Thanksgiving Cocktails So Good They’ll Make You Forget About The Mac And Cheese
If your favorite Thanksgiving side dish is an Espresso Martini, then I think we’re meant to be real good friends. Seriously though, so much time is spent on Thanksgiving side dishes, desserts and mains, that cocktails get put on the back burner (right next to that pot of burnt rice). Trust me, your guests are going to want to have something delightful to sip on before, during and after dinner. And honestly, as long as you’ve got the right ingredients, crafting a cocktail that’ll have your guests raving into the new year, is pretty simple.
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.
From Apple Cider Margaritas To Campfire Old Fashioneds, These Are Fall’s Coziest Cocktails
Does anyone else feel like October absolutely zoomed by? As the official start to fall (and my birthday month!), October is easily my favorite time of year. The heat and humidity are finally out the door, and all my fall faves like apple cider margaritas, boozy hot chocolate and mulled wine finally start to show themselves once again. Although we’re already chucking the deuces to October, I just want to offer a friendly reminder that fall doesn’t end until December 21. With that being said, we’ve still got plenty of time to indulge in our favorite seasonal sips. I even plan on making myself some mulled wine for Sunday Night Football this weekend!
Toast To Paradise With These ‘The White Lotus’ Inspired Cocktails
I don’t know about you all, but I’m sooo excited to take a trip to the beautiful beaches of Thailand as part of season three of The White Lotus. I traveled to Phuket years ago and absolutely loved it. And now, Koh Samui, where The White Lotus was filmed, is absolutely on my list. But in the meantime, I’ll be cozied up to my TV this Sunday eagerly waiting for the season premiere of the dark comedy.
And since a White Lotus-inspired cocktail is a must for the big night, Ketel One Vodka and Tanqueray Gin have teamed up with Max and HBO to create a pair of speciality cocktails, along with limited-edition cocktail kits.
13 Valentine’s Day Cocktails Guaranteed To Have You Feeling All The Love
Whether you’re kicking it solo this Valentine’s Day or you’re boo’d up, we all deserve a great cocktail to celebrate the holiday. To help make your celebration as seamless as possible (because you deserve!), I’ve compiled a list of 13 of my favorite Valentine’s Day cocktails. I included a bit of everything too! There are a few clever variations on the Espresso Martini, some celebratory bubbles, and cocktails that use romantic ingredients like rose water and chocolate bitters.
Cheers to a fun, flirty Valentine’s Day for all of us! And let me know what cocktail you choose to mix up!
Cold Weather Cocktails Guaranteed To Keep You Warm & Cozy This Season
If you’re ready to swap your Jalapeno Margarita for a Hot Toddy, now is the perfect time. As the weather changes, so does our palate. Gone is the desire for that fruity rum cocktail that transports you to the tropics. In its place is the longing for a toasty libation you can cozy up to your fireplace and a good book with.
I’ll be the first to admit that creating a hot cocktail can be a bit tricky if you’re new to it. Lucky for us, the folks at Dewar’s, Teeling, and Aviation Gin have whipped up some delectable cocktails you can easily recreate at home. What I love most about these winter-friendly cocktails is that they’re not made with a bunch of sugary mixers and other not-so-good-for-you additions. Instead, you’ll need ingredients like maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup.
“An Afternoon At Kilwins” Is The Dessert Cocktail We All Need
It was at Kilwins, a candy and ice cream shop here in Atlanta, where I first discovered my love for the combination of chocolate and orange. Although the shop is known for its massive candy apples coated in caramel, chocolate, marshmallows, sprinkles, and other candies, I gravitated towards a much tamer option: the chocolate covered orange peels. It was a surprising pull because my sweet tooth usually leans towards the absolutely decadent.
The Valentine’s Day Cocktail You Need Based On Your Dating Status
Regardless of your dating status, we could all use a little love this Valentine’s Day. And what better way to spread the love or show yourself a little love than with a delicious cocktail. Whether you’re rolling solo dolo this V-Day or you’re in a fully committed relationship, I’ve compiled a list of cocktails you should indulge in based on your dating status. Cheers!
Dating Status: Solo Dolo 💁♀️
Cocktail: CÎROC Pomegranate Sweetheart Cocktail (Pictured Above)
Ingredients
1.5 oz CÎROC Pomegranate
1.5 oz Hibiscus tea
1.5 oz Concentrate coffee brew
0.5 oz Grenadine
Directions
Add all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake for 6 to 8 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass and garnish.
Sip Away Your Winter Woes With This Refreshing Citrus Rum Punch
If there’s one thing you should know about me it’s that I’m an absolute rum punch fan. And the great thing about rum punch is there’s sooo many variations on this tropical sip. I actually had a completely different recipe in mind for my rum punch, and I may revisit it at some point, but the rum punch I crafted was my Fresh Citrus Rum Punch. I wanted to create something with ingredients that we all likely have, and I’m pretty sure we’re all stocked up on citrus right about now.
For the Fresh Citrus Rum Punch, I opted for a medley of freshly-squeezed fruit juices: orange, lemon and lime. For my rums, I chose spiced rum and coconut rum. And because this is the Fresh Citrus Rum Punch, I added a little Cointreau (orange liqueur) as well. Although I have a set recipe for the Fresh Citrus Rum Punch, feel free to play around with the ingredients. Add some freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice, swap out spiced rum for an aged rum, etc.
Firecracker Frosé Is Your New Favorite Boozy Slushie, Trust Me
It’s been a minute, but I finally stepped back into the Lushworthy Lab to work on some boozy, new creations this week. First up was my own personal take on the ultra-popular frosé wine cocktail. Although everyone has their own twist on frose’, it typically consists of frozen rosé blended together to make a boozy slushie.
My wine of choice was Little Black Dress Rosé. And I opted to kick things up a notch with the addition of Smirnoff Red White & Berry (a cherry, citrus, and blue raspberry-flavored vodka). That’s how I ended up with the name Firecracker Frosé. Smirnoff Red White & Berry is basically the classic Firecracker popsicle in boozy, liquid form.