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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 vodka martini

Vodka Martini

A vodka twist on the classic martini. This is a "wet" martini with instructions on how to make it dry as well. Don't forget the olive garnish!


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for banana pineapple colada

Banana Pineapple Colada

A great warm weather cocktail. Fresh pineapple is best in this but canned will work just fine too.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mojito cocktail

Mojito Cocktail

As the weather heats up, this cocktail will be your new favorite drink. It's made with fresh mint that's muddled (crushed) with sugar and lime. It's then mixed with ice, rum, and club...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for ramos gin fizz cocktail

Ramos Gin Fizz Cocktail

Not exactly your usual cocktail. The gin fizz is a little sour, a little sweet. A dash of egg white gives it the foamy fizz it's named after.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gooseberry cocktail

Gooseberry Cocktail

Lemon juice and sugar start the drink off towards a whiskey sour, but a good splash of sherry switches it up into a gooseberry cocktail.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for caramel apple pie martini

Caramel Apple Pie Martini

This tasty cocktail is made with spiced vodka, sour apple schnapps, butterscotch schnapps, and amaretto, and garnished with a graham cracker crumb coating on the rim of the...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for singapore sling cocktail

Singapore Sling Cocktail

This gin-based cocktail is tart, sweet, and refreshing.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gimlet cocktail

Gimlet Cocktail

As classic and simple as the little black dress. This sophisticated cocktail is made with just gin and lime juice.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for apple gobbler cocktail

Apple Gobbler Cocktail

This bourbon apple cider cocktail is the epitome of fall flavors.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for triple-rum bahama mama cocktail

Triple-Rum Bahama Mama Cocktail

Made with pineapple-orange juice, ice, white rum, spiced rum, Malibu rum


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brandy alexander cocktail

Brandy Alexander Cocktail

Sip on a classic cocktail with this recipe for a Brandy Alexander. Made with brandy, creme de cacao, and cream, this recipe is a perfect balance of rich, creamy and chocolatey...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grown-up root beer float

Grown-up Root Beer Float

This whiskey-laden root beer float is the dessert that's perfect for turning a dinner party into a real party.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cranberry mimosa

Cranberry Mimosa

A bubbly and refreshing mimosa! Combine cranberry juice, orange, juice, and Champagne or sparkling wine for this pretty and flavorful cocktail.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for porter float cocktail

Porter Float Cocktail

Made with vanilla ice cream, porter, raspberries, fresh mint


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tangerine bourbon margarita

Tangerine Bourbon Margarita

Dust off your cocktail shaker for this refreshing tangerine bourbon margarita. The mix of tangerine juice and Southern Comfort will make any day special.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for honeydew coconut frappe cocktail

Honeydew Coconut Frappe Cocktail

Made with rum, lime slices, pineapple juice, honeydew melon, coconut cream, brown sugar, lime juice


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pumpkin pie shot cocktail

Pumpkin Pie Shot Cocktail

Pumpkin pie in a glass! Vodka is mixed with pumpkin puree, simple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and heavy cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for kir royale cocktail

Kir Royale Cocktail

The Kir Royale cocktail is a French classic that is both elegant and easy to make. It is traditionally made with Champagne and creme de cassis, but can also be made with prosecco or...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for paralyzer cocktail

Paralyzer Cocktail

Kahlua, vodka, cola, and milk come together in a cocktail that's fizzy, creamy, and unexpectedly refreshing.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cranberry margarita

Cranberry Margarita

Winter holiday cranberry flavor meets summer margarita vibes in this recipe that can naturally be enjoyed any time of year.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for red lobster's sparkling fruit

Red Lobster's Sparkling Fruit

Are you guilty of loving the fruit in sangrias more than the drink itself? This copycat cocktail from Red Lobster fits the bill with its fruit heavy champagne drink.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for scorpion cocktail

Scorpion Cocktail

This slushy cocktail has a real kick of booze to it with rum, brandy, and amaretto.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for french 75 cocktail

French 75 Cocktail

This cocktail is very similar to the Tom Collins which has club soda instead of the champagne. It's also known as the "75 Cocktail" or "Soixante Quinze".


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for miss lara's perfect mint julep cocktail

Miss Lara's Perfect Mint Julep Cocktail

If you can't make it to the Kentucky Derby this year, don't sweat it. As long as you've got a mint julep in your hand you're as good as there!


