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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 cookies 'n' cream frappe

Cookies 'n' Cream Frappe

A grownup coffee drink meets a childhood favorite. Espresso is mixed with Oreo cookies in a creamy milkshake style drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for santa's nightcap cocktail

Santa's Nightcap Cocktail

A cheerful cocktail using gin, rum, and maple syrup, topped off with fresh lime juice. Served over ice, it's a fun addition to your holiday drinks.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tangerine bourbon margarita

Tangerine Bourbon Margarita

Dust off your cocktail shaker for this refreshing tangerine bourbon margarita. The mix of tangerine juice and Southern Comfort will make any day special.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for easy baileys irish cream

Easy Baileys Irish Cream

Irish cream is spectacular for turning coffee into cocktails and making boozy desserts, and you can whip it up right at home.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bay breeze cocktail

Bay Breeze Cocktail

One of the easiest, breeziest cocktails out there. A splash of cranberry juice on top of the vodka-pineapple blend gives this drink some serious tropical sunset vibes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for blown away

Blown Away

Vodka and Kahlua always goes down smooth. You might be blown away by how quickly you want another one of these.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for indonesian drink

Indonesian Drink

Avocado, brewed coffee, and milk are blended together for a rich and creamy malt-like beverage.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for margarita fizz

Margarita Fizz

A lighter and fizzier version of the classic margarita. Try other flavors of sparkling water to mix things up a bit.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for five fruit punch

Five Fruit Punch

Made with champagne, cranberry-raspberry drink, pineapple-orange-guava juice, ginger ale


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 4th of july cocktail

4th Of July Cocktail

Mix up a festive cocktail for the 4th of July by mixing vodka, triple sec, sweet & sour mix, and blue curacao in a martini glass. Then pour in a splash of grenadine to create...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for buttery nipple

Buttery Nipple

The combination of butterscotch and Irish cream makes a shot so delicious you may forget it has alcohol.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for honey mint iced tea

Honey Mint Iced Tea

A semi-sweet iced tea is the perfect beverage to sip all summer long. If you're still waiting for the warm weather to appear, skip the refrigeration and enjoy a hot mint tea to take...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat applebee's road runner cocktail

Copycat Applebee's Road Runner Cocktail

The Road Runner cocktail, an Applebee's classic, is fruity and colorful drink made with a mixture of rum, blackberry and banana liqueurs, grenadine, and sweet...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for azalea cocktail

Azalea Cocktail

A perfect spring cocktail! Lime juice, pineapple juice, gin, and grenadine are mixed in a cocktail shaker with ice. You can also add some heavy whipping cream if desired.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker tropical tea

Slow Cooker Tropical Tea

Made with cinnamon stick, orange, tea bags, water, sugar, honey, orange juice, pineapple juice

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cinnamon wassail

Cinnamon Wassail

You can't go wrong with hot apple cider on a cold night, but this mulled wassail made with whole cloves and cinnamon takes it to a new level.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cocoa for a crowd

Cocoa for a Crowd

Hosting a party? Cooking for a crowd? Serve up a mug of comfort with this easy recipe for hot cocoa that serves a large group.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sweet summer strawberry crush

Sweet Summer Strawberry Crush

A delicious way to use fresh strawberries. Adjust the level of sweetness with more or less sugar, depending on how sweet your strawberries are.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for agua fresca de limon (lime drink)

Agua Fresca De Limon (Lime Drink)

Agua fresca de limon is just another way to say limeade, but you've gotta admit it's got a nice ring to it.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ruby red grapefruit punch

Ruby Red Grapefruit Punch

Tart grapefruit juice makes a totally underrated mixer for cocktails and large-batch blends like this white wine punch.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for st. patrick's day green beer

St. Patrick's Day Green Beer

Everyone is a little Irish on St. Patrick's Day. Celebrate with some green beer served in a frosty glass.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for strawberry limeade

Strawberry Limeade

Strawberry limeade is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for summertime. This pink drink is made with frozen strawberries, lime juice, sugar, and water.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spanish coffee

Spanish Coffee

Tia Maria is a coffee-rum liqueur. Combine it with some brandy and hot coffee and you may have a new favorite drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cran-raspberry punch

Cran-Raspberry Punch

The sweet raspberry vanilla combo is sure to be a hit among the kids, and the adults can add a good splash of white rum in the mix for a boozy version.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for key lime milkshake

Key Lime Milkshake

Have your pie and drink it, too. You may say that the lime juice is the "key" to this creamy milkshake.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pomegranate manhattan cocktail

