Homemade Lemonade Concentrate
A refreshing balance of sweet and tart, this storable concentrate allows you to simply add water and mix up a glass or two whenever the mood strikes. Because personal preference varies, adjustments are provided for sweeter and tarter variations. The lemonade stand is one of the most iconic summertime images, and for good reason.…
Summer Shandy (Cocktail or Mocktail)
Equal parts light beer and lemonade create the easiest drink and can be modified in several delicious ways. Mildly sweet with a hint of tang and so very refreshing! Crisp and refreshing with a hint of sweetness, there’s something special about a Shandy on a warm evening. The 2-ingredient drink is effortless to mix and…
Cheers to Non-Alcoholic Beers!
Have you heard the buzz about non-alcoholic beers? We decided to taste a few to see what the hype is all about, and we were pleasantly surprised. Let’s just say O’Doul’s isn’t the only option anymore! I’m what people call a lightweight. My tolerance to alcohol is so low that even the All Day…
Mexican Mule (and several mule variations)
A cross between the classic Moscow mule and the much-loved Margarita, this refreshing cocktail requires just four ingredients and may just become the drink of the season! As I was reading up on some food history recently, I stumbled upon a curious newspaper article from 2016. While at a cocktail convention (who knew?),…
Grapefruit Gimlet
A delightful balance of sweet and tart, this eye-catching twist on the classic cocktail requires just three simple ingredients. The refreshing drink is also easy to customize with other liquors and flavors, and I’ve included a few of my favorites. Most winters around this time, I begin looking forward to an annual trip to…
Pomegranate Martini (with sparkler and mocktail variations)
Fruity yet not overly sweet, this martini is delightfully crisp and refreshing—and not too potent! And ever wonder how to make crushed ice, or better yet, “soft” ice? I’ve included the easy how-to! mar·ti·ni (märˈtēnē): a cocktail made from gin (or vodka) and dry vermouth, typically garnished with an olive or a twist of lemon.…
Apple Bourbon Smash
Warm notes of bourbon complement the sweetness of apples in this lightly effervescent cocktail that takes a mere minute to make. Prefer a mocktail? Just skip the bourbon! Over the years, I’ve tended towards a simple glass of wine over a mixed drink. But an occasional cocktail can be a fun mealtime addition, and lately…
The Best Thanksgiving Cocktail & Dessert Recipes
The Best Thanksgiving Cocktail & Dessert Recipes is part of my Thanksgiving Recipe Playbook, which is full of family and reader favorite Thanksgiving recipes that will cover all your holiday bases! Our Favorite Thanksgiving Cocktail & Dessert Recipes
Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
There may be no shortage of pumpkin spice lattes in this world, but now you can make them at home, with tea or coffee, iced or hot, and with several other customizable options. You may even find that the homemade version tastes fresher…and at a fraction of the usual price! I adore coffee and pumpkin, but I…
Homemade Limoncello
Bring the Amalfi Coast to you with this easy-to-make Italian liqueur. The lightly sweet, lemony flavor is perfect as a mixer or an after-dinner drink and makes a festive holiday or hostess gift. 🍋 My mother-in-law introduced me to this light-tasting, lemony Italian liqueur several years ago after she and my father-in-law traveled to the…
Aperol Spritz
Bright orange in color, lightly sweet, and crisply refreshing, an Aperol spritz conjures up the taste of summer all year round. This simple formula guarantees a perfectly balanced cocktail every time. No cocktail shaker required! A really good Aperol spritz conjures up images of sitting on a piazza in Italy (or maybe your front…
Elderberry Iced Tea
Thirst-quenching tea doubles as a refreshing home remedy thanks to elderberries and their natural ability to fight cold and flu viruses. I’ve been taking a teaspoonful of homemade elderberry syrup before breakfast every morning for about a year now. I fear I will jinx myself by saying this (!), but I have…
