Cucumbers and Basil

by | Jul 2, 2018 | Gin

This is one of my favorite summer go-to cocktails!  Whenever I go to the beach, I try to take the road less traveled, and make getting there part of the fun.  A Southern Season in Chapel Hill NC is a remarkable stop, with gourmet foods, wines, coffees, really anything...

More Strawberries!

by | Jul 2, 2018 | Vodka

I’m sticking with the fresh strawberry theme tonight since strawberry season only happens once a year, and I need to make the most of it! I once had the perfect raspberry martini, and set about trying to duplicate it.  This drink is one of the results.  It is on the...

Strawberries!!

by | May 28, 2018 | Tequila

Fresh strawberry season is one of the best times of the year in Marietta! Acres of strawberry fields run along the banks of the Muskingum River, and nothing beats the smell and taste of the ripe berries. It tells us all that summer is almost here!! While they’re...

Cinco de Drinko!

by | May 28, 2018 | Tequila

My drink of choice this year for Cinco de Mayo is a Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita. This is a frequent flyer at my house, since friends often request it. I use pineapple coconut water for a lighter drink rather than using pineapple juice. I like this drink using plain...

Ruby Lemon Drop

by | May 28, 2018 | Vodka

This drink was inspired by my friend Pam, because I know she really likes Absolut Ruby Red Vodka. She’s always been so kind and supporting of everything I do, so it was fun to create this and invite her over to enjoy a couple of these on the patio.  I don’t use...

The Sidecar – A Delicious Classic

by | Apr 28, 2018 | Brandy

The sidecar is so much more than an awesome way to be a motorcycle passenger!  This cocktail is thought to have originated in Europe around the end of World War I and is a great introduction to what a good sour drink can be. My sister, Kyla, introduced me to this...

Gin ‘n Marmalade in 5!

by | Apr 26, 2018 | Gin, Seasonal

What’s everyone drinking on perfect spring evenings? Here’s my variation on Gin and Jam…Gin and Marmalade.  And, it takes about 5 minutes to make! You’ll Need 2 oz Gin (I used Tanqueray) A splash of triple sec 1 bar spoon of orange marmalade Juice of ½...