Cocktail and Non-Alcoholic Drink Recipes

The Perfect Manhattan Make the Perfect Manhattan

Homemade Maraschino cherries and a twist of orange peel are the perfect toppers to this classic cocktail.

picante shandy cocktail A Sweet and Spicy Beer Cocktail

We're crazy about this picante shandy cocktail, which combines beer with the spice of cayenne pepper and sweetness of Sprite!

Angosoda Cockail A Tangy Citrus Mocktail Recipe

Made with or without alcohol, this delicious drink recipe is inspired by the famous chef!

slider_lo-cal-watermelon-mojitoLo-Cal Watermelon Mojito

Try this low calorie variation with watermelon for a fabulous summer mojito with a kick.




Recipes for Cocktails, Mocktails, Non-Alcoholic Drinks

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Strawberry Infused Vodka

Strawberry-Infused Vodka is the perfect and simple way to take advantage of this season's fresh strawberries. There are so many delicious cocktail recipes to try with this delicious spirit.
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Sizzling Summer Cocktail Ideas

Mix up one of these delicious drink recipes to cool down with on a sizzling hot summer day. Try these boozy beverages and even a mocktail perfect for the warm summer temps.
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Maker's Marks the Spot

If you don't have the stomach for bourbon on the rocks but still want to enjoy this spirit, why not mix it with something a little sweet? We've created a delicious Maker's Mark Cocktail for the beginner bourbon drinker!
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A Campari and Riesling Cocktail for Summer

The sweetness of Riesling and fresh orange juice are balanced by the Italian liqueur Campari in this easy-to-make and perfect-for-grilling cocktail.
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Simple Syrup Recipe

Every good host knows are a few key items to have on hand when you want to have a ‘stocked bar.’ Simple syrup is easy to make and necessary to have on hand when making drinks.
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Bing Cherry Margarita Recipe

The perfect summer drink is cool, fruity, and spiked with your booze of choice! We've got the ultimate cherry margarita recipe that will make your eyes pop and mouth water.
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Red and Blue Pop Rocks Shooters Patriotic Drink Recipe

You may remember pop rocks as your favorite crackling childhood candy, but we've taken this fun treat and made it adult-friendly with a little help from Hawaiian schnapps.
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Blue Lemonade Cocktail with Watermelon Star Stirrers

Turn your favorite refreshing drink into a boozy beverage guests will love sipping on. We topped this spiked lemonade with watermelon star skewers for a cocktail that's not only tasty but pretty, too.
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The Perfect Manhattan

If you want to honor the true spirit of the Prohibition era of the Roaring 1920’s, make this delicious classic cocktail with a your own special touch - spiked maraschino cherries!
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A First Place Mint Julep Drink Recipe

The mint julep is a classic cocktail and favorite beverage of the Kentucky Derby. Make your own at home with Four Roses bourbon and DIY mint ice cubes.
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Simple Summer Berry Cocktail

Enjoy this simple summer berry cocktail to cool off on a warm night. Your favorite berries blended into a tasty drink is the perfect treat for those summer nights.
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Make Your Own Spiked Maraschino Cherries

Make a classic cocktail even more intriguing by adding your own boozy Maraschino cherries! We've got the simple recipe here.
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6 Mouth-Watering Recipes Spiked with Ciroc Ultra Premium

Make your next dinner party spectacular by adding the element of Ciroc Ultra Premium to the night. You can spike anything from skirt steak to cupcakes with the right recipe and great vodka.
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Lucious Lemonade Cocktail Recipes

Lemonade cocktails symbolize sunny weather and summer! We've rounded up some of our favorite recipes that will have you excited to celebrate the season!
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Vodka Peach Bellini Recipe

This take on the classic Bellini cocktail recipe gives the drink added kick thanks to the addition of Ciroc Peach Vodka.
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10 Unexpected Brunch Cocktail Recipes to Make

Skip the usual brunch sips and check out these yummy 10 brunch drink ideas. These unexpected drink cocktails will be a hit at your brunch party!
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The French Kiss Cocktail Recipe

Looking to add a little WOW to weekend festivities? This cocktail recipe from the Kisster Sisters is the perfect drink to mix up if you want to do just that!
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Spicy Mango Margarita Recipe

Mix up this spicy and sweet mango margarita in celebration of National Margarita Day this year! Rachel's secret ingredient? Homemade jalapeno simple syrup for an extra kick!
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Tulle Pom Pom Stirs & Strawberry Clementine Mocktail

This mocktail recipe for a strawberry clementine drink doesn't just taste fabulous, it also looks just as good thanks to an easy DIY tulle pom pom stirrer we've paired it with. Get the recipe and the how to for both ideas here!
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The Red Hot Cocktail Recipe

Spice up your cocktail recipes with a double dose of red hot flavor! The Kisster Sisters show you how to mix a daring drink that's perfect for pairing with a romantic rendezvous!
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Spiked Hot Cocoa with Caliche Rum

Next time you're craving a warm chocolate sip, consider this spiked hot cocoa recipe! A dash of rum goes a long way in giving this homemade hot chocolate drink a real kick.
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The Sparkling Movie Star Cocktail Recipe

