Tart lemonade mixed with sweet cherries makes a refreshing (and pretty) warm weather drink. We love serving this at summer parties.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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Cherry Lemonade
Double Strawberry Milk Shake
This double strawberry milkshake with a one-two punch of sliced strawberries and strawberry ice cream elevates milkshakes to a new level.
Time: under 30 minutes
Rum Hot Toddy
When you think cocktails, what do you think? Mojitos, martinis, cool fruity creations? Warm drinks tend to get forgotten about, but this rum hot toddy is the absolute perfect cold-weather...
Time: under 30 minutes
Bewitching Apple Cider Smoothie
Sip on the flavors of fall with an apple cider smoothie. Blending rich apple cider, creamy vanilla ice cream, and aromatic spices, this drink is both comforting and...
Time: under 30 minutes
Tropical Colada Smoothie
Made with pina colada yogurt, banana, mango, pineapple juice
Time: under 30 minutes
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Avocado Smoothie
Milk and honey transform the wonderful green avocado into a creamy, satisfying smoothie that'll keep you full for hours. Also fantastic with light coconut milk instead of whole milk.
Time: under 30 minutes
Mock Pina Coladas
The pleasures of a pina colada shouldn't be off limits to those who can't booze it up. Crushed pineapple with rum & coconut extracts turn vanilla ice cream into a marvelous...
Time: under 30 minutes
Lime Frosty
A sweet lime drink made with ice cream and lime juice. Add a drop of green food coloring for an extra festive looking drink.
Time: under 30 minutes
Malted Hot Cocoa Mix
Make-ahead mixes like this are so convenient. Whether you're setting up camp outdoors or just settling in for a chilly night at home, a spectacular homemade "just add...
Time: under 30 minutes
Wild Berry Smoothie
A delicious combination of berry, citrus and tropical flavors. The yogurt is optional but it adds a nice touch of creaminess to the smoothie.
Time: under 30 minutes
Hot Chocolate Float
Get your fix with hot chocolate and a scoop of vanilla. The best of both worlds, and the hot chocolate gets even richer as the ice cream melts.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Breakfast Eggnog
This unusual mix of ingredients creates a sweet, creamy drink that can be used as an alternative to the standard breakfast smoothie.
Time: under 30 minutes
Raspberry Cream Soda
A simple and refreshing drink. A creamy drink made with raspberry syrup and milk with fizz from sparkling water.
Time: under 30 minutes
Twinkie Shake
Not that twinkies or milkshakes needed to be improved upon, but the combo makes for a sweet treat.
Time: under 30 minutes
Sparkling Punch
This sparkling punch is made up of 5 fruit juices and fizzy lemon-lime soda. It's kid-friendly and grownups love it too!
Time: 1-2 hours
Pineapple Lemonade
If you're making refreshing lemonade anyway, why not just go full tropical with pineapple?
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Chocolate Amaretto Dream Cocktail
Made with whipped cream, strong brewed espresso, amaretto, heavy cream, chocolate liqueur
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Non-Alcoholic Eggnog
This is a delicious non-alcoholic version of the classic recipe. It starts with a cooked custard-style base made with eggs, sugar, and milk.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Lemon-Lime Soda Pop
DIY lemon-lime soda for cocktails or for drinking straight up. This lemon-lime beverage is made with real citrus juices, which is more than most of the name brands can say.
Time: under 30 minutes
Steffie's Mango-Tini Cocktail
Step up your cocktail game with Steffie's signature mangotini. This tropical drink combines mango rum, orange and peach liqueurs, a splash of fruit juice, and soda for...
Time: under 30 minutes
Porter Float Cocktail
Made with vanilla ice cream, porter, raspberries, fresh mint
Time: under 30 minutes
Banana Mama Cocktail
Cousin to the pina colada, the banana mama turns a touch of banana liqueur and several touches of rum into a creamy treat. You'll feel like you've got your toes in the sand in no...
Time: under 30 minutes
Homemade V8 Juice
Lemon juice, worcestershire, and horseradish give the veggie juice blend just the right spice. Easy to throw in other produce as well for a super healthy refreshment.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
A Long Slow Comfortable Screw Up Against the Wall Cocktail
This is the classic screwdriver all grown up, made with sloe gin paired with the typical vodka and a Galliano float on top.
Time: under 30 minutes
Clear Punch
White grape juice, ginger ale, and lemon-lime soda combine for a classy and easy punch
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Applebee's Long Island Iced Tea Cocktail
Make this classic potent cocktail just like Applebee's does. Four spirits, sweet and sour, and a splash of cola make up the drink.
