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Strawberry Lemonade
The best homemade strawberry lemonade uses just four ingredients and is quick and easy to make. All you need is strawberries, lemons, sugar (or simple syrup), and water to make a delicious sweet-yet-tart classic strawberry lemonade. Like classic homemade lemonade, this pink drink is perfect for lounging by the pool, picnics, and can be made…
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Roy Rogers Drink
The Roy Rogers drink is a refreshing classic mocktail. If you have ever loved a Shirley Temple, you will love this recipe. Similar to the Shirley Temple it’s simply a lot more fun to order a drink named after a famous actor than a basic cola with grenadine. Roy Rogers, known as King of the Cowboys,…
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Banana Smoothie
This healthy banana smoothie recipe is a classic! You can blend it up in less than five minutes. This smoothie is creamy and fresh with flavors of honey and vanilla. It’s packed with nutrition like potassium and fiber. Kids and adults will be a fan of this recipe. Use fresh or frozen bananas to blend…
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Arnold Palmer Drink
The Arnold Palmer is a refreshing summer drink from the 1960s. It is made by combining lemonade and iced tea. In my opinion, this winning combination is better than iced tea or lemonade. They pair so well together. Even though this recipe is simple, there are tons of variations and finding the ratio you like…
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Cherry Syrup Recipe
This cherry syrup recipe is easy to make with only two ingredients plus water. This is a cherry simple syrup recipe, so a thin syrup to add to drinks, cocktails, lattes or my personal favorite: Diet Coke. Lol. I love the sweet and tart flavor of cherries and making your own homemade syrup from fresh…
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Shamrock Shake
It’s that time of year and I’m excited to share this McDonald’s copy cat Shamrock Shake recipe! Lol. Personally the shamrock shake is one of my favorites. I love the flavor of all things mint. We do a lot of little cooking and craft projects at home with our sons around the more minor holidays…
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Fresh Mint Tea
I’m always delighted when a restaurant serves fresh mint tea. It feels luxurious! It’s super easy to make your own fresh mint tea at home and with the cold, dark months ahead this has become a staple at our house. The recipe for fresh mint tea is simple: water and mint. You really can’t mess…
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Dirty Martini
There are few drinks more classic than a dirty martini. The simple combination of gin (or vodka!), dry vermouth, and olive brine packs a punch that’s been adorning cocktail tables for decades. And of course, don’t forget the olive garnish! Whether you use vodka or gin, this easy to make drink is a top choice…
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Grinch Punch
The holidays are all about special memories, food, and drinks, and this Grinch Punch is a fast and easy way to make a delicious punch that is sure to delight both kids and adults at your next Christmas party. The creamy sherbet mixed with the fruity punch and fizzy soda only has three ingredients, takes…
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Salted Caramel Syrup
This is a Starbucks copycat recipe for their salted caramel syrup. This is a thinner simple syrup, perfect for mixing into coffee or other beverages; not a thick caramel syrup for topping ice cream or other desserts. If you are in need of a homemade salted caramel syrup for your morning coffee, a latte, a…
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Toffee Nut Syrup
Yes, this is a Starbucks copycat Toffee Nut Syrup recipe. Once upon a time getting toffee nut latte was one of my weekly indulgences. I love toffee (think Heath bar!). It’s such a cozy flavor to me. And this homemade toffee nut simple syrup boasts all those flavors—buttery, caramel goodness. You can use this toffee…