Awards season is in full swing and we're enjoying the red carpet events complete with fashion, friends and cocktails in hand! This bubbly sip inspired by the sparkling starlets in Hollywood is perfect for watching!
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The Les Miserables Cocktail Recipe

The 2013 Awards Season has been dominated by some incredible films, none more so than the star-filled Les Miserables. Check out this cocktail recipe inspired by the musical and mix it up while you watch the awards!
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Spiked Arabic Coffee Cocktail Recipe

This spiked coffee cocktail recipe is caffeinated and creamy, which means it packs quite a burst of energy and flavor.
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The Lincoln Rye Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by one of this year's biggest films, the Lincoln Rye cocktail recipe may not look very impressive, but boy does it pack a powerful punch.
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The Phoenix Cocktail Recipe

The phoenix may be a mythical creature known as a symbol for beauty and rebirth, but this cocktail inspired by it is just as brightly hued and guaranteed to keep the party going!
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Red Carpet Slushy

This mocktail recipe was made with award season in mind. Whether you enjoy our sweet sip with or without the alcohol, it's a fun drink to have in hand as you watch the stars parade down the red carpet.
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Cake Batter Martini Recipe

Cake batter martinis are some of the most scrumptious cocktail recipes we can think of and this particular version from Expert Rachel Hollis is extra fabulous. It's also an easy recipe to recreate, so you'll be looking for any excuse to drink one!
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Cotton Candy and Sparkling Wine Cocktail Recipe

Cotton candy and sparkling wine sound like the perfect pairing to us sweet lovers! This cocktail recipe gets it's great color thanks to the candy as well as some amped up sweet flavor, too. Be sure to use a more bitter sparkling wine for this recipe!
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Tipsy Orange Float Cocktail Recipe

Skip the boring cocktail recipes and go for something a little indulgent. In this drink, we combine all that's awesome about an ice cream float with all that's great in a cocktail recipe to give you a tipsy orange ice cream float.
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The Georgia Peach Cocktail Recipe

The state of Georgia is known for its delicious peaches as well as its sweet spirit. We've paired these two together in a frothy, fruit-filled cocktail recipe that's absolutely delicious.
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Tipsy Fruit Bowl Cocktail Recipe

Fruit bowls are popular desserts to serve at family parties and this cocktail recipe can be thought of the same way, just spiked.
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Hot Tipsy Chocolate Cocktail Recipe

This creamy dessert cocktail recipe will delight all your tastebuds. Sweet, yet with a hint of spice, it's the ideal drink recipe for an after-dinner sip with friends.
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Picante Shandy Cocktail Recipe

For a mixed crowd of beer lovers there's no better cocktail recipe to serve than this sweet and spicy beer drink. A lighter sip, it's perfect for most any occasion and will add a little something special to the traditional brew.
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Italian Strawberry Cream Soda Cocktail

Whether its the vibrant red and pink hues or the luxurious texture, this cocktail recipe is the epitome of romance in a glass. Fall in love with this sweet and frothy sip, just like we did!
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Jell-O Shots in Strawberries

Jell-O shots have made quite the comeback in recent months. We've concocted quite a few ourselves and we have to say, these strawberry Jell-O shots, are pretty spectacular!
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Java Cream Cocktail Recipe

Whether you're looking for the ideal after dinner cocktail recipe or just in the mood to give your coffee a little kick, this java cream cocktail recipe is just the ticket!
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Blue Hawaiian Jell-O Shots

You might have enjoyed a Blue Hawaiian cocktail recipe from a glass, but try this Jell-O shot version for something extra fun. Inspired by a classic Valentine's Day movie, it also makes for the perfect party drink all year long.
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Mustache Men Inspired Cocktails

Chalkboard mustache decals are fun on any glass, but to bring that same fun to a new level, we mixed up a few cocktail recipes inspired by some of our favorite famous mustached men.
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Sparkling Pear and Vanilla Cocktail

Pear and vanilla flavors infuse a glass of champagne with lots of flavor and a bit of romance. Fall in love with this recipe like we did and make it the signature sip the next time you've got a toast to make!
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3 Must-Make Crockpot Drinks This Winter

These sweet slow cooked drinks are the perfect way to warm up this winter! Intense flavors of chocolate, caramel and maple make these a must-make on our list.
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5 Candy Cocktails

For Halloween, Christmas, or anytime at all, these candy-inspired cocktails are the sweetest thing. Inspired by twizzlers, peppermint candies, even jolly ranchers, your taste buds will be amazed--they will think you are a kid again!
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The Incredible Hulk Cocktail Recipe

When you need a cocktail recipe to really energize you, make this sip. The Incredible Hulk, named after and inspired by not one hulk, but two, is packed with sweet and sour flavor that gives you the power you need to party hard.
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7 Biggest Wonders of the Cocktail World

Enjoy some spiked eye candy and have a few fun facts up your sleeve the next time you head out for drinks with friends - we've found the 7 wonders of the cocktail world!
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How to Make a Pantry Cocktail

