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    Champagne Cocktail Picks for New Year’s Eve

    Champagne cocktails are a festive and fun way to welcome the New Year. You’ll already have some bubbly on hand, so here are a few ways you can fancy it up for 2012:

      Death in the Afternoon — Absinthe and champagne, a simple and sophisticated combo Sparkling Hibiscus Champagne Cocktail — Drop a hibiscus flower into your Champagne for a beautiful presentation and light floral flavor Lemon Herb Sparkler — Galliano liqueur and Meyer lemons
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  • Cullen Cocktails: Toast To Twilight!

    Midnight on November 18th marks the long-awaited premier of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part I. For those of you who haven’t guessed, I have a bit of a vampire fetish. I will admit that I watch True Blood and The Vampire Diaries. I even loved that canceled series Moonlight. And, yes, I really love Twilight. I’ve read all the books multiple times (that isn’t saying much as they are an … Read more

  • Halloween Punch Recipes

    Don’t get stuck behind the bar at your Halloween party! Grab that punch bowl, mix up one of these and you’re set.

    Here are devilish punch recipes that will satisfy your cocktail needs while letting you enjoy the night:

      Bloody Rum Punch Spirited Punch Jack-o-Lantern Punch Vampire’s Punch Witch’s Brew Flaming Tiki Pumpkin Punch Italian Halloween Punch Bloody Black Currant Punch Wicked Apple Punch Dragon Blood Punch

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  • Red, White and Blue Drinks for 4th of July

    Independence Day is coming up, and what better way to celebrate it than to serve up some red, white and blue cocktails at your barbecue or block party?

    Serve these cocktails (at least one from each “color”) and show your patriotic side!

    Red

    Americano – Refreshing, sparkling cocktail that include Campari and sweet vermouth

    Strawberry Ginger Martini – Fruity vodka cocktail with a bit of spice from ginger liqueur

    Raspberry Margarita – Fresh raspberries add … Read more

  • Father’s Day Food & Drink recipes

    Celebrate Father’s Day by eating and drinking … with Dad, of course!

    Here are some recommendations for food and drink to help you say, “Thanks for being my Dad!” After all, he doesn’t need another tie or coffee mug.

    Cocktails
      Manhattan or Martini — Traditional, strong and the best! If that sounds like your father, one of these may be the drink for him. Garnish with easy homemade cocktail cherries! Blood & Sand
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  • Memorial Day Food & Drink Recipes

    In honor of those who have died in service to the country, America celebrates Memorial Day on the last Monday of May. It’s also a great time to say thanks to men and women who have served or are still serving in our military.

    Since many people have the day off, it’s also one of the biggest barbecue and picnic days of the year. If you’ll be spending the day outdoors, here are some food … Read more

  • Mother’s Day Brunch & Champagne Cocktail Recipes

    One way to show your Mom she raised you right is to treat her to a homemade brunch!

    Here are some wonderful brunch and champagne cocktail recipes to show your Mom that you love her.

    Celebrate your Mom with a champagne toast and tasty meal. Happy Mother’s Day!

    Champagne Cocktail Recipes
      Blackberry Champagne Cocktail  The Happy Mom Mimosa  Kir Royale  Orangecello Champagne Cocktail  Blood Orange Bellini  French Revolution Malibu Sparkler  Mama’s Malibu Martini Ultimate Indulgence
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  • Super Bowl Recipes

    Super Bowl party food is the best!

    Game time is the perfect time for those snacks you’ve been craving for months. No matter whom you’re rooting for, here are a few of our favorite Super Bowl food recipes:

    Buffalo Wings
    Creamy Artichoke Dip
    Slow Cooker Super Bowl Chili
    Sliders with Chipotle Mayo
    Mexican Layered Dip
    Deviled Eggs
    Bacon Cheddar Popcorn
    Whiskey Brownies

    Football-Themed Cocktails

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  • SKYY Holiday Cocktails

    ‘Tis the Season to Eat, Drink and Be Merry! These cocktails from SKYY Infusions do well for the “drink” part of the equation, leaving your guest all the more merry. We even have some suggestions for the “eat” part.

    Candy Cane Swirl

    The Candy Cane Swirl is designed to add a simple, yet festive element to your larger holiday parties, utilizing familiar ingredients easily mixed in larger quantities.

    Ingredients
      1 oz SKYY Infusions Raspberry 3
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  • Halloween Party Food Recipes

    If, on Halloween, you and your guests want to ingest more than candy and cocktails, here are some tasty Halloween recipes:

    Dessert
    Halloween Cake Balls
    Brain Cupcakes
    Caramel Apples
    Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

    Light appetizers
    Screaming Hot Peanuts
    Roasted Pumpkin Seeds 
    Chipotle Deviled Eggs
    Eyeball Caprese
    Savory Pumpkin Puffs

    Heavy Appetizers/Main Course
    Pumpkin Stuffed with Bread and Cheese
    Pumpkin Gratin
    Pumpkin Curry

    Halloween cocktail and punch recipes… Read more