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Beverages

We have drink recipes for every occasion from simple sipping to elegant cocktail parties. Check out our mixed drinks for spicy bloody Mary's or a variety of martinis. Want great coffee without the coffee shop expense? Our hot drink section has hot coffee, espresso and more. Looking for something cooler? Our cold beverage section has smoothies, punch, iced tea, and refreshing homemade lemonade.



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recipe for fire and ice martini

Fire And Ice Martini

The fire and ice martini is made with fresh watermelon and spicy habanero peppers. With its light fruity flavor and fiery kick, it's the perfect drink for celebrating... well...


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 peppermint hot chocolate

Peppermint Hot Chocolate

A festive winter beverage. Rich and creamy with just a hint of sweet mint to dress up the hot chocolate.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for coconut shake

Coconut Shake

A delicious and refreshing coconut shake is the perfect treat on a hot summer day. Made with coconut, milk, sugar, and vanilla, this frothy drink is simply irresistible.


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

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recipe for classic mimosa

Classic Mimosa

What is brunch without a mimosa? Orange juice and champagne are all you need for this classic morning (or anytime) cocktail.


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 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 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 mint lemonade

Mint Lemonade

This make-ahead lemon-mint syrup is a great way to have a refreshing drink on hand at all times. It's the perfect blend of sweet and tart.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for valentine's day martini

Valentine's Day Martini

Made with maraschino cherries, fresh watermelon, frozen orange juice concentrate, triple sec, grenadine, watermelon vodka, red food coloring, orange


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sour cherry drop cocktail

Sour Cherry Drop Cocktail

The sour mix, cherry liqueur, and white rum come together to create a refreshing and flavorful cocktail. Be sure to garnish with a slice of lime for an extra zesty touch.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lavender champagne

Lavender Champagne

Looking to explore a new flavor in your drinks? Lavender Champagne combines the light floral essence of lavender with the effervescence of dry Champagne, making it a refreshing...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for rosemary grapefruit mojito cocktail

Rosemary Grapefruit Mojito Cocktail

Think spring with this version of a mojito made with grapefruit juice and rosemary instead of mint


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beer margaritas

Beer Margaritas

A different kind of margarita! It's made with beer, frozen limeade, and tequila.


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 cranberry punch

Cranberry Punch

This festive holiday drink works well with low sugar/diet ingredients as well as regular. Float the cranberries on top for a festive look.


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

recipe for melon shake

Melon Shake

This simple and delicious melon shake recipe is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day. It's tangy, sweet, and creamy all at once.


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 old fashioned screwdriver cocktail

Old Fashioned Screwdriver Cocktail

The screwdriver is a simple but classy cocktail. The combination of orange juice and vodka is perfect for brunch, pool side, or a Friday night.


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 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 deluxe hot apple cider

Deluxe Hot Apple Cider

Made with cinnamon sticks, star anise, pumpkin pie spice, apple cider, guava nectar, orange, clementine, dark real maple syrup, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
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 cantaloupe creamsicle cocktail

Cantaloupe Creamsicle Cocktail

Made with ice cubes, cantaloupe, simple syrup, melon vodka, mint sprigs, heavy cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fresco de frutas (fresh fruit drink)

Fresco De Frutas (Fresh Fruit Drink)

Tropical flavors come together in this fresh fruit drink made with papaya, bananas, and pineapple. Add some club soda for a fizzy drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pineapple sun tea coolers

Pineapple Sun Tea Coolers

Made with sugar, lemon juice, black tea bags, pineapple juice, water


Time:   2-5 hours


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 breakfast shake with flaxseed oil

Breakfast Shake With Flaxseed Oil

A breakfast shake that tastes so good you'll forget how healthy it is


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for side car cocktail

Side Car Cocktail

The combo of lemon juice and Cointreau in this classic cocktail gives a citrusy bite to ice cold brandy that always goes down smooth.


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 festive wassail

Festive Wassail

A mulled cider like this one is the perfect finishing touch on a holiday meal. Bright citrus with warming spices and an optional pour of rum makes a perfect wintertime punch.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for raspberry crush

Raspberry Crush

This delicious drink is the perfect refresher for a hot summer day. Made with raspberry juice, frozen strawberries, and banana, it's bursting with flavor.


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 pineapple power

Pineapple Power

Pineapple blended with just a touch of honey and ginger makes a delicious drink. Want to take it up a notch? Use fresh pineapple and freshly grated ginger.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for christmas cranberry punch

Christmas Cranberry Punch

Ready to add a splash of pizzazz to your holiday festivities? This vibrant Christmas cranberry punch combines juices that promise to tingle your taste buds and make every...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for apple pie smoothie

Apple Pie Smoothie

If you like apple pie, you'll love this smoothie. Made with vanilla frozen yogurt, applesauce, and spices.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mai tai cocktail

Mai Tai Cocktail

Rum, triple sec and lime juice help make this classic beach beverage. Your backyard may be covered in grass, but after a Mai Tai or two and you'll swear it's sand.


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 low-carb eggnog

Low-Carb Eggnog

This low carb eggnog is a great holiday option for people who are on the keto diet, a low-sugar eating plan, or any carb-restricted diet.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pink shake

Pink Shake

Sliced banana blended with citrus juice and dark grenadine makes a pretty pink shake with heaps of tropical flavor. Works with frozen banana and no ice cubes, too.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cranberry valentine punch

Cranberry Valentine Punch

Who wouldn't be your valentine with a mug of this cran-apple punch infused with warm spices? To turn it into a knock-out punch, vodka and spiced rum are great choices.

Method:   stovetop
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 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 iced ginger green tea

Iced Ginger Green Tea

Two for one in this recipe: ginger green tea syrup and a mint ginger iced tea. The non-alcoholic mint cocktail is crazy refreshing, and it's easy to doctor up with a little bit of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for pumpkin harvest hot chocolate

Pumpkin Harvest Hot Chocolate

Have a taste of fall anytime you like with this from-scratch hot chocolate recipe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for zesty tomato juice

Zesty Tomato Juice

Who says you need to have a bloody Mary to enjoy a spicy tomato-based beverage? This non-alcoholic sipper makes an alternative to typical sweet, fruity refreshments.


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





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