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!)
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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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California Root Beer Cocktail
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
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
Copycat Applebee's Kahlua Mudslide Cocktail
This creamy, boozy mudslide cocktail is a hit at Applebee's that you can now make at home. Don't forget the whipped cream!
Time: under 30 minutes
Red Russian Cocktail
A fruity cousin to the black and white Russian cocktails. Made with the typical vodka and cream but adds strawberry liqueur for flavor and color.
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Appletini Cocktail
Vodka, sour apple pucker and lime juice come together in this tart cocktail. Garnish with green apple to get extra fancy.
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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
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
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
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.
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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
Double Martini
Having a tough week? This martini is a double whammy made with both vodka and gin.
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Vodka Gimlet
A traditional gimlet is made with gin, but this version is made with vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup.
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Velvet Hammer Cocktail
Cointreau, brandy, and creme de cacao blended with vanilla ice cream forms this delicious milkshake-cocktail hybrid.
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Banana-Rum Punch
A tropical cocktail made of orange juice mixed with creme de banana liqueur and rum.
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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
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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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
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!
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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...
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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
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
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...
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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
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
Copycat Chili's Calypso Cooler Cocktail
This copycat recipe for Chili's Calypso Cooler is the perfect way to enjoy the cocktail at home. The spiced rum, peach schnapps, and orange juice create the...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Grown-Up Tootsie Roll Cocktail
If you like Tootsie Roll candies then this cocktail is for you. It's made with equal parts Kahlua and orange liqueur (and garnished with a real Tootsie Roll).
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Chocolate Frangelico Martini
Cheers! Vodka, frangelico, and creme de cacao make up this decadent but not overly sweet chocolate martini.
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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.
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Truth Serum Cocktail
Can you handle the truth? If you think you can, this gorgeous Campari-laced cocktail is just what you need.
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Harvey Wallbanger Cocktail
The screwdriver is all grown up. A float of Italian Galliano liqueur turns vodka and OJ into an herby, sophisticated cocktail.
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7 And 7 Cocktail
The 7&7 is a classic cocktail. Combining Seagram's 7 blended whiskey with 7-Up, this simple beverage packs a punch of flavor in every sip.
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Chocolate Margaritas
This chocolatey drink is made with tequila, chocolate liqueur, cream, chocolate syrup, and orange juice. Tastes like grown-up chocolate milk!
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Brass Monkey Cocktail
A stiffer, sterner cousin of the screwdriver. Made with white rum, vodka and OJ, the brass monkey manages to stay refreshing while packing a pretty serious punch.
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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.
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Amaretto By Morning
This new twist on brunch cocktails will have you nixing the mimosas and screwdrivers. The combination of peach, almond, and apple flavors is unique and refreshing.
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The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.
Ah, the unassuming envelope of onion soup mix. It's more than just for onion soup (or dip). It adds tremendous flavor (and convenience) in all these recipes.
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.




































































