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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 7 and 7 cocktail

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.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jamaican yellow bird cocktail

Jamaican Yellow Bird Cocktail

What better way to get a taste of Jamaica than with a beachy cocktail? The yellow bird with rum, banana liqueur, and orange juice is a taste of tropical paradise. Garnish...


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 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 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

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recipe for frozen whiskey sour cocktail

Frozen Whiskey Sour Cocktail

On those hot days and warm nights where you can stay outside long after the sun goes down, a pitcher of frozen whiskey sour slushy cocktails and a group of good friends is...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for jackaroo-tini cocktail

Jackaroo-tini Cocktail

Feeling a little adventurous? This fruity cocktail is refreshing and tastes like the tropics. But watch out, it packs a punch!


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate margaritas

Chocolate Margaritas

This chocolatey drink is made with tequila, chocolate liqueur, cream, chocolate syrup, and orange juice. Tastes like grown-up chocolate milk!


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for comfort & coffee

Comfort & Coffee

Warm up with coffee, whipped cream, and Southern Comfort


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cafe diablo cocktail

Cafe Diablo Cocktail

When you need more than just an extra pep-in-your-step, create this dark roast delight that's married with brandy and a twist of citrus flavors.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brass monkey cocktail

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.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for skip and go naked cocktail

Skip And Go Naked Cocktail

An easy-to-make cocktail that will cool you off on the hottest days. It's a deliciously cool combination of beer, vodka, and pink lemonade.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for margarita punch

Margarita Punch

A great way to serve margaritas to a crowd. The traditional margarita ingredients of tequila, triple sec, and sour mix are combined with ginger ale and lime sherbet to create a creamy...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for traditional bloody mary

Traditional Bloody Mary

Forget the bottled Bloody Mary mix and grab the salsa. Seriously, throw in some worcestershire and vodka and you're in business.


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 adult hawaiian punch cocktail

Adult Hawaiian Punch Cocktail

This isn't the boozy Hawaiian punch from your college days. This more sophisticated version contains Amaretto, cranberry, and honeyed Canadian whiskey.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for frozen mudslide cocktail

Frozen Mudslide Cocktail

This frozen mudslide cocktail has a "rummy" twist to it. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bellomonte cocktail

Bellomonte Cocktail

Made with creme de menthe, Daiquiri, grenadine syrup, creme de cacao, lime, maraschino cherry, fresh mint


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lychee-mango saketini

Lychee-Mango Saketini

This is a wonderfully refreshing cocktail made with lychee and mango purees, shochu, and sake. If you can't find shochu you can easily substitute vodka in this recipe.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for margarita spritzer

Margarita Spritzer

Enjoy a twist on the classic margarita. Quick to prepare in just 5 minutes, this margarita spritzer mixes tequila, lime, and triple sec, then adds a fizzy kick from seltzer.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for frozen mango daiquiri

Frozen Mango Daiquiri

Looking for a tropical cocktail? Try this fresh-tasting frozen mango daiquiri with a healthy splash of rum.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for top shelf margarita

Top Shelf Margarita

Top shelf tequila deserves a place to shine. This margarita recipe simply adds fresh lime juice and agave syrup for sweetness. Your new favorite margarita is served.


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 blue kamikaze cocktail

Blue Kamikaze Cocktail

Kamikaze shots probably look prettier than the rest of the night will. The mix of vodka and blue curacao definitely earns its name.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kahlua white russian cocktail

Kahlua White Russian Cocktail

The white Russian cocktail gained popularity in the late 1990s from the movie, The Big Lebowski. It's a rich and creamy drink made with Kahlua, vodka, and cream.


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 sanibel sunset cocktail

Sanibel Sunset Cocktail

A refreshing cocktail made with fresh pineapple, simple syrup, rum, orange juice, Prosecco, and grenadine.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate martini

Chocolate Martini

The perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth while enjoying a sophisticated cocktail. This drink combines the smoothness of chocolate liqueur with the bite of vodka.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for strawberry martini

Strawberry Martini

Muddled strawberries with vodka and simple syrup combine for a martini that'll have you going back for seconds. And thirds.


