A collection of recipes for homemade cocktails, Italian sodas and non-alcohol drinks. This category includes celebration drinks (with or without alcohol) as well as drinks that offer health benefits.
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Mexican food and drink can be quite diverse depending on the time of year, the region and available produce. Here is a list of our favorite Mexican beverages- non-alcoholic and/or cocktails, warm and/or cold! Mexican Inspired Cocktails and Mocktails While many people think Mexican cocktails are limited to margaritas, there is so much more to …
The Mexican Paloma cocktail is arguably the most popular cocktail in Mexico (yes, even more so than a margarita!). Made with fresh grapefruit juice, it is light and refreshing and can balance out heavier Mexican dinner fare. Bonus is that both tequila and grapefruit juice are preferred beverages on a low carb or slow carb …
How to make fruit shrub syrups using either a cold shrub or a hot shrub method. Recipe for an apple shrub syrup and a beer cocktail using the apple syrup
Looking for a nice martini recipe for the holidays, to wow guests at your next party, or just to celebrate Friday night? I’ve got you covered! Have a look at my 8 favorite martini drinks for every occasion. What Exactly is a Martini? Let’s clarify one thing first. Traditionally, a martini is just a mix …
Make the holidays extra festive with one of my favorite twists on the classic: a peppermint espresso martini! The perfect boozy pick-me-up to serve after a long family dinner, your guests will love this sweet and minty holiday cocktail. Jump to: RECIPE | Ingredients | Directions Peppermint Espresso Martini Ingredients Espresso martini… but make it …
Move over, fake-tasting and sugary supermarket vanilla vodka! Find out how to make delicious vanilla vodka yourself at home using just two ingredients: vodka and real vanilla beans. Jump to: RECIPE | Ingredients | Method | Ideas for Drinks I love playing around with making my own liqueurs! Whether it’s something summery like blueberry-infused liqueur …
This fall, cozy up with a warming twist on a classic cocktail. A great little pick-me-up for rainy days, this pumpkin spice espresso martini is the perfect combination of intense espresso, boozy vanilla vodka, and homemade pumpkin spice simple syrup. Jump To: RECIPE | Ingredients | Directions Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini Ingredients Pumpkin Spice Simple …
Tea, meet vodka! This refreshing green tea martini with a dash of mint is the perfect pick-me-up drink. Easy to whip up for a crowd, turn it into your signature cocktail (I won’t tell). Jump to: RECIPE | Ingredients | Directions This post may contain affiliate links, and you can read our disclosure information here– Minty …
Did you know tea and coffee can be a match made in heaven? This holiday season, wow guests with a chai espresso martini, a perfectly spiced and festive twist on this classic cocktail. The homemade chai simple syrup, a dose of caffeine and chai-infused vodka are guaranteed to have folks asking for a second round. …
Blueberry drink syrups (shrub syrups or simple syrups) offer an awesome way to turn a simple cocktail into a blueberry martini or a blueberry craft signature cocktail. Don’t drink alcohol? Blueberry drink syrups added to a little sparkling water makes an incredible Italian soda. Add a bit of cream and you have a French soda! …
Got blueberries to spare or some in the freezer? This blueberry lemonade cocktail, made with your own blueberry-infused vodka is a refreshing summer porch drink. Making blueberry infused vodka at home is a breeze, and allows you to enjoy a whole range of blueberry drinks long after blueberry season ends. Use the infused vodka in …
A Michelada is a Mexican cocktail made with beer, lime juice, a bunch of different sauces and, in this case, a not-so-secret ingredient: Clamato juice. Learn how to make an easy and ultra-refreshing Clamato Michelada (aka clamato beer) to keep you going on those hot summer days! Jump to: RECIPE | What Is A Michelada? …
Alcohol can certainly be part of a low carb diet, but it pays to know how each type of alcohol is metabolized and what is to be avoided
Looking for a hot drink to serve for the holiday season? This year, let’s skip the mulled wine and go for a warming classic from Mexico instead. Mexican ponche navideño is a traditional fruit punch bursting with comforting flavors and a spiced aroma that will make your home smell heavenly. Serve it like a tea …
Looking for a refreshing and subtle drink to serve on a hot summer’s day? Or maybe something to remind you of the sun during the dark winter months? This bright white tea cocktail with cucumber, thyme, honey and a splash of sparkling water or sparkling wine is perfect for any time of year. Jump to: …