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Refreshing Beverage Recipes | Seasonal Food and Country Style Recipes

Refreshing Beverage Recipes | Seasonal Food and Country Style Recipes

Pineapple Orange Drink

  • 1 (46-ounce) can pineapple juice
  • 1 package orange Kool-Aid
  • 1 cup sugar

Mix ingredients and add enough cold water to make 1 gallon.

Recipe by the Hoovers, Annville, Pennsylvania

Coffee Milk

  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup hot water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 quart milk

Dissolve coffee and sugar in hot water. Cool. Stir mixture and vanilla into cold milk. Serve.

This is a cool, refreshing drink for a hot summer day.

Recipe by the Hoovers, Annville, Pennsylvania

Tea Syrup

  • 4 quarts boiling water
  • 3 cups sugar
  • 1 quart tea (such as mint), tightly packed (stems and all)

Put tea in boiling water and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain. Add sugar to liquid. Heat liquid until sugar is dissolved. Cool and freeze. To serve, add 2 quarts water to 1 quart of concentrate.

This tastes like fresh-cut tea in wintertime.

Recipe by the Hoovers, Annville, Pennsylvania

Frappes

  • 2 tablespoons hot water
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1-1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Whipped dairy topping, optional
  • Caramel sauce, optional

Dissolve coffee and sugar in hot water. Blend coffee mixture, ice, milk, ice cream and vanilla in a blender until smooth. Pour into glasses and top with whipped dairy topping and caramel syrup, if desired.

Frappes can be your morning coffee in the summer or a chilly dessert.

Recipe by the Reiffs, Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania

Strawberry Banana Breakfast Smoothie

  • 1-1/2 cups milk
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
  • 1 banana, fresh or frozen, sliced
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey
  • 1 cup ice cubes

In a blender, pour in milk and add rest of ingredients. Blend until smooth.

Recipe by the Reiffs, Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania

Best Lemonade Ever

  • 1-3/4 cups sugar
  • 8 cups water, divided
  • 1-1/2 cups lemon juice

In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil and stir to dissolve sugar. Allow to cool to room temperature; then refrigerate until chilled. Remove seeds from lemon juice, but leave pulp. Stir together chilled syrup, lemon juice and remaining 7 cups water.

Recipe by the Zimmermans, Akron, Pennsylvania

Whipped Coffee

  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hot water

Combine ingredients and beat with hand mixer for 5 minutes or until peaks form. In a glass, layer ice cubes, then coffee mixture, and add desired amount of milk. Stir.

Recipe by the Zimmermans, Akron, Pennsylvania

 

Coffee Punch

  • 2 cups boiling water
  • 1-1/2 cups sugar
  • 3-4 tablespoons instant coffee
  • 1 gallon milk
  • 1 quart vanilla ice cream
  • 1 quart chocolate ice cream

Combine boiling water, sugar and coffee. Stir until dissolved. Cool. To serve, combine coffee mixture with milk and pour in a punch bowl.

Serves 8-10.

This is very delicious.

Recipe by Jalisa Martin, Port Trevorton, Pennsylvania

After-School Blueberry Blendies

  • 15-ounce package frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Pinch cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch cardamom (optional)

In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend and until smooth. Serve immediately.

Servings: 4.

Strawberry Melon Fizz

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 5 fresh mint sprigs
  • 1 quart fresh strawberries, halved
  • 2 cups cubed honeydew
  • 1-3/4 cups cubed cantaloupe
  • Ginger ale or sparkling white grape juice

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, water and mint; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; allow to cool completely. Discard mint.

Combine strawberries and melon. Just before serving, fill tall glasses with fruit and drizzle each with 1 tablespoon sugar syrup. Add ginger ale to each glass.

Dirty Chai Latte

  • 1 black tea bag
  • 1 to 2 shots espresso (or 2 to 4 ounces strong coffee)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons homemade chai tea concentrate (see recipe at right)
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • Ground cinnamon

Place tea bag in a large coffee cup. Cover with 1 cup boiling water and let steep for 3 to 5 minutes.

Discard tea bag, then add hot espresso to tea.

Stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of chai tea mix (to taste).

Microwave milk until hot (about 45 seconds), then froth using a milk frother (or shake in a sealed mason jar).

Add frothed milk to drink, then sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired.

Serve hot.

 Maple Syrup Milkshake

  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pint vanilla ice cream

Puree ingredients until smooth; pour into serving glasses and drizzle with more syrup, if you like.

