Recipes for Cocktails, Mocktails, Non-Alcoholic Drinks
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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!