The Cocktail Collection Drops A Zesty New Lemon Martini—And A Holiday Tablescape To Match
As much as I love channeling my creativity into mixing up delicious cocktails, it can be tiring. That’s why a bottle of sparkling wine or a ready-to-serve cocktail have always been my best friends. They’re no-fuss, and if you choose wisely, they’re also delicious. And just in time for the hectic holiday season, The Cocktail Collection has unveiled its newest ready-to-serve cocktail, the Ketel One Lemon Drop Martini. The martini is crafted with Ketel One Vodka, real lemon juice and sweetener to create “the perfect balance of tart and smooth.”
Blake Lively Just Gave NYC’s Most Famous Frozen Hot Chocolate A Boozy Makeover—Here’s How To Find It
I lived in New York City for nearly five years and I’m ashamed to say that in that time, I never had the chance to visit Serendipity3. A sweet staple since 1954, Serendipity3 is a whimsical restaurant known for its over-the-top desserts and famous Frrrozen Hot Chocolate. Their frosty take on frozen hot chocolate is made from a secret blend of 14 different cocoas, milk, sugar and ice. The finished drink is then loaded with whipped cream and chocolate shavings. I’m still kicking myself for having never tried it.
Serendipity3 already serves several spiked versions of their Frrrozen Hot Chocolate, but the dessert just got a boozy upgrade thanks to actress Blake Lively.
The Only Cream Liqueur Worth Pouring This Holiday Season—And It Tastes Just Like Crème Brûlée
I’m a cream liqueur girly. I recall very early on seeing my mom and aunts sipping on their Baileys over ice. Something about them daintily swirling their ice cubes around seemed so sophisticated. And once I was finally old enough to try Baileys for myself, I was immediately hooked. It was like dessert in a glass, but it still had some serious bite to it. So I’ve always gone out of my way to try new cream liqueurs. Just a few months ago, I purchased a limoncello cream liqueur while at the airport in Milan, Italy. It was so good we demolished it in less than an hour. Seriously.
TGI Fridays Just Announced Its First-Ever Holiday Pop-Up—And The Menu Is Loaded With Festive Cocktails
I see you, TGI Fridays! After recently firing back at competitors on social media, the restaurant isn’t stopping there—they’ve just made a major announcement. Looks like chain restaurants are finally embracing the holiday pop-up trend: say “hello” to TGI Elf Days at TGI Fridays, a first-of-its-kind, immersive seasonal takeover. Beginning now, and lasting until January 25, select restaurant locations nationwide will be transformed into magical winter wonderlands. Diners can expect signature elves, interactive experiences, festive menus and over-the-top holiday décor.
Delicious Friendsgiving Cocktails That’ll Keep The Gratitude And The Good Vibes Flowing
Can I make a confession? Okay, here goes…I like Friendsgiving wayyy more than I do Thanksgiving. I have so much fun when my friends host Friendsgiving. It’s always a great vibe. The food is a hit. Drinks are on point. And there’s always a bunch of crazy games to keep the fun going late into the evening. And while I love a traditional Thanksgiving meal, Friendsgiving also opens the door to different kinds of cuisine. For instance, one year, my friend and I hosted Phosgiving. We had pho, and other Asian-inspired bites. Needless to say, it was a hit. And the possibilities really are endless—brunch, pizza party, martini hour…go crazy.
Matthew & Camila McConaughey Love This Twist On The Espresso Martini—And You Can Find It At STK
It was just a few blog posts ago when I declared that if you haven’t been experimenting with different liquors for your Espresso Martini, then you’re missing out. And it looks like there’s a celebrity couple that happens to agree with me. Matthew and Camila McConaughey are keeping the spooky vibes going with the announcement of their twist on the Espresso Martini, which they’ve cleverly dubbed “Howling At The Moon.” The hauntingly smooth cocktail is created with the couple’s Pantalones Organic Tequila. You can find Howling At The Moon on the menu at STK locations nationwide.
A New Study Reveals The Best Airport For A Boozy Layover—And It’s Not Where You’d Think
For me, part of the excitement of traveling is getting to the airport a couple of hours early, grabbing a cocktail or two, and partaking in some next-level people watching. And my home airport, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, is an absolute gem for bar hopping and people watching. I mean, we even have our own Fat Tuesdays daiquiri bar. Surprisingly though, according to Upgraded Points, it’s not the best airport for a boozy layover.
As part of an intriguing new study, Upgraded Points analyzed 50 of the largest U.S. airports to identify where travelers can most easily find quality drinks and lively bar scenes
Jeni’s Is Bringing Back A Fan-Favorite Boozy Eggnog Ice Cream For The Holidays
If you’re a fan of both boozy eggnog and ice cream, then I’m about to make your holiday season even brighter. Jeni’s Ice Creams just announced its newest holiday collection, and the brand is once again bringing back its Boozy Eggnog flavor. The richly decadent ice cream is described as “a velvety egg custard spiked with nutmeg and Uncle Nearest Whiskey.”
I had the chance to sample Jeni’s Boozy Eggnog a few years ago, and I can confirm that it is dangerously good. It’s absolutely reminiscent of an ice cold glass of your favorite boozy eggnog. And with the addition of Uncle Nearest Whiskey, there’s just the right amount of warm spice and buttery caramel notes.
Omni Hotels’ Blitzen’s Bar Holiday Pop-Up Is Back—Find Out If It’s Coming To Your City
Blitzen’s Bar, Omni Hotels & Resorts’ holiday pop-up, was a runaway success last year and is returning this month (November 28), now expanding to even more cities! Guests visiting this season are in for a treat, as the entire drink menu is crafted by mixologist Julie Reiner, who also appeared on Netflix’s 2022 mixology competition, Drink Masters.
“Keep that elfish twinkle in your eyes and get ready for a festive, boozy wonderland. It's time to mark your calendars because this seasonal delight is coming back to town! This holiday season, Omni Hotels & Resorts is proud to partner with renowned mixologist, bar owner and author Julie Reiner, bringing her award-winning expertise and exclusive cocktail recipes to Blitzen’s across select Omni properties,” reads a description on the Omni website.
Ole Smoky’s New Moonshine Advent Calendar Is The Only Thing On My Holiday Wish List
Holiday advent calendars have exploded over the past few years. From makeup to wine, you’d be hard-pressed to find a product that doesn’t have its own advent calendar. And now, Ole Smoky is joining in on the holiday fun. The moonshine and flavored whiskey brand has just announced its 12 Days of Moonshine Minis Holiday Pack. The advent-style calendar, which is packaged as a festive holiday-themed box, features windows that can be opened to explore and discover new flavors from Ole Smoky.
I love a good surprise, so I won’t give too much away, but among the flavors you’ll find in the advent calendar are Strawberry and Apple Pie (and there may or may not also be some cream moonshine offerings).