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
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Miss Lara's Perfect Mint Julep Cocktail
How To Make A Classic Gin And Tonic Cocktail
With a cocktail as simple and down-to-earth as a gin and tonic, it's all about finding the right ratio. Well, and the lime. Good thing this recipe has both....
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Blood Orange Mimosas
Blood orange juice makes a striking impression in a mimosa. Sparkling Italian Prosecco is a great choice for the bubbly, since a nice bottle is way cheaper than good champagne.
Time: 1-2 hours
Proud To Be An American Cocktail
Made with fresh raspberries, whipped cream, raspberry vodka, Triple Sec, lemonade, blue food coloring
Time: under 30 minutes
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Spiked Cranberry-Apple Cider
This stuff puts bottled alcoholic cider to shame. Cloves and cinnamon add some warmth to the refreshing, sweet mix of cranberry and rum for a drink that's sure to delight....
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Lemon Iced Tea
Made with fresh mint, lemon, tea bags, water, sugar, ice cubes, lemon juice
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Fresh Orange-Berry Cocktail
Made with ice cubes, tequila, strawberries, orange juice, simple syrup
Time: under 30 minutes
Pomegranate Squeeze Cocktail
Ready for a new cocktail that combines spiced rum, pomegranate, orange, and lime juice? This fun and zesty drink will be your go-to for any occasion.
Time: under 30 minutes
Valerie's New Year's Toast Cocktail
Not only is this festive drink tasty, it's fun to watch the pomegranate seeds float up and down!
Time: under 30 minutes
Boozy Hot Chocolate
Turn up the heat on classic hot cocoa with this boozy hot chocolate. It's the perfect way to add a little "adulting" to your relaxation routine.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Pecan Pie Martini
Made with vanilla extract, corn syrup, brown sugar, pecans, ice cubes, vodka
Time: under 30 minutes
Slow Cooker Hot Cranberry Toddy
With a crockpot of hot toddy not only do you have a tasty beverage on hand, you'll also infuse your whole house with a sweet, spiced aroma.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Dad's Hot Buttered Rum Mix
Made with ground ginger, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, allspice, fresh nutmeg, ground cloves
Time: under 30 minutes
Candy Cane Martini
Candy Cane Martini: The adult way to jingle your bells. Rum, peppermint schnapps, and just enough sweetness to keep you on the naughty list.
Time: under 30 minutes
Christmas Eggnog
Embrace the festive spirit of the holidays with this classic Christmas eggnog. A creamy concoction of eggs, milk, and a touch of spirited brandy and rum, this drink is both...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Pumpkin Martini
Pumpkin puree is shaken with vodka, simple syrup, nutmeg, and vanilla for this tasty cocktail recipe.
Time: under 30 minutes
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
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
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
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
Pineapple Sherbet Smoothie
Made with pineapple sherbet, yogurt, peach or apple juice, banana
Time: under 30 minutes
Vodka Alexander Cocktail
Made with light cream, ice cubes, vodka, creme de cacao
Time: under 30 minutes
Purple Wedding Punch
Looking for a drink that says "celebration"? This purple wedding punch combines flavors that will not only quench your thirst but also add flair to your gathering.
Time: under 30 minutes
Hash House A Go Go's Bloody Mary
Made with black pepper, vodka, tomato juice, celery salt, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, lemon, pickled green bean, jalapeno-stuffed olives, dill pickle
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Blue Tail Fly Cocktail
Made with blue Curacao, white creme de cacao, vanilla ice cream
Time: under 30 minutes
Chai Kurdi (Kurdish Tea)
Made with India tea leaves, cinnamon stick, sugar cubes, water
Time: under 30 minutes
Mennonite Wine
In the spirit of community and good times, here's a fun (and non-alcoholic) fusion of flavors that'll have everyone asking for seconds. Mix it up and let the laughs flow.
Time: under 30 minutes
Lemon Julius
Made with vanilla ice cream, water, frozen lemonade, frozen orange juice
Time: under 30 minutes
Kirsch Punch
Made with Rhine wine, water, vanilla beans, cinnamon stick, sugar, lemon, orange, pineapple tidbits, oranges, lemons
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Nantucket Lemonade
Made with lemon slices, frozen cranberries, ice, lemonade, cranberry juice, lime juice, vodka, ginger ale
Time: under 30 minutes
Hawaiian Lemonade
Made with maraschino cherries, lime, fresh pineapple, frozen lemonade concentrate, apricot nectar, pineapple juice, ginger ale
Time: under 30 minutes
JFK Cocktail
A colorful cocktail of tequila, grain alcohol, and grenadine garners attention in a quick shot format. If a speedy sip is on the agenda, this blend might be the ticket.
Time: under 30 minutes
Kamikaze Jello Shots
Made with water, lime Jello, lemon Jello, vodka, triple sec, sweet and sour drink mix
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Amaretto Slush
Made with ginger ale, frozen lemonade concentrate, tea bags, amaretto, water, sugar, frozen orange juice concentrate
Time: 2-5 hours
Banana Float
Made with whipped cream, bananas, oranges, lemon juice, sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract
Time: under 30 minutes
Kahlua Coffee Liqueur With Fresh Coffee Beans
Made with vodka, water, sugar, vanilla extract, coffee beans
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Butter Pecan Liqueur
Made with water, salt, vodka, brandy, concentrated pecan flavoring extract, butter flavor extract, orange zest, sugar, brown sugar
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Hot Buttered Milk
Made with ground nutmeg, milk, brown sugar, butter or margarine
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fruit Cocktail Smoothie
Made with ground cinnamon, ice cubes, vanilla extract, fruit cocktail, milk, nonfat dry milk powder
Time: under 30 minutes
Galliano Liqueur
Ever wondered how to make Galliano liqueur at home? This recipe uses just a handful of ingredients, including vodka and various extracts, to create a rich and flavorful liqueur.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Creamy Rainbow Sherbet Punch
Looking to add a splash of color to your next gathering? This fun, frosty drink mixes vanilla ice cream with fruity rainbow sherbet and pineapple juice, making it a hit...
Time: under 30 minutes
Grape Lemonade
Grape juice sweetens the tart lemonade and makes it a pretty shade of purple. Fun summer drink. Also delicious with a splash of vodka in it.
Time: under 30 minutes
Serendipity's Frozen Hot Chocolate With Real Whipped Cream
Made with chocolate, corn syrup, vanilla extract, chocolates, hot chocolate mix, sugar, milk, ice, heavy cream
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Baby Aspirin Cocktail
Made with orange, orange-infused vodka, lemon-infused vodka, vanilla extract, lemon-lime carbonated beverage
Time: under 30 minutes
Mile-High Cocktail
Made with club soda, pineapple or strawberry, vodka, Maul Red schnapps, Maul Blue Hawaiian, blueberry schnapps
Time: under 30 minutes
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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.