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Classic Daiquiri with Video!!

Did you know that a classic daiquiri is not a blended drink?  That came as a surprise to me.  I thought daiquiris were those fruity, slushy drinks that you get out of a big machine at a bar or restaurant.  Those slushy drinks taste good, but you really need to try a classic daiquiri.  I […]

Classic Old Fashioned

Do you enjoy a really good Old Fashioned?  Well here is the recipe plus some tips for making this the classic way. Use good quality whiskey.  It doesn’t have to break the bank but it should be something in the mid–range that is smooth.  Rye was the original alcohol used in this drink, but over […]

Pina Colada With Video!!

July 10th is national Pina Colada Day so Happy Pina Colada Day! Let me tell you, this is a fantastic recipe!  It’s sweet, creamy, has the perfect balance of pineapple and coconut and really packs a punch!!  This is so much better than any Pina Colada you would be served on vacation.  It’s all the […]

Orange Bourbon Smash

This drink is delicious and surprisingly refreshing. Cheers! Ingredients: 2 oz. Bourbon .5 oz. Maple Syrup 1 Whole Orange cut up into slices Champagne Add the orange slices to the cocktail shaker.  Muddle the orange in the shaker cup to get all of the juices released.  Add ice, bourbon and maple syrup.  Shake really well […]

Bahama Mama Recipe with Video!!

Is there anything better than sitting on a beautiful beach with your toes in the sand and drink in hand?  Well I can’t help with the beach part, but I can give you a delicious recipe to make the best Bahama Mama you will ever try!  Please watch the short video for details. Recipe is […]

Rasmopolitan Cocktail

Who doesn’t enjoy a perfectly made martini?  How about this raspberry inspired martini? Ingredients: 2 oz. Raspberry Vodka 1 oz. Chambord 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice 1 oz. Simple Syrup 2 oz. Cranberry Juice Put ice in a cocktail shaker and add the vodka, Chambord, lime juice, simple syrup and cranberry juice.  Shake well (at […]

Alabama Slammer

Anyone remember the Alabama Slammer?  This would have been a staple at Crimson Tide tailgate parties (maybe still is?).  It’s fruity, delicious and packs a punch! Please do not try to substitute regular gin for Sloe gin.  Sloe gin is different.  It is a sweet gin based liqueur that is flavored with blackthorn plums and […]

Prickly Pear Refresher

Ya’ll!  As I write this, it is so hot outside.  Too miserable to go outside.  I feel for those who have to work outside.  I have no idea how they do it in weather like this.   Anywho, I was looking for a recipe to try my new Western Son Prickly Pear Vodka, but I couldn’t […]

Blueberry Lemonade Mule with Video

Recipe for 1 Serving 2 oz. Blueberry Vodka or unflavored vodka ** 2 oz. Fresh or Frozen Blueberries that have been thawed (1/4 cup) 2 oz. Ginger Beer 1 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice **Double the blueberries if you are using an unflavored vodka Recipe for 4 Servings 1 Cup Blueberry Vodka or unflavored vodka ** […]

Best Mojitos 2 Ways

For an in depth quick tutorial for the best way to make mojitos, watch the video. Ingredients: 2 oz. White Rum 10 mint leaves 1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice 1/2 to 1 oz. Simple Syrup (depending on tartness of limes) 2 oz. Soda or Sparkling Water I. Remove about 10 mint leaves from the stem […]