Category Archives: Holidays

Holiday cocktails includes major holidays such as Christmas & Halloween, but also includes those obscure daily holidays that get thrown in for fun like National Vodka Day and National Coffee Day. The list could go on forever.

Tall Dark Irishman

Posted on February 20, 2012 | Leave a comment

This tall dark handsome cup ‘o brew does it all… warms your spirited side and whets the appetite for the luckiest holiday of all; St. Patrick’s Day.

Tall Dark Irishman

1 measure Irish Whiskey

3/4 measure Irish Cream

3/4 measure Coffee Liqueur

Fresh Brewed Coffee

Whipped Cream

Toffee Bits

Place Irish whiskey and liqueurs in heat resistant coffee mug. Top with fresh brewed coffee. Garnish with whipped cream and toffee bits.

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Posted in Barista Cafe, St. Patrick's Day

Tagged Coffee, Coffee Liqueur, Irish Cream, Irish Whiskey, St. Patrick's Day, Whipped Cream, Winter Warmer

Barefoot Emerald Orchard

Posted on February 17, 2012 | Leave a comment

Get an early start on Mardi Gras celebrations this weekend with delicious sips from Barefoot Bubbly. No need to wait for “Fat Tuesday” to start sipping fun. Barefoot Emerald Orchard tempts the palate with delicate apple and buttery notes with plenty of bubbles to carry the celebration throughout the weekend. Mardi Gras 2012, “Fat Tuesday”, is the last day of Carnival season and falls on Tuesday, February 21.

Barefoot Emerald Orchard – created by Cheri Loughlin

1 measure Sour Apple Schnapps

1/4 measure Butterscotch Schnapps

1/2 measure Lime Juice

3 measures Barefoot Moscato Spumante

Green Apple Slice Garnish – optional

Combine schnapps and juice in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into champagne flute. Top with Barefoot Moscato Spumante. Garnish with green apple slice if desired.

Cocktail Recipe and Photo commissioned by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly

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Posted in Cocktail Creation, Holidays

Tagged Barefoot Bubbly, Butterscotch Schnapps, Cocktail Creation, Fresh Lime, Mardi Gras, Sour Apple Schnapps

Valentine’s Day Massacre

Posted on February 14, 2012 | Leave a comment

Think your Valentine’s Day isn’t looking so good. Surely it doesn’t compare to the Valentine’s Day of some… February 14, 1929 – St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. The day warring mob gangs took passion to a twisted level of rage.

Valentine’s Day Massacre

1-1/2 measure Vodka

1 measure Campari

1/2 measure Lime Juice

1 teaspoon Sugar

1 measure Cranberry Juice

Lemon Twist

Combine ingredients in large rocks glass over fresh ice. Stir. Garnish with lemon twist.

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Posted in Valentine's & Lover's Cocktails

Tagged Campari, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day Massacre, Vodka

Night of Passion Cocktails

Posted on February 13, 2012 | Leave a comment

Every holiday serves a purpose. Many daily holidays are wink and nod as ‘reason’ to indulge in specific spirited choices served as straight pour or swirled in a cocktail glass. Other holidays tipple at the senses as occasions for gift giving times such as birthdays and Christmas. There are others still that cause great division of thought as to whether the holiday serves the world of commerce or the passion of the people. Valentine’s Day is one such holiday.

The cynical view of this puffy red hearted holiday is love is completely lost in the commercial gift swapping event for underlying motives of what men and women really want. Valentine’s Day isn’t about jewelry, chocolates, flowers or cocktails for that matter. When all is said and done, Valentine’s Day comes down to the love and sex factor.

Passionate Pussy

1 measure Alize Gold Passion Liqueur

1/2 measure Cinnamon Schnapps

Dash Tabasco Sauce

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into shot glass or serve in small rocks glass over ice for slow, simmering sip.

Naïve Negligee

1 measure Citrus Vodka

1/2 measure Elderflower Liqueur

1 measure Pink Lemonade

2 measures Brut Champagne

Lemon Twist Garnish

Place ice in highball glass. Add vodka, liqueur and lemonade. Stir. Top with champagne. Stir. Garnish with lemon twist.

Doggy Style

1 measure Coconut Rum

1 measure Raspberry Vodka

2-1/2 measures Tonic Water

Lemon Slice Garnish

Place ice in highball glass. Add rum and vodka. Top with tonic water. Stir. Garnish with lemon slice.

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Posted in Valentine's & Lover's Cocktails

Tagged Alize Passion Liqueur, Champagne, Cinnamon Schnapps, Citrus Vodka, Coconut Rum, Elderflower Liqueur, Raspberry Vodka, Valentine's Day

French Kiss

Posted on February 9, 2012 | 1 Comment

French Kiss

1 measure Gin

1 measure Sweet Vermouth

1 measure Dry Vermouth

Maraschino Cherry Garnish

Combine liquids in mixing glass with ice. Stir or shake according to preference. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with maraschino cherry.