Maple Latte

  • 8 ounces strong coffee
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • Pinch of ground cloves
  • Pinch of allspice
  • Pinch of fresh nutmeg

Add maple syrup and spices to the bottom of a mug; stir to combine.

Place milk into a microwave safe jar and heat for about 30 seconds, until warm. Tightly screw lid onto jar and shake for a few seconds, until milk is foamy.

Pour hot, strong coffee over maple syrup. Top with foamy milk. Garnish with more spices if desired.

Homemade Chai Tea Concentrate

  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Pour condensed milk into a small bowl.

Add spices to milk and stir until completely combined.

To use, brew a strong cup of black tea, then mix in a heaping tablespoon of concentrate. Serve.

Keep concentrate in refrigerator.

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Classic British teatime favourites given makeover in new recipes – with sausage twist

Classic British teatime favourites given makeover in new recipes – with sausage twist

Some of Britain’s best-loved dishes have been given a makeover – with a sausage twist. To mark its 10th anniversary, sausage experts HECK have created a guide of 10 recipes to inspire those who love a banger, to get more creative in the kitchen.

One of the reimagined recipes is a “sausage trifle” – a savoury take on the beloved layered pudding which uses piped mash potato, a cheese sauce, and is topped with proudly upright sausages.

An update on a tikka masala curry involves using chicken sausages, whilst other mouth-watering dishes include a cooked sausage sushi, and a daring pork and apple tarte tatin.

French dessert croquembouche has also swapped its cream-stuffed choux buns, drizzled with a chocolate sauce, for Yorkshire puddings, sausages, and gravy to be poured over the tempting volcano-shaped gastronomic delight.

Other favourites to be given a porky twist include bao buns, ramen, muffins, and a sausage-spiked bread and butter pudding.

It comes after a poll of 2,000 adults found four in five (79 percent) are stuck in a “teatime rut”, and eat the same meals several times a month.

Debbie Keeble, from HECK, which created the guide as part of its “Future Teatime Classics” campaign, said: “Adding panache and fun into flavour-packed meals is exactly what we are about.

“Research shows we whip up the same dinners each day all too frequently. In the last 10 years of HECK, we have encouraged Great Britain to invent, re-think, and reinvigorate their teatime.

“We regularly post new ideas on our social channels – but for this very special occasion, we wanted to push the boat out, releasing 10 full recipes.

“I hope the next time you’re thinking of having bangers and mash, you reach for the trifle bowl.”

The study also found 59 percent of adults consider dinner to be the most important meal of the day – confounding many suggestions that breakfast is.

And 70 percent said it is their favourite time to eat, with home cooks spending an average of 38 minutes in the kitchen each evening.

When asked to name the most iconic TV food moments, Gino D’Acampo’s “If my grandmother had wheels, she would’ve been a bike” comment, on ITV’s This Morning show, swept the board.

His comedic retort floored show host Holly Willoughby, leaving her hiding from the cameras as she laughed – following the suggestion of adding ham to Gino’s authentic Italian carbonara recipe.

However, many may not agree with Gino’s dismay at the suggested twist to his recipes – as 46 percent believe it’s time for meals, particularly with sausages, to be reinvented for a more exciting spin.

And one in six claimed they would be intrigued to try sausages within a sweet treat.

The study, carried out via OnePoll, also found 56 percent consider sausages to be a staple part of their grocery shop.

Ruby Parkyn, from Yorkshire-based, family-run business HECK, which has launched 10 different types of sausages since 2013, said: “10 years is a big landmark for us, and we wanted to celebrate it in the only way we know how – cooking something utterly delicious.

“And as a mega-fan of the TV sitcom Friends, I can wholeheartedly say our version of the meat-based trifle is much nicer than the one Rachel prepares for Thanksgiving.”

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National Oreo Cookie Day: Delicious Oreo dessert recipes to try at home

National Oreo Cookie Day: Delicious Oreo dessert recipes to try at home

On this day (March 6) in 1912, around 111 years back, Oreo cookies were first introduced by National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) and since then its popularity across the globe has only been rising. There are many versions of this cream cookie which has both the slightly bitter taste of chocolate and the creamy and satisfying sweetness of its filling. Enjoyed on its own or used in several recipes from cheesecake to milkshake topping, Oreo cookies have been winning hearts of many. There is an endless variety of Oreo desserts one can make on a lazy day with minimum effort. National Oreo cookie day is celebrated every year on March 6 to celebrate the birth of this delicious cookie. (Also read: National Pistachio Day: 5 healthy and delicious pistachio recipes to try)

On this occasion Abhijeet Bagwe, Executive Chef, Novotel Mumbai International Airport shares two easy-to-make Oreo recipes you can make at home.

