Category 'Drinks'

Jul 15
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Limoncello Spritzers

Here’s a really refreshing way to welcome road weary guests to your home.  When guests arrive after a long drive serve them a summer treat to ...

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Jul 15
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Citrus Ice Cubes

Party punch calls for festive ice: giant frozen cubes capturing bright slices of fresh citrus. To make the ice, thinly slice lemons, limes, and ora...

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Jul 14
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Floral Ice Cubes

Here's a cool new way to savor the beauty of flowers: Freeze them in ice cubes to brighten drinks. To suspend flowers in the cubes, work in la...

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Jul 12
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Mojito Slushie

Its intensely tangy flavor is the product of lemons and limes, but it's the white rum that really makes this drink worthy of a party.

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Jul 10
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Thyme Lemonade

The flavor of thyme in this lemonade lends an unexpected grown-up flair to a summer favorite.

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Jul 9
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Grape Elderflower Fizz

Grapes and deeply fragrant elderflower mingle in a vibrant drink worthy of celebration. Musky-sweet fresh Concord grapes are available only in Sept...

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Jul 7
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Watermelon Mojito Smoothie

When I made this smoothie this morning, it was sooo refreshing, and the whole house smelled like watermelon which was amazing.  Most people do...

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Jul 7
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Strawberry Beet Smoothie

Health highlights of beets: aside from being oh so pretty, beets are also super rich in healthy nutrients.  They are packed with fiber and ant...

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Jul 7
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Cucumber Melon Smoothie

This smoothie is refreshing, sweet and delectable.  So perfect for a summer afternoon pick-me-up!! If you are having a BBQ or get together thi...

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Jul 5
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Blue Raspberry Spiked Lemonade

Fresh made lemonade with a hint of vodka..

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Jul 5
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How to Make Vodka-Infused Watermelon

Once all of the vodka has infused into the watermelon, feel free to slice and serve immediately. If you prefer it cold, place the watermelon in the...

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Jul 4
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American Flag Cordial

A fun, colorful layered cordial fit for a Fourth of July party!

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Jul 4
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Fourth of July Punch or Sangria

While kids are obviously out when it comes to holiday imbibing, there are a number of special non-alcoholic spritzers and punches that all guests w...

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Jul 4
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4th of July Fruity Ice Drinks

Colorful ice cubes make sparkling water or champagne tons of fun..

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Jul 3
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Stars & stripes Berry Vodka Jell-O shots

For this year's 4th of July party, you're sure to decorate with all things red, white and blue. Why not get into the patriotic spirit with your jel...

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Jul 3
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Mango Mojito

Who wants a Mango Mojito??? I know I do!

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Jun 28
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Berry Spritzer

This delicious berry spritzer cocktail is the perfect summer drink.

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Apr 18
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Watermelon Lemonade

Imagine cooling down with a nice, cold glass of classic lemonade in the middle of a lazy summer day. It's a great thought, right? Now throw in ...

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Jan 18
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Sweetheart Chocolate Martini

Drink to happily ever after with this liquid dessert. Drizzle the glass with dark chocolate ice cream topping or melted dark and white chocolat...

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Jan 18
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Very Raspberry Frappes

A perfectly balanced ratio of fruit to milk to gelato creates a frothy dessert that's too thick for a straw but perfect for a spoon -- and for ...

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