I love anything books and reading so this drink caught my eye. I had to research the name and according to legend, Hemingway once tried a daiquiri and said, “I like it, but without sugar and double the rum.” The bartenders eventually created a version tailored to his taste, which included white rum, lime juice,ContinueContinue reading “Hemingway Daiquiri (Blended or on the Rocks)”
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Barracuda Cocktail
The barracuda cocktail is a rum based drink with a sweet and fruity profile. The addition of Galliano liqueur gives this drink an herb and vanilla note that makes for an interesting drink. Pineapple juice is typically used here, but I substituted tangerine juice as I’m not a huge fan of pineapple juice cocktails. IContinueContinue reading “Barracuda Cocktail”
Overnighter Cocktail
We had this lovely overnighter cocktail last night. I really enjoyed this one, as I have mentioned I like strong drinks. To make this cocktail, start out with a nice pour of whiskey. Next it is given a bitter/sweet edge by the addition of Campari, Benedictine and dry vermouth. I really liked the complexity ofContinueContinue reading “Overnighter Cocktail”
Negroni Svegliato
A negroni svegliato is a twist on a traditional negroni that adds espresso. This takes this bittersweet cocktail to an ever deeper flavor with a bit more bitterness. I really like cocktails with coffee or espresso, and wanted to try this one. It was interesting and definitely a deviation from a regular negroni. There isContinueContinue reading “Negroni Svegliato”
Sparkling Lychee Yuzu Lemonade (and Cocktail Version)
This drink is another recipe we had over the holidays that was a big hit. Yuzu and lychee are two of my favorite fruit flavors and this drink combines them into a delicious sparkling lemonade or a sparkling cocktail. If you haven’t had yuzu or lychee before, yuzu is citrus fruit with a tart, strong,ContinueContinue reading “Sparkling Lychee Yuzu Lemonade (and Cocktail Version)”
Holiday Recipe Ideas
Trying to plan a holiday menu, or figure out a dish to bring to a holiday gathering? Here are some ideas for drinks, appetizers, sides, mains and desserts from my blog. All are taste tested and approved so you know they will be a hit. Cocktails: Festive Holiday Punch Gin Mimosas Vanilla Chai Old FashionedContinueContinue reading “Holiday Recipe Ideas”
Festive Holiday Punch
I made this festive holiday punch for Thanksgiving, but it would make a great holiday party drink since you can make a big punch bowl full and people can serve themselves. This can be made with or without alcohol. I made it without and then those of us who wanted a cocktail added bourbon toContinueContinue reading “Festive Holiday Punch”
Salted Negroni
This cocktail is exactly what it sounds like – a traditional negroni made with gin, sweet vermouth, and campari but with a pinch of salt added to help boost the flavors. We like negronis anyway, so I knew we’d like this, and we did. I love a little hint of salt in a cocktail andContinueContinue reading “Salted Negroni”
Thanksgiving Ideas
Thanksgiving is getting close and I wanted to share some ideas from my site to help you fill out your menu. Isn’t this little turkey cute? This is one of the many things we print, hand paint and sell on my Etsy store Nuggets Farm. 😀 I have lots of great vegetable, side dish, dessertContinueContinue reading “Thanksgiving Ideas”
Cucumber Lime Vodka Cocktail
I know cucumber in a cocktail might sound kind of odd. I would have thought so too, but a few years ago we went to a local distillery near us that makes an amazing cucumber vodka and I have been hooked ever since. It is actually very refreshing and brings an earthy note to cocktailsContinueContinue reading “Cucumber Lime Vodka Cocktail”