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Death in the Afternoon

The earliest known recipe for this bracing little number appears in the magnificently named 1935 cocktail book, "So Red the Nose, or - Breath in the Afternoon," to which many famous authors of the day...

Author: Rosie Schaap

Rum Julep

Rum and mint make a great pair, with plenty of crushed ice. If you don't have an ice crusher, put ice cubes between two clean dish towels and bang on them with a hammer or meat tenderizer.

Author: Rosie Schaap

Apple Soju Cocktail

Very easy to make and refreshing pre- dinner drink.

Author: Lynn Clay @LavenderLynn

St Nick's flip

Nick Jones and Leah de Felice Renton from Birds & Bats Wines describe their cocktail creation as a creamy Christmas dessert in a glass, sign us up!

Author: Birds and Bats Wines

Homemade Rhubarb Cordial (Rhubarb Syrup)

Homemade Rhubarb Cordial (Rhubarb Syrup) transforms sharp rhubarb into sweet & most refreshing drink. Simply dilute with either still or sparkling water to make beautifully thirst quenching beverage. Great...

Author: Jo Allison

DIY Allspice Dram Recipe

Allspice dram is a simple liqueur flavored with allspice berries that adds a dark, strong, and spicy counterpoint to rum and cocktails. Even though you can find it on store shelves now, it's much more...

Author: Marcia Simmons

Negroni and the Goat

The chef Stephanie Izard created this drink as the June 2014 Negroni of the Month for the restaurant Nostrana, in Portland, Ore. The name is a reference to the Chicago restaurant Girl & the Goat, where...

Author: Robert Simonson

Red Hook Cocktail

Author: Robert Simonson

Austrian Hussar

Apricot brandy is popular in Austria. Here's a simple and refreshing drink.

Author: Vicki Butts (lazyme)

The Stray Dog

Author: Pete Wells

Frozen Peach Margaritas

You can use fresh or frozen peaches. If using fresh peaches, use 2 large peaches, peeled & cubed. Add about an extra cup of ice if needed when blending. The ice amount will vary depending on how big your...

Author: Diane

Peach & rose fizz

A simple chilled Prosecco cocktail made with fresh juice and rosewater

Author: Cassie Best

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

Beach Baby Bellini

What do you do with that bottle of champagne you get every year as a gift for your anniversary? Here is my take on more than just a mimosa.

Author: Lynda Hayes @LyndawithaY

Pimm's Cup With Watermelon

Author: Robert Simonson

Smoky Sangrita

Author: Florence Fabricant

Lazy Old Fashioned

Here's the easiest ever old-fashioned. No stirring. No garnishing. Just some whiskey, bitters, sugar and ice - an eternally excellent combination, even without any ritual or fuss.

Author: Rosie Schaap

Frozen Strawberry Mojito

perfect frozen treat on a hot day! makes 2 large servings or 4 normal servings.

Author: Hope Vaillancourt @MissHopie87

Shark Attack

Found this in a magazine.

Author: Brandy Bender

Irish Raspberry Martini

A St. Pat's Day drink.

Author: Mikekey *

Rhubarb Mimosas

Rhubarb-mint syrup puts a ruby-hued twist on mimosas.

Author: Virginia Mott

Bacardi Limon, sprite zero, and basil.

I just tried this. This was my own idea with all the basil I had in the garden. And, I can say, Yummy.

Author: Jan Reither @reither

Lime in the Coconut Jello Shots

This is an oldie but a goodie especially popular around holidays. Have a couple of these & you will have a smile on your face. Remember, always have a designated driver or cab.

Author: CONNIE BOLDA

Coquito Recipe

This thick and creamy Coquito recipe is a Puerto Rican tradition that is loaded with coconut, rum and cinnamon for an extra thick and creamy coconut eggnog!

Author: Jessica

Purple Gecko

Kind of ugly, but tastes pretty good. Be careful, it's pretty potent.

Author: Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Carnival Rio (Cocktail)

This is another cachaca-based cocktail recipe that was created for the annual Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, but it's meant to be enjoyed everywhere, at anytime.

Author: Vickie Parks

Kato's Lime Cooler Blush

I love limes and this drink is very quick and easy to make. I hope you enjoy this old favorite of mine. It's equally as good with the vodka and without.

Author: Baby Kato

Peach Iced Tea

I think we can all agree anything with peach schnapps is a par -tea!unknown source

Author: Lynnda Cloutier

Cali Spritz

Jon Santer, the owner of Prizefighter in Emeryville, Calif. created this simple spritz to celebrate the recent arrival of Bruto Americano, an Italian-style bitter aperitivo from St. George Distillery....

Author: Robert Simonson

Banana Banshee

Named after the Australian Howler monkeys, called Banshee's. You can substitute ice cream for a really rich dessert drink. They're like the frozen chocolate bananas you get at the fair. Banana Banshee...

Author: jmtakashima

Sassy Summer Cooler

So I am going on a girls weekend trip to the beach. We needed a signature drink for the weekend. This is cool with a little fruitiness but not too sweet. The mint lingers and makes this so refreshing,...

Author: Debbie W

Pink Squirrel

Smooth, creamy & pink!

Author: Rebecca C

The James Bond Melon Ball

Author: William L. Hamilton

Pork Margarita

Author: Jonathan Miles

Vanilla Vodka Creamtini

a unique flavored vodka mix with Irish cream and orange liqueurs to make this sweet, sugar-rimmed cocktail.

Author: Jen Smallwood

Stiff Orange Dreamsicle Slushy

Nice easy drink for parties! Creamy orange flavor that reminds me of an orange dreamsicle popsicle only this is not for the kiddos! You can add a scoop of vanilla icecream, too, if you like. (Photo from...

Author: Kelly Williams

Gin: Tom Collins

Author: Mark Bittman

Bomb Pop Drink Recipe

FOR ADULTS ONLY!!!!!!!!!!! Perfect partner for fireworks on the 4th!!

Author: Melanie Campbell

Silent Night Martini

Relax

Author: Opal Jackson-Cakmak

Le Chocolat Suisse

This is a treat all the way from Switzerland. It was in 1904 that Ovaltine was developed in Bern, Switzerland. And it has remained a staple milk-flavoring favorite since it was first introduced to the...

Author: Vickie Parks

Bahama Yellow Bird

A very popular drink in the Bahamas.

Author: Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Spiked Mulled Wine

Wine-based cocktails require particular attention to balance, so neither the wine nor the spirits overwhelm the flavors. In this seasonal drink from Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse in New York (where...

Author: Florence Fabricant

Homemade Allspice Dram Recipe

Allspice dram is a standard of tiki cocktails, and we made our own homemade version.

Author: Leah Hall

Elderflower gin

Add a touch of summer to a classic tipple with this delicious elderflower-infused gin. Great for a summer gathering, served with tonic water and lots of ice

Author: Miriam Nice

White Knight Saketini

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

Author: Kathy D

Snickers Martini

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Author: Kathleen Riemer

Aquavit

I first had aquavit on Xmas Eve in Norway with my distant cousins! Served in my family as shots! Anytime someone yelled "skoll", you had to "shoot" the aquavit in one gulp! Love those family traditions!...

Author: Stacy Goodall

Creamy Mocha Cocktail

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

Author: Kelly Williams

Homemade Galliano

This recipe is from My cookbook Kitchen Chatter and Friends II. Better start this now- if you want it for the holidays.

Author: Pat Duran

Neapolitan Pudding Shots

This pudding shot recipe is a little more challenging. It is important to work quickly so that the pudding does not set before you have filled all the shot glasses. Make sure each layer does not fill up...

Author: Brenda Tarr @MissBrat