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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 whiskey sour cocktail

Whiskey Sour Cocktail

The combination of whiskey and the citrus flavors of the sour mix make this a refreshing mixed drink.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hot pear toddy

Hot Pear Toddy

The toddy is an 18th century hot drink made of liquor and spices. This version includes pear nectar for an extra soothing drink.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for moscow mule cocktail

Moscow Mule Cocktail

This vodka-based cocktail is made with ginger beer and lime and served over ice (preferably in a copper mug)


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chocolate mint martini

Chocolate Mint Martini

This minty winter cocktail is made with vodka, creme de cacao, and creme de menthe.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for scorpion cocktail

Scorpion Cocktail

This slushy cocktail has a real kick of booze to it with rum, brandy, and amaretto.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for margarita spritzer

Margarita Spritzer

Enjoy a twist on the classic margarita. Quick to prepare in just 5 minutes, this margarita spritzer mixes tequila, lime, and triple sec, then adds a fizzy kick from seltzer.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for amaretto cocoa mix in a jar

Amaretto Cocoa Mix in a Jar

This make-ahead mix is sensational packed into mason jars for cute gift baskets. Next time you're sitting around a fire, it'll be the perfect treat to have on hand.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ginger mint iced tea

Ginger Mint Iced Tea

Tea is steeped with fresh ginger and orange peel and served over ice with mint.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for peach bellini cocktail

Peach Bellini Cocktail

Sparkling wine blended with peach schnapps, peaches, and ice is all it takes for a round of bubbly Bellinis.


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 neiman marcus' mariposa margarita

Neiman Marcus' Mariposa Margarita

Pretty close to a classic marg, but a splash of orange juice sets it apart. This recipe goes with a standard salt rim, but a sugar rim is a great alternative for those...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fresh fruit smoothies

Fresh Fruit Smoothies

Combining ripe bananas, fresh strawberries, cranberry juice, and a touch of honey, these smoothies are as nourishing as they are delicious. Perfect for breakfast, a healthy snack...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamy mint liqueur

Creamy Mint Liqueur

This dreamy mint liqueur is the best way to add a boozy holiday twist to coffee or hot chocolate. The combination of peppermint schnapps and vanilla gives it a winter-fresh flavor. ...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for green tea martini

Green Tea Martini

Antioxidant-rich green tea is mixed with orange-flavored vodka, cointreau, and a little simple syrup for sweetness.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker christmas wassail

Slow Cooker Christmas Wassail

A citrus wassail with light spice flavors. It's made with apple cider, pineapple juice, orange juice, cloves, and cinnamon sticks.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

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 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 sara's dirty martini

Sara's Dirty Martini

Vodka, olive juice and vermouth shaken with ice and poured into a chilled glass make a dirty but marvelous martini. Bonus recipe for awesome blue cheese and almond stuffed olives...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for green star cocktail

Green Star Cocktail

This bright cocktail is as unique as it is eye-catching. Pineapple and rum kick it off with a tropical vibe, but topping it with tonic water brings a whole new twist to the island...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mint julep iced tea

Mint Julep Iced Tea

Looking for a little extra Southern flair in your sweet tea? Iced tea meets the famed Mint Julep in this non-alcoholic recipe.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cafe mocha latte

Cafe Mocha Latte

This coffee drink is made with half and half, brown sugar, brewed coffee or espresso, chocolate syrup, vanilla extract, and an optional shot of bourbon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for havana cooler cocktail

Havana Cooler Cocktail

Similar to a mojito, this cocktail combines rum, mint, and ginger ale for a refreshing summertime drink.


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 bullshot cocktail

Bullshot Cocktail

Shake up cocktail hour with a Bullshot, a hearty blend of vodka and beef broth that's like a steak dinner in a glass. Bacon garnish optional but encouraged.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for rum punch

Rum Punch

When it comes to making a tasty rum punch, there's no need to overcomplicate things - less is definitely more. Just a few simple ingredients are all that's needed to make this refreshing...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for strawberry pina colada

Strawberry Pina Colada

A creamy pina colada base is so good that it's a shame to limit it to just one kind of cocktail. Fresh strawberries and triple sec add a fruity twist and give these coladas a...


Time:   1-2 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 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 bloody caesar cocktail

Bloody Caesar Cocktail

One of our favorite twists on the classic Bloody Mary. This one is made with clamato instead of tomato juice.


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 storm of the century hurricane cocktail

Storm Of The Century Hurricane Cocktail

Made with orange, ice, light rum, dark rum, coconut rum, vodka, gin, raspberry liqueur, Triple Sec, orange juice


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for white wine eggnog

White Wine Eggnog

A unique, warm eggnog made with white wine, lemon, milk, and honey.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for how to make a dry martini

How To Make A Dry Martini

Everyone should know how to make a classic martini (even if you don't care for them, chances are someone you know loves them!). Make sure to use dry vermouth, not sweet.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tangerine punch

Tangerine Punch

Made with lime juice, water, tangerine juice, frozen strawberry daiquiri mixer


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for halloween ghostbuster cocktail

Halloween Ghostbuster Cocktail

Drink too many of these and you'll probably start seeing ghosts. This tasty cocktail is made with vodka, Bailey's and Kahlua.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for medium dry martini

Medium Dry Martini

Not quite as dry as the gin martini that James Bond enjoys. This version is made with a combination of dry and sweet vermouth to balance out the flavor a bit.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pink cotton candy cocktail

Pink Cotton Candy Cocktail

Made with pink lemonade, ice, vodka, amaretto


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 mimosa punch

Mimosa Punch

Nothing says brunch like mimosas, and nothing says party like punch. Bringing the two together is a no-brainer, and adding in Grand Marnier lends an extra level of flavor.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for jamaican jigglers

Jamaican Jigglers

Feel like getting a little boozy with your dessert? These Jamaican jigglers combine zesty flavors and a splash of rum for a treat that's seriously easy to whip up.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for plymouth rock cocktail

Plymouth Rock Cocktail

A simple and refreshing holiday-flavored cocktail made with gin, cranberry juice, and fresh cranberries for garnish


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker white chocolate hot chocolate

Slow Cooker White Chocolate Hot Chocolate

Cream, milk, and white chocolate with a touch of vanilla makes the creamiest, dreamiest hot chocolate.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for summer camp shake

Summer Camp Shake

Chocolate ice cream blended up with Heath bars and cinnamon makes a treat that's good around campfires, dining room tables, or pretty much anywhere else.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker spiced peach iced tea

Slow Cooker Spiced Peach Iced Tea

Nothing says southern charm like a tasty, slow soaked, cinnamon-peach refresher. Your summers just got better.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for frozen rhubarb daiquiris

Frozen Rhubarb Daiquiris

Made with white rum, frozen limeade or lemonade concentrate, rhubarb, water, sugar, lemon-lime soda

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for caramel mudslide cocktail

Caramel Mudslide Cocktail

A grownup milkshake of sorts. Made with vanilla ice cream, bananas, hazelnut liqueur, and caramel syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fresh strawberry lemonade

Fresh Strawberry Lemonade

It's tough to beat fresh ingredients, and with fresh strawberries and lemon juice this lemonade does not disappoint. All the regular lemonade stands in the neighborhood won't...


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 spiced cranberry liqueur

Spiced Cranberry Liqueur

This scratch-made holiday liqueur is amazing with ginger, whole spices and fresh cranberries. This gin infusion makes a sensational sipper or a versatile addition to some craft...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chocolate martini

Chocolate Martini

The perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth while enjoying a sophisticated cocktail. This drink combines the smoothness of chocolate liqueur with the bite of vodka.


Time:   under 30 minutes





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