The Story Behind The New Amsterdam Cranberry Cider Punch Make spirits bright with a batch of this slightly fizzy punch. Tart and tangy fruit juices join forces with silky New Amsterdam Vodka and sparkling hard apple cider to deliver good tidings of joy. Fresh-cut slices of apple and pear impart a sweetness, while sprigs of…
If you love s’mores, this is the cocktail syrup you need to make this summer! The taste of toasted marshmallows is such a nostalgic flavor and it happens to also work beautifully in many cocktails (and mocktails!) I first made this syrup in the wintertime to sweeten a spiked hot chocolate with aged rum. It’s…
With a name like Belgian Brownie, you expect a cocktail to be chocolate. The Belgian Brownie does not disappoint. It even looks like chocolate milk, so you’re supposed to serve it in a very grown-up looking glass to make sure people know you’re having a real drink. Pin The Belgian Brownie includes another, less expected…
The Story Behind The RumChata Spiced Nog Three ingredients, two easy steps, and one frosty, crowd-pleasing cocktail. Traditional eggnog gets a rum-based makeover this season with this frozen blended drink. Spiced rum sets the stage, but this drink’s secret weapon is horchata-like RumChata. Warm cinnamon and sweet vanilla swirled with coconut cream and ice —…
The Old Fashioned is a great choice for a cool weather cocktail and this Chai Old Fashioned leans into the autumn season with a pop of warming spice. Whether you’re making your Chai Old Fashioned with bourbon, rye, or even aged rum, you’re going to want to make this variation again and again! Why you…
The Kahlua Bomb is a fun and tasty cocktail that mixes the rich flavor of Kahlua with peppermint schnapps. This drink is creamy and has a refreshing minty twist, making it perfect whenever you’re wanting to enjoy a coffee-flavored cocktail. Whether you want something cozy for a cold night or a festive drink for a…
The Story Behind The Broken Column While we’re certainly not ones to turn our noses up at store-bought hot chocolate mix, there’s a different level of magic that comes from making your own at home. And is there any better way to level up homemade hot cocoa than with a little bit of booze? Ali…
Fall is here and if you end up with a surplus of apples like me, I have some great recipes for you! This easy-to-make apple vanilla syrup is a great way to use up those extra apples or to get the most out of bruised or wrinkly ones that might otherwise get tossed. Apple syrup…
The Reindeer Tracks Martini is a delicious blend of chocolate vodka, Frangelico and creme de cacao. Chocolate and a hint of hazelnut are so easy to love together. Pin This is a rich drink, and it’s definitely not low-calorie. On the other hand, it’s not as overwhelming or cloying as a lot of chocolate cocktails…
The Story Behind The IMO Flip There’s no better time than the holiday season to try flip-style cocktails, which are typically shaken up with an entire egg, resulting in a velvety smooth, dessert-style drink. Designed by the team at NYC’s Shinji’s, the IMO Flip flips the style on its head by adding eggs to a…
