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Cocktails and Mixed Drinks

Cocktails and Mixed Drinks

Cheers! No matter what the festivities, we have a cocktail to fit the bill. Maybe it's lounging by the pool with a margarita or having brunch with a tasty mimosa. We also have traditional and unusual drinks featuring whiskey, gin, rum, vodka, brandy and all the rest.



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recipe for copycat applebee's perfect margarita

Copycat Applebee's Perfect Margarita

This copy cat version of Applebee's popular drink is indeed, a perfect margarita! Use good brands of tequila and sweet and sour mix (or make your own) for best...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vodka orange slush

Vodka Orange Slush

This is a slushy punch that is frozen ahead of time. Simply fill individual glasses with the frozen orange-vodka mixture and top off with 7-Up to serve.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for california root beer cocktail

California Root Beer Cocktail

You'll notice that there is no root beer in this recipe. It's titled as such because the unique blend of ingredients creates a root beer like flavor (with a kick!)


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for irish bulldog cocktail

Irish Bulldog Cocktail

Mix Irish cream and Kahlua for a creamy, coffee-flavored base, then top it off with fizzy root beer for a tasty twist to a Colorado Bulldog.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cadillac margarita with agave nectar

Cadillac Margarita with Agave Nectar

No sugar-packed, slushy-machine margs here! Salted glasses filled with tequila, lime juice, and a sweet touch of agave topped with a float of Grand Marnier make a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for colorado bulldog cocktail

Colorado Bulldog Cocktail

The Colorado Bulldog is a variation of the White Russian cocktail. The difference is the addition of cola to the drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for appletini cocktail

Appletini Cocktail

Vodka, sour apple pucker and lime juice come together in this tart cocktail. Garnish with green apple to get extra fancy.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for purple heart cocktail

Purple Heart Cocktail

Craving something a little different? This Purple Heart cocktail is not just a pretty face; it's packed with flavor and sure to brighten your day, one sip at a time.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for absolute stress cocktail

Absolute Stress Cocktail

Beat stress the absolute best way, with an Absolute Stress cocktail. It's fruity, it's boozy, and it's here to make your worries disappear one sip at a time.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for classic old fashioned cocktail

Classic Old Fashioned Cocktail

Sophisticated and charming is what you will feel while drinking this classic cocktail. You will suddenly become the most interesting person in the world. At least to...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pink lady cocktail

Pink Lady Cocktail

Pretty in pink! This drink is made with gin, grenadine, and cream and shaken with ice until frothy and chilled.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for double martini

Double Martini

Having a tough week? This martini is a double whammy made with both vodka and gin.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for the michelada

The Michelada

Think of the Michelada as a Mexican bloody Mary. It's made with tomato juice, Mexican beer, and lots of spices and seasonings.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for classic tom collins cocktail

Classic Tom Collins Cocktail

This is a refreshing cocktail that tastes like sparkling lemonade, with a gin kick. It's made with gin, lemon juice, sugar, and club soda.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fuzzy navel cocktail

Fuzzy Navel Cocktail

This classic cocktail is made with vodka, orange juice, and peach schnapps. You can substitute a splash of grenadine for the cranberry juice if desired.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for drambuie & coffee cocktail

Drambuie & Coffee Cocktail

This recipe is for a delicious and warming coffee drink that is perfect for chilly evenings. It combines the rich flavor of Drambuie liqueur with coffee and topped with fresh...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for velvet hammer cocktail

Velvet Hammer Cocktail

Cointreau, brandy, and creme de cacao blended with vanilla ice cream forms this delicious milkshake-cocktail hybrid.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vodka gimlet

Vodka Gimlet

A traditional gimlet is made with gin, but this version is made with vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for banana-rum punch

Banana-Rum Punch

A tropical cocktail made of orange juice mixed with creme de banana liqueur and rum.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for candy bar cocktail

Candy Bar Cocktail

If you love cocktails and peanut butter cups, you are in for a treat. This delightful dessert sipper has creamy PB and two types of creme de cacao.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gin cosmopolitan cocktail

Gin Cosmopolitan Cocktail

When it comes to pretty in pink, no cocktail beats a cosmo. Normally it's made with vodka, but using a good quality dry gin instead adds an herbal twist that might just change...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for st. patrick's day jell-o shots

St. Patrick's Day Jell-O Shots

Who needs green beer when you can have green Jell-O shots? Green Irish whiskey Jell-O shots, no less.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat mr & mrs t bold & spicy bloody mary mix

Copycat Mr & Mrs T Bold & Spicy Bloody Mary Mix

Skip the bottled Bloody Mary mix next time and make your own. It has just the right balance of spices and is delicious enough to drink without the vodka...


