This pretty-in-pink summer drink is like a Pimm's cup with a French accent. The muddled cucumber with its watery flesh, sweet strawberry, and gin mixture is not only refreshing but can be also made ahead...
Author: Martha Stewart
These are a bit labor intensive but worth it. Fresh limes and a good lime squeezer are a must.
Author: JACKSMOM
Light and refreshing, this mango mojito is perfect for summer... or whatever excuse you need to enjoy a refreshing rum drink. Try to enjoy your drink without others stealing it.
Author: petradraconis
This drink is a little dangerous since it goes down so easily, tasting just like a root beer soda.
Author: Scott M.
This refreshing blood orange martini cocktail recipe is a great way to relax during summer happy hour.
Author: Martha Stewart
This pineapple cocktail is a tropical take on the trendy Moscow mule.
Author: UncannyValley
This delightful cocktail was a hit at the country club where we had my cousin's bridal shower. As soon they tasted mine, everyone was up there ordering one from the bartender.
Author: Tiara1971
Sherry comes in many styles that vary in body and color. This cocktail calls for amontillado, which is light and naturally dry -- a savory contrast to sweet, seasonal fruit. Chill the concoction as you...
Author: Martha Stewart
Bursting with sweet syrup, sour cherries impart a vivid fruit flavor to this retro-style cocktail. Curls of lemon zest add a bit of zing to the whiskey's hints of rich oak.
Author: Martha Stewart
Calling all pickle lovers! Kick up your Bloody Mary with loads of pickle flavor! Serve with your favorite garnishes - the possibilities are endless! I like to serve with a skewer of pickled onion, pickled...
Author: France C
We're here to tell you that cantaloupe has a lot going for it. Fragrant, sweet, and a touch creamy, it is a perfect pairing for the basil-infused syrup and tart grapefruit juice that it is blended with...
Author: Riley Wofford
This tart and bracing shot is just like the lemon drop candy, except for adults only!
Author: Allrecipes
This is a delicious watermelon margarita recipe that's easy to double for a large crowd for cocktail hour.
Author: Martha Stewart
Sounds strange and dangerous...well it is dangerous, but it tastes great! Margarita salted glass optional.
Author: MDPORTER
This is a basic margarita recipe. You can add your favorite fresh fruits to flavor it. Fresh strawberry or mango are good choices. For a little something different, try granulated sugar rims on the glasses...
Author: P
For those who like a little candy in their drinks - creme de cacao and chocolate syrup are shaken with vodka and ice.
Author: sal
An aperitif like this Pernod-Bourbon Spritz (pictured on the right) helps to stimulate the appetite, just the thing for before a celebratory feast like Thanksgiving. The two powerful ingredients, anise-flavored...
Author: Shira Bocar
A margarita with more zing, this tropical cocktail gets its boozy kick from tequila and the orange-flavored liqueur Grand Marnier.
Author: Martha Stewart
Gin and tonics are one of my favorite cocktails, but I often like experimenting with different add-ins instead of the traditional lime wedge. The salt from the preserved lemon really brings out the natural...
Author: France C
The flavor of thyme in this lemonade lends an unexpected grown-up flair to a summer favorite.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fun to serve in the summer for special gatherings or cocktail parties. Given to me from Dottie, a long time friend and sorority sister. Garnish with lemon slices and sprigs of mint.
Author: PJ's kitchen
Turn any gathering into happy hour with this refreshing drink. Pair it with our Open-faced Shrimp Quesadilla when the occasion calls for an appetizer.
Author: Martha Stewart
A family favorite served on holidays taken a step further to become my favorite after-dinner drink. This recipe requires a sieve. Trust me, if you don't have one, then go out and get one because you'll...
Author: caustichild
We were at a restaurant one fall, and this drink was on the menu. My brother asked the ingredients, then made multiple iterations at home until he got the recipe just right. The combination sounds odd,...
Author: spjeffer
This festive cocktail is perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday.
Author: ERIKIM21
The good news is that the least expensive tequila makes the best margaritas, but you must use freshly squeezed lime juice.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is the all-time best vodka drink. It was invented by myself and my girlfriend at the time. It was such a hit, the bartender made us name it and immediately added it to the special board that evening....
Author: KENINNY
To get the party started, stir or shake up a round of these festive drinks.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is the non-frozen version of my watermelon margaritas. These are so amazing and refreshing on hot summer days. To make a virgin version, omit the tequila and use a lemon-lime soda.
Author: RainbowJewels
If you've ever thought about drinking your candy, then this is the recipe for you. This whimsical martini is perfect for Easter, or frankly any place where friends gather.
Author: The Gruntled Gourmand
This is a pre-dinner drink is also popular as a nightcap. The almond flavor of Amaretto softens the bite of the scotch. A wonderful night summer Australian drink!
Author: Julianne
One of the oldest American cocktails, the mint julep originated in Virginia and was popularized in Kentucky. The two states have bickered over the proper way to prepare one for the past 200 years. No matter:...
Author: Martha Stewart
This potent combination of five different spirits and liquors is sweetened with simple syrup and cola for a dangerously delicious party potable.
Author: Allrecipes
Refreshing tiki flavors mingle in this delicious reinterpretation of the classic daiquiri.
Author: Matt Wencl
Fresh ginger adds sharpness and complexity to classic margaritas in this refreshing cocktail recipe from Jean Georges bartender Peter Okkerse.
Author: Martha Stewart
Tired of mediocre margaritas with stomach-upsetting sour mix? Try this perfect margarita recipe on the rocks!
Author: Amy L Drouillard
The best cocktail to impress your friends on a whim.
Author: Karlee Kay Arnold
Author: Martha Stewart
There's no alcohol in our recipe for a cucumber drink flavored with mashed mint leaves and lime, but this lightly sweet beverage is more refreshing than any cocktail.
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe for Watermelon Mojito is a perfect cocktail for the summertime.
Author: Martha Stewart
Lemon-lime soda is spiked with whiskey, triple sec and a dash of sweet and sour mix. This was given to me by my aunt, it's divine!
Author: Michael Charles
Have a romantic night in, and toast each other with a colorful cocktail. Stir pomegranate juice into vodka, add simple syrup, and pour over ice. Topped off with sparkling wine and a sprinkling of jewel-like...
Author: Martha Stewart
These refreshing cocktails are made with gin and either yellow or red plums.
Author: Martha Stewart