Time: under 30 minutes
Classic Tom Collins Cocktail
This is a refreshing cocktail that tastes like sparkling lemonade, with a gin kick. It's made with gin, lemon juice, sugar, and club soda.
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat P.F. Chang's Asian Pear Mojito
The combination of ingredients replicate the flavor of an Asian pear, just like they serve at P.F. Chang's. Be sure to tip your bartender!
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Applebee's Perfect Margarita
This copy cat version of Applebee's popular drink is indeed, a perfect margarita! Use good brands of tequila and sweet and sour mix (or make your own) for best...
Time: under 30 minutes
Orange Tic Tac Cocktail Shot
You might not think a vodka shot with sour mix and pineapple juice would taste like an orange tic tac, but it's weirdly on target. Knock one back and you'll see straight...
Time: under 30 minutes
Jogging In A Jug
Need to rehydrate after a workout? Try this blend of juice, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Use fresh squeezed or organic juice if possible.
Time: under 30 minutes
Make Your Own Peppermint Schnapps
Homemade peppermint schnapps is the perfect way to enjoy the holiday season. Made with just a few simple ingredients, serve it on its own or use it to make festive...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
California Root Beer Cocktail
You'll notice that there is no root beer in this recipe. It's titled as such because the unique blend of ingredients creates a root beer like flavor (with a kick!)
Time: under 30 minutes
Hot Dr. Pepper
Heat and lemon turn this popular soft drink into a soothing warm beverage and a great remedy for a cough or sore throat.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Beaches and Sandals' Dirty Banana Cocktail
Coffee liqueur and banana make up a frosty cocktail that's borderline too good. If you're looking for a thicker drink (to slow yourself down?), try...
Time: under 30 minutes
Cadillac Margarita with Agave Nectar
No sugar-packed, slushy-machine margs here! Salted glasses filled with tequila, lime juice, and a sweet touch of agave topped with a float of Grand Marnier make a...
Time: under 30 minutes
Mojitos By The Pitcher
This is a great way to make mojitos for a group instead of making them individually. Recipe is easy to double.
Time: under 30 minutes
Appletini Cocktail
Vodka, sour apple pucker and lime juice come together in this tart cocktail. Garnish with green apple to get extra fancy.
Time: under 30 minutes
Gin Cosmopolitan Cocktail
When it comes to pretty in pink, no cocktail beats a cosmo. Normally it's made with vodka, but using a good quality dry gin instead adds an herbal twist that might just change...
Time: under 30 minutes
The Michelada
Think of the Michelada as a Mexican bloody Mary. It's made with tomato juice, Mexican beer, and lots of spices and seasonings.
Time: under 30 minutes
Sea Breeze Cocktail
The seabreeze may be a summer drink, but let's be honest, it's pretty enjoyable all year round. The cranberry and grapefruit blend with a kick of vodka goes down smooth.
Time: under 30 minutes
Hot Cocoa (Large Batch)
A great way to warm up a large group or crowd. This from-scratch hot cocoa recipe can easily be doubled for even larger groups. Keep it warm in a crock pot and let your guests...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fuzzy Navel Cocktail
This classic cocktail is made with vodka, orange juice, and peach schnapps. You can substitute a splash of grenadine for the cranberry juice if desired.
Time: under 30 minutes
Southern Long Island Iced Tea
There may be five types of liquor in this pitcher, but it goes down as smooth as sweet tea on a summer's afternoon.
Time: under 30 minutes
Colorado Bulldog Cocktail
The Colorado Bulldog is a variation of the White Russian cocktail. The difference is the addition of cola to the drink.
Time: under 30 minutes
Classic Old Fashioned Cocktail
Sophisticated and charming is what you will feel while drinking this classic cocktail. You will suddenly become the most interesting person in the world. At least to...
Time: under 30 minutes
Double Martini
Having a tough week? This martini is a double whammy made with both vodka and gin.
Time: under 30 minutes
Velvet Hammer Cocktail
Cointreau, brandy, and creme de cacao blended with vanilla ice cream forms this delicious milkshake-cocktail hybrid.
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas Cinnamon Coffee
A nice way to have flavored coffee without adding a lot of calories. Coffee grounds are brewed with cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.
Time: under 30 minutes
Pineapple Liqueur
This homemade pineapple-infused liqueur is gonna seriously up your tropical cocktail game. It's really simple to make as well.
Time: over 5 hours
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