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mojitos by the pitcher

Mojitos By The Pitcher

This is a great way to make mojitos for a group instead of making them individually. Recipe is easy to double.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for knock me down cocktail

Knock Me Down Cocktail

With its combination of amaretto, peach schnapps, and assorted fruit juices, this cocktail is suited for both lively parties or a sophisticated evening in.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for new year's day mimosa

New Year's Day Mimosa

A cheer to the new year! This cocktail starts the year off right with the combination of Champagne and orange juice. For a festive touch, garnish the rims of the flutes with...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat rosa mexicano's pomegranate margarita

Copycat Rosa Mexicano's Pomegranate Margarita

If you love margaritas then you have to try this copycat recipe from Rosa Mexicano made with pomegranate juice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat loretta's bloody mary

Copycat Loretta's Bloody Mary

This recipe hails from Loretta's Restaurant in Mobile, Alabama. It's just as good without the vodka, too.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for galliano stinger cocktail

Galliano Stinger Cocktail

Feeling a little fancy but want to keep it easy? The Galliano Stinger is a classy choice that doesn't require a degree in mixology.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat bonefish grill's raspberry martini

Copycat Bonefish Grill's Raspberry Martini

Discover how to whip up Bonefish Grill's Raspberry Martini, a perfect mix of raspberry vodka and schnapps balanced with a splash of sour mix.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat applebee's blue skies cocktail

Copycat Applebee's Blue Skies Cocktail

Blue curacao with peach schnapps and pina colada mix makes a gorgeous looking drink that's sure to turn heads. Bonus: it's tasty, too!


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat bonefish grill's sidecar cocktail

Copycat Bonefish Grill's Sidecar Cocktail

The Bonefish Grill's sidecar cocktail is perfect for unwinding after a long day or celebrating special occasions. Served in a sugar-rimmed glass, it is as...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for southern long island iced tea

Southern Long Island Iced Tea

There may be five types of liquor in this pitcher, but it goes down as smooth as sweet tea on a summer's afternoon.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat beaches and sandals' dirty banana cocktail

Copycat Beaches and Sandals' Dirty Banana Cocktail

Coffee liqueur and banana make up a frosty cocktail that's borderline too good. If you're looking for a thicker drink (to slow yourself down?), try...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat macaroni grill bellini cocktail

Copycat Macaroni Grill Bellini Cocktail

Peach bellinis are the next step up from mimosas. Peach nectar with a touch of grenadine turns chilled champagne into a fruity and attractive summer drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat hash house a go go's bloody mary

Copycat Hash House A Go Go's Bloody Mary

A classic take on the Bloody Mary, this drink's got vodka, seasoned tomato goodness, and the must-have garnishes like spicy pickled green beans and olives.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sea breeze cocktail

Sea Breeze Cocktail

The seabreeze may be a summer drink, but let's be honest, it's pretty enjoyable all year round. The cranberry and grapefruit blend with a kick of vodka goes down smooth.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mock champagne

Mock Champagne

Just because someone doesn't drink booze doesn't mean they should miss out on a celebratory clink of champagne. This clever mix of ginger ale and apple juice even looks like the real...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for abc cocktail shot

ABC Cocktail Shot

This flavorful shot is a cousin to the B-52 cocktail. It contains a layer of cognac followed by Irish cream, and topped with nutty amaretto.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for italian breeze cocktail

Italian Breeze Cocktail

This tropical drink combines the flavors of pineapple and cranberry with the smoothness of rum and Amaretto for a delicious and easy-to-make beverage that's perfect for any...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegan tom & jerry cocktail

Vegan Tom & Jerry Cocktail

Thanks to some Silk Nog, this creamy holiday treat is going vegan. Splashes of rum and brandy along with cinnamon and nutmeg make this cocktail a splendid choice for those...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gingerbread martini cocktail

Gingerbread Martini Cocktail

This festive holiday cocktail is made with vanilla vodka, Frangelico, butterscotch schnapps, ginger beer, and rum (and garnished with gingerbread man cookies).


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat p.f. chang's mandarin martini

Copycat P.F. Chang's Mandarin Martini

This martini is a delicious twist on the classic cocktail. P.F. Chang's combines orange vodka, orange liqueur, orange bitters, and orange juice for a smooth and...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for blueberry rum cocktail

Blueberry Rum Cocktail

While we don't want to call this cocktail a health drink, it sure is packed with good stuff! Blueberries are considered antioxidants and have lots of other nutritional value.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for harvey wallbanger cocktail

Harvey Wallbanger Cocktail

The screwdriver is all grown up. A float of Italian Galliano liqueur turns vodka and OJ into an herby, sophisticated cocktail.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate frangelico martini

Chocolate Frangelico Martini

Cheers! Vodka, frangelico, and creme de cacao make up this decadent but not overly sweet chocolate martini.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jammin' josmopolitans (josh's famous cosmo cocktails)

Jammin' Josmopolitans (Josh's Famous Cosmo Cocktails)

Josh makes great cocktails. Be like Josh. Use a top shelf vodka and real cranberry juice (not cranberry "drink") for what we're sure will...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grand marnier milkshakes

Grand Marnier Milkshakes

Think of this cocktail as a grownup creamsicle except with the sophisticated orange flavor of Grand Marnier.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for red hot mama cocktail

Red Hot Mama Cocktail

Made with black cherry juice, cherry liqueur, white rum, orange simple syrup, orange, lemon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for root beer slam cocktail

Root Beer Slam Cocktail

Fool your friends and your palate with this cocktail. There's no root beer to be found in it, but thanks to cola and a splash of herbal Galliano liqueur you'd be hard pressed to...


Time:   under 30 minutes





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