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The Crocodile Cooler is May 19th Drink of the Day!!

The Crocodile Cooler is May 19th Drink of the Day!!

May 19, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

We are a week away from the traditional pool season.  Memorial Day Weekend is when many of the pools will open for the next few months.  Nothing like a nice refreshing cocktail to kick everything off on the right note. The Crocodile Cooler fits the bill.  Its citrus and refreshing flavor brings summertime to a [...]

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Creating Infusions:  Cucumber/Spearmint Vodka Sampler

Creating Infusions: Cucumber/Spearmint Vodka Sampler

May 18, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

Infusions give you a little flavor to any spirit.  Be it rum, vodka, gin, whiskey, or anything else, you want to do a sample to see how well it works before making a true batch.  Today, I am introducing a cucumber and spearmint infusion that I let age for 84 hours.  I agitated or lightly [...]

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The School House Cocktail is May 19th Drink of the Day!!

The School House Cocktail is May 19th Drink of the Day!!

May 18, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

Beer is great to have at parties, not just for the drink itself, but also to be used as a mixer for some tasty beverages.  Here’s one that gives you something that brings out a lot of flavor and is a great selection as a sipper for any type of party. When one thinks of [...]

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The B52 is May 17th Drink of the Day!!

The B52 is May 17th Drink of the Day!!

May 17, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

This is a layered cocktail; those of us in the business know as a pousse cafe.  You first will put in the most dense, or heaviest liquor, then go from there until your final ingredient will be the lightest, or least dense.  If you do this correctly, and slowly, your finished drink will be layered [...]

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The Fuzzy Martini is May 16th Drink of the Day!!

The Fuzzy Martini is May 16th Drink of the Day!!

May 16, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

This is a hairy naval cocktail with less orange juice and put into a cocktail glass chilled.  What a great idea!  That’s why it has become my selection for the drink of the day.  Less orange juice gives you the opportunity to enjoy every ingredient in this drink, something I believe all cocktails outta be.  [...]

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The Cuban Martini is May 15th Drink of the Day!!

The Cuban Martini is May 15th Drink of the Day!!

May 15, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

I’m a rum fan, so I was happy to see that this type of liquor was not forgotten when making a traditional-style martini.  Heck, vodka was able to do it; why not this island spirit that brings out the best of summer-like weather.  Perfect time of the year to make this the Drink of the [...]

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The Daydream Martini is May 14th Drink of the Day!!

The Daydream Martini is May 14th Drink of the Day!!

May 14, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

This is what I like to call a Screwdriver on steroids.  If a highball of just vodka and orange juice isn’t going to cut it, I highly suggest one of these.  Though the triple sec is a minute ingredient in this drink, it enhances the citrus flavor and, at the same time, calms the vodka.  [...]

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The Ninotchka Cocktail is May 12th Drink of the Day!!

The Ninotchka Cocktail is May 12th Drink of the Day!!

May 12, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

This is a vodka martini, replacing the Dry Vermouth with a generous portion of Creme de Cacao to give it a chocolatey edge.  A perfect sipper for a get-together.  Plus, it’s fun to call for it at a bar.  Another nice thing about this is that you know you’ve had enough when you can no [...]

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The Amaretto Cocktail is May 11th Drink of the Day!!

The Amaretto Cocktail is May 11th Drink of the Day!!

May 11, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

You will enjoy this combination of vanilla and almond flavor to go along with a nice and refreshing cola.  Topping it off with the scent of orange will round it out nicely.  It will become a fan favorite due to the ease of making as well.  You cannot go wrong with this selection.  This is [...]

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The Nomad Cocktail is May 10th Drink of the Day!!

The Nomad Cocktail is May 10th Drink of the Day!!

May 10, 2013 | By | Add a Comment

If you are looking for a drink that you can have to mingle at the party without getting a quick buzz, this would be a great selection.  This fruity combination is something you want to sit to take in all the flavor.  A perfect treat for a host of a party, or someone who doesn’t [...]

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