1. Oreo Brownie Recipe

Ingredients

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate; coarsely chopped

¾ cup (12 tablespoons) butter

1 ¾ cup sugar

3 eggs

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

1 cup all-purpose flour

12 Oreos, chopped

Method of making

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with foil and spray with non-stick cooking spray.

• Microwave chocolate and butter in a large bowl at medium (50{d2b09b03d44633acb673e8080360919f91e60962656af8ade0305d5d8b7e4889} power) for 3-4 minutes or until butter is melted.

• Whisk until chocolate is melted. Whisk in sugar until fully blended, then whisk in eggs one at a time, then vanilla and salt. Gradually add flour and stir until just combined. Fold in 12 chopped Oreo cookies.

• Spread batter into prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes; do not over bake.

• Remove to cooling rack. Allow to cool completely before cutting.

• Garnish with 70{d2b09b03d44633acb673e8080360919f91e60962656af8ade0305d5d8b7e4889} dark chocolate cream and oreo cookies with flash of gold leaf.

2. Oreo Tiramisu Recipe

Ingredients

18 Oreo cookies

3/4 cup heavy whipping cream

1 tbsp. instant espresso

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 tub (8 oz.) mascarpone cheese

1/2 tsp. vanilla

Method of making

• Reserve 6 cookies for later use. Process remaining cookies by chopping it coarsely or crushed; set aside.

• Add espresso powder to milk; stir until dissolved.

• Whisk whipping cream and sugar in medium bowl with mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form; spoon into separate bowl.

• Beat mascarpone and vanilla in medium bowl with mixer on medium speed until blended. Gradually beat in espresso mixture. Fold in whipped cream.

• Spoon into resealable plastic bag. Cut small piece off one bottom corner of bag; use to pipe small amount of the mascarpone mixture into martini glasses; top with some of the cookie crumb mixture.

• Repeat layers. Garnish with reserved cookies and dust the coco powder on top.

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Holi 2023: 5 Last-Minute Ideas For Festive Snacks (Recipes Inside)

Holi 2023: 5 Last-Minute Ideas For Festive Snacks (Recipes Inside)

Have you already planned what you’re going to make for Holi? Or have you left everything for the last minute? This year, Holi is falling in the middle of the week, so it’s understandable if you don’t have much time to prepare for it. But no need to worry – we have got your back! We have put together a handy list of unique Holi snack recipes. These treats are quick to make and don’t have many special ingredients – you can easily prepare them with what you have lying around and they still manage to look festive. Curious to know what they are? Check them out below:
(Also Read: How To Celebrate Holi 2023: Guide To Best Events, Restaurants And Food Offers)

Holi 2023: Last-Minute Holi Snacks | Quick And Easy Holi Recipes

1. Crispy Layered Mathri

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Holi 2023: Mathri is a great festive snack that you can easily make at home. Photo Credit: YouTube/ Cook with Parul

Who doesn’t enjoy snacking on some delicious mathri? This treat can be flavoured and shaped in a variety of ways: you can make methi mathri, achari mathari, oats mathri and even potato mathri. But if you don’t have much time, we recommend this crispy layered mathri shared by the vlogger Parul on her YouTube channel, ‘Cook with Parul.’ This version takes only 10 minutes to make and all you need is maida, ajwain seeds, salt, black pepper powder, ghee and oil. So simple, right? Check out the full recipe here.

2. Paneer Gujiya

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Holi 2023: Paneer Gujiya is a unique savoury version of the famous sweet

You are probably planning to make classic sweet gujiyas or karanjis for Holi. Here’s an idea: keep some of the covering dough aside and use it to make paneer gujiyas. These savoury gujiyas are stuffed with paneer, peas, spices and a little bit of cheese. It’s the perfect dish to enjoy when you’re tired of sweets. What’s more: people will not expect this filling when they bite into the crisp outer layer – so you are sure to make a memorable impression. Click here for the full recipe for Paneer Gujiya.
(Also read: Holi Special: 3 Different Ways of Making Puran Poli At Home)

3. Churumuri

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Holi 2023: This South India bhel dish takes less than 10 minutes to make. Photo Credit: iStock

Another crowd-pleaser on Holi is chaat. You can never go wrong with chaat items because they are so tasty and (usually) quick to put together. This Holi, try making Churumuri or ‘Masala Mandakki.’ This popular South Indian street food is like bhel puri. It doesn’t require any chutney, which makes it the perfect choice when you are in a hurry! All you need to prepare churumuri is puffed rice, roasted peanuts, chillies, onion, tomatoes, coriander leaves, and cumin. Ghee and sev are optional. This yummy dish takes a few minutes to make and will have others craving more. Click here for the full recipe.

