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Grapefruit in the Winter: Mocktail Monday
Nothing like a little mocktail refresh with the winter vibes. I wanted to make my grapefruit soda a little fix. So I added a little thyme and lemon juice. This mocktail is bright and open. Perfect for an afternoon drink. It's also something so good for when you want to treat yourself. Grapefruit in the Winter Mocktail Ingredients 2 Sprigs of Thyme 1 oz Lemon Juice 1 oz Simple Syrup Top with Grapefruit Soda (about 3 oz) Dash of Pink Glitter Garnish: Thyme Recipe In a cocktail

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1 day ago1 min read
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A Little on Fire: Champagne Cocktail
This champagne cocktail is bright and lively. I was looking to make something to brighten my spirits and I created this one. I absolutely love the color and the lightness of the cocktail. Perfect for a girls day or a movie marathon in. This drink is light and easy to sip on. A little on Fire Champagne Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz Gin 1 oz Aperol 1 oz Orange Juice (1/2 of an orange juiced) 6 dashes of Peychauds Bitters 4 dashes of Edible Pink Glitter Top with Champagne (preferabl

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5 days ago1 min read
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Cinnamon Vibes: Gin Cocktail for the winter weather
There's something about having a little cocktail in the winter. I like to pull in all the winter vibes like cinnamon and allspice to add a little coziness. It can make a martini a little more elevated and fun. I love a good gin martini and this twist on a sour is fun and easy to play. Cinnamon Vibes Gin Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz Gin 1 oz Orange Liqueur 1 oz Lemon Juice 1/2 oz Honey (a couple light swirls) 4 dashes of ground cinnamon Garnish: Lemon Peel Twist Recipe In a cockt

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Jan 111 min read
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Classic Bourbon Sour with a Wolcott Twist
This bourbon sour mixes in a little cinnamon for a fun twist. I like a good strong bourbon which is what I found with this bottle of Wolcott. Sometimes my family and friends surprise me with something different and it gives me a chance to try something new. Classic and Strong: Classic Sour Bourbon Sour Ingredients 2 oz Wolcott Whiskey 1 oz Lemon Juice 1 oz Orange Liqueur 1/2 oz Simple Syrup 3 Dashes of Ground Cinnamon Garnish: Two Maraschino Cherries Recipe In a cocktail shak

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Jan 71 min read
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Orange on Thyme: Mocktail for the bright days
This orange focused mocktail is a fun drink. I mean it has glitter in it! It's also really refreshing. What I like about working with seltzer is that you get a really refreshing and easy drink. It already has a little flavor that you are simply adding to. This one is just like that. Plus it uses my favorite orange! Cara Cara Oranges are super juicy and super bright. Perfect for your mocktails and cocktails. Orange on Thyme Mocktail Ingredients 2 oz Orange Juice (one half of a

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Jan 51 min read
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Spicy and Cozy: Whiskey Cocktail
There's nothing like a little cocktail in the winter. This spicy and cozy whiskey drink is an easy way to incorporate the season without making it too complicated. For me a good cocktail has a few things: easy to make and loved by the drinker. No one wants to suffer through their drink. Spicy and Cozy Whiskey Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz Bourbon 1 oz Orange Liqueur 1 oz Orange (about 1/2 an orange juiced) 3 dashes of pumpkin spice blend 5 dashes of Peychaud's Bitters 1 sugar cub

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Dec 31, 20251 min read
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The Lady Vanishes: Gin Martini
This sweet and pretty cocktail is a perfect recipe for a long Monday. As we move from holiday to holiday, this is a good cocktail to make in between all the drama. The Lady Vanishes Gin Martini Ingredients 2 oz Gin 1 oz Luxardo Liqueur 1 oz Lemon Juice 1/2 oz Simple Syrup Garnish: Maraschino Cherry Recipe In a cocktail shaker with ice, pour all ingredients. Shake until cold to the touch (about ten seconds). Strain into a chilled martini glass or coupe glass. Garnish with a ch

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Dec 29, 20251 min read
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Christmas Eve Martini: Gin Cocktail
This Christmas Eve, I'm thinking about the little things. I created my annual Christmas cocktail and basically create a gin mix. I had the great thought that I could use this for something else! I could create a festive martini to sip on. Christmas Eve Martini Gin Martini Ingredients 2 oz Cranberry Gin Mix -See Christmas Cocktail Recipe 1 oz Lime Juice 1 oz Luxardo Liqueur Garnish: Cranberries and Lime Twist Recipe This cocktail doesn't need any sugar. The Cocktail mix has a

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Dec 24, 20251 min read
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The Lemon Girl Spritz: White Wine Spritzer
This wine spritz tastes just like lemonade. It's a little complicated but super easy to drink! I love a good spritz for a weekday drink. It feels light and easy to sip on. Perfect when I've had a long day and want a drink but also don't want to be drunk too quickly. This is light and easy. The Lemon Girl Spritz Wine Spritzer Ingredients 1 oz Savignon Blanc 1 oz Limoncello 1 oz Gin 1/2 oz Lemon Juice Top with Sparkling Water 2 Rosemary Sprigs Garnish: Lemon Wedge and rosemary

