Every summer my family and I take a trip to the beach. I know it sounds weird since we live only a few blocks away from the shore, but just the same we go. We go because it means a week without work, a week of just hanging out and having a blast! See, about… Continue reading Smog-tini
Tag: Vodka
White Sangria
When most people think of sangria, they think of wine mixed with fruit, but the classic sangria has a little more oomph. A classic sangria is made up of wine and fruit, but also has hard alcohol. Like I said, oomph. A red sangria usually has red wine and brandy and is ideal for the… Continue reading White Sangria
Tinsel Mary
I never used to be a big Bloody Mary fan. I mean, I loved tomato juice and I loved vodka, but for some reason when those two liquids were mixed together, my taste buds went cold. But I knew other people liked them and imbibed them regularly, especially over long Sunday brunches. So, I continued… Continue reading Tinsel Mary
Vesper Cocktail
Did you know that Monday is National Martini Day? Since I’m such a big fan of the classic cocktail, of course I’m going to celebrate and I want you to celebrate with me. Unfortunately I already have a martini on the blog, so I searched for alternatives. There’s the Gibson which is pretty much a… Continue reading Vesper Cocktail
Easy Street
When the weather gets warm, I like to relax in the back yard with a clear cocktail in one hand and a book or magazine in the other. My favorite drinks are those that are easy to shake up, have fresh produce muddled in and of course whichever liquor I’ve chosen that day. While my… Continue reading Easy Street
Hawaiian Sunset Cocktail
When I think of tiki cocktails I think of rum. Lots and lots of rum. So, you can understand my surprise when several of the cocktails listed in the new Smuggler’s Cove tiki book don’t list rum as the number one liquor. As a matter of fact, a lot of them don’t use any rum… Continue reading Hawaiian Sunset Cocktail
The Balalaika vs. The Kamikaze
If you’re anything like me you spent plenty of your college days (or nights) at bars pounding your fair share of Kamikaze shots. They were waaaaay better than tequila shots and had the same effect – quick intoxication. But I’ve long since left my college days behind me and with them the shots. I don’t… Continue reading The Balalaika vs. The Kamikaze
Queen’s Cousin Cocktail
The Academy Awards are Sunday and if you’re anything like me, you’ll be plunked down in front of the television starting around 2 or 3 in the afternoon and not moving until at least 9 when that long awards show is finally over. Why are we sitting in front of the TV all day? It’s… Continue reading Queen’s Cousin Cocktail
White Russian
I know the White Russian isn’t really considered a holiday drink, but it’s white-ish and it’s made with 2 different kinds of alcohol so I thought it would fit with this festive season. The fact that it’s super easy to mix up, makes it a no brainer for those last few holiday parties. The White… Continue reading White Russian
Red Devil
Last week I did a post on the Rangoon Ruby – a lovely cocktail made with my all time favorite juice – cranberry. I’m such a fan, in fact, last week wasn’t my first post using the popular mixer. I’ve also talked about the Sea Breeze (on more than one occasion, evidently. Oops). Since I’m… Continue reading Red Devil
Rangoon Ruby
As I’ve mentioned in previous posts I’m a huge fan of cranberry juice. I’d drink it all the time if I could. While it’s true I prefer to drink my cranberry with vodka or rum, I’m plenty happy drinking my cranberry juice with just club soda and ice, especially when it’s hot. And Oh. My.… Continue reading Rangoon Ruby