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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 12 Santa's White Russian
Santa is sure to love this Cocktail on Christmas Eve! For Day 12 we bring you Santa's White Russian. Santa's White Russian 1.5 ounces Vodka 1 ounce Kahlúa 2 ounces Egg Nog Gingerbread Man for garnish Step 1: Fill a rocks glass with ice. Step 2: Add 1.5 ounces of Vodka, 1 ounce of Kahlúa, and 2 ounces of Egg Nog. Give it a stir to mix everything together. Step 3: Add a gingerbread man or cookie of your choosing for garnish. We hope you enjoyed our 12 days of cocktai
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 11 Hazelnut Espresso Martini
If you need a holiday boost, this Hazelnut Espresso Martini will give you pep in your step. Hazelnut Espresso Martini 1.5 ounces Vodka 0.5 ounce Frangelico 1 shot Espresso Step 1: In a cocktail shaker , add ice, 1.5 ounces vodka, half ounce of Frangelico, and 1 shot of espresso. Step 2: Seal and shake until properly chilled. Step 3: Strain into a martini glass. Garnish with espresso beans. DISCLOSURE: This site contains affiliate links, meaning we get a commission if you de
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 10 Hot Toddy
If you're looking to chase away the cold weather or you're feeling under the weather, the Hot Toddy will cure what ails you. Hot Toddy 4 ounces hot water 2 ounces Bourbon 0.5 ounce Honey 0.5-1.0 ounce Lemon Juice 1 cinnamon stick 1 star anise 4 cloves 1 lemon wheel for garnish Step 1: Boil water. We use a Capresso Electric Glass Kettle to boil our water. Step 2: In a mug, add 2 ounces of bourbon, 0.5 ounce of honey, 0.5 to 1 ounce of lemon juice, cinnamon stick, star anise
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 9 Cranberry Limoncello Spritz
If you're looking for something lighter this holiday season, the Cranberry Limoncello Spritz is a perfect crowd pleaser. Cranberry Limoncello Spritz 3 ounces Prosecco 2 ounces Limoncello 2 ounces Cranberry Juice 1 ounce of club soda Step 1: In a wine glass, add ice, 3 ounces of Prosecco, 2 ounces of Limoncello, 2 ounces of cranberry juice, and 1 ounce of club soda. Step 2: Stir together and garnish with fresh cranberries. DISCLOSURE: This site contains affiliate links, meani
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 8 Mom's Peruvian Ponche
When I was little, my mom and Abuelita would make this Peruvian Ponche during the holiday season (Non-Alcoholic version for me). It's a like a drinkable meringue, or their version of a fresh egg nog. Mom's Peruvian Ponche 1 ounce Pisco 1 egg white 1 egg yolk Heavy Tablespoon of Sugar Splash of Vanilla (optional) Nutmeg for garnish Step 1: Crack an egg and separate the white from the yolk. Using a hand mixer , beat the egg whites in a mixing bowl until they from stiff peaks.
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 7 Holiday Spiced Margarita
We enjoy a margarita any time of year, but this Holiday Spiced Margarita brings the essence of the season to your taste buds. Holiday Spiced Margarita 2 ounces Tequila 3/4 ounce Cointreau 1/2 ounce Agave Syrup 1 ounce Cranberry Juice Juice from half a lime 4-6 cloves 2 dashes of ground cinnamon Fresh cranberries and cinnamon stick for garnish Step 1: In a cocktail shaker , add ice, 2 ounces tequila, 3/4 ounce Cointreau, 1/2 ounce Agave, 1 ounce cranberry juice, juice from hal
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 6 Boozy Hot Chocolate
After coming in from the cold, treat yourself with a Boozy Hot Chocolate! Boozy Hot Chocolate 1 cup prepared hot chocolate using milk of your choosing 1.5 ounces of Baileys Garnish with whipped cream and cookie man Step 1: Heat the milk of your choosing and prepare hot chocolate according to the product instructions. Step 2: Add 1.5 ounces of Baileys and stir. Step 3: Top with whipped cream. And for a fun garnish, we use the Trader Joe's Cookie Mug Hangers, they look like li
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 5 Mrs. Claus' Lemon Drop
Mrs. Claus deserves a break too, and for day 5 we bring you Mrs. Claus' Lemon Drop. Mrs. Claus' Lemon Drop 2 ounces Vodka 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup 1 ounce Lemon Juice 3/4 ounce Cranberry Juice Step 1: In a cocktail shaker with ice, add 2 ounces vodka, 1/2 ounce simple syrup, 1 ounce lemon juice, and 3/4 ounce cranberry juice. Step 2: Seal the lid and shake vigorously. Step 3: Strain into a coupe or cocktail glass. Garnish with 3 cranberries on a cocktail skewer . Enjoy! DISCL
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 4 Rob Roy
For Day 4, we bring you the Rob Roy. It's a classic cocktail that is sure to warm you up by the fire. Here's how to make it: Rob Roy 2 ounces Scotch Whisky 3/4 ounce Sweet Vermouth 3 dashes Angostura Bitters Brandied Cherry for Garnish Step 1: In a cocktail mixing glass, add 2 ounces Scotch, 3/4 ounce Sweet Vermouth, and 3 dashes of Angostura Bitters. Step 2: Add ice and stir for roughly 20-30 seconds. Step 3: Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a brandied
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 3 Cookie Espresso Martini
For Day 3, here's a tasty twist on an espresso martini for whiskey lovers. This Cookie Espresso Martini cocktail is the perfect pick me up to get through gift wrapping. Cookie Espresso Martini 1.5 ounces of Dough Ball Whiskey 1 shot of espresso 1 ounce Kahlúa Step 1: In a cocktail shaker with ice, add 1.5 ounces of Dough Ball Whiskey, 1 shot of espresso, and 1 ounce of Kahlúa. Step 2: Seal the lid and shake vigorously until chilled. Step 3 : Strain into a martini glas