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Dec 16, 20251 min read
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Hot Cocoa with a Special Treat
There is nothing like the holiday season for a little indulgence. I love a little hot cocoa in the wintertime. This weekend, I spent time decorating the tree and sipping on a little cocoa! This is my simple spiked hot cocoa that is easy to drink and perfect for the holidays. Spiked Hot Cocoa Ingredients 1 oz Baileys 5 oz Milk 5 tablespoons of Hot Cocoa Mix Top with Whipped Cream and Marshmallows Recipe In a small saucepan, heat milk to be warm to the touch but not boiling. In

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Dec 14, 20251 min read
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Whiskey Wednesday with a Coffee Old Fashioned
There's something about winter weather that brings out cozy and unique cocktails. When someone asked me if I had a coffee old fashioned, I first thought I like a really strong coffee so that will be intense. Then I remembered, it's an old fashioned and that's the point! So here is my version with a little help from an espresso roast cold brew. This one is for the coffee lovers! A Bitter Woman Coffee Old Fashioned Ingredients 2 oz Bourbon 2 oz Cold Brew Coffee (I went with an

The Goth
Dec 10, 20251 min read
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Gin with a Twist: Cocktails don't have to be what you think
Sometimes you want to surprise your guests with a cocktail. I like this one because it's surprisingly pretty and easy to sip. It also mixes traditional flavors with a fun twist. Perfect for people that you want to surprise and show the beauty of a little gin. Gin with a Twist Gin Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz Gin 1 oz Orange Liqueur 1 oz Lime Juice 1/2 oz Simple Syrup Three dashes of edible green glitter Garnish: Orange Peel Recipe The edible glitter is a little extra. It adds a

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Nov 30, 20251 min read
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Dunkin Kahlua Martini Moment: Sweet and Powerful
When I heard that Dunkin and Kahlua had partnered for a new liqueur, I knew I needed it. I could not think of something that is more appropriately here for the holidays than a coffee liqueur. It pairs perfectly with all the cozy vibes. It's essential. Let me tell you, it did not dissapoint. Upon tasting it straight, I could taste the sweet caramel and strength of kahlua. It's not a liquer that your drink and don't realize you are drunk. It's one where you are like oh my. Dunk

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Nov 28, 20251 min read
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Lemon Birthday Cake: A cocktail for the dessert lovers
This is one that I think that can be adored by everyone. It's a good cocktail and easy to drink. I like when I can make a whiskey drink that people like. Something that is easy to drink and doesn't overpower everything. This cocktail is balanced and easy to drink. Lemon Birthday Cake Whiskey Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz Doughboy Birthday Cake Whiskey 1 oz Lemon Juice 1/2 Cane Simple Syrup 1 oz Orange Liqueur Six Dashes of Gold Glitter Garnish: Lemon Twist Recipe In a cocktail sh

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Nov 12, 20251 min read
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A classic for a reason: Whiskey Wednesday Fun
I'm back to my whiskey and my regular posting. I'm excited about all this fall weather and the upcoming holidays. This whiskey drink is a perfect drink to impress your guests and show off a little fanciness. A classic for a Reason Whiskey Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz George Dickel Bourbon 1 oz Luxardo Liqueur 1 oz Lemon Juice 1 oz Cane Simple Syrup Garnish: Maraschino Cherry Recipe This is a simple sour with a fancy whiskey. George Dickel Bourbon is strong. Not unlike Woodford R

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Nov 5, 20251 min read
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A Minty Good Time: Fall Mocktail
This refreshing mocktail is perfect for a fall gathering. As we get closer to the holiday season, I like to have a few drink recipes that I can pull for when someone comes over and we are just relaxing. I like it to be something easy to make and applicable to a bunch of different people. Minty Good Time Mocktail Ingredients 6 mint leaves 3 dashes of cinnamon 1 oz lime juice 1 oz Cane Simple Syrup Dash of Edible Green Glitter Top with Sparkling Water Garnish: Cinnamon Stick an

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Nov 3, 20251 min read
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Coffee After Hours: A wicked good dessert cocktail
This fall weather is especially delightful. It reminds me of all the delightful ways to mix flavors like all spice dram and cinnamon. Nothing beats a cozy cocktail on a chilly evening. Coffee After Hours Whiskey Cocktail Ingredients 2 oz Doughboy Birthday Cake Whiskey 1 oz Coffee (preferably cold brew but at least cold coffee) 1 oz Milk (or whatever your kind of milk is) 1/2 oz All Spice Dram Dashes of Cinnamon (at least three) Garnish: Cinnamon Stick Recipe In a cocktail sha

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Nov 1, 20251 min read
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Calvert County Spots: The Locals Know
This month flew by, while I created a bunch of content most of it will go out in the next month. I was busy working and helping my parents pack up my childhood home. It's crazy to think about the decades of life that were a part of that house. It makes me emotional to think about it. So for our final weekend last weekend, we went to a few great places. Starting with Neptunes and then to Running Hare and Wheelhouse, each place has a great vibe. A little different but all speak

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Oct 30, 20252 min read
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George Does it Well: A cocktail with George Dickel Bourbon
While I was in New Hampshire on vacation, I stopped at the local liquor store because there are no taxes and I am cheap. I also like to...

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Oct 9, 20251 min read
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Rosey Dreams: Gin Cocktail
Some weeks you want to start out with a little pink drink. This gin cocktail is bright and light. A little pink glitter goes a long way!...

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Oct 6, 20251 min read
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