No need to keep you bar fully stocked this winter. Keep a few essential items in your pantry so you can make the perfect signature cocktail your friends & family will love!
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Mini Wine Popsicles

Boozy popsicles are a fan-favorite this summer, but no recipe is as simple as this one. All that's wonderful about a wine cooler, on a stick? We'll take one!
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Spicy Beer Cocktail

With tailgating season here, it's time to break out the beer! We're getting creative with our brews and this spicy beer cocktail is equal parts flavorful and refreshing.
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The Pink Flamingo

You might think this cocktail recipe gets its name thanks to its bright pink hue and tall framing, but not true! Well, at least not entirely true. We're mixing up this Pink Flamingo cocktail in honor of one seriously iconic mustached man.
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Winter Sangria

Sangria isn't just for the summer! We've taken the crowd-friendly cocktail recipe and given it a winterized flavor. Check out this video and complete recipe for a tasty sip for the season!
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Top 5 Cosmo Cocktail Recipes

The classic cosmo is most famously known as the go-to sip for the ladies of Sex & the City. We've stirred things up a bit and created a few alternatives to the trendsetting drink - but as always, the classic is here when you need it!
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The Atomic Martini Cocktail Recipe

Albert Einstein may not have been a cocktail lover, but this martini recipe is pure deliciousness and so genius, we had to give a nod to the most famous genius we've ever heard of by calling it our atomic martini recipe!
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Get the Party Started with These Jell-O Shot Recipes!

Jell-O shot cocktail recipes never looked (or tasted) so good! We've got a video and several tasty recipes to get your party started.
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Chocolate Cherry Cider Mocktail

Just because you're not part of the over-21 crowd doesn't mean you should miss out on a special sip to toast a celebration. We've got a yummy mocktail recipe to pour kids and non-drinkers alike the next time there's an occasion to toast.
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The Ron Burgundy Scotchsicle

He may be a fictitious character, but Ron Burgundy is one news anchor we all know and love in large part to his famous 'stache. This cocktail recipe pays homage to Ron - a mix of scotch and orange flavorings, it's a whole lot of drink to enjoy.
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Craziest Cocktails from Around the World

Instead of sticking with your traditional vodka or brandy drink, mix up something with a unique infused liquor instead! Check out some of these fun infused drinks and cocktails from the around the world. Cricket cocktail anyone?
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10 Champagne Cocktails for New Year's Eve

No New Year's Eve celebration is complete without the bubbly! We've got lots of inspiration for you to whip up champagne cocktail recipes that will start the new year off right.
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10 Christmas Martinis to Shake Up

There's so much cocktail fun to be had during the holidays! This list of our top 10 Christmas martinis will definitely inspire much festivity this season!
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DIY Pear & Vanilla Infused Vodka

Making infused vodka at home is easier than you think! Try my recipe for pear and vanilla vodka. It takes a week to infuse, but it's well worth the wait!
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10 Christmas Drinks

We've put together a list of 10 Christmas drinks, and there's something on here for everyone! So get the glasses out, the ingredients prepped and be prepared to toast the holiday season with some seriously festive drinks.
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Angosoda Cocktail Recipe

Raise your glass to Julia Child as we celebrate her 100th birthday with her favorite cocktail recipe, the Angosoda.
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Fresh Strawberry Wine Coolers

When we hear 80s cocktails, there's one drink that comes to mind - wine coolers! Mix up your own at home with this simple drink recipe.
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Tart and Tangy Raspberry Mojito

Say goodbye to summer with one last toast - and make sure it's with this scrumptious berry mojito. It's a cocktail recipe that will ease you into fall!
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Midnight Kiss Champagne Cocktail Recipe

This champagne cocktail isn't as rich or heavy as a classic chocolate martini but it packs just as much delicious flavor.
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The Father Time Champagne Cocktail

A cocktail that will stand the test of time, this champagne and peppermint sip is surprisingly crisp and refreshing. For a drink that's super simple to make, but that offers a loaded experience, give this champagne cocktail a try.
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Black Cherry Blush Champagne Cocktail

Black cherry and raspberry liqueur add a kick and a twist to the classic glass of champagne. Check out this cocktail recipe for all your holiday celebrating!
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Starlight Sparkler Champagne Cocktail

This champagne cocktail recipe is a sweet and light sip that any party guest can enjoy morning, noon or night, which makes it the perfect recipe to have handy around the holidays. Whether you're entertaining for a holiday brunch or midnight NYE soiree, it's the perfect party drink to serve.
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Cranberry Bliss Champagne Cocktail Recipe

A cranberry champagne cocktail is one of those timeless cocktail recipe combos that will never go out of style. Add a bit of vodka to the mix for a drink recipe that's festive, fun, fizzy and fabulous!
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Blackberry Sparkler Champagne Cocktail Recipe

Blackberries are the secret behind the delicious flavors found in this sparkling cocktail recipe. While you may typically pair your champagne or sparkling wine with a raspberry or strawberry, try this fresher approach for a cocktail that's pleasantly surprising and just as delicious!
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Good vs. Evil Sparkling Wine Cocktail Recipes

