Hello Darlings! There are very few things in life more satisfying than picking and using produce and herbs that you have grown yourself. So when Kallie from But First, Coffee told me that she was infusing vodka with cucumber, my first thought was the dill in the silly little herb bucket on my back porch. Fresh and flavorful, I thought the very fragrant herb would pair perfectly with cucumber vodka (hopefully without making the cocktail taste like a dill pickle.) I was right. With the addition ... Read More about Summer Drink Series: Cucumber-Lime Martini with Dill
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Summer Drink Series: Blackberry-Peach Bourbon Spritzer
Bourbon and peaches is a southern match made in heaven. Add blackberries to the mix and you get a drink that tastes like summer smells, fruity with a spicy undertone. (Summer days versus summer nights, anyone?) This spritzer is simple to make and requires ingredients that are already on your summer shopping list. Plus, it’s made with bourbon, so to all you men, and ladies with men in your lives, there is no complaining about ‘girly, fruity, summer drinks.’ Ingredients (yields two): - ... Read More about Summer Drink Series: Blackberry-Peach Bourbon Spritzer
Fourth Of July Pinterest Favorites
Hello Darlings! When it comes to inspiration for holiday parties Pinterest is theplace to look. In honor of the Fourth of July, I’ve recreated three of my favorite red, white, and blue dishes from my online pinboard! 1. You can’t really get any simpler than a watermelon and a cookie cutter, but the result is delicious and festive! Original link 'Ingredients' Just stamp out stars with a cookie cutter. Use the extra to make these ... Read More about Fourth Of July Pinterest Favorites
Summer Drink Series: Watermelon-Basil Gin Refresher
Hello Darlings! I am beyond excited about the Fourth of July. I love the holiday- with its fireworks, themed picnics at which it is totally acceptable to eat every red, white, and blue food there is, and celebrations of being free, it is just so very American. So, to express my excitement, I will be blogging every day up until the Fourth, I can’t believe it is next week! Make sure to follow along for some stars and stripes themed fun! Watermelon to me is one of those foods that is ... Read More about Summer Drink Series: Watermelon-Basil Gin Refresher
Summer Drink Series: Spiked Lavender Lemonade
Hello Darlings! Happy Summer Solstice! The first day of summer is (finally) upon us. Summer to me is playtime. Gorgeous weather, outdoor parties, grilling, and fun drinks- everything about it just screams fun. I’ve always wished that the ‘big kids’ aka adults with jobs could go on summer vacation just like we all did in school. However, the next best thing is Friday at five o’clock when the weekend starts. How better to celebrate than with a delicious cocktail? A couple weeks ago ... Read More about Summer Drink Series: Spiked Lavender Lemonade