in Minnesota. This week has been sunny, springy, and SEVENTY. This time ofRead more ->
This Blood Orange & Grapefruit Cocktail is the definition of a simple and delicious cocktail recipe! Tart grapefruit juice is cut with the sweetness from blood oranges. Feel free to add soda water or champagne for effervescence in addition to the vodka. Happy Thirstday! Yes, you read that right. No, it was not an error. Yes, I’ve had to stop spell check from fixing itRead more ->