Bubbly concoctions are always a hit with a crowd of ladies. We're whipping up these two particular cocktail recipes for a movie night in to keep things fun, but simple.
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Devilishly Delicious Halloween Martini Recipes

Martinis are fun any night of the year, but we've got some Halloween concoctions that are extra dangerous and extra delicious to try. The excuse to get creative and fun with cocktails is always there, but Halloween, especially, demands you indulge in these devilishly delicious cocktail recipes!
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Candy Corn Milkshakes

We're turning the classic Halloween candy - candy corn - into a milkshake that's even tastier! This simple drink recipe is perfect for the fall season.
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Hot Gingersnap Cocktail

Warm cocktail recipes are always welcome at our parties and celebrations during the fall and winter months. This particularly tasty hot cocktail is a great alternative to the popular mulled wine we see so much of during the season and can be customized to fit the size of your crowd.
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Shawn's Fall Harvest Martini

If fall came in a glass, this is what it would taste like! Celebrations Expert Shawn Rabideau concocted a full flavored fall martini that will warm and refresh you all at once on any autumn day.
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Caramel Apple Cocktail Recipe

Seasonal apples covered in caramel are a crowd favorite at any fall celebration. For the grown ups in the group, try transforming this classic seasonal sweet into a sip they'll enjoy even more!
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Spiked Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

Van Gogh's peanut butter and jelly vodka has exploded across the cocktail space and we're right on board with this oddly-infused liquor. It's perfect for spiked desserts, which is exactly what we used our bottle for!
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Sparkling Wine Float

Mix up a grown-up version of the classic ice cream soda float with this simple recipe from Contributor Krissy Winnick.
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Easy Boozy Popsicles for Summer

Did you know you could freeze alcohol? This cocktail recipe how-to proves you can in such a great way. Inspired by one of our favorite bloggers and the real inspiration behind this latest cocktail craze, here's a super simple tutorial to make boozy popsicles at home this summer.
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Low-Cal Watermelon Mojito

Prepared normally, a mojito can hit a calorie count of around 200. This watermelon version cuts that nearly in half. For those looking to enjoy a fresh sip this summer without the guilt, this cocktail recipe will do the trick!
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Pimm's Cup Cocktail Recipe

When scorching summer temps strike, we reach one for one cocktail recipe in particular. Nothing quenches our thirst like a Pimm's cup, especially when it's chock full of fresh berries and crisp cucumbers.
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Blue Lemon Martini Recipe

Creating signature cocktails for special dinner or cocktail parties is easy enough - just mix together what you like and give it a fun name! Check out the tips and recipe for this signature blue lemon martini for some inspiration.
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Patriotic Party Drinks

Patriotic cocktail recipes add fun and festivity to your summer celebration. We've rounded up our top picks.
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Velvety Vanilla Pear Cocktail

We turn to margaritas and mojitos of all sorts during the summer months to celebrate, so when fall first rolls in we need to ease into the transition of warmer, savorier sips. Luckily, we've got the perfect cocktail recipe!
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Tequila-Infused Fruit Cocktail on a Stick

Cocktail recipes aren't confined to glasses anymore. The latest cocktail party trend? Popping drinks on a stick. All that's required is a clever way of turning liquid sips into stick-friendly drinks. We've got an easy how-to for tequila-infused fruit that's a party hit in the making.
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How to Make the Best Margarita

So you think you've got the best margarita recipe? Give ours a try before you make the claim. It's a whole lot of good tequila enhanced with natural citrus flavors for a sip that's satisfying on the hottest summer day.
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Smashing Grape Cocktail Recipe

This green grape cocktail recipe is the perfect answer to those 5 o'clock whistles when summer seems to be at an end and fall days are swiftly approaching.
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Fancy Ice Cubes Made with Fruit & Fresh Herbs

Jazz up a tall glass of water or classic cocktail recipes like mojitos or margaritas this summer with these infused ice cubes. The possibilities are endless!
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10 Fun and Trendy Summer Drinks to Try

Summertime means lots of fun sips! We're making these 10 cocktail recipes our must-try summer drinks this year thanks to the fun way they've reinvented classic cocktails we know and love so well.
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Sherbet Margarita Shake

All the fun of a frozen margarita with the addition of some sweet sherbet, this cocktail recipe is reminiscent of your favorite summer shake as a kid, but with a grown up twist you'll appreciate more!
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How to Make a Peach Sorbet Bellini

Bellini cocktail recipes are some of our favorites. For one thing they're one of few acceptable cocktails to enjoy before 10am, but for another, they're so much fun to get creative with. Check out our latest -- a sorbet Bellini recipe!
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Red Hot Cider

This cocktail is hot in more ways than one. Cook it up in your slow cooker with spicy red hot candy as an easy, tasty and warming drink to serve guests.
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A Vibrant Looking and Tasting Maritime Mojito

Emily's taken the classic mojito recipe and infused it with a vibrant blue hue! We're loving this maritime mojito drink recipe for Summer 2012 and we bet you will, too.
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Cajun Lemonade Cocktail

