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Cherry Lemonade Vodka Spritzer
It’s lovely when you can make cocktails with fresh fruit but don’t let that limit you either; this Cherry Lemonade Vodka Spritzer is equally delicious using Cherry Preserves. This post for a Cherry Lemonade Vodka Spritzer is a refresher from the archives. I refreshed the photos and wanted to share it again. I first published... The post Cherry Lemonade Vodka Spritzer appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Hot Buttered Rum (Frozen Batter)
The best Hot Buttered Rum starts with vanilla ice cream and brown sugar to make a batter that is kept frozen…just add hot water and rum and you’ll be in heaven with this cocktail! I have a little recipe binder that I’ve had since my twenties that holds the recipe for the best Hot Buttered... The post Hot Buttered Rum (Frozen Batter) appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Vanilla Bean Eggnog with Bourbon
We have a holiday tradition that requires we have eggnog on hand for Christmas Eve. This family recipe for Vanilla Bean Eggnog with Bourbon is simply the BEST! A few weeks ago I purchased a bottle of the Maker’s Mark 46® for the holidays; I knew I wanted to make homemade eggnog and Maker’s Mark®... The post Vanilla Bean Eggnog with Bourbon appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Pomegranate Rosemary Gin Fizz Cocktail
One of my favorites for the holiday season; this Pomegranate Rosemary Gin Fizz is so crisp and refreshing, not to mention perfectly beautiful! Heads up! Yes, I am re-posting this Pomegranate Rosemary Gin Fizz Cocktail I made several years ago when I had first moved into my new home. I love the memories so will... The post Pomegranate Rosemary Gin Fizz Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Cranberry Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail
Cranberry Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail is a festive cocktail with Cranberry Juice and Orange Liqueur topped off with champagne. My holiday habit is to make a new cranberry cocktail and food item each year and planned to make this beautiful Cranberry Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail…but this year almost got away from me. I honestly like to get... The post Cranberry Poinsettia Champagne Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Bourbon Pumpkin Cocktail
Get into the Fall spirit with a Bourbon Pumpkin Cocktail. Discover how to mix it with chocolate liqueur for a festive twist. I have a ton of Christmas decorations but Halloween, Thanksgiving and Fall in general have been ignored by me for the most part. I decided to get with the program and wanted something... The post Bourbon Pumpkin Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Vodka & Kahlua Ice Cream Cocktail
Simply change up the way you serve a White Russian and you’ve got this Vodka & Kahlua Ice Cream Cocktail I’ve titled a Ghost in the Graveyard. It’s a fantastic dessert cocktail with vanilla ice cream, black vodka and coffee liqueur. I know, I’ve mentioned I do not love Halloween and it’s never a holiday... The post Vodka & Kahlua Ice Cream Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Watermelon Moscow Mule Float
Grab a gorgeous fresh watermelon and make a Watermelon Moscow Mule Float immediately; they’re a light, fun adult beverage that is the perfect after dinner treat. This Watermelon Moscow Mule Float was inspired by a photo of a watermelon float. It was simply blended watermelon with vanilla ice cream and 7-Up. As delicious as it... The post Watermelon Moscow Mule Float appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Watermelon Mint Mojito
The perfect summer libation; a Watermelon Mint Mojito Cocktail is a great antidote to the heat of the day. Best to wait until watermelons are at their peak! The thing about summer fruit and veggies that you don’t grow yourself that drives me nuts? How to tell if their quality will be summer fresh or... The post Watermelon Mint Mojito appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Margarita Watermelon Slices
This is not a cocktail per se but instead it is fresh watermelon slices that are steeped in a mixture of ingredients normally used to make a margarita. You’ll want to lick the glass clean! Something old is new again! Yes, I’m re-posting a dish that I first shared many years ago! The photos were... The post Margarita Watermelon Slices appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Watermelon Margarita Cocktail
Fresh, juicy watermelon at it’s best makes for an amazing summer libation in this Watermelon Margarita Cocktail. I published this post several years ago and like many recently it was time for a redo. I hope the day will come when I will look at photos that are 4-5 years old and not feel like... The post Watermelon Margarita Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Watermelon Frosé Cocktail
Watermelon Frosé – Frozen Watermelon and Rosé Wine combine with lime juice for a fabulous summer cocktail! I’m not one of those bloggers with a calendar that I use to determine what to post about next; you know, making sure I’m on target with the latest trend or projected fad… this Watermelon Frosé Cocktail is... The post Watermelon Frosé Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Watermelon Raspberry Cooler