Pomegranate Manhattan Cocktail

The Pomegranate Manhattan: because even classic cocktails need to let their hair down sometimes. Bourbon, meet your playful side.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for hazelnut cream coffee topping

Hazelnut Cream Coffee Topping

This recipe works great in a whipped cream dispenser if you have one. If not, simply mix the ingredients with a hand mixer until fluffy and then drop by spoonfuls onto the...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for how to make a classic gin and tonic 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

recipe for cinnamon chocolate milk shake

Cinnamon Chocolate Milk Shake

Blend in just a touch of cinnamon to a classic chocolate milkshake and you'll see that sometimes even things that aren't broken need fixing.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for orange drink

Orange Drink

Made with ice, orange juice, water, egg white, vanilla extract, sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dr. stork's belly-blasting smoothie

Dr. Stork's Belly-Blasting Smoothie

The perfect breakfast or lunchtime treat. This thick, creamy smoothie will curb your hunger without loading you up with unwanted fat calories.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bloody mary punch

Bloody Mary Punch

What's not to love about a delicious, refreshing Bloody Mary Punch? Made with tomato juice, zesty horseradish, and fiery Tabasco, this fizzy punch is perfect for any party.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for light pina colada

Light Pina Colada

Trading regular coconut milk for light coconut milk makes this pina colada much lower in fat and calories, but thanks to fresh pineapple and lime the drink keeps its delightful island...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cafe au chocolat

Cafe Au Chocolat

If your mornings need a boost beyond a classic cup of coffee, meet cafe au chocolat. It's a chic little number that can turn any ordinary day into a cafe-worthy experience.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for peach tea mix

Peach Tea Mix

Made with sugar, instant tea mix, peach gelatin powder


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low calorie eggnog

Low Calorie Eggnog

This eggnog won't linger on your hips! It's made with skim milk to cut calories and uses a sugar substitute and vanilla extract to add sweetness.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for black russian cocktail

Black Russian Cocktail

The lesser known, stiffer cousin to the White Russian. No cream in this cocktail, just coffee liqueur and vodka on the rocks. If you've always thought White Russians were a bit...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for applebee's bananaberry freeze

Applebee's Bananaberry Freeze

Made with strawberries, whipped cream, frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, pina colada mix, ice, bananas


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sazerac cocktail

Sazerac Cocktail

Hailing from New Orleans, this cocktail was named for the brand of cognac (Sazerac de Forge et Fils) used in the original version. Most modern versions now use whiskey instead of...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for wassail with tea

Wassail with Tea

Break out the mugs and make this hot, spiced, fruity tea. The combo of sweet cranberry juice with cinnamon, cloves and oranges makes the coldest winter day feel just a little warmer.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate shake

Chocolate Shake

How do you like your shakes, thin enough to drink through a straw or thick enough to eat with a spoon? The chocolate milkshake is a classic either way.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for screwdriver cocktail

Screwdriver Cocktail

The screwdriver is a vodka-based drink that is mixed with orange juice. This large-quantity recipe is perfect for a big brunch gathering.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for killer rum kahlua

Killer Rum Kahlua

Rum makes this a Tia Maria style coffee liqueur.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for fresh lime soda

Fresh Lime Soda

Drink this refreshing, sparkling lime drink as-is or use it as a mixer for cocktails.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for nopalito smoothie

Nopalito Smoothie

This nopalito smoothie combines ripe banana with frozen nopalitos and refreshing citrus juice for a nutrient-rich drink. A great option for breakfast or a snack.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gingersnap latte

Gingersnap Latte

Here's a coffee shop-quality latte you can make right at home. Steamed milk and a warming ginger-cinnamon syrup turn some ordinary espresso into an extraordinary treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mom's best hot cocoa mix

Mom's Best Hot Cocoa Mix

Mom always comes through with the hot cocoa, and you'd better believe she has her recipe down. Just a few basic ingredients for the richest possible mug of warmth.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fake blood cocktail (halloween)

Fake Blood Cocktail (Halloween)

A perfect cocktail to accompany your vampire Halloween costume. Made with tomato juice, tequila, bourbon, and a little lime juice.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for frozen papaya and passion fruit rum cocktails

Frozen Papaya and Passion Fruit Rum Cocktails

Boozy and fruity, these cocktails are perfect for parties or pool side.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for banana orange smoothie

Banana Orange Smoothie

Creamy yogurt is blended with tangy orange juice and sweet bananas for a delicious smoothie.


Time:   under 30 minutes





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