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Posted in Valentine's & Lover's Cocktails

Tagged Dry Vermouth, Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Valentine's Day

Kiss from a Rosé

Posted on February 8, 2012 | Comments Off

Everyone knows one good kiss deserves another. Delicious kisses often lead to much more exciting and adventurous things. Barefoot Bubbly offers a ‘Bubbly Kiss’ from their Rosé Cuvée variety bringing a blush to the glass that just might extend further into the evening this Valentine’s Day. Redbookmag.com compiled a Top 40 list of their steamiest tips for couples from bubbly kiss to sparkling bliss. Tuck a few secret recipes for success in your pocket including the easy Kiss from a Rosé

Kiss from a Rosé

1/2 measure Raspberry Liqueur

1/2 measure Créme de Cassis

4 measures Barefoot Bubbly Rosé Cuvée

Raspberry & Blackberry Garnish

Place liqueurs and berries in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with Barefoot Bubbly Rosé Cuvée.

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Posted in Champagne & Bubbly, Valentine's & Lover's Cocktails

Tagged Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Creme de Cassis, Raspberry Liqueur, Valentine's Day

Thigh High

Posted on February 7, 2012 | Comments Off

Stepping out single or calling it date night, dress the evening in style. Slip into sexy and dance the night away.

Thigh High

3 Muddled Strawberries

1 Teaspoon Strawberry Liqueur

1 measure Tequila

1 measure Crème de Cacao

1-1/2 measure Half & Half

Muddle strawberries and liqueur in mixing glass. Add remaining liquids with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with strawberry slice if desired.

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Posted in Valentine's & Lover's Cocktails

Tagged Creme de Cacao, Strawberry Liqueur, Tequila, Valentine's Day

Le Grand Brielle

Posted on February 1, 2012 | Comments Off

This champagne cocktail would be lovely to toast celebratory occasions with its distinctive spicy notes deeply rooted within the combination of liqueurs. Mango can easily overtake the flavor if too much is added so keep it light to balance the pizzazz and zing of this delightfully hearty cocktail. Named for Brielle, meaning Exalted Goddess.

Le Grand Brielle – created by Cheri Loughlin

3/4 measure Benedictine

1/4 measure Premium Orange Liqueur

1/4 measure Licor 43

1/4 measure Mango Puree

1/4 measure Fresh Lemon Juice

5 dashes Classic Bitters

3 measures Brut Champagne

Lemon Twist Garnish

Place liqueurs, puree, juice and bitters in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with Champagne. Garnish with fresh lemon twist.

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Posted in Champagne & Bubbly, Valentine's & Lover's Cocktails

Tagged Benedictine, Champagne, Licor 43, Premium Orange Liqueur

Alexander and Big Brother

Posted on January 31, 2012 | Comments Off

Quality of liquor during the days of Prohibition wasn’t quite on par with what it is today. The use of heavy cream and sweetening agents played a huge part in helping mask the undesirable flavor found in inferior spirits. Quality of liquor has certainly changed in modern times, but many still prefer sweetened cocktails to disguise the taste of the liquor they consume. Some things never change. The original Alexander calls for gin by design, but this classic cocktail has been recreated numerous times with different spirits. Some books refer to the gin version as an Alexandra with variations in measurements.

Alexander

1-1/2 measure Gin

1 measure White Crème de Cacao

1 measure Heavy Cream

Grated Nutmeg Garnish

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake thoroughly to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with grated nutmeg if desired. Notation: Another variation is Alexander’s Sister which exchanges Green Crème de Menthe for the Crème de Cacao.

Alexander’s Big Brother reaches a bit farther off the classic path.

Alexander’s Big Brother

2 measures Gin

1/2 measure Blue Curacao

1/2 measure Heavy Cream

Combine liquids in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into chilled cocktail glass.

More variations include the Brandy Alexander, which is said to have been among John Lennon’s favorite cocktails and inspired the non-alcoholic Lennon’s Milkshake. The Cherry Vanilla Alexander and Alexander Frappe bring fruit and ice cream to the classic for more varied flavor. January 31 is Brandy Alexander Day. Cheers!

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Posted in Classic Cocktails, Daily Holidays

Tagged Blue Curacao, Brandy Alexander, Classic Cocktail, Creme de Cacao, Creme de Menthe, Gin, Heavy Cream

Call it Kismet

Posted on January 25, 2012 | Comments Off

Perspective, karma and fortuity intertwine within this champagne flute to ultimately dance upon the tip of the tongue. That’s why it’s Call it Kismet. Believe in Lady Luck, destiny, hard work or ordinary happenstance. No matter how you call the future, once in a while everything comes down to the luck of the draw. Call it Kismet utilizes Heering Cherry liqueur’s deep cherry flavor with subtle chocolate notes then laces in rich coffee and lush vanilla. While it could have stopped at very simple, Brut Champagne adds the divine intervention of bubbly.

Call it Kismet – created by Cheri Loughlin

3/4 measure Heering Cherry Liqueur

1/2 measure Kahlua Especial

1/2 measure Navan

Brut Champagne

Cherry Garnish

Combine liqueurs in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to chill. Strain into chilled champagne flute. Top with champagne. Garnish with cherry. Wonderful deeply rich flavor of cherries kissed by hint of chocolate, rounded out by the essence of vanilla.

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Posted in Champagne & Bubbly, Valentine's & Lover's Cocktails

Tagged Champagne, Cherry Heering Liqueur, Kahlua, Navan, Valentine's Day

Category Archives: Holidays

Tall Dark Irishman

Barefoot Emerald Orchard

Valentine’s Day Massacre

Night of Passion Cocktails

French Kiss

Kiss from a Rosé

Thigh High

Le Grand Brielle

Alexander and Big Brother

Call it Kismet

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