This Watermelon Raspberry Cooler is a super refreshing beverage that will be a great thirst quencher for summer heat with watermelon, raspberries and lime. Served as a cocktail but easy to make as a mocktail too! I love watermelon…but I mean really good watermelon. When the grocery store is selling watermelons in the winter I... The post Watermelon Raspberry Cooler appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Watermelon Limoncello Martini Cocktail
When the heat of summer hits, there is nothing quite like a Watermelon Limoncello Martini made with a fresh summer melon and Limoncello liqueur to help you through the dog days of summer. Cold, light and so refreshing. Although the recipe shared with me for this Watermelon Limoncello Martini Cocktail called for orange liqueur, I’ve... The post Watermelon Limoncello Martini Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Lemon Drop Martini with Vanilla Bean
I’ve always loved a Lemon Drop Martini but since trying this version flavored with vanilla I have to admit that the BEST one is this Lemon Drop Martini with Vanilla Bean! Uniquely made and a truly superior cocktail! This is a post I did a couple of years ago that I decided to publish again... The post Lemon Drop Martini with Vanilla Bean appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Pimm’s Cup Cocktail
If you’re a tennis fan and watch Wimbledon then a Pimm’s Cup Cocktail is a necessity. If you’re not a tennis fan it’s still a fantastic summer cocktail! One of the things I most enjoy when doing a classic cocktail is discovering the history behind a well known drink. This is certainly one of those... The post Pimm’s Cup Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Homemade Limoncello Liqueur
Homemade liqueurs are really easy to do; the hardest part of making this Homemade Limoncello Liqueur is the wait! Limoncello. ‘The Elixir of the Gods.’ Tart, sweet, served bracingly cold; it’s the perfect liqueur for sipping after dinner. Add some Prosecco and berries like I do in this Limoncello Cooler and you’ve got a gorgeous... The post Homemade Limoncello Liqueur appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade
Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade is sure to be a new favorite; made with lemonade concentrate, raspberries and bourbon, it’s perfect for summer! Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade is beautiful and perfect for summer, and for a crowd, we’re using lemonade to make it easy. When challenged by something I saw at Liquor.com to make a bourbon cocktail with... The post Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Greyhound Cocktail
The Greyhound Cocktail is an old fashioned cocktail with just two or three ingredients; vodka, grapefruit juice, and simple syrup if you need it sweeter. It makes for a lovely refreshment that is fantastic all year round. I want to make everything possible that incorporates lemons, lime, oranges, and grapefruits. The first three get their... The post Greyhound Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Pomegranate & Blood Orange Mimosa Cocktail
There is nothing I love more for a breakfast cocktail than a Mimosa and this Pomegranate & Blood Orange Mimosa Cocktail is especially beautiful! I don’t think I’ve ever made a Mimosa that wasn’t going to be served for brunch, have you? It must the the orange juice component that makes it seem so appropriate... The post Pomegranate & Blood Orange Mimosa Cocktail appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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German Chocolate Cake
Always a favorite, this version of German Chocolate Cake has some rum and a buttercream frosting with toasted coconut added to the top. German Chocolate Cake has always been my first choice for a birthday cake since I was a young girl and certainly something that fits perfectly in the ‘comfort food’ family. I made... The post German Chocolate Cake appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Margarita Pound Cake with Tequila Glaze
You have to try it to believe it; Margarita Pound Cake with Tequila Glaze is a seriously amazing cake; it’s like having a margarita on a plate! Anyone who knows me at all knows how much I love margaritas; as a matter of fact my whole journey into the art of cocktail making started with... The post Margarita Pound Cake with Tequila Glaze appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Mexican Hot Chocolate Pie
French Silk Pie takes a trip to Mexico to become this Mexican Hot Chocolate Pie with a touch of Tequila, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Now that the Kentucky Derby is in my rear-view mirror, today I’m offering this amazing Mexican Hot Chocolate Pie in honor of Cinco de Mayo; this year it falls two days... The post Mexican Hot Chocolate Pie appeared first on Creative Culinary .
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Salted Caramel & Bourbon Milkshake
This Salted Caramel & Bourbon Milkshake is a specialty at Ted’s Montana Grill…and now you can make it at home! Vanilla ice cream, bourbon and caramel; it’s amazing! I am occasionally the lucky recipient of an invitation to visit a local restaurant and try some of their menu items, and most recently a visit included... The post Salted Caramel & Bourbon Milkshake appeared first on Creative Culinary .