Spicy, tangy and sweet, this Cajun concoction is the perfect cocktail to enjoy before dinner all year long.
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Pom-Pom Pomegranate Smoothie Recipe

Oh my, oh my! Summer weather needs to stick around just so we have an excuse to enjoy this smoothie! Enjoy it as an early morning breakfast, or turn it into a spiked shake with the addition of some orange liqueur and it's perfect for an evening dessert.
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The Beatles' Marmalade Skies Cocktail

There are so many songs by the Beatles with shout outs to fun foods, but why not make a cocktail recipe inspired by one? This fruity spiked marmalade drink is perfect for celebrating the little things in life that make you happy!
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Summer 2012 Olympic Cocktail Recipes

Whether you head home after work and tune in or have a big Olympics theme party planned, there's one guaranteed way to celebrate - with our 2012 Olympics themed cocktail recipes!
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Strawberry Fields Spiked Shake

Spiked shakes are super trendy right now, but when you had in some Beatles-inspired flair you've got yourself a cocktail recipe that'll endure forever.
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Patriotic Berry Punch

Spiked lemonade cocktail recipes are a popular choice during the warm summer months. Instead of using the same old vodka recipe though, consider this bubbly one infused with Acai vodka.
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Classic Bloody Mary Recipe

So many recipes, so little time! With so many variations of drink recipes available to us, it can be difficult to choose just one. So skip the selection process, and stick with the classic.
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Low Calorie Cocktails For Summer

Looking for a few great low calorie cocktails this summer? Check out these fruity, flirty cocktails that won't hurt your waistline and still have great flavor!
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Golden Summer Cocktail Recipe

If there were one cocktail we could describe as summer in a glass, this would be it. Full of dark rum and fruity flavors, it's the ideal concoction to toast the season with!
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Frozen Blackberry Thyme Margarita

This margarita recipes requires an extra step or two to make, but boy is it worth it! Filled with all natural flavors and fresh ingredients, it's the perfect way to transition summer's favorite cocktail recipe into the new fall season.
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Unique Ways to Serve Summertime Sips

Add some flair to your summer cocktails with these unique ideas to dress up your glasses. Your guests will love the creativity!
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Cherry Mojito Recipe

This fun twist on your typical mojito recipe from expert Shawn Rabideau is a refreshing, sweet version of your usual go-to summer sip.
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Salty Dog Cocktail Recipe

Expert Rachel Hollis shares one of her favorite summer cocktail recipes that is both salty and tart. The perfect addition to an outdoor party menu!
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Chocolate Stout Shake

Creamy chocolate ice cream paired with a hearty stout makes for a beer shake adults will enjoy both for it's taste and the nostalgic fun of childhood summers it evokes.
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Red, White & Blue Berry Sangria

Rather than just dumping our berries into a pitcher of sangria we took a little extra care when incorporating them into this drink recipe. The end result might take a bit more prep time, but looks lovely on a summer table - plus it'll help your drink stay cooler longer without watering it down!
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Pepperchini Martini

In honor of both our spicier palate preferences and the 2012 Olympics in London, we'll be serving this pepperchini martini at our summer celebrations.
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Vodka Berry Olympic Torch Toast

Just in time for the Summer 2012 Olympics, our favorite cocktail contributor, Coryanne Ettiene, has a sweet shot to share. Inspired by the Olympic torch, this cocktail has a sweet flavor, but also holds a bit of heat.
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Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

A classic springtime and summer sip, we're serving this lemon drop martini from Contributor Meredith Santucci at our Kentucky Derby celebration, but bet it remains a popular request at other other parties this summer. Meredith adds a special twist to this classic cocktail recipe for an added pop of color we're loving for the season, too!
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Tequila Daisy Cocktail Recipe

We have to agree with Contributor Emily DiRienzo when she calls this cocktail recipe a must try this spring/summer season. It's a layered drink that's more dangerous than a daiquiri thanks to its potent ingredient list that's just as easy to sip.
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Muddled Blueberry Gin Cocktail

We're big fans of blueberry season here at Celebrations. While we certainly plan to go crazy baking up blueberry recipes this summer, we're really loving this summer cocktail recipe featuring the bright blue fruit. Muddled with some brown sugar, lemon juice, ginger ale and gin, it's the perfect summertime sip no matter the day.
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Lavender Martini Recipe

Infusing foods and drinks with lavender instantly give them a fresh, spa-like feel. This particular cocktail recipe is one designed to do just what a spa does - relax and rejuvenate you after a very long day!
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English Summer Pear Cider

While we in America prefer sangria, across the pond in England they enjoy cider during the summer. Give this cocktail recipe a try at your summer party this year in honor of the big Olympic host country of 2012.
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Sunny Mary Cocktail Recipe

Replace the red tomatoes in the classic Bloody Mary cocktail recipe with some spring and summertime yellow ones. It's a fresh and colorful way to enjoy a late morning breakfast on the weekends outside and packs just as much punch as it's predecessor.
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An English-Inspired Arnold Palmer

