Cocktails are the centerpiece of many celebrations. Throwing a cocktail party is an easy way to commemorate any occasion or milestone. Best of all, you never need an excuse to host a cocktail party. It's the perfect "just because" gathering to catch up with friends.
Whether you're a host looking to throw your first fun and easy cocktail party or a master mixologist in search of signature drinks, our experts have the perfect elixirs, cocktail party ideas, tips and cocktail recipes for all affairs!
Creating a concept party can be challenging, but it can also be fun. The Zen Cocktail Party is, by far, one of the most exciting to pursue. It works well as a cocktail party as well as a dinner party. Zen is the ...
Cocktail party lingo got you down? Confused about the difference between an appetizer, a canape and an amuse-bouche? Don't worry -- we've got you covered with our guide to appetizer lingo. Make cocktail parties your next cocktail party conversation starter!
Pour yourself a cold one and enjoy a handcrafted American brew by hosting a Beer Tasting. A beverage for all seasons, from the Super Bowl in wintertime to a summer get-together, this party offers 2 different ways to taste and compare beer that has be...
What could be better than a frosty stein filled with imported beer at a get-together with great friends? For a cool cocktail party, host an Imported Beer Tasting Party and introduce guests to German lagers, ales from Belgium, or a Czech Pilsner. Tast...
The handcrafted quality of top-shelf Tequila can be as intricate a blend as that of fine wine, both with aromatic bouquets and unique flavor characteristics. Host a sophisticated Tequila Tasting Cocktail Party for Cinco de Mayo where you sip premium ...
Dessert Cocktails are hot and unique. They are the perfect treat for after dinner and a great opening act for your dessert. Wow your guests by offering them a yummy and sweet interlude in the evening. Dessert cocktails are fancy, hip, and an all-around delicious drink for any event.
If a close friend or family member is moving away, it can be one of the saddest things a person can face. But it's also usually the mark of an exciting change for him or her, so it's time to celebrate too. There's nothing like a little cocktail therapy to kill the pain of saying goodbye!As always, with our food and drink, especially for big parties, we like to keep things fun and simple: don't waste energy on slaving in the kitchen or over the blender. Spend time with your friend instead!
From Vincent van Gogh to Oscar Wilde and Pablo Picasso, the known imbibers of the Green Fairy are nearly notorious as the drink itself. But the seductive sip is far from a Bohemian relic. In fact absinthe's legendary lure continues to pique the interest ofmany. Does it drive one to madness? Does it serve as a gateway to boundlesscreativity? In honor of St. Patty's day, why not go green! Whether you're thirsty for answers or an out-of-the-box experience, here's how toget lucid.
Bourbon is the true American spirit. Legend has it that George Washington used to distill bourbon at Mount Vernon, Abraham Lincoln's dad worked in a bourbon distillery and, on top of it all, Lincoln's Chief General Ulysses S. Grant was infamous for d...
Like shoes, dresses, and handbags, summer cocktails have started to fall into the trend trap--for better or for worse. Winning the trend-setter of the century award was the Sex and the City-inspired Cosmopolitan, a drink women from New York City to C...