As the temperatures drop and the crisp Fall season sets in, many of us start looking forward to Halloween. And though Halloween may look a bit different this year, that shouldn’t keep us from celebrating–whether it’s decorating our homes, binging our favorite Halloween movies, or […]

Nothing says “summertime” quite like a cold glass of sparkling sangria, especially when there’s bright chunks of fresh fruit! Whether you’re enjoying the season’s sunshine by reading your favorite book by the pool or entertaining guests in your backyard, this sparkling sangria is the perfect […]

12 Bottle Bar has been a cocktail contributor to our blog for years and we are excited now to announce the launch of their book, The 12 Bottle Bar. We sat down with them for a toast and to learn a little about the inspiration […]

  Enter to win your own signature at-home bar with this DIY Cocktail Hour Sweepstakes. Presented by Workman Publishing and Villeroy & Boch, this grand prize includes: • $500 Shopping Spree by Villeroy & Boch • The 12 Bottle Bar cocktail book • One Hour […]

This Cosmopolitan Cocktail Recipe comes from King Cocktail, Dale DeGroff, who can be credited with jump started the modern cocktail renaissance.     Cosmopolitan Cocktail Recipe Ingredients: • 1 1/2 ounces vodka • 3/4 ounce orange liqueur • 1 ounce cranberry juice • 1/4 ounce freshly squeezed lime […]

We’ve got the winners for the best Summer Cocktails. Our friend Sommer had a cocktail contest on her blog A Spicy Perspective and asked me to judge what would be the best cocktail recipe for the summer season: alcoholic and non-alcoholic. First, I want to thank Sommer […]

I am so excited to announce that our blogging buddies over at 12BottleBar.com have been nominated by the Saveur Best Food Blog Awards. They are in the Best Cocktail Blog category. All of their recipes are original, seasonal and super fun. Just take a look […]

It’s WHISKY WEEK on the blog and we’ve got you covered…even when it’s not cocktail hour. The pairing of whisky in food is a fun exploration, take it savory or sweet, you’ll find it adds depth to the flavor profile that is undeniable. Whether it’s […]