Time:   30-60 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 stout shandy cocktail

Stout Shandy Cocktail

A unique combination of stout and ginger ale that makes for a refreshing drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy margarita

Easy Margarita

Don't make the classic margarita cocktail more complicated than it needs to be. All you need is fresh lime juice, tequila, and triple sec, so skip those frozen mixes.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bullshot cocktail

Bullshot Cocktail

Shake up cocktail hour with a Bullshot, a hearty blend of vodka and beef broth that's like a steak dinner in a glass. Bacon garnish optional but encouraged.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sidecar cocktail

Sidecar Cocktail

The Sidecar is a classic cocktail made with Brandy (or Cognac), Cointreau, and fresh lemon juice. Dress it up by serving with a lemon twist in a sugar-rimmed glass.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caramel mudslide cocktail

Caramel Mudslide Cocktail

A grownup milkshake of sorts. Made with vanilla ice cream, bananas, hazelnut liqueur, and caramel syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gringo margarita

Gringo Margarita

Not your usual margarita but just as tasty. Made with frozen limeade, beer, and tequila. Can be served on the rocks or blended.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baileys kiss cocktail

Baileys Kiss Cocktail

A creamy, boozy Bailey's concoction poured over a Hershey's kiss makes a decadent dessert cocktail worth sharing with the one you love. On second thought, it's probably too good...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for purple mist cocktail

Purple Mist Cocktail

A pretty party cocktail made with vodka, blue curacao, cranberry juice, and a lime twist.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tennessee mud spiked coffee

Tennessee Mud Spiked Coffee

This boozy coffee will definitely warm you up on a cold day. It's made with coffee, amaretto, and whiskey and topped with some fluffy whipped cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for el toro loco cocktail

El Toro Loco Cocktail

The crazy bull. Basically a margarita with a sweet scoop of sherbet, this refreshing elixir is perfect for summer evenings (or afternoons) with your toes in the pool or the sand.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 4th of july cocktail

4th Of July Cocktail

Mix up a festive cocktail for the 4th of July by mixing vodka, triple sec, sweet & sour mix, and blue curacao in a martini glass. Then pour in a splash of grenadine to create...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bog fog cocktail

Bog Fog Cocktail

This refreshing and festive cocktail is made with orange juice, cranberry juice, and vodka. Served over ice (and we garnished it with a few cranberries for a little holiday accent).


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for black & blue shark cocktail

Black & Blue Shark Cocktail

This eye-catching shot isn't just pretty, it packs a punch. Don't let the layers of blue curacao, Jack Daniels, tequila, and vodka trick you into think it's Kool-Aid.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for thick 'n' rich pina coladas

Thick 'N' Rich Pina Coladas

Pina coladas made with vanilla ice cream are a delicious and refreshing treat. The sweetness of the pineapple is balanced by the rich creaminess of the ice cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for storm of the century hurricane cocktail

Storm Of The Century Hurricane Cocktail

Made with orange, ice, light rum, dark rum, coconut rum, vodka, gin, raspberry liqueur, Triple Sec, orange juice


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for watermelon mango lemonade cocktail

Watermelon Mango Lemonade Cocktail

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass (or two) of this delicious cocktail made with fresh watermelon, lemon juice, simple syrup, vodka, rum, and mango lemonade.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for grapefruit mojito cocktail

Grapefruit Mojito Cocktail

This recipe builds on the traditional mojito by adding a splash of grapefruit juice


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for whiskey sour cocktail

Whiskey Sour Cocktail

The combination of whiskey and the citrus flavors of the sour mix make this a refreshing mixed drink.


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 cosmopolitan with bitters

Cosmopolitan With Bitters

Still cosmopolitan, but a bit more worldly. Orange bitters put a little bit of an edge on the sweet cosmo, but beneath that it's still an easy-sipping citrus drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes





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