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Drink Essentials: It was a Dark and Stormy Night

The reason this is called a "Dark and Stormy" is because you are supposed to layer the drink in the glass, so you have a light layer on the bottom (the ginger beer), and a darker layer (the rum on top)....

Author: Andy Anderson ! @ThePretentiousChef

Lemon & elderflower fizz

Raise a toast with this zesty cocktail with a gin and sparkling prosecco base and lemon sorbet and elderflower cordial mixers

Author: Good Food team

Basque Country

The equal proportions of vermouth and cider make this cocktail especially easy to pour or batch up. Choose a cider with a bit of tartness and funk, and reach for a quality red vermouth. Sweet and slightly...

Author: Rebekah Peppler

Strawberry Margarita Jello Shots

How fun!!! Just eat the whole thing and let the party start!

Author: Hope Vaillancourt @MissHopie87

Kamikaze (Cocktail)

Kamikaze is a Japanese word literally meaning "divine wind". Wonderful cocktail!!

Author: Lynn Dine

Edouardo Jordan's Juneteenth Red Punch

One of the chef Edouardo Jordan's fond memories is making the punch for family celebrations; he'd add layers of fresh fruit and juices to Hawaiian Punch or Tropical Punch Kool-Aid. Red drinks are a staple...

Author: Nicole Taylor

Banana Daiquiri

From Hawaiian Cocktails.

Author: Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Raspberry Mochatini

I just LOVE chocolate martinis, and the combination of raspberries with chocolate; so when a favorite bartender back home surprised me with this drink....I WAS IN HEAVEN!! I actually found this recipe...

Author: S I

The James Bond Melon Ball

Author: William L. Hamilton

TIRAMISU TINI The Best Tiramisu Martini

Look what I found! I will toast in the New Year with this new drink!!!

Author: Jo Anne Sugimoto

Midori Splice

I couldn't resist this one, with coconut rum, melon liqueur and fresh pineapple juice. It's a delicious drink with a delightful tropical flavor. The pineapple and Midori are both a bit subtle but blend...

Author: Vickie Parks

White Knight Saketini

A fun twist for a sake. Enjoy this drink by Sandra Lee.

Author: Kathy D

Peppermint Patty Martini

A couple of these at the holidays and you might even tolerate the in-laws. :)

Author: Mikekey *

Grapefruit Margarita

Margaritas are quite popular in Texas, and there are abundant versions served throughout the state. Some use blends of citrus fruits and other ingredients to create refreshing or unique margarita cocktails....

Author: Vickie Parks

Peach Gin Freeze

I love peaches and this sounds good.

Author: Vicki Butts (lazyme) @lazyme5909

Vodka Gimlet

Author: Robert Simonson

Missionary's Downfall

Author: Pete Wells

Chocolate Strawberry bliss

If you love chocolate covered strawberries, try this liquid libation for pure bliss!

Author: Joan Penney

Sue's Italian Margaritas

This refreshing margarita has citrus undertones and is the perfect mix of sweet and sour. It's actually a little on the sweet side. Amaretto is a special touch and gives this typically Mexican drink a...

Author: Susan Jackson

Coffee Cake Martini

Another one from Pinnacle Vodka.

Author: Lynnda Cloutier

Praline Liqueur

•2 cups firmly packed dark brown sugar •1 cup sugar •2 1/2 cups water •4 cups pecan pieces, lightly toasted •4 vanilla beans, split lengthwise •4 cups vodka

Author: Stormy Stewart @karlyn255

Heirloom Tomato Mojitonico

Muddled tomatoes and herbs are mixed with gin then topped with a bracing fizz of tonic water. It's the cocktail as salad, or vice versa.

Author: Jonathan Miles

White Russian Cupcake

My friends run something called a Big Lebowski fest every year, which involves sitting around in robes on the carpet, drinking white russians and watching The Big Lebowski on blue-ray. This year I decided...

Author: Maggie May Schill

Irish Raspberry Martini

A St. Pat's Day drink.

Author: Mikekey *

Truffle Martini

Author: Warren St. John

Eve's Strawberry Daiquiri

Its very easy to make and soo refreshing.

Author: Eve Peterson

Bella Donna

Author: William L. Hamilton

Frozen Daiquiri Punch

This recipe has been a holiday favorite for years. Grandpa makes a big batch for the adults and an alcohol free punch for the little grandkids. Now the grandkids are old enough to share so the batches...