The Arnold Palmer may be a traditional summer sip here in America, but we've given it a bit of an English spin to honor the host country of this summer's Olympics. Refreshingly cool, this cocktail recipe is a perfect one to have on standby as the temperatures creep higher and higher!
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Cucumber Ginger Spritzer

Spas serve up cucumber water to encourage clients to relax, Celebrations Contributor Emily DiRienzo recommends this Cucumber Ginger Spritzer - it's a refreshing cocktail recipe we know you'll enjoy!
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Italian Peach Soda

Fizzy and creamy, this Italian inspired sip is a mocktail made for summer soirees. It's also the perfect non-cocktail recipe choice for baby showers or kids party menus.
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Chocolate Coffee Martini Recipe

Chocolate and coffee - it could be one of the best flavor pairings ever, so far as we're concerned. We shook up this deep flavored cocktail recipe and garnished with some added glamor using chocolates from Fannie May's Artisan LIne by Norman Love. For a night in that's a bit dressed up, give this cocktail a try.
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12 Must Make Cocktails to Sip this Spring

While you may be tempted to run for your blender and coconut drinks as soon as the weather warms up, hold off. There are lots of delightful sips infused with spring flavor you'll be sorry you missed. Here, a look at the 12 cocktail recipes we think are a must-try for the season!
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Tom Collins

This classic cocktail recipe made it's first debut in the 1870s. A mixture of gin, lemon juice, sugar and club soda, it's a sweet and sour cocktail that packs a bite.
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The Gardener's Tonic

Sip this light and refreshing cocktail as the weather warms and guests visit you in the yard. A classic gin and tonic with a twist and served in a jam jar, this cocktail recipe is also perfect after a day of gardening in the sun!
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Purple Haze Cocktail Recipe

We're toasting Mother Nature and Earth Day with this scrumptiously natural and fresh cocktail recipe. Served mason jar style makes it easy to shake up and prep ahead of time.
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A Modern Black and Tan Beer Cocktail

We've all heard of a black and tan, but this cocktail recipe gives a the classic a modern twist. Coryanne mixed up this drink for a Saint Patrick's Day party, but we're betting you'd enjoy it alongside a burger all summer long, too.
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Snow Cap Candy Cocktail

Candy cocktail recipes - all that's great about dessert served in spiked sip style. Inspired by those Snow Caps we all know and love, this drink recipe is the perfect way to warm up on a winter day.
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Irish Shandy Cocktail

An Irish Shandy combines all that is great about the English version and adds a great pop of Irish flair in the form of Guinness. Get this layered cocktail recipe for your St. Patrick's Day celebrations!
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What's the Difference Between Scotch, Whiskey and Brandy?

A recent get together at a bar with some of my friends made it clear I had no idea what brandy or scotch whiskey is - but should know. Here, in simplest terms, what the difference between Scotch, whiskey and brandy actually is.
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Mocha Mudslide Popsicle Recipe

A spiked chocolate popsicle makes for one delicious grown up cocktail recipe that's perfect for the warm weather.
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Blue Moon Orange Popsicle

A refreshing beer in popsicle form? Bringing the best of both worlds together, this cocktail recipe is one you won't want to miss out on!
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Mardi Gras Cocktail Recipes

Cocktail recipes inspired by Mardi Gras celebrations make for a perfect drink choice this February. We've got 5 very different cocktail recipes to choose from but rest assured, all 5 are as delicious as they look!
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Creamsicle Popsicle Cocktail Recipe

All the goodness of creamsicle popsicles coupled with a shot of vodka and triple sec makes for a great grown-up dessert cocktail recipe!
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Mojito Popsicle Cocktail Recipe

What's better than a Mojito, you may ask. Well, we'll tell ya - a Mojito popsicle! Check out this clever cocktail recipe courtesy of our contributor Coryanne Ettiene.
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Citrus and Campari Boozy Popsicle Cocktail Recipe

Move over glasses! The trendiest new way to serve cocktails is on a stick. This cocktail recipe combines the flavors of a popular drink with an ice pop texture for one grown up dessert we know you're going to enjoy!
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Sparkling Watermelon Lemonade

Summer sips made from watermelon are always delicious, but when they're served from the watermelon itself they're really impressive, too! A simple cocktail recipe poured into a DIY watermelon keg will bring your summer party to a whole new level.
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President's Day Cocktail: Washington Apple Smash

President's Day deserves a toast, and what better way to give one than with a cocktail in hand inspired by our very first leader? President Washington's love for apples is the inspiration behind this cocktail recipe we know you're going to enjoy sipping.
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Cajun Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

We like this cocktail recipe for it's bold, yet familiar flavors. And while we're certainly planning to mix one up for our Mardi Gras party, you can bet we'll be enjoying this sparkler all summer long, too!
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Midnight in Paris Cocktail

Woody Allen is responsible for some of the most lauded movies in recent history, including 2012's Oscar nominated Midnight in Paris. This cocktail recipe is about as French as his cast, but we bet you'll love it as much as you will them!
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French Creole Mardi Gras Cocktail

