Drinks

Mar 12, 2013

The Espresso Martini

This cocktail is absolutely delicious and very special. It’s made with Bailey’s Irish Cream, Kahlua, Frangelico and double espresso vodka. I don’t know what it is about it but it’s hard to resist after dinner.

Did I say dinner? Don’t feel you have to limit yourself. I’ve been known to split one with a friend after lunch. The thing is, we then order another one to split. I know the math. What can I say?

It’s goes down like silk then gives you a kick in the pants with the double espresso vodka. I love it! I think you will too.

Use it for good…

…or for a good time.

I recommend – Vincent Van Gogh Double Espresso Vodka

Enjoy!

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Jul 9, 2012

“What I Did On My Summer Blogcation” and A Recipe For Raspberry-Cherry Lemonade

Welcomed a college junior home for the summer Welcomed a grad student home twice for visits that were still too short Had a birthday and celebrated Father’s Day on the same day Received a new laptop Hosted two outdoor movie nights – “O Brother Where Art Thou” and “How To Murder Your Wife”, 1965, with Jack Lemmon (so funny and delightfully chauvinistic) Angel’s Game with “Big Bang Friday Fireworks” Hosted a 4th of July celebration and BBQ Saw my sons… [Read More]

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Jul 23, 2011

The Best-Ever Chocolate Malts

What’s your favorite childhood summertime memory? Mine was of nights spent on our street playing kickball, roller skating, playing handball against the side of the house and riding our bikes. We’d sing “Leader of The Pack” as we imagined our bikes turning into motorcycles- “Vroom, vroom, vroom!” One by one we’d hear our respective moms calling our names from the front porch and we knew it was time to come in. I don’t think moms do this anymore. It would… [Read More]

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Dec 19, 2010

Gingerbread Latte

I made the big mistake of tasting a gingerbread latte for the first time this weekend and can’t believe I have missed out all these years! Here is a recipe I made although I used coffee since I don’t own an espresso machine.You also make your own gingerbread syrup (OMGosh!). I think this is the perfect hot drink for the coziness of Christmas Eve or to welcome friends who might drop by with a plate of cookies. If you know… [Read More]

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Jun 30, 2010

Red, White & Blue Daiquiris

Make a batch of each color daiquiri ahead of time and have them ready in your freezer in plastic containers. Your guests can choose one flavor or layer all three in a glass. Make all three cocktails from the same base recipe with slight variations. 1 – 6-oz. can frozen lemonade concentrate (2/3 c.)1/2 of a 6-oz. can frozen limeade concentrate (1/3c.)1 juice can light rum (2/3 c.)1/4 to 1/3 cup powdered sugar (or more to taste)3 c. ice cubesGarnish… [Read More]

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Apr 30, 2010

The Perfect Mint Julep

Recipe courtesy of Henry Watterson, a newspaper man from Kentucky ~ “Pluck the mint gently from its bed, just as the dew of the evening is about to form upon it. Select the choicer sprigs only, but do not rinse them. Prepare the simple syrup and measure out a half-tumbler of whiskey. Pour the whiskey into a well-frosted silver cup, throw the other ingredients away and drink the whiskey.” Or… Mint Julep Recipe: 1.Freeze your glass or metal mug well… [Read More]

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Dec 22, 2009

Hot “Hoochy” Coffee

This is the best recipe for a special occasion coffee to serve either with dessert or in place of. I have been making this delicious concoction for years. It’s very simple and parts can be mixed and made ahead of time. Then just add coffee and top with whipped cream and the garnish of your choice and serve.Makes 2 servings. Almond Mocha Coffee1/4 c. amaretto3 T. Kahlua or other *coffee-flavored liqueur1/4 c. plus 2 T. half & half, scalded1 T…. [Read More]

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Sep 3, 2009

Spiced Tea & Autumn. “Mmmm.”

With the windmills of my mind on Autumn this week how cute are these mugs from Crate & Barrel, one of my Happiest Places On Earth? Paired with Halloween Hot Cocoa… … or make your own spiced tea ~ 2 cups orange flavored drink mix (e.g. Tang) 2 cups white sugar 1/4 cup instant tea powder 3/4 cup lemon-flavored instant tea powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves DIRECTIONS In a large bowl, combine orange drink mix, sugar,… [Read More]

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