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My sister’s boyfriend did it … he was the first person to get me to try whiskey! I have never thought I would be a fan of the “hard stuff” but I have to admit ~ I’m kind of digging it. I am told that it helps if you start off with a premium brand and not a cheap one. Start with a cheap whiskey and it may just ruin you for good. My first whiskey ~ Crown Royal! For {Read More}
Need a fun cocktail to put you on your derriere? It’s straight liquor so be cautious of how much you drink. It’s a bit sweet but a good time! I chose the name The Irish Latina because of the ingredients. A little Irish, a little caramel … The Irish Latina Ingredients: 1.25 oz Smirnoff Kissed Caramel .5 oz Bailey’s Irish Cream Whipped Cream Directions: Shake ingredients over ice and top with whipped cream! Can’t get much simpler than that! Enjoy {Read More}
This week our challenge for Slim by the Summer is to share a favorite healthy recipe! To stay with my theme of yummy cocktails for mama {as most of my recipes tend to be ♥} I am sharing Naya’s Snaptini! It’s a martini that still lets you snap your pants after you drink it! I hope you enjoy! Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz vodka 3 oz Trop 50 Rasberry Lemonade Directions: In a shaker full of ice combine the vodka and Trop {Read More}
Feeling flirty for Valentine’s Day? Do I have the drink for you! It’s sassy, red and will put you in the mood … quickly! It’s the Valentine’s Flirtini! So if you are lucky enough to get your hands on a bottle of Sua Sparkling Strawberry Wine (currently available for Import from the Netherlands, Hong Kong or Nova Scotia) this concoction becomes much easier. However…since this isn’t available at your local liquor store find yourself some strawberry sparkling wine. Ingredients: 1 {Read More}
Ask anyone that knew me two and a half years ago…I HATED, no despised the color pink! Well…then I found out I was having a little girl. All the sudden I was engulfed in a world of pink! Thankfully I have come to embrace all things pink, magenta, sassy! Pink is pretty awesome. I’m not sure where my previous disregard came from but alas it is gone! So … Let’s continue the lovely pink cocktail theme in honor of Breast {Read More}
Are you a sake drinker? My husband and I attended a sushi making class a couple months ago from a Groupon that he had purchased for Christmas last year. Nice…we waited till nearly this Christmas to use it! Go figure…that’s what happens when you have a toddler right? Excuses…excuses. Anyways, yours truly took home 1st prize in the sushi making contest! Woop! Cheers to me! Bonus? Sake tasting before we got to make sushi. Remind me that if I ever {Read More}
Let’s continue the Breast Cancer Awareness theme and stick with some lovely pink libations! Check this baby out! It’s a sure crowd pleaser, even for the most discerning women. It will refresh any cocktail party, bridal shower, bachelorette party, any occasion really! Pink Halo Ingredients: 2 bottles pink Champagne –> Barefoot and Cupcake have excellent, less expensive pink champagnes 1 cup raspberry flavored vodka 1 tsp Grenadine fresh raspberries (for garnish) mint leaves (for garnish) Directions: Combine all ingredients in {Read More}
Beer and Vodka? Together? You’ve got to be kidding me right? Well…no, I’m not kidding. First of all it is October which means Breast Cancer Awareness month and what better way to start the weekly recipe off than with a pink drink? This drink however is strictly for the grown ups and will be a fun twist to your next cocktail party! Sit back and watch as your guests beg for the recipe! Pink Lemonade Cocktail Ingredients: 1 12-oz can {Read More}
My new favorite drink! Compliments of tailgating. It tastes like a dreamsicle or an Orange Dream smoothie from Jamba Juice. Easy to make and a perfect cocktail for any event. This is our fun take on the original orange crush made with regular vodka, orange juice and triple sec. My Orange Crush Ingredients: 2 oz Smirnoff Whipped Cream Vodka Orange Juice Sprite Directions: In a pint glass filled with ice add your Smirnoff Whipped Cream Vodka. In equal parts {Read More}
Definitely a shake up in the world of cocktails but trust me…you will LOVE this! Recently I have seen all kinds of new reports on the benefits of pomegranates. Yes, it is one of the highest antioxidant fruits available but it yields all kinds of fun benefits like lower cholesterol and blood pressure, stronger teeth, helping with bone density and for the aging woman helping with menopause and hot flashes! So…why not add all those wonderful benefits and mix it {Read More}
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