Sidecars with Dried Cherries are a new twist on an old classic cocktail. Dried cherries are soaked in warmed cognac, offering a sweet and boozy bite between sips. This cocktail is perfectly sweet, perfectly tart, and absolutely perfect in every way! I adore classic cocktails. I’m certain I have at least 4 books dedicated to the art of mixology. All of which include the same,Read more ->
The Burnt Peach Old Fashioned: smoky, sticky, boozy,and sweet. When muddled with bitters and cherry juice, shaken vigorously with bourbon, and sexily poured over rocks… there’s really no turning back now. I bet you clicked on this recipe because you thought this cocktail sounded intriguing? Crazy? Unique? Seasonally appropriate? Let’s be lifelong friends. This drink, you guys. THIS DRINK. It’s everything you’re expecting it toRead more ->
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 ->
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 ->