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Mango Mezcal Margarita
I officially have a new favorite drink and it’s the Mango Mezcal Margarita. It’s definitely not too friendly in the sugar department, however in my defense there is no added sugar. Only the sugar from the mango, and life is just too short not to enjoy the natural sugars in life. The Mango Mezcal Margarita may not be your first pick this time of year as it’s still a little chilly out, however it’s the perfect way to remind you of the Spring ahead. In fact, we were introduced to the combination of Mezcal and mango when we were in Cabo last month for my sisters wedding. Unfortunately, We didn’t…
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Mulled Cider Cocktail
I have to say this Halloween was a little different than most. It’s WHITE outside; snow, snow and more snow. Along with the snow comes the cold. It’s unbelievable that we are on our third snow storm of the year and it’s the 31st of October. Maybe I should say it’s believable because, yes this actually is happening this year. While the chilly temperatures spread outside, we enjoyed the warm fireplace and these delicious Mulled Cider Cocktails. I was first introduced to the idea of a mulled cocktail when my husband booked a ski birthday weekend for me in Vail. Our hotel had mulled wine ready for us when we…
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Tequila Cucumber Blackberry Smash
We had a taste of warmer weather a couple weeks ago in Denver and it got me dreaming of warm Spring and Summer days sitting on the patio, unwinding in the evening with my husband, cocktail and a delicious dinner on the grill. It also got me thinking of cocktail pairings for the warmer weather. This Tequila Cucumber Blackberry Smash is the perfect Spring drink, and even though the calendar doesn’t say Spring, Spring fever is in the air. While I love Fall and Winter, and they are my favorites, I do tend to get sick of the winter weather and crave that moderately warm temperature. I absolutely hate the…
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Skinny Margaritas
I absolutely love a good margarita, however I despise the majority of pre-made margarita mixes you can find in the store. They are filed with sugar and just don’t taste refreshing. I have tried countless different brands and kinds and nothing seems to cut it, except this skinny margarita. In efforts to keep my figure and be able to have a margarita or two on occasion I set out to make the perfect skinny margarita. After a bit of perfecting I ended up with the below, and boy oh boy, is this recipe heavenly. It is super refreshing and NOT sweet.
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Pomegranate Pear Palomas
Tis the season to be have festive food, drinks and house decor. While feeling a bit festive last weekend I threw together these Pomegranate Pear Palomas. They were quite tasty if I do say so myself and got the seal of approval from my husband. I am not sure if you would consider these more of a fall or winter festive drink, but I will let you decide that. If you ask me they can be both and I will definitely be making them during both times of year. These drinks are the perfect pop of color you need for your upcoming cocktail parties. While they not only look good,…
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Fall Moscow Mules
When I think Moscow Mule, I immediately am drawn to the summer time. Why just drink Moscow Mules in the summer though? The other week I decided to add a little flair to my Moscow Mule and create a Fall Moscow Mule. The Moscow Mule was delicious and I have continued to make them since this period of time. They are the perfect pairing to a warm fire and brisk fall night. What is your favorite fall beverage? Fall Moscow Mule
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Moscow Mules
Work like a mule, drink like a mule, right? I am not meaning your day job work, I am meaning the house work that never ends. There is always something that has to be done, but tis life. While we work on odds and ends tonight, a moscow mule was definitely in order, and is in hand. Moscow mules are a “newer” obsession for me. When I say “newer” I mean in the last few years. They are a fabulous spring/summer drink! The one thing I do not like is the difficulty I have finding a not too sweet ginger beer. They tend to be full of unwanted sugar. A…
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Home Happy Hour-Gin Martini
I will be the first to say YAY for Friday! I am ready for some time to catch up on me, I mean us (my fiancé, our charcoal lab and me). Our schedule is somehow overflowingly busy these days. With a martini in hand, I am conquering some of the catching up tonight. I like to call it HHH which equates to- Home Happy Hour. HHH is a fabulous way to be productive and still get your Friday on. Who indulges in HHH on Friday’s instead of going out? We do pretty much every Friday. I am not big on what many call “going out.” Don’t get me wrong I…
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Margarita’s
It’s Taco Tuesday and what goes better with tacos than a fresh margarita. Yes you deserve one. I know it’s only Tuesday, but you have officially survived two early morning alarms and braved the rest of the world. I have been on the hunt for the perfect margarita mix for years, and haven’t found one. They have either been too sweet, too bland or just funky. I haven’t given up my hunt, but instead have developed my own margarita mix that you can make in minutes right at home. I promise even the worst of mixologists can make these. Additions If you want a spicer margarita add a half or…