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for jamaican jigglers

Jamaican Jigglers

Feel like getting a little boozy with your dessert? These Jamaican jigglers combine zesty flavors and a splash of rum for a treat that's seriously easy to whip up.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for watermelon mojitos

Watermelon Mojitos

A delicious twist on the popular summer cocktail. This version includes watermelon puree which gives it a light, slightly sweet flavor.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for wolffer margarita (verjurita)

Wolffer Margarita (Verjurita)

This marvelous margarita is the perfect excuse to get a bottle of verjus. The unique tart flavor adds an element to the marg you didn't know you were missing.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pink cotton candy cocktail

Pink Cotton Candy Cocktail

Made with pink lemonade, ice, vodka, amaretto


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low carb mojito cocktail

Low Carb Mojito Cocktail

Made with just a few simple ingredients, this refreshing minty mojito cocktail is sugar-free and keto friendly.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for orange-mint julep

Orange-Mint Julep

This refreshing orange-mint julep is your new companion for sunny afternoons or spirited soirees. All it takes is a few simple ingredients for a non-alcoholic drink that dazzles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for candy cane cocktail

Candy Cane Cocktail

A fun holiday cocktail made with vanilla rum, white chocolate liqueur, peppermint schnapps, and of course, candy canes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pumpkin martini

Pumpkin Martini

Pumpkin puree is shaken with vodka, simple syrup, nutmeg, and vanilla for this tasty cocktail recipe.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for negroni cocktail

Negroni Cocktail

Born in Italy, the Negroni is a twist on the "Americano" cocktail. While the Americano had soda water, the Negroni packs a bigger punch by using gin instead.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for coquitos

Coquitos

Doesn't get much more tropical than rum and coconuts. Coquito is known as Puerto Rican eggnog.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lager and lemon-limeade cocktail

Lager And Lemon-Limeade Cocktail

A refreshing summertime cocktail! Lager is mixed with chilled lemonade and sweetened lime juice.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for totally citrus martini

Totally Citrus Martini

Made with fresh mint, oranges, grapefruit, lemon, limes, grapefruit vodka, lemon juice, sugar


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fresh orange-berry cocktail

Fresh Orange-Berry Cocktail

Made with ice cubes, tequila, strawberries, orange juice, simple syrup


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for asian pear and ginger martini

Asian Pear And Ginger Martini

Asian pears have a crisp, fresh, fruity apple flavor that pairs well with the warmth of the ginger syrup. If you can't get Asian pears you can substitute a bosc pear or...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for grape lemonade martini

Grape Lemonade Martini

Grape rum, lemonade, and a lemon-infused simple syrup make up this tangy-sweet cocktail.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for proud to be an american cocktail

Proud To Be An American Cocktail

Made with fresh raspberries, whipped cream, raspberry vodka, Triple Sec, lemonade, blue food coloring


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy watermelon lime cocktail

Spicy Watermelon Lime Cocktail

A refreshing drink with a kick! Made with watermelon, limeade, rum, and a hint of jalapeno.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for spiced lemonade

Spiced Lemonade

An odd ingredient in this gin-lemonade cocktail adds a kick of flavor that you didn't realize was missing (until you try it!)


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kiwifruit daiquiri cocktail

Kiwifruit Daiquiri Cocktail

A refreshing tropical daiquiri cocktail made with flavors of kiwifruit, lime, and rum.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pecan pie martini

Pecan Pie Martini

Made with vanilla extract, corn syrup, brown sugar, pecans, ice cubes, vodka


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tickled pink cocktail

Tickled Pink Cocktail

A refreshing pink cocktail made with orange liqueur, pineapple juice, coconut rum, and a splash of grenadine, topped off with chilled champagne. Serve for a casual gathering or...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for frozen rhubarb daiquiris

Frozen Rhubarb Daiquiris

Made with white rum, frozen limeade or lemonade concentrate, rhubarb, water, sugar, lemon-lime soda

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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 vodka alexander cocktail

Vodka Alexander Cocktail

Made with light cream, ice cubes, vodka, creme de cacao


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sex in the parking lot cocktail

Sex In The Parking Lot Cocktail

Combining the rich flavors of Chambord, the smoothness of vodka, and the crispness of apple schnapps, this cocktail is quick to prepare and perfect for any event where...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for nectarine daiquiri

Nectarine Daiquiri

Made with ice, lemon juice, fresh nectarines, rum, honey


Time:   under 30 minutes





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