Paw Paw Pineapple Cocktail
September 30, 2011 - Written by Diana
Since I’m into paw paws, I’ll re-post the recipe for my Paw Paw Pineapple Cocktail.
- 1 large paw paw (or many small ones) peeled and seeds removed.
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup lemon lime soda
- vodka
I put the paw paw and the pineapple juice into the bullet and blended it, added the soda and stirred then added the vodka to the right strength. This is yummy.
Sorry, no photo available.
My summer drink of 2011 – Peach Mint Vodka Cocktail
August 30, 2011 - Written by Diana
I made my new favorite cocktail tonight. I’ve tried it a few times, and it always comes out tasty. It’s a refreshing summery peach drink that finishes with mint, so so good.
National Rum Day – and Las Fresas Cocktail Recipe
August 16, 2011 - Written by Diana
August 16th is National Rum Day – I kind of thought every day is National Rum Day, but no, it is only on August 16th. I also think Talk like a Pirate Day and National Rum Day should coincide, but that day comes around in the fall. So, enjoy this cocktail provided by Zacapa Rum, but don’t talk like a pirate. For this cocktail you could probably substitute any fresh in season fruit for the strawberries. We have some peach nectar we just made that we will be sipping.
What Do You Do With Your Bailey’s Mudslide?
May 28, 2011 - Written by Diana
Bailey’s Mudslide is available this summer for a limited time, what do you like to do with yours? I’m a fan of mudslides and this mix is pretty tasty. Baileys Mudslide is flavored with premium vodka, coffee, cream and chocolate liqueurs as a proud product of the Baileys Original Irish Cream family. No work, just pour in the glass good stuff.
The recipe I received along with the sample of Bailey’s Mudslide suggested throwing 16 oz of Bailey’s Mudslide cocktail along with two cups of ice for a frozen mudslide cocktail. I went one further. I made Mudslide shakes using ice cream. The part where the lid fell off, and everyone else’s drink went all over the floor was too bad for them, but I managed to make sure I had enough for me. They got a sip – but that’s all I was willing to share.
So what would you make with a Mudslide mix?
Diana’s Mudslide Shake
- 2 scoops Ice Cream
- 1/2 scoop ice
- Bailey’s Mudslide mix to taste
Dump into Blender, blend and pour into a glass – hopefully without the lid falling off .
Do you have any Mudslide …
Mother’s Day Luncheon
May 8, 2011 - Written by Diana
Tonight, my husband and I had a really delicious dinner. I prepared Lamb Chops with Sorrel Sauce and he made the salad to go along with it. This time, I seared thick cut lamb chops on each side in a grill pan, covered the pan with foil and placed it in the oven. You may be able to find sorrel in your grocery store near the salad ingredients, or you can be like me and buy a plant for your garden.
We served this with Barefoot Bubbly Rose Cuvee. While I’m not a big fan of sparkling wine, I found that I really like the Rose Cuvee. It isn’t as dry as the Brut Cuvee and has a bit more sweetness. It would be great for your momosa – a tasty Mother’s Day cocktail.
Follow that up with a tasty sweet cold dessert like Bailey’s Banana Split ; it looks like a really nice dessert. We didn’t have any bananas handy, but if we did I would have tried this out. If you are missing bananas, just serve vanilla …
Mardi Gras Cocktails
March 8, 2011 - Written by DianaToday starts Mardi Gras (or Fat Tuesday), the day before Lent is kicked off. We’re always looking to celebrate; here are a few fun drinks to start off your Mardi Gras festivities. Enjoy!
The Big Easy
Refreshing, yet potent, this simple drink has the flavors and energy of Mardi Gras.
- ½ cup ice
- 2 parts 1800 Tequila
- 2 parts Champagne
- 1 part cranberry Juice
In a shaker, combine 1800 Tequila, passion fruit syrup, and lime juice.Shake well and pour mixture into a glass of ice. Top with champagne and stir, Garnish with mint leaves.
Bourbon Street Sunrise
A New Orleans twist on a classic cocktail
- ½ cup ice
- 2 parts 1800 Tequila
- 1 part passion fruit syrup
- 1 part orange juice
- Splash lemon-lime soda
- Splash lime juice
In a shaker, combine ice, 1800 Tequila, passion fruit syrup and lime juice. Shake well and pour mixture into a glass. Add a splash of lemon-lime soda and stir. Garnish with orange wedge.
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Today is National Margarita Day – though if you ask me, you should make it always fall on President’s Day because some of us have the day off and would celebrate both occasions at the same time. I love, love, love Margaritas and we have a nice drink idea to share with you today. So, sit back, relax and enjoy this drink from Don Julio Tequila . By Brian Van Flandern, Tequila Don Julio Global Brand Ambassador Ingredients: Preparation: Ideal Serving Glass: Yield: Here are some cocktails to enjoy with your sweetie on Valentine’s Day. Sealed with A Kiss Muddle strawberries with a dash of simple syrup. Add rest of ingredients and shake with cubed ice. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a strawberry slither and Shiso leaf.
The Superbowl gets better with a little something to quench your thirst, but only one or two of these Cocktails Sunday night. Be Careful and Be Safe, make sure you have plenty of time between that last drink and getting out on the road. Steelers SHOTgun Blitz Your buddies becoming uneasy during the big game? Help ‘em out with this powerful drink – just like the Steelers. Pour the ingredients into a cocktails shaker filled with ice cubes. Shake well. Strain into a half-sized cocktail glass with ice. Garnish with a lime or cherry. For those of you supporting the “OTHER” team: Packers Playmaker Punch Try this Green Bay inspired drink! Combine all ingredients into a cocktail shaker half-filled with ice. Shake …
New Year’s Eve is coming up, and of course you should be making your plans. Mine are to stay home with my best guy, snuggle under a warm couch blanket and just sip something good. Whatever your plans are, make sure you aren’t drinking and driving, be responsible and stay put. Here are some champagne cocktails with a bit more punch since they include 1800 tequila. New Year’s Eve Sparkler Bubbly Pomtini Enjoy your New Year’s Celebration(s) and be safe. Diana & Deb *** 
Margarita Night In
February 23, 2011 - Written by Diana
1 1/4 ounces Tequila Don Julio Añejo
1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
1 ounce fresh pineapple juice
Fresh rosemary
1/4 ounce simple syrup
Sprig of fresh rosemary for garnish
1. Muddle fresh rosemary into a cocktail shaker.
2. Add Don Julio Añejo, fresh lime juice, fresh pineapple juice, and simple syrup into the cocktail shaker.
3. Shake well and strain into a highball glass.
4. Garnish with sprig of fresh rosemary.
Highball glass
1 drink
Valentine’s Cocktails
February 14, 2011 - Written by Diana
Superbowl XLV Cocktails
February 5, 2011 - Written by Diana
Champagne Cocktails For Your New Year’s Eve
December 30, 2010 - Written by Diana
• 1 oz. 1800 Silver Tequila
• 2 oz. Champagne
• .5 oz.Raspberry Liqueur
• .5 oz. Soho Lychee Liqueur
Combine tequila, raspberry liquor and soho lychee liquor in the bottom of a champagne flute
Top with sparkling wine or champagne.
• 1 oz 1800 Silver Tequila
• 2 oz Pama Pomegranate Liqueur
• 1 oz Champagne
Shake tequila and liqueur in a cocktail shaker with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Top with champagne and garnish with pomegranate seeds.
