Margot Lecarpentier is one of the best bartenders in Paris. At her bar, Combat, she shakes and stirs up cocktails – with and without alcohol – that are some of the best in the city. One a warm summer day, Margot stopped by to make an Affogato for us to enjoy in my backyard. In Italian, affogato means “drowned,” and the typical affogato is a…
A hot toddy with rum is the best warming drink! Use white, aged, or dark rum for this easy recipe…
This Tinto de Verano (Spanish Summer Wine Cocktail) is beyond simple, but deserves a permanent spot on the blog! Fresh,…
Fruity Vodka Party Punch is an easy cocktail made with lemonade, fruit punch, rum, and vodka. It’s bright and fruity, a little tropical, and makes a big batch, which is exactly what I want from a party drink! I get so many people asking for this recipe every time I serve it! I’ve always had…
A French 75 is a classic cocktail that tastes kind of like a champagne martini. This is my go-to cocktail when I want to be a little fancy because it’s sweet and bubbly with a kick from the gin and a citrus boost from a bit of lemon. It’s so good! What is a French…
If you find an Aperol Spritz too bitter but want to enjoy a refreshing summer drink, try the Hugo Spritz. It’s a simple cocktail made with elderflower so it’s a sweeter counterpart to a traditional bitter spritz. What is a Hugo Spritz? This flowery drink was invented in 2005 in Italy, where the Aperol Spritz…
Here’s how to make a classic hot toddy with whiskey, rum, or brandy, plus honey and lemon. This cozy drink…
This cranberry martini is a tart-sweet spin on the classic vodka martini starring Cointreau, fresh lemon, and cranberry juice. It’s…
Rum Punch Cocktails are great all year long! With 4 kinds of rum, pineapple juice, and grenadine, this easy cocktail recipe packs a PUNCH! I’m showing you how to make a single drink OR a party punch! If you’re looking for a party punch that will take you to the beach, this is it! I’d…
Another day, another Kauai-inspired recipe! But this time, it’s our go-to cocktail while we’re on the island. Fresh, slightly smoky,…
A Texas margarita adds fresh orange juice to the classic tequila and lime! Here’s my 5-minute recipe, plus a pitcher…
Love a Piña Colada but don’t feel like using the blender? Never fear: Piña Colada on the Rocks is here! This easy recipe has 3 ingredients and is easier to make than the classic cocktail. If there is one thing I know, it’s that a Piña Colada is one of the most popular recipes out…
Here’s how to make a whiskey sour with egg white! The frothy foam topping is the cherry on top of…
Tokyo Tea is a bright green spin on Long Island Iced Tea made with Midori melon liqueur. It’s sweet, citrusy,…
This strawberry sangria made the Spanish way, with strawberries, dry rosé, and orange liqueur. Here’s how to build the pitcher…
Bourbon lemonade is the ideal two-ingredient summer cocktail: sweet-tart fresh lemonade with a warm whiskey finish. Here’s how to make…
This watermelon sangria is fruity, refreshing, and made for a crowd. Blend fresh melon with white wine and brandy for…
The Bijou cocktail is a classic gin drink named for the colors of jewels, using gin, sweet vermouth, and green…
There’s nothing like a delicious batched cocktail when hosting! This Summer Rosé Sangria hits all the marks — preppable, flavorful,…
A Vodka Collins is one of our favorite warm-weather cocktails because it comes together quickly with four ingredients you probably…
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Here’s how to make rose sangria with just a handful of fruit and dry rosé wine. It’s a light, refreshing…
Here’s how to make the classic French Pastis drink! It’s a refreshing mix of the anise-flavored liqueur and water. Looking…
Here’s how to make a Black Russian! This coffee-flavored vodka cocktail is perfect for after dinner drinks or an afternoon…
Cantaritos are a citrusy Mexican tequila cocktail served in a clay cup with grapefruit soda and a squeeze of fresh…
The Jungle Bird is a tropical rum cocktail with a twist! Bitter Campari offsets sweet pineapple juice to make a…
