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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 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 watermelon water

Watermelon Water

Watermelon water is a refreshing drink that is perfect for summer. Made from fresh watermelons, it is a great source of hydration and vitamins.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for boozy hot chocolate

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


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 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

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recipe for grasshopper punch

Grasshopper Punch

Dessert cocktails are always a good idea. This festive elixir, pleasantly green from a splash of creme de menthe, brings together the wonderful worlds of ice cream and booze in one...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for simple chai tea

Simple Chai Tea

Made with ground nutmeg, water, black tea tea bags, milk, honey, ground ginger, ground cinnamon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot spicy apple juice

Hot Spicy Apple Juice

This cinnamon-apple sipper is infused with warming flavor from whole spices, and would work perfectly with a splash of whiskey or rum.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for watermelon ginger sparkler

Watermelon Ginger Sparkler

Watermelon makes such gorgeous drinks. Tasty with a kick of fresh ginger and some tart lemon juice. Great for kids, and grownups can add some white rum or tequila for a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 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 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 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 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 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 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 uzvar

Uzvar

Made with water, honey, dried pears, dried apples, raisins

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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 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 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 mennonite wine

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

recipe for lemon julius

Lemon Julius

Made with vanilla ice cream, water, frozen lemonade, frozen orange juice


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for pineapple sherbet smoothie

Pineapple Sherbet Smoothie

Made with pineapple sherbet, yogurt, peach or apple juice, banana


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tropical sun tea

Tropical Sun Tea

Made with cinnamon stick, lime, orange slices, orange spice tea bags, blackberry tea bags, raspberry or cranberry tea bags, apple spice tea bags, water, fresh mint, lemon


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for vodka alexander cocktail

Vodka Alexander Cocktail

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


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for blue tail fly cocktail

Blue Tail Fly Cocktail

Made with blue Curacao, white creme de cacao, vanilla ice cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creme de cacao eggnog

Creme de Cacao Eggnog

Made with chocolate, eggnog, chocolate milk, creme de cacao, whipping cream


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for banana float

Banana Float

Made with whipped cream, bananas, oranges, lemon juice, sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vodka lime slush

Vodka Lime Slush

A vodka lime slush is a refreshing frozen cocktail made with frozen lemonade and limeade concentrates, vodka, sugar, and lemon-lime soda, served as a slushy drink.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for nantucket lemonade

Nantucket Lemonade

Made with lemon slices, frozen cranberries, ice, lemonade, cranberry juice, lime juice, vodka, ginger ale


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for nectarine daiquiri

Nectarine Daiquiri

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


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sex on miami beach cocktail

Sex On Miami Beach Cocktail

Unleash your inner beach party with a Sex on Miami Beach cocktail, the perfect potion to make any hour feel like happy hour.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for texas snake bite cocktail

Texas Snake Bite Cocktail

This fiery tequila shot is sure to heat up any party. The cold beer chaser helps to cool things down.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for root beer martini

Root Beer Martini

Made with whipped cream, vanilla vodka, root beer schnapps


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for serendipity's frozen hot chocolate with real whipped cream

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

recipe for kamikaze jello shots

Kamikaze Jello Shots

Made with water, lime Jello, lemon Jello, vodka, triple sec, sweet and sour drink mix

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for galliano liqueur

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


recipe for jfk cocktail

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

recipe for butter pecan liqueur

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

recipe for copycat bennigan's almond joy candy bar drink

Copycat Bennigan's Almond Joy Candy Bar Drink

Craving a sweet treat that's also a drink? This copycat Bennigan's Almond Joy candy bar cocktail is the perfect solution that tastes like an Almond Joy...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for blue lemonade

Blue Lemonade

Made with ice, blueberries, water, sugar, lemons, blackberries

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy party punch

Easy Party Punch

Made with sherbet, lemon-lime soda or ginger ale


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for the klondike bar cocktail

The Klondike Bar Cocktail

Made with milk, vanilla ice cream, peppermint liqueur, vanilla liqueur or cognac, tequila


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for alabama slammer cocktail

Alabama Slammer Cocktail

Looking for a smooth, fruity cocktail? Try the Alabama Slammer made with Southern Comfort, Triple Sec, Sloe Gin, Galliano, and a dash of orange juice. Simply shake, strain into...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for scooby snack cocktail

Scooby Snack Cocktail

The Scooby Snack cocktail is a blend of coconut rum, melon liqueur, pineapple juice, and heavy cream. It's a creamy, fruity drink that's perfect for unwinding after solving a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mandarin cosmo cocktail

Mandarin Cosmo Cocktail

Made with fresh mint, ice cubes, orange juice, orange, lime, lemon, Mandrin vodka, orange liqueur, cranberry juice


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for kool-aid milkshake

Kool-Aid Milkshake

Made with milk, vanilla ice cream, soft drink mix


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ninja turtle punch

Ninja Turtle Punch

Made with lime sherbet, frozen mixed fruit, lime Kool-Aid, water, lemon-lime carbonated beverage


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacardi razz cosmopolitan

Bacardi Razz Cosmopolitan

Made with fresh raspberries, lime, Bacardi Razz rum, Triple Sec, cranberry juice, lime juice


Time:   under 30 minutes





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