summer

  • Seattle’s Best Curiosity Pack Giveaway

    This week we are giving away a Seattle’s Best Curiosity Pack, including a Seattle’s Best backpack, a set of coasters, all 5 flavor levels of Seattle’s Best Coffee and some other assorted swag.

    To enter simply answer the question, “What is your favorite iced coffee drink (with or without booze)”. You can earn additional entries by linking, re-tweeting or sharing this post. All entries must be made using the PunchTab widget below.

    Here’s a couple … Read more

  • Martin Miller’s DIY Gift Pack Giveaway

    It’s still Summer, so why not giveaway some cool stuff to make cocktails and a $150 Amex Gift Card. Simply like this page, comment or like Martin Miller’s Facebook Page and you’ll be entered to win a DIY Summer Cocktail Gift Pack containing a shaker and other bar tools, a copy of our book DIY Cocktails and $150 Amex Gift Card (for incidentals).

    * To enter you must be at least 21 years of age … Read more

  • Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka Review

    Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka comes to us from Wadmalaw Island off the coast of South Carolina and close to Charleston. In homage to its Southern roots, it combines tea grown on a plantation off the coast of Charleston with Louisiana can sugar to produce real sweet tea that is infused into a quadruple distilled vodka.

    The Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka has a lovely light amber color with brown highlights and smells like sweet tea on … Read more

  • Boozy Popsicle Roundup

    It’s July, and it’s hot! One of my favorite ways to cool down is with a cocktail popsicle. Here are some delicious frozen liquor treats to help you beat the heat:

    Mai-Tai Pops — A tiki classic adapted for your enjoyment

    Campari-Orange Pops — A sophisticated twist on the classic orange popsicle

    Strawberry Peach Vodka Collins Popsicles — This just shouts out “SUMMER!”

    Margarita Pops — A better way to have a frozen margarita? You … Read more

  • Pico de Gallo

    Serving chips and salsa along with your margaritas on Cinco de Mayo? Try this simple pico de gallo recipe. It takes no skill and tastes much better than the stuff you can buy in the store. I like it spicy, so I left the seeds in the jalapeños. Remove the seeds for less heat. I also like it a little crunchy, so I included bell peppers. Mix it with some avocado, and you have a … Read more

  • Tequila Tangerine Dream

    This cocktail combines the delicate flavors of tangerine and lavender with the kick of tequila. The unique and slightly salty flavor of tequila really comes through. With Cinco de Mayo coming up, you may even consider this as a light and slower-drinkin’ addition to your party menu. You can substitute rum for a slightly sweeter taste any time of year.

    Ingredients:
    1 tangerine (½ for juice and ½ for tangerine slices)
    2 sprigs fresh lavender… Read more

  • 10 Boozy Ways to Beat the Heat

    I don’t know about where you are … but where we are it’s damn hot! Here are some recipes to help you manage during this unseasonable heat wave.

    1. Raspberry Sparkler: Raspberries, Campari, tequila and blood orange soda will help you stay cool.
    2. Pineapple Mai Tai: Also known as a Pai Tai, this island cocktail is made for hot weather.
    3. Strawberry Basil Mojito: Load it up with ice and enjoy the perfect pairing
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    Watermelon Granita

    This Week’s Drink is brought to us by guest blogger Caitlin D. (@catincal).

    I’m the kind of girl who giggles for no reason, loves twirly dresses and is the first to grab a karaoke microphone. Oh, and I love cocktails.

    I’m a huge fan of outdoor dinner parties in the summer and love matching a festive, seasonal drink to a traditional BBQ menu. One of my favorite bartenders, Esteban Ordonez, created the following recipe with … Read more

  • 4th of July Watermelon Cocktail

     

    No 4th of July barbecue is complete without watermelon. I’d like to amend that statement to include watermelon cocktails!

    This refreshing summer cocktail is the perfect accompaniment to whatever you’ll be throwing on the grill this Independence Day. Martha Stewart inspired this recipe, which I adapted from her watermelon and basil margaritas.

    The watermelon is cool and refreshing, while the mint and basil balance the sweetness and give it a fresh, crisp herbal note. You … Read more