Blue Moon Blueberry Mojito

This Blue Moon Blueberry Mojito is the perfect drink to quench your ongoing thirst during the dog days of summer.  Bathe by the dark blue hue of the blueberries and the ocean blue from the Curacao liqueur gives this mojito its dreamy blue moon appeal.   Here on the east coast, the heat has been brutal.  … Read more

Hibiscus Dreamy Tea

My own little piece of paradise can be found right here in this ice-cold drink of lusciousness.  I don’t have to travel to a tropical island to experience the taste and flavor of this Hibiscus Dreamy Tea.  However, I can appreciate its tart floral refreshing taste.  Not only is this tea loaded with flavor, but … Read more

Cranberry Dream Mimosa

One of the joys of winter is the availability of cranberries. Those dark tart berries are the very essence of winter.  I love using them in spreads, breads, pastries, desserts, drinks, and in so many other ways.  However, most of all as a Cranberry Dream Mimosa. A mimosa is a cocktail made of orange juice, … Read more

Kiwi Coco Dream Smoothie

Kiwi Coco Dream Smoothie makes its debut for just being downright delicious!  From the very first taste, of course, delightful is the word that best describes this drink.  Clearly, this smoothie can be considered a dessert in a glass.  Who wouldn’t want a cool refreshing smoothie on a hot summer day? Well, the Kiwi Coco … Read more

Dark and Stormy Margarita

What a wonderful time to take advantage of all the beautiful fresh blackberries and blueberries that are now in season.  The perfect cocktail to celebrate these fruits would be the Dark and Stormy Margarita.  The cocktail is just as visually impressive as it is cool and delicious.  This drink is filled with other fruits such … Read more

Island Breeze Pineapple Orange Margarita

Island Breeze Pineapple Orange Margaritas is the perfect cocktail to drink in celebration of National Margarita Day or just to enjoy as a tropical cocktail.

I made Island Breeze Pineapple Orange Margaritas in celebration of National Margarita Day.  Who wouldn’t love pineapple and orange in a drink?  Especially being such an exotic drink.  Pineapple and orange automatically make me think of summer and tropical breezes.  I need a little summer while being stuck in the dead of winter.  When you’re … Read more

Rosemary Infused Watermelon Margarita

Rosemary infused watermelon margarita is literally relaxation in a glass. This cocktail has a bright fruit taste that screams summer.

It’s hard to let go of summer even though we are a few days into fall.  Say what you like I’m holding onto summer as tight as I can.  It has been raining for the last four day here in my area.  However, today was totally awesome.  Today it was sunny hot and humid.  So, … Read more

Belmont Jewel Cocktail

The Belmont Jewel is the official drink of the Belmont Stakes.

We are now down to the third leg of the triple crown.  It’s now time for the Belmont Stakes to have its moment in the limelight.  I’ve featured the Mint Julep as the official drink for the Kentucky Derby, it is the first leg of the triple crown.  The black-eyed Susan cocktail is the official … Read more

Black-Eyed Susan Cocktail

The black eyed cocktail is refreshingly light with a tropical taste.

It’s Preakness week here in  Maryland.  The second leg of the triple crown.  Maryland is the link between the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes. The weather has not been cooperating for the race.  The 143rd running of the Preakness Stakes 2018 will go down in history as one of the sloppiest tracks ever.  It … Read more

Mint Julep Kentucky’s Cocktail

The mint julep is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby.

The mint julep Kentucky cocktail is the official drink of the Kentucky Derby.  I have watched numerous Kentucky Derby races over the years on television and I had never drunk a mint julep.  Well, boom!  A light bulb went off, this will be the year to have my first mint julep in celebration of the … Read more