Our holidays include equal thought given to the drinks as to the food. Whether it is something fresh and bubbly, a special cocktail or infusion, there is always something special on the menu. In past years when we've hosting those opting out of alcoholic beverages, either by choice or by age (our kids for instance) we seek out unexpected sparkling juices or ciders.
Looking for a refreshing beverage you can sip all season? Today's Cucumber Rose Aperol Spritz is light, sparkling, and packed with summer flavor. Last summer I discovered a new summer beverage I could not get enough of... the Aperol Spritz. Erin Hawley is with us today sharing an amazing cocktail variation based on this Italian favorite.
Can't do black coffee? Me either! As much as I would love to, straight-up black coffee - even the really, really high-quality stuff - is borderline vile to me. It's weird (and awesome) how a splash of cream can transform it into a dreamy wonderland of morning goodness.
It's been hot lately, well, hot for Oregon. We tend to melt a little in the Pacific Northwest when the mercury rises...we're just not used to it. And when it's hot, nothing tastes better than a nice, cool drink. Especially an adult beverage. Sangria is the famed drink served throughout Spain and Portugal in the summer months.
I hope you guys are having a fabulous 3-day weekend. Truth be told, it's like any other weekend for us. Life with a newborn is different, as you know. I'm making homemade pizza for dinner...kind of the exact opposite of grilling outdoors, but these days, I'm just proud of anything homemade that I can manage to produce.
On sunny SF days, 90% of Mission hipsters can be found, fixie bike and foofy dog in tow, lounging on a blanket in Dolores Park, drinking PBR from a can, iPod earphones firmly in place, skinny jeans cuffed just so.
Choose a high-acid, no-oak sauvignon blanc or similar white for this sophisticated version of the party wine drink from bartender Jon Santer of Prizefighter in Emeryville, California. The wine should be light on its toes; aromatic Lillet Blanc, Spanish brandy, and elderflower liqueur will provide plenty of richness.
Let's cut right to the chase. No games. OK?! What could be better than coffee, whipped cream & whiskey??!! Oh gee, to have all that in one line of text is pretty awesome ~ let alone to have all of 'em in one drink! These Irish Whiskey Shooters are a fun twist on a classic ...
For those who like to celebrate with festive cocktails over the holidays, I have a good one for you: Irish Coffee Eggnog HEY, it's Friday!!!! And it's that day of the week where you get home from a long, hectic week at work and you might wish to make a little something to celebrate Friday Happy Hour.
Thai dipping sauce goes cocktail in this fish sauce-spiked Bloody Mary, seasoned with spicy sambal oelek, cilantro, and lime. It's topped with a glug of beer for some effervescence and garnished with a sprinkle of crunchy fried shallots.