Blended drinks are always crowd pleasers in the summer, a great way to quench your thirst and cool down. They can be made in a variety of ways, whether you’re whipping up a batch of smoothies for all ages or mixing a pitcher of pina coladas for a more grown up party. This …
I use honey in tea drinks more often in coffee drinks, but honey is a sweetener that works just as well with coffee. Honey has a wonderfully subtle flavor to it and has lovely floral and vegetable notes that are often complimented by the flavors of tea. In a coffee drink, although it …
I am a big fan of eggnog. Not only do I make my own a few times a season, but I also incorporate it into a variety of desserts and baked goods that I share during the holidays. Eggnog has the distinct flavors of dairy, eggs, vanilla and nutmeg and, while it …
Campari has a distinctive bitter orange flavor that, for many, is a bit of an acquired taste. I have been known to compare it to bitter dark chocolate, which also sometimes takes people a few bites to get to appreciate. I also think that Campari is a wonderful liqueur to infuse with …
A mint julep is a classic cocktail that has become one of the symbols of the Kentucky Derby, largely because it has been the official drink of the race for nearly 100 years. The cocktail is made with bourbon, sugar and mint, and it comes in a silver cup that is packed full …
When warmer weather rolls around, I find myself making smoothies and milkshakes on a regular basis. They’re not only a delicious way to cool down, but they’re filling enough to stand in for a meal when you don’t really feel like cooking. That being said, I usually opt for smoothies during the day …
I love to work with good quality white chocolate. Though it is sweeter and contains more sugar than its darker counterparts, the vanilla and dairy flavors of a high quality, ultra-creamy white chocolate are hard to beat and work exceptionally well in many recipes. White chocolate is also unusual in that it …
One of the traditions in my family is to open a bottle or two of Martinilli’s sparkling apple cider with Thanksgiving dinner. This tradition arose so that the kids could have a fun drink that could be served in a wine glass to fit in with the grown ups – and their …
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