This Mardi Gras cocktail recipes combines all the sweet flavor of French liquor with the bite of Creole ingredients. It's easy to make, even easier to sip and perfect for any Mardi Gras celebration.
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Easy Squeeze Cocktail

This bitter sweet and spicy cocktail was concocted in honor of Mardi Gras, but we love it as a punch for just about any spring party - be it noon or night!
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Peachy Love Sparkler Drink Recipe

Looking for the ultimate peachy keen cocktail to toast the day of love? This Valentine's Day inspired cocktail recipe makes for the perfect libation to serve your love.
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Margarita Jell-O Shot Recipe

OK, so maybe Jimmy Buffet wouldn't approve of this cocktail recipe for his Margaritaville, but we certainly do! Pour a citrus tequila Jell-O mixture into a hollowed out lime for a seriously awesome drink at your next party with friends.
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Pina Colada Jell-O Shot

The sweet coconut flavor of a pina colada combined with the fruity slurppy texture of Jell-O make for a fun and intensely tasty shot. Our cocktail recipe topped with a bright red cherry can also be made a mocktail with the omission of the alcohol (replace with water or pineapple juice).
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Lemon Cupcake Jell-O Shot Recipe

All the fun of a cupcake with the added delight of a Jell-O shot, this cocktail recipe takes dessert to a whole new grown-up level.
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Love Potion Number 5

A tropical blend, this cocktail is light and sweet. Sip it if you can't get away for a vacation - close your eyes and you can almost feel the sand beneath your toes!
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Monkey Love Shot Drink Recipe

Did you know bananas are a known aphrodisiac? We love this sweet sip for after dinner - and can't think of anything more perfect for Valentine's Day.
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9 1/2 Weeks Chocolate Strawberry Martini Recipe

Yes, this martini is inspired by the classic 80s film - and it's got all the passion, indulgence and decadence as it's namesake movie.
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Arabian Nights Cocktail Recipe

Inspired by the classic story, this drink recipe is a reworked version of an Arabian cocktail our contributor sipped while watching the Saharan sun set on her honeymoon.
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Asian Pear Margarita

Celebrations' resident Cocktail Therapists have a holiday concoction your party guests are going to love! Sweet pear and spicy ginger turn this warm weather drink into the perfect winter beverage. Cheers!
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The Jolly Green Rancher

We love sour apple Jolly Ranchers, but we particularly enjoy them in an adult beverage. This candy drink recipe is sweet, yet tart and we love the contrast the ruby red and neon green colors make in the glass. We can guarantee you that this drink is as nice to look at as it is to sip!
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Apple Martini

Ah, the classic apple-tini. A few years back it was all the girls were drinking. Recreate the apple-tini glory days in your own home with this easy recipe.
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Watermelon Candy Rock Swizzle

When summer comes you may want to look at cocktail recipes that aren't as heavy as your usual fare. While we all love summer with all the parties and activities it brings, we're always looking for ways to cool off! This unique cocktail is cool and light and a delight for the eyes. Perfect for poolside tables or a picnic bench, your guests will love this "new" taste of summer fun!
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Brandy Wine

Turn to this brandy wine recipe when looking to satiate a crowd during the cold fall and winter months. It's absolutely yummy and can be made in batch.
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Traditional Margarita with a Twist

For a surprisingly delicious margarita mix up your drink with some beer! We know it's not the typical margarita ingredient, but trust us, it makes for one delicious summer cocktail.
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Fun and Easy 80s Inspired Cocktails

Belt out some of your favorite songs while drinking these 80's music-inspired cocktails. Drink a Boy George Cosmo or a Madonna Martini!
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Apple Whiskey Mash

Whiskey and apple come together in this full flavored hot fall drink recipe to make one satisfying sip. Enjoy after a long day outdoors in the autumn air for a refreshing and soothing night in.
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Mezcal Cocktails

Want to be a super star at the bar? Brush up on all your mezcal facts and a few tasty cocktail recipes that incorporate it to become an expert.
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No Guilt Pina Colada

The quintessential beach drink that makes us dream of tropical getaways, the pina colada is one sip no one can pass up. This drink recipe cuts the calories in half which means you can be beach ready for when that real life getaway shapes up!
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Hot Cocktail Recipes for Fall

After a day of pumpkin picking or raking leaves adults will be in need of a stiff drink to warm their bones. Give one of these three recipes a try - Apple Mash Whiskey, English Mulled Wine or Hazelnut Coffee are the perfect go-to's to warm up inside.
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Watermelon Margarita

Margaritas are high up there on the most popular summer drinks list. Rather than serving the typical flavored margaritas at your party, opt for a watermelon version. It's tart, yet sweet and super delicious.
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Vanilla Apple Cider Tea

Sweet, smooth and spiced, this hot fall drink is kid-friendly, too. Adults may want to add a splash of brandy to the mix, but left alone this recipe will please all ages.
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Prickly Pear Margarita

Tired of all the strawberry margarita's out there? Well we've mixed up a drink with a totally underrated fruit - the pear! It's sweet and light flavor makes for the perfect margarita.
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Margaritas for a Summer Party

