This was the hit of my daughter's bridal shower brunch. I served 2 kinds of punch but had to make another batch of this one half way through the shower! One guest took the recipe and introduced it to her...
We made this punch for our second annual Kentucky Derby party. It was a hit! Not too strong, and the citrus was a great relief from the heat. Serve in a glass filled with ice.
If you think green tea is boring and tasteless, then this is something that could COMPLETELY change your mind. The sparkling fizz makes it taste fresh and feel good on your throat, while the sugar, lime,...
This is a mouthwatering vodka shot that tastes just like Mom's apple pie. Put entire shot in your mouth and swish back and forth a few times before swallowing.
For a quick iced latte, try whipping instant coffee granules and water until foamy. Then pour over cold milk for this delicious and refreshing coffee drink.
This is a wonderful alternative to regular eggnog. It doesn't have a real strong cranberry taste. It's very smooth tasting and has a pretty pink color! I may have entered this too late for this holiday...
A popular way to drink your martini back in the 1930s. And not a bad way to drink them now, either. Gin, dry vermouth, and a couple dashes of orange bitters.
This refreshing version of mint mojitos features a springtime kick of cucumber. We love these at special gatherings and summer barbeques. A pitcher of this can be made a few hours in advance--just add...
When you suspect you're done shaking this creamy gin drink, think again. You've only just begin. Keep shaking. Then shake some more. It's a beautiful cocktail, but you have to shake that juice and cream...
This is a dessert in a glass! The grenadine looks beautiful, plus it balances out the fruit juices to give it a wonderful full-body flavor, so don't skip this step! Garnishes are welcome, for example:...
A mixture of instant flavored coffee and instant hot cocoa that looks and tastes like it came from a cafe! Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon!
Great liqueur for Christmas drinking or Christmas gifts. Cranberry solids are great for making cranberry loafs (with a kick!) Very good served with soda water and orange juice.
My sister's friend gave her this recipe years ago to use at our parents' 25th wedding anniversary party. We never had a name for it other than Aileen's Punch! This is very refreshing and so easy to put...
A delicious start to your day. If I have extra I freeze it in ice cube trays so later I can just blend the cubes, so much better than wasting leftovers. My 2-year-old daughter loves it too!
If you have ever had a bowl of berries mixed with a little sugar and then topped with some whipping cream, you know that it is heavenly. If you haven't tried it before, maybe you shouldn't so that you...
A simple vodka lemonade that takes some elbow grease! I usually make this at a party with friends so I can pass the jar around because I usually get tired of shaking and my hands get cold. I usually put...
This frothy, blended espresso drink will wake you up and make you happy any time of day. Sweetened with caramel sauce and topped with whipped cream, this is one delicious frozen latte.
Similar to a Tom Collins, the John Collins is made with bourbon whiskey instead of gin, but still mixes in lemon juice, simple syrup, and club soda to make a refreshing cocktail. Serve with straws.
Warm and soothing hot drink that is a relaxing companion. Great for camping, hiking, or just to unwind the stress of your day. You can use decaf instant coffee if preferred. To use, mix 2 to 3 heaping...
Perfect and elegant for Thanksgiving or Christmas, this smooth "hot chocolate" deviation has been a favorite of ours for years. After it has been prepared, it can easily be kept warm in a large slow cooker...
This very old recipe utilizes the bane of homeowners: the dandelion! I found this in 1993 when a flood left our front yard full of beautiful, very large dandelions. The blossoms CANNOT have been sprayed...
These peach margaritas are based on the easy margarita recipe on this site. That recipe uses limeade, tequila, Cointreau®, and ice. Garnish as desired.
Flavored coffee creamers you buy at the grocery store make your coffee taste great but are quite expensive. It is so quick and easy to make your own at home. This amaretto coffee creamer will keep for...