If you’re planning a baby shower I have a cocktail recipe guide for you. I recently got to take a look at Preggatinis by Natalie Bovis-Nelson. The book  is loaded with alcohol free cocktails and mocktails that are perfect for moms to be and their friends at a baby shower.
This guide is loaded with stylish recipes just for the mom to be. Natalie is otherwise known as The Liquid Muse, and she’s a pro at creating upscale cocktail recipes. She approached Preggatini the same way. The recipes are created with fresh fruits and vegetables instead of sugary syrups.
This little book …read more

I still have some Thanksgiving cocktail recipes coming in to share with you. So if you haven’t found that perfect Thanksgiving cocktail yet for your celebration keep an eye out here. I’ll have at least one more post of them after today.
I also have a fun interview with someone from The Food Network, more Thanksgiving recipes, and a giveaway, so stay tuned!
You can tell your guests your Thanksgiving signature drink is a Mayflower Martini, or a Pilgrim Toddy. How fun is that?

The Mayflower Martini

1.5 oz. of Rhum Clément Première Canne
.5 oz. of Rhum Clément Créole Shrubb
1 oz. of Cranberry …read more

Today I have some more yummy holiday cocktail recipes to share, these recipes would work great for your Thanksgiving dinner, or any holiday party. The recipes are courtesty of mixologist Deborah Harris from New York’s trendy Harbour Restaurant.
These cocktail recipes have all the flavors of the season. I’m a big fan of egg nog and of gingerbread this time of year, so I can’t wait to give a couple of these a try. Add in the cranberry and nutmeg flavors, and I’m sure these will be a big hit for any holiday party.

Maple Cinnamon Nog:
A combination of Bourbon, clove & …read more

When you’re planning your Thanksgiving menu, you might want to include a cocktail or two. Today I have a couple more yummy Thanksgiving cocktail recipes, from Blue Ice Vodka, these flavors combinations are all very fall, and holiday. Maybe one of these can work as the signature cocktail at your holiday bash.
Even if you’re not the party hostess, you can offer to pitch in with the cocktails for your contribution to the party. These recipes can be great conversation starters, and your friends will be impressed that you came up with recipes so perfect for the holiday.
Blue Ice Pumpkin Pie …read more

Today I have some cocktails that will work great for your Christmas party. Going back to basics is a definite trend this year, and these cocktails embrace that with some basic Christmas flavors that everyone loves.
The Christmas cocktails I have for you today were created by leading mixologists. They were created by taking your top winter drinks from childhood and giving them a sophisticated and provocative makeover. Forget spiced apple cider, you’re sure to enjoy these updated cocktails. They’re sure to put a smile on your face just like Christmas morning.
The recipes are all courtesy of Brent Lamberti, bartender at …read more

Today I have some cocktail recipes from Partida Tequila to help your holiday guests warm up on those cold nights. These exotic cocktail recipes will go well with your winter party plans (from Thanksgiving, to Christmas and New Years), but they’d also hold up for a Mexican night fiesta for college play off games.
This cocktail trio would also be great for the big football game night. Pair these delicious drinks with freshly-made guacamole and chips, bite-size cheese quesidillas, grilled corn topped with melted nacho cheese, lime juice and cilantro to give guests something to nibble and sip as they watch …read more

Today I have a couple yummy fall cocktail recipes that would work great as a little something for your Thanksgiving gathering, or for a delicious treat for the adults after trick or treat.
The spiced apple cider features some delicious fall flavors with hot apple cider, real cinnamon sticks, and a little splash of Zaya Rum. Both drinks will warm you up on a cold fall evening.
These cocktails would be perfect for a fall bonfire, or a tailgate party. Just heat up the drinks and fill up a thermos with the warm cocktails. Bring along mugs for your guests, and you …read more

Movember is a global charity event that invites men to grow mustaches (or Mos, as the Aussies say) for the month of November, and while doing so, raise funds and awareness for prostate and testicular cancer. Testicular cancer is the most common cancer afflicting men aged 18-35 and prostate cancer will affect 1 in 6 men.
Why not gather some friends together to help raise awareness in your area this month. You can put together a walk or event to help others become aware of the importance of regular screenings.
Canadian Club is a sponsor of the Movember charity event, and they …read more

We’ve had some great fall cocktail recipes over the last couple weeks. Today I have 3 more for you, only these have a little kick to them, courtesy of Tabasco.
My husband would enjoy these recipes, he’s a put Tabasco in everything kind of person. I’m not sure he eats anything without adding a drop or two.
I think the Spiced Mulled Cider sounds delicious for a cool fall evening. I love mulled cider this time of year, so I may have to give this recipe a try.

Citrus Frost

2 cups blood orange juice
1/4 cup brandy
1 teaspoon bitters
1/2 teaspoon original Tabasco® brand pepper …read more

I’ve shared tons of yummy fall and Halloween cocktail recipes with you in the last couple weeks, to help you plan your cocktail memory for your fall parties. Today I have two more, one from Canadian Club, the other from Cruzan. Both recipes feature one of my favorite fall flavors, fresh apple cider.
An apple pie cocktail is the perfect flavor for this time of year, with fresh apple cider from your local apple orchard, or farmer’s market. You can offer warm spiced apple cider as an alternative on cool autumn nights, or warm everyone up with the Hot Toddy recipe …read more