Mix up these delicious summer-inspired fruity cocktail recipes for your next soiree. These margarita drink ideas are a great way to cool down on a hot summer night!
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Twizzler Lemonade Cocktail

Remember the days of sipping your lemonade through a Twizzler turned straw? We do! We've created this cocktail that's reminiscent of this childhood habit and we know you'll love it. This sweet drink is a good dessert cocktail.
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Bootlegs

Make this lemony mint vodka drink for a beach picnic or a late summer afternoon on your front porch.
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Asian-Inspired Junk Boat Cocktail

Our favorite cocktails are those that are easy, fresh and flavorful. This one is just that. Tart, crisp and tasty, this cocktail is a real crowd pleaser at any occasion and guaranteed to float your boat!
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Exotic Cocktail Recipe Video

Take a trip to the islands--that is, the Greek Islands!--with these two fun drink recipes, the Mykonos Bloody Mary and the Peach Bellini!
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Harry Potter Party Drinks

Harness the power of wizardry at your next event with these fun and delicious Harry Potter cocktail and mocktail ideas. So tasty, they are sure to put a spell on you.
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Conversation Hearts-Infused Vodka

Do you have lots of those little conversation hearts left over from Valentine's Day? Make these super sweet looking drinks in shades of rose and lavender for a lovely cocktail to serve to your guests.
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English Mulled Wine

The English certainly know a thing or two when it comes to a cold night cure. Our mulled wine recipe combines some of the most seasonal ingredients with a stiff wine to produce a warming cocktail that will satisfy on a chilly night.
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Lemon Drop Martini

One of our favorite things about summer is the abundance of fruity cocktails! This Lemon Drop martini is a perfect way to celebrate summer!
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Hazelnut Coffee Cocktail

Coffee and hazelnut pair extremely well and we've brought them together in this delicious fall cocktail recipe. Give this warm drink a try the next time you're in need of a libation to keep the chilly night out of your bones.
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Pina Colada

There's no better way to welcome the summer or a escape a cold winter night than with a sweet pina colada! Whether or not you have access to a tropical paradise this cocktail will make you feel like your thousands of miles away!
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Bermuda Swizzle

This summery cocktail comes straight from one of our favorite bars in Brooklyn, New York. Serve this tasty treat at your summer soiree and introduce your party guests to a fabulous new drink!
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Trick-or-Treat Tootsie Roll Cocktail

Did you ever think of turning a Tootsie Roll into a cocktail? Why not? Loaded with chocolate and spiked to please the palate, our shot of Tootsie Roll is absolutely yum.
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Glee Party Drink Ideas

If you're a gleek, than mix up one of these Glee character inspired drink recipes. Whether you're a Rachel, Mercedes or Quinn, we've got a delicious concoction for you to sip on as you watch the show.
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Best Strawberry Daiquiri

Strawberry daiquiris are a classic frozen cocktail great for a summer party or serving your guests before a girls night out! Blend up the frozen treats for your best girls!
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Classic Champagne Drink Recipes

Champagne is pretty much the official celebratory drink. Why not get creative at your next special occasion with these delicious recipes that put a fun twist on a classic glass of champagne!
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Mandarin Champagne Splash

Mimosas are a staple at bridal showers and brunches. This cocktail puts a twist on your typical Mimosa and calls for Mandarin oranges and juice!
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Creamy Pina Colada

Make your Pina Colada a little more decadent by adding cream. This creamy alternative is a delicious drink to sip in the warm summer months.
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The Original Mai Tai

Did you know that cocktail recipes change over time? You may hear an older person praise a certain cocktail only to be disappointed when you taste it yourself and wonder what all the fuss was about. This is because cocktail recipes don't stay the same, changing with the people who prepare it; they take shortcuts, substitute ingredients with less quality or leave things out. The Mai Thai, concocted in 1944, is one such drink that didn't live up to its hype-until now!
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My Week with Marilyn Cocktail

Pink, bubbly and sassy, we can't think of a cocktail recipe more perfectly inspired by screen legend Marilyn Monroe. Mixed up just in time for the Oscars, this cocktail recipe will surely make an appearance at our viewing parties for years to come.
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Bitter Gin Cocktail

This gin cocktail recipe is simple to make and a smooth sip, to boot. We're enjoying our Bitter Gin in honor of Mardi Gras, but this drink is a great go-to for any spring or summer celebration.
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Peppermint Infused Vodka Martini

Peppermint may be popular in the winter, but this peppermint infused vodka martini is fabulous during any time of year! It's sweet, tangy, and undeniably delicious.
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Bacon Melon-Tini

Melon, bacon, and vodka may not seem like your typical combination, but it's definitely worth trying! Melon's sweet flavor is the perfect complement to a salty slice of bacon. This is what they must have meant when they said "opposites attract".
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Mint Julep

Perhaps one of the most popular Bourbon mixed drinks, this classic Mint Julep is easy to make and fun to drink! Cocktail Therapy mixes up a delightful drink that is perfect for any get-together!
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Santa's Hat

Looking for a festive cocktail recipe to serve holiday guests this season? An upside down Santa's hat served in a martini is definitely a good way to go.
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