Gorgeous Glassware Picks To Dress Up Your Bar Cart—And Your Holiday Cocktails
If the holiday season finds you mixing up stunning cocktails, then you 100% need glassware that’s just as dramatic. But if you’re busy planning holiday dinners and shopping for gifts for your friends and fam, you might find it hard to dedicate time to finding some fresh glassware to add to your bar cart. And trust me, there are an infinite number of glassware options online. So, to make things a bit easier for you, I’ve compiled a list of my favorite picks. And the best thing is they’re perfect for the holidays and beyond.
I Tried Applebee’s New Holiday Menu—And Their Take On The Espresso Martini Is A Game-Changer
Holiday cocktails are hands-down one of my favorite ways to celebrate this time of year. They’re a fun pick-me-up, and a great way to enjoy some downtime between holiday shopping and party hopping. And they seem to be everywhere this year, from chain restaurants to more upscale digs, you’d be hard-pressed to find a restaurant that doesn’t have a handful of festival cocktails on its menu.
Applebee’s happens to be one of those restaurants rolling out new sips during “the most wonderful time of the year.” In total, they have five new cocktails. And I was lucky enough to try all of them.
I Tried The Parkside Flask—And I’m Convinced It’s The Must-Have Gift For Your Wine Crew
In case you haven’t wandered into a TJMaxx, Macy’s or any other retail store lately, let me be the first to tell you that holiday shopping season is already in full swing. I can shop for myself all day, but there’s a certain level of anxiety that comes with shopping for other people. And if you’ve got a particularly picky friend circle, you might be dealing with some added shopping pressure.
With those expectations, you’ve probably fallen down at least one rabbit hole trying to find a gift that feels thoughtful without sending you into a full-on holiday spiral. Along the way recently, the Parkside Flask landed on my radar. It’s a sleek, practical little gem that holds an entire bottle of wine and includes two tumblers that are attached to the bottle.
Guinness Drops A Decadent New Beer-And-Cookie Collab With Last Crumb Bakery—Here's How To Find It
Santa is about to have the time of his life on Christmas Eve because boozy cookies are already all the rave this holiday season. Shortly after Baileys announced that it was partnering with NYC’s Funny Face Bakery to release a pack of sugar cookies infused with the flavor of Irish cream liqueur, Guinness has shared similar news. Move over milk and cookies, it’s time for beer and cookies to make its boozy debut.
To make your holiday season extra cheery, Guinness has linked with fan-fave bakery Last Crumb on a collection of limited-edition cookies. The collection of sweet treats is comprised of cookies that are baked with the flavor of Guinness along with cookies that pair perfectly with a pint of Guinness.
Baileys Is Partnering With A Popular Bakery To Release Boozy Cookies Infused With The Flavor Of Real Irish Cream
Want to really spoil Santa this year? Swap your usual milk and cookies for Baileys’ boozy holiday cookies. That’s right, Baileys Original Irish Cream has partnered with New York City's Funny Face Bakery on a pack of holiday cookies that are infused with the flavor of the popular cream liqueur. Only available to those 21+, the Baileys Swap the Small Talk Pack features seven decadent cookies perfect for snacking. And they’re described as being ultra-dunkable when paired with one of Baileys holiday cocktails.
In the pack, you’ll find iced sugar cookies adorned with cheeky sayings like “ILY Grandma but don’t f**king touch my Baileys” and “All I want for the holidays is dual income, no kids, & a glass of Baileys.”
This Popular Chef's Restaurant Is Serving A Toasted S’mortini That’s The Coziest Drink You’ll Sip All Season
It’s not often that I get to talk about my favorite restaurants here in Atlanta on LUSHWORTHY, so I’m super excited to highlight one of my faves: Marcus Bar & Grille. Although the Marcus Samuelsson-owned restaurant is known for a drink menu filled with fruit-forward cocktails inspired by the Southeast and the Caribbean, they’re getting a little cozy with a new sip. Just in time for the holiday season, Marcus Bar & Grille has introduced its new Toasted S’mortini, a cocktail that’s incredibly dessert-forward.
Described as a “decadent, fireside-ready sip that tastes like grown-up s’mores in a glass,” the Toasted S’mortini is an inviting combination of New Amsterdam Vodka, chocolate liqueur, Kahlúa and cream.
Aperol’s New Winter Merch Collection Is The Perfect Companion For Spritz-Fueled Après-Ski Weekends
If you’re stumped on what to get your Aperol Spritz-loving friend for the holidays, you’re in luck because Aperol just dropped a winter merch collection that’s loaded with cold-weather crowd-pleasers. Seriously, there are at least four things I know I want (hello, thermal leggings). The winter merch drop is just one component of the first-ever Aperolidays, a modern celebration that brings Aperol's signature Italian aperitivo culture to year-end celebrations.
Among the standouts in the colorful merch collection are a cozy navy crewneck ($60), an adorable Aperol Spritz keychain coin pouch ($35) and a knit scarf that’s guaranteed to take your après-ski ‘fit to next levels ($30).
Princess Cruises Partners With Iconic Mexico City Bar To Debut Five Exclusive Cocktails At Sea
If you’ve ever been to Mexico City, then you likely know that the cocktail bars in that destination are top notch. But if you’re unable to get to Mexico City anytime soon, you can still experience one of the city’s hottest bars thanks to an unexpected, new partnership. Last week, Princess Cruises announced that it was partnering with the award-winning Handshake Speakeasy to introduce five exclusive, bespoke cocktails. Given that Handshake Speakeasy was named The Best Bar in North America by World's 50 Best Bars for two consecutive years, this is a huge deal for cocktail enthusiasts.
This Popular Wing Spot Just Dropped A New Menu Item Inspired By A Spicy Margarita
Any spicy margarita fans in the house? I’m happy for you guys, but me personally, I’m not a big fan of heat in my cocktails. But spicy foods on the other hand? My absolute favorite. That’s exactly why there’s a new cocktail-inspired collaboration that quickly peaked my interest. This week, Wingstop revealed that it’s releasing a limited-time flavor inspired by a spicy margarita. That bold new flavor is Fiery Lime, a saucy combination of red chili heat and tangy lime zest that channels a spicy marg.
With so many restaurants embracing typical holiday flavors this season, Wingstop admitted that it wanted to do things a little different with its unique new offering.
Four Walls Whiskey Is Funding Your Next Hangout With Free Uber Codes And Grants
Did you know that it costs roughly $250 each month to hangout with your friends? Honestly, I’m not even surprised. It seems like venturing outside with my pals for just a couple of hours comes with a hefty $100 price tag ($25 cocktails anyone?). Although it’s harder than ever to link up these days, Rob, Charlie and Glenn of Four Walls Irish American Whiskey—and the stars of my fave It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia—want you to pledge to hang with your gang.
And this isn’t just any ol’ pledge. Rob, Charlie and Glenn are putting their money with their whiskey is by offering some pretty cool incentives for those who those who take the pledge, including free Uber codes, grant money and party bundles.