Author: Lois Payment

Manhattan With Amaro and Cocoa

A mixture of rye whiskey and amaro, with the addition of bitters, sets this simply made cocktail on the road to a manhattan. But then there are detours: the chocolate liqueur to add a mellow accent, and...

Author: Florence Fabricant

Banana Daiquiri

A creamy banana daiquiri with all the flavor but less calories than the traditional daiquiris that have cream in them.

Author: Janin (MamiJ) Sayun

Frozen Cherry Mojitos

In the endless search for new concoctions for summer libations, I found this on "my cooking addiction" website. A different spin on the popular Mojito. Makes enough for 6 drinks!

Author: Allison Hazell

The Vesper

Gin or vodka? The Vesper - which first appeared in Ian Fleming's novel ''Casino Royale'' - lets you have it both ways. Lillet stands in for its close cousin, dry vermouth. I normally stir rather than shake,...

Author: Rosie Schaap

Planters punch

it's easy to get into the Caribbean state of mind with one of these tall coolers in your system. Imagine a wide veranda, a field of sugar cane stirring in the trade winds, with the blue seas in the distance....

Author: Lynnda Cloutier @eatygourmet

T's Style Peach Martini

This is a very nice drink to serve your lady friend's , for a jewery party or just throwing some meat on the grill in you back yard, ladies loves it.

Author: Telisia Dodd @Mstexas1

Pink Lady Cocktail

This cocktail is great. It's only slightly sweet but mostly just a great, refreshing cocktail. I hope you enjoy it!

Author: Vickie Parks

Chocolate Grasshopper Martini

With its bright green color, this is the perfect drink to enjoy on St Patrick's Day! It is also an elegant cocktail to serve after a lovely meal! It's like having a chocolate mint candy in liquid form...

Author: Francine Lizotte

Blueberry Thirst Quencher

I love blueberry juice and pies; so why not a blueberry drink .. It is beautiful color and zesty flavor, its very festive for a summer gathering or a picnic or party and everyone likes it...

Author: Gloria Gasperson'Giddings

Espresso Flavored Vodka

I am too cheap to buy the expensive liqueurs, so I make my own. I wanted to try a Espresso flavored brownie and this was needed ingredient.

Author: Marsha Gardner

The Perfect Cranberry Cosmo

This is the recipe I created. It Is the perfect any time cocktail. This martini has the perfect balance of Sweet and sour. I designed this martini to make by the pitcher. I made this for a party. It was...

Author: Nor Mac

Creamy Mocha Cocktail

Creamy, dreamy and delicious!!! Mmmmmhmmmm!! ;) Photo by me.

Author: Kelly Williams

Best Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary's and brunch go together like peas and carrots. This one has a little kick thanks to the horseradish and hot sauce. There is a little saltiness from pickle juice. If you've never had a splash...

Author: Jennifer Scott

Purple Dragon Martini

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Author: Kathleen Riemer @darkinsanity

Sparkling Mango

Author: William L. Hamilton

Joe's Crab Shack's Ya Ya Punch

From copykat.com. There were no servings listed, so I just guessed.

Author: Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Oatmeal Cookie Shot

I have bartended for 12 years, out of all the shots i have ever made this one taste just like its name, it is awesome!

Author: Nikki Schotten

SUNDAY SUNRISE SURPRISE (SALLYE)

Sunday morning brunches should be relaxed and happy. This surprise will speed that feeling along. Enjoy.

Author: sallye bates

BLOOD ORANGE MOJITO

This dessert drink has exceptional eye-appeal. The blood orange gives it that beautiful color as well as flavor. Makes one drink--if you want more, do the math! Recipe & photo: bsinthekitchen.com

Author: Ellen Bales

Sunny Deck Drink Essentials: Gin Rickey

Here is one adult beverage that goes down nice and smooth on a warm Summer's Day. Easy to make... easy to drink. So, you ready... Let's get into the kitchen.

Author: Andy Anderson !

Kir impériale

If you're a fan of sweet and sharp blackcurrant cassis, try this twist on a classic kir royale cocktail made with sparkling sake

Author: Luke Bensley

Americano

The Negroni is enjoying a moment now. For bartenders and barflies, this deliciously complex mix of Campari, gin and sweet vermouth has become an easy way to fly one's flag as a knowing cocktail classicist....

Author: Robert Simonson