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.

Role Model

Posted on May 10, 2012 | Leave a comment

As tribute to those who are the producer and anchor of our past; sculptors of what we ultimately become in the future… a toast to Mother’s around the globe.

Role Model – created by Matt Robold

1-1/2 ounce Beefeater Gin

3/4 ounce Cognac

1/4 ounce Heering Cherry Liqueur

1/2 ounce Lime Juice

1 Teaspoon Simple Syrup

2 dashes Classic Bitters

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

Recipe provided by representatives of Beefeater Gin

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Posted in Mother's Day

Tagged Beefeater Gin, Cherry Heering Liqueur, Classic Bitters, Cognac, Fresh Lime, Gin, Mother's Day, Simple Syrup

Mom’s Sweet & Spicy Bloody Mary

Posted on May 8, 2012 | Leave a comment

Just in case your mother prefers something more substantial, Mom’s Sweet & Spicy Bloody Mary is just the ticket. Mom can slowly sip on this while basking in the lap of luxury (that means snuggled between the covers of her own bed while reading a good mystery in silence).

Mom’s Sweet & Spicy Bloody Mary

2 ounces 10 Cane Rum

4 ounces Bloody Mary Mix

Dash of Classic Bitters

Celery Stalk, Olive, Lime Garnish

Combine rum and bloody mary mix in mixing glass with ice. Shake to mix. Pour into highball glass. Add dash of bitters. Garnish with celery.

Recipe provided by representatives of 10 Cane Rum

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Posted in Mother's Day

Tagged 10 Cane Rum, Bloody Mary, Bloody Mary Mix, Classic Bitters, Mother's Day, Rum

Frozen Sangria Margarita

Posted on May 5, 2012 | Leave a comment

Sangria swirled throughout the base margarita makes a delicious festive treat. Subtle wine notes weave sweetness in with traditional citrus tart of the margarita. This wonderful frozen treat is easily accomplished with simple blender and freezer. No need for slushy machines at home. Added bonus… the base recipe without sangria added makes a great variation on the traditional margarita. It’s like two cocktails in one! Now that’s something to celebrate.

Frozen Sangria Margarita – created by Cheri Loughlin

2 measures Camarena Silver Tequila

1 measure Premium Orange Liqueur

3/4 measure Lime Juice

3/4 measure Lemon Juice

3/4 measure Spiced Orange Syrup*

1-1/2 cup Crushed Ice

2 measures Bottled Sangria – chilled

Orange & Lime Wedge Garnish

Place all ingredients except Sangria in blender. Blend until completely smooth. Place in freezer for 2 to 3 hours or overnight to firm. Shake container occasionally so mixture does not separate ingredients while freezing. When ready to serve: In wine goblet or decorative glass, alternately layer frozen tequila mixture with 1/4 to 1/2 measures of chilled Sangria. Garnish with orange and lime wedge.

*Spiced Orange Syrup – created by Cheri Loughlin

Zest of 1 Orange

10 to 12 Whole Cloves

1 heaping tablespoon Whole Allspice

3/4 cup water

1-1/2 cup Organic Cane Sugar

Place all ingredients in saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is completely dissolved (approximately 5 minutes). Strain. Discard zest and spices. Refrigerate syrup.

Cocktail Recipe commissioned by Camarena Tequila Representatives

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Posted in Cocktail Creation, Daily Holidays

Tagged Camarena Tequila, Cinco de Mayo, Cocktail Creation, Fresh Lemon, Fresh Lime, Margarita, Orange Syrup, Premium Orange Liqueur, Sangria, Tequila

Barefoot MargariTOE

Posted on May 4, 2012 | Leave a comment

Cinco de Mayo lands on a Saturday in 2012 leaving an entire weekend for parties and relaxed merriment. It’s a sure bet blenders will whirl in excited celebration with flavorful margaritas. Barefoot Wine & Bubbly reinvents the traditional fruited margarita with a delicious White Zinfandel twist.

Barefoot MargariTOE – created by Cheri Loughlin

3 measures Barefoot White Zinfandel – chilled

2 measures Pineapple Juice – chilled

1-1/2 cup Frozen Strawberries

1 measure Camarena Tequila

Fresh Strawberry Garnish

Place all ingredients except garnish in blender with ice. Blend until completely smooth. Pour into chilled margarita glass or decorative cocktail glass. Garnish with fresh strawberry.

Cocktail Recipe and Photo commissioned by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly

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Posted in Cocktail Creation, Holidays, Wine Cocktails

Tagged Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, Camarena Tequila, Cinco de Mayo, Cocktail Creation, Pineapple Juice, Strawberries, Tequila

Spanish Fly

Posted on April 27, 2012 | Leave a comment

Spanish Fly

1 measure Tequila

1 measure Licor 43

Ground Cinnamon

Cinnamon Stick

Place tequila, Licor 34 and cinnamon in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend. Strain into rocks glass over crushed ice. Garnish with cinnamon stick. Alternative method: Build in rocks glass over crushed ice. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Stir with cinnamon stick garnish.

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Posted in Cinco de Mayo, Shot-tails, Shots & Shooters

Tagged Cinco de Mayo, Licor 43, Shot-tails, Tequila

Triple Shot Café Latte

Posted on April 19, 2012 | Leave a comment

Triple Shot Café Latte – created by Cheri Loughlin

3/4 part Hiram Walker Coffee Flavored Brandy

1/2 part Hiram Walker Amaretto Liqueur

3/4 part Hiram Walker Blackberry Flavored Schnapps

3 parts Half & Half

Combine liquids in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake to blend and chill. Strain into a goblet over fresh ice.

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Posted in Cocktail Creation, Daily Holidays

Tagged Amaretto, Blackberry Schnapps, Coffee Brandy, National Amaretto Day

Smoky Martini

Posted on March 29, 2012 | Leave a comment

There is a day on the calendar to celebrate Festival of Smoke and Mirrors Day. Hartford.com has a little fun with this playful holiday by encouraging people to create a hoax, pull off a clever scam or tell an outright light – like the government does on a daily basis. I won’t encourage any swindling here, but I will encourage a bit of smoke and mirror play in the cocktail glass. What looks like an ordinary martini might surprise and delight you.

Smoky Martini

2 measures Premium Orange Vodka

1/4 measure Scotch – Speyside Region

Orange Twist Garnish

Place scotch in chilled glass. Swirl and discard. Set aside. Place orange vodka in mixing glass with ice. Stir or shake according to preference. Strain into prepared glass. Garnish with orange twist.

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Posted in Classic Cocktails, Cocktails, Daily Holidays

Tagged Festival of Smoke & Mirrors Day, Orange Vodka, Scotch, Vodka

Irish Winter

Posted on March 18, 2012 | Leave a comment

Irish Winter

1 measure Coffee Liqueur

1 measure Half & Half

1 measure Irish Whiskey

Fresh Brewed Coffee

Whipped Cream

Shaved Chocolate – optional

Place liqueur, half & half and Irish Whiskey in heat resistant mug. Top with fresh brewed coffee. Garnish with whipped cream and shaved chocolate curls if desired.

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Posted in St. Patrick's Day

Tagged Coffee, Coffee Liqueur, Irish Whiskey, St. Patrick's Day

Irish Dream Shot

Posted on March 17, 2012 | Leave a comment

Irish Dream Shot

1-1/2 measure Irish Cream

Granulated Sugar

Rim shot glass with sugar. Set aside. Heat Irish cream liqueur in microwave for approximately 15 to 20 seconds. Pour immediately into prepared sugar rimmed shot glass.