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 2 Blueberry Tea
To warm you up on a cold winter night, we bring you the Blueberry Tea. The first thing to know about the blueberry tea is that it contains no blueberries, but the combination of flavors evokes a berry like taste. Here's how you make it: Blueberry Tea 6 ounces of Earl Grey Tea 3/4 ounce of Amaretto 3/4 ounce of Grand Marnier Step 1: Boil water in a kettle and brew your Black tea of choice, we used Earl Grey. Step 2: Add 3/4 ounce of Amaretto and 3/4 ounce of Grand Marni
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12 Days of Cocktails: Day 1 Christmas Mule
To celebrate this holiday season, we will be featuring a cocktail each day through Christmas Eve. We hope you enjoy these as much as we do. To start it off on day 1 is the Christmas Mule, a delicious holiday twist on the Moscow Mule. Christmas Mule 1.5 ounces Vodka 1 ounce Cranberry Juice 0.5 ounce Lime Juice (about half a lime) 2-3 dashes of Orange Bitters 4 ounces Ginger Beer Fresh cranberries for garnish Step 1: Fill a copper mug with ice. Step 2: Add 1.5 ounces of vod
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From Dusk Till Dawn Cocktail
This cocktail is loaded with flavor and is sure to satisfy your thirst like a vampire on Halloween. The From Dusk Till Dawn Cocktail has an unusual mix of ingredients that has elements of a Bloody Mary, Vampiro and a Margarita. Here's how you make it: From Dusk Till Dawn 2 ounces Mezcal 2 ounces Clamato 1 ounce Pomegranate Juice 1/2 oz Lime Juice 1 dash Orange Bitters 1-2 dashes of Tabasco 1-2 dashes of Tajin Ice Step 1: Add ice to a glass and a cocktail shaker . Step 2: In
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Black Tooth Grin
We've posted a bunch of cocktail recipes, but we haven't done a good shot recipe yet. So here is a tasty shot called the Black Tooth Grin that is sure to please everyone. It was a favorite of late guitarist Dimebag Darrell. Here's how you make it: Black Tooth Grin 1.5 ounces Crown Royal 1 dash of Coke Cola Ice Step 1: Add ice to a cocktail shaker with as many shots as you'd like of Crown Royal. If you're on a budget, Seagram's 7 will work in place of Crown Royal. Shaker
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Ramos Gin Fizz
The Ramos Gin Fizz is a famous New Orleans Cocktail that seems to be every patron's dream and every bartender's nightmare. When made the...
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Black Velvet Cocktail
If you're looking for an unusual stout based cocktail on St Patty's Day, you should try a Black Velvet. It's a cocktail that combines...
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Classic Daiquiri
It's been a gloomy winter so far this year and we're missing summer. A classic daiquiri is a nice little reminder of warmer weather....
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Boulevardier
This past summer my fiancé was making himself a Negroni and wanted me to try one. I am not a fan of gin and he let me know there's an...
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Witches' Brew Margarita
Here's an enchanting margarita recipe that is sure to cast a spell on you! This smoked rosemary pomegranate margarita, that we call the...
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Full Moon Sour
This delicious and foamy cocktail will have you howling at the moon. It's a vodka sour variation that has an herbal flavor with a silky...
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Watermelon Mojito
This summer, the Mojito mint was thriving on our rooftop garden. We couldn't let it go to waste, so we've been trying to incorporate it...
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Caramel Nespresso Frappé
Starting your day with dessert doesn't sound like the healthiest choice in the morning, but our Caramel Nespresso Frappé recipe is guilt...
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Honey Oat milk Cold Brew
When you want to sweeten up your morning coffee routine, this honey oat milk iced cold brew recipe will hit the spot! Cold brew honey...
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Nespresso Recipes with Fairlife Milk
Start your day with a delicious lactose free Nespresso Cappuccino or Café Au Lait using Fairlife . The Fairlife milk brand removes...
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Nespresso Old Fashioned
This is a nice whiskey alternative to an espresso martini for those prefer bourbon to vodka. 2 oz Bourbon 1/2-3/4 oz brown sugar syrup 1...
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Nespresso Martini
Here's a tasty version of an espresso martini recipe using Nespresso coffee. This is the perfect cocktail for an after dinner treat or...
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The Pain Killer
The Pain Killer cocktail is a variation on a Piña Colada. We had one over the summer for the 1st time and decided to give it a go making...
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Fat Washing Spirits
We've been experimenting with fat washing our spirits. You can use different kinds of fats from bacon grease to butter. In our case, we...
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Smoked Old Fashioned
Here is a variation of an old fashioned cocktail to try with a smoker kit! 2 oz Bourbon 1 bar spoon full Simple Syrup 2 dashes Angostura...
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Nespresso Irish Coffee with Baileys Whipped Cream
A tasty Irish Cocktail that my family likes to end Saint Paddy's day with is an Irish Coffee. This is our twist on that tradition. A...
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