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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 diabetic punch

Diabetic Punch

This low-sugar punch is a refreshing alternative to traditional punches made with sugary sodas and juices. It's perfect for any occasion where you want to serve a refreshing...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for appletini cocktail

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

recipe for frosted orange

Frosted Orange

Ice cream and orange juice blend together for a decadent but bright summer drink


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for 20 year old baker's hot chocolate

20 Year Old Baker's Hot Chocolate

Made with milk, baking chocolate, water, sugar, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for classic old fashioned cocktail

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

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recipe for colorado bulldog cocktail

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

recipe for absolute stress cocktail

Absolute Stress Cocktail

Beat stress the absolute best way, with an Absolute Stress cocktail. It's fruity, it's boozy, and it's here to make your worries disappear one sip at a time.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for purple heart cocktail

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


recipe for pink lady cocktail

Pink Lady Cocktail

Pretty in pink! This drink is made with gin, grenadine, and cream and shaken with ice until frothy and chilled.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for the michelada

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

recipe for double martini

Double Martini

Having a tough week? This martini is a double whammy made with both vodka and gin.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for classic tom collins cocktail

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

recipe for fuzzy navel cocktail

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

recipe for velvet hammer cocktail

Velvet Hammer Cocktail

Cointreau, brandy, and creme de cacao blended with vanilla ice cream forms this delicious milkshake-cocktail hybrid.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for homemade kahlua liqueur

Homemade Kahlua Liqueur

Broaden your culinary horizons with this fun and boozy kitchen experiment. Vanilla, sugar, and coffee turn ordinary vodka into an absolute treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for banana-rum punch

Banana-Rum Punch

A tropical cocktail made of orange juice mixed with creme de banana liqueur and rum.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vodka gimlet

Vodka Gimlet

A traditional gimlet is made with gin, but this version is made with vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat caribou coffee's hot apple blast

Copycat Caribou Coffee's Hot Apple Blast

Thought hot apple cider was good already? It may be, but throwing in caramel and cinnamon syrups a la Caribou makes it simply fabulous.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for leprechaun lemonade

Leprechaun Lemonade

Serve up a twist on traditional lemonade by blending in lemon-lime soda and Mountain Dew. Leprechaun's lemonade is perfect for summer parties and lazy afternoons.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for homemade wine

Homemade Wine

Who says you need fancy vineyards to enjoy a glass of wine? With just a few ingredients and some patience, you can whip up your very own batch right at home.


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for candy bar cocktail

Candy Bar Cocktail

If you love cocktails and peanut butter cups, you are in for a treat. This delightful dessert sipper has creamy PB and two types of creme de cacao.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for peanut butter fudge milkshake

Peanut Butter Fudge Milkshake

This peanut butter fudge milkshake is the perfect treat for any peanut butter lover. It's rich, creamy, and full of flavor. So go ahead and indulge in this delicious...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for galliano stinger cocktail

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


recipe for mojitos by the pitcher

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

recipe for copycat mr & mrs t bold & spicy bloody mary mix

Copycat Mr & Mrs T Bold & Spicy Bloody Mary Mix

Skip the bottled Bloody Mary mix next time and make your own. It has just the right balance of spices and is delicious enough to drink without the vodka...


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat bonefish grill's raspberry martini

Copycat Bonefish Grill's Raspberry Martini

Discover how to whip up Bonefish Grill's Raspberry Martini, a perfect mix of raspberry vodka and schnapps balanced with a splash of sour mix.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat applebee's blue skies cocktail

Copycat Applebee's Blue Skies Cocktail

Blue curacao with peach schnapps and pina colada mix makes a gorgeous looking drink that's sure to turn heads. Bonus: it's tasty, too!


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for knock me down cocktail

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

recipe for gin cosmopolitan cocktail

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


recipe for southern long island iced tea

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

recipe for copycat beaches and sandals' dirty banana cocktail

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

recipe for copycat pat o'brien's hurricane punch

Copycat Pat O'Brien's Hurricane Punch

A copy cat recipe from the famous Pat O'Brien's located in the French Quarter of New Orleans. The punch calls for passion fruit cocktail mix, lemon juice, and dark...


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 chai kurdi (kurdish tea)

Chai Kurdi (Kurdish Tea)

Made with India tea leaves, cinnamon stick, sugar cubes, water


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat loretta's bloody mary

Copycat Loretta's Bloody Mary

This recipe hails from Loretta's Restaurant in Mobile, Alabama. It's just as good without the vodka, too.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat rosa mexicano's pomegranate margarita

Copycat Rosa Mexicano's Pomegranate Margarita

If you love margaritas then you have to try this copycat recipe from Rosa Mexicano made with pomegranate juice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for a&w clone cream soda

A&W Clone Cream Soda

When is the last time you had a classic cream soda? This homemade batch made with vanilla, sugar and club soda is a great beverage on its own or makes a fabulous float with vanilla...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for coffee liqueur with brandy

Coffee Liqueur With Brandy

Upgrade the classic coffee liqueur by swapping vodka out for brandy and adding a hint of vanilla bean for depth.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for st. patrick's day jell-o shots

St. Patrick's Day Jell-O Shots

Who needs green beer when you can have green Jell-O shots? Green Irish whiskey Jell-O shots, no less.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for new year's day mimosa

New Year's Day Mimosa

A cheer to the new year! This cocktail starts the year off right with the combination of Champagne and orange juice. For a festive touch, garnish the rims of the flutes with...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vodka punch

Vodka Punch

The combination of cranberry juice, lemonade and 7-UP gives this vodka punch a very refreshing taste.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat bonefish grill's sidecar cocktail

Copycat Bonefish Grill's Sidecar Cocktail

The Bonefish Grill's sidecar cocktail is perfect for unwinding after a long day or celebrating special occasions. Served in a sugar-rimmed glass, it is as...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat applebee's lemonade

Copycat Applebee's Lemonade

If you thought lemonade was just lemons, water, and sugar then you are missing out. A little sparkling water is the Applebee's trick for an especially good glass.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for homemade baileys irish cream

Homemade Baileys Irish Cream

Mix this copycat version of Baileys Irish cream into your hot chocolate or coffee, whip up some holiday cocktails, or simply drink it poured over ice.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for jamba juice orange-a-peel

Jamba Juice Orange-A-Peel

Fresh-squeezed juice is the way to go for orange smoothies. This healthy Jamba Juice copycat is equal parts citrusy and creamy thanks to plenty of vanilla frozen yogurt.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for open house punch

Open House Punch

This smooth tasting punch is made with lemonade and orange juice with lemon-lime soda and a bottle of Southern Comfort. Yes, a bottle.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat hash house a go go's bloody mary

Copycat Hash House A Go Go's Bloody Mary

A classic take on the Bloody Mary, this drink's got vodka, seasoned tomato goodness, and the must-have garnishes like spicy pickled green beans and olives.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat macaroni grill bellini cocktail

Copycat Macaroni Grill Bellini Cocktail

Peach bellinis are the next step up from mimosas. Peach nectar with a touch of grenadine turns chilled champagne into a fruity and attractive summer drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sea breeze cocktail

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

recipe for black forest coffee

Black Forest Coffee

This coffee drink mimics the flavors of the popular Black Forest cake. Hot coffee is combined with chocolate syrup and cherry juice and served with whipped cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes





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