Making homemade flavored vodka takes only a little effort but produces impressive results. The pear-spiked liquor can be stored at room temperature for up to two months, but needs at least two weeks to...
When a crazy old lady hits you in the head with her purse...and she's carrying a Colt 45 in it...that's the kind of kick you want when you drink a bloody mary. I like it spicy, and I hope you do too. Add...
This improved version of the simple rum and Coke includes fresh lime juice for added complexity. It's believed to have been invented in Cuba in the early 1900s.
No blender needed for this lighter, more refreshing take on the classic poolside drink. Using minimal cream of coconut and coconut milk gives the cocktail just a hint of richness.
A bracing salted rim may be a tradition, but it can overwhelm the nuances of a good tequila. On the other hand, a touch of superfine sugar can be a nice complement to citrus-centered margaritas.
A blast from the past, this one was the house cocktail at NYC's Delmonico restaurant. It combines gin and cognac, sweet and dry vermouths, and bitters in a way that's boozy -- but excellent.
This frozen cocktail will instantly transport you to the tropics. Simply blend together a refreshing combination of ripe strawberries, bananas, and peaches, plus dark rum and orange liqueur. To freeze...
Peaches are incredibly delicious, especially caramelized on the grill and muddled with your favorite bourbon, grilled lemon, and mint. Strain over ice, make a toast to good times, and enjoy this totally...
Martha puts a twist on the classic Kentucky Derby drink by sweetening it with homemade lemon syrup. The bright citrus flavor complements the bourbon and fresh mint beautifully.
I like my drinks sour. Not like sour mix sour, actually sour. Nice and tart. And this really fits the bill. And, while it looks complicated (juice all those lime?! Really?), the results are worth it.
Inspired from the Italian Riviera, this drink transports you to the local piazza for the after-dinner aperitif. The blood orange, which is a native southern Mediterranean fruit, complements the bitterness...
Actually stumbled across this when making Fuzzy Navels. It was a suggested recipe. Thought it might be good to share...interesting. Great party drink. Scales well.
I combined some of my favorite flavors from my homeland into this "all things Canadian" cocktail, which might just leave you singing "O Canada"! Garnish with additional frozen berries, if desired.
At the end of the 19th century, Americans discovered one of Cuba's secrets: a simple combination of rum, sugar, and lime that achieved fame as the daiquiri, named after the town of the same name.
England's spin on the Christmas cocktail was the ancient beverage known as wassail, essentially Middle English for "cheers." The base alcohol was beer, mead, or wine, heated with sliced apples and spices...
This beverage is known for its 'sneak up and blow you away' power. There are many different versions, but I believe you will find mine a very good blend of rums, other alcoholic beverages and fruit juices....
After scouring the Internet in search of an extra-special cocktail for our Willy Wonka-themed backyard movie party, it became apparent that I would have to step into my cocktail laboratory and invent my...
This simple-to-make cordial is a perfect Christmas or Thanksgiving gift. Three ingredients, little preparation, and 22 days result in a colorful tart-sweet drink for after-dinner imbibing.
For cherry lovers everywhere, there's this gift-worthy Cherry-Cinnamon Liqueur which is fantastic in a spritz. The recipe calls for a pound of fresh or frozen cherries; include some sour ones for nuanced...
Don't let the rum sneak up on you in this refreshing tropical drink. Serve in cold glasses with a wedge of lime.From the book "Lucinda's Authentic Jamaican Kitchen," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Wiley).
My friend, Jane, shared this recipe at our Christmas Bash 2014. It was enjoyed by all. It is very simple to make this recipe as an adult version or a kid-friendly version. Serve over ice. Cheers!