4. Tawa Bread Rolls

For many of us, Holi is the time to gorge on fried snacks like pakoras and bread rolls. But are you looking for a non-deep-fried version of these snacks? Whether you are being health conscious or are simply running out of oil, this tawa bread roll recipe is here to save the day. You have to start by following the usual process: stuff bread slices with mashed vegetables (potatoes, onions, carrots, etc) that are seasoned with masala. Next, you have to simply coat them in a cornflour slurry and pan-fry them until golden brown. Click here for the step-by-step recipe

5. Bread Dahi Vada

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Holi 2023: Bread dahi vada is a yummy dish with festive flavours

You may have tried dahi vada and dahi bhalle, but have you tasted bread dahi vada yet? This is a yummy twist on the classic dish and is also very easy to make. While regular dahi vada usually needs urad dal, bread dahi vada uses paneer and bread to make unique vadas. The end result is a melt-in-the-mouth snack that is oozing with flavours and creamy dahi. Click here for the full recipe for Bread Dahi Vada.
Which of these snacks are you going to try first? Let us know in the comments.
(Also Read: Holi 2023: A Fully Prepared Holi Lunch Menu For A Memorable Holi Party)

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These Indian Delicacies Ranked Among Worlds 50 Best Street Foods- Recipes Inside

These Indian Delicacies Ranked Among Worlds 50 Best Street Foods- Recipes Inside

Street food plays a major role in defining the food culture of the country. It is extensive, flavourful and strikes a chord with us every single time. Now, it seems to have caught the fancy of the world too. Recently, some of the most popular dishes from across the country have made it to the list of the best street foods in the world. The Taste Atlas, a travel and food guide platform, recently released its list of 50 ‘Best Street Foods In The World’. And tikka, dosa, chole bhature and Amritsari kulcha proudly made to it. As per the list, tikka has been ranked at the 23rd position, dosa is on the 31st position, while chole bhature and Amritsari Kulcha are on 44 and 49 respectively.

Taste Atlas took to Instagram to share the complete list. “Best street foods in the world according to TasteAtlas audience ratings, current ranking. What’s your favourite,” the caption read.

Find the complete list below:

Also Read: This Indian City Makes It To The 2023 List Of World’s Best Food Destinations

Quite an exciting news, right? Like us, are you too happy to see your favourite dishes on the list of World’s best street foods? If yes, then we have the recipes for you to try at home. Take a look.

How to make tikka at home:

Taste Atlas defines tikka as a dish that consists of “boneless meat, usually chicken, that is cut into smaller pieces and marinated in yogurt and traditional Indian spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, chili, garlic, and ginger. The meat is roasted over charcoal in a tandoor, the traditional cylindrical clay oven.” The website further reads that the dish has an unknown origin, but “it is believed to be an ancient dish that has existed since the discovery of the tandoor oven, which has been used in India for more than 5000 years.” Click here for the recipe of classic chicken tikka.

Also Read: Vada Pav Ranked Among The Best Sandwiches In The World. See Full List

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How to make dosa at home:

Taste Atlas defines dosa as a pancake-like dish that is prepared with soaked rice and black gram beans, “which are ground into a paste and mixed to create a thick batter, usually left to ferment overnight. The mixture is enriched with a handful of fenugreek seeds, which give dosa its distinctive golden brown colour and a delicious, crispy texture.” The website further reads that the origin of this traditional dish is traced back to the first century AD, “when it was first mentioned in Tamil literature”. Click here some of the most popular dosa recipes.

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How to make chole bhature at home:

Chole bhature is a classic combination of two dishes: chole (a spicy chickpea curry) and bhature (a type of fried bread made with maida). “Popular throughout North India, the dish was invented in Delhi in the 1940s,” the website reads. The dish is usually paired with onion, achar, chutney and chilled last. Find here the recipe of North Indian chole bhature.

How to make Amritsari kulcha at home:

“Coming from the North Indian city of Amritsar, Amritsari kulcha is a flatbread stuffed with potatoes, onions, cottage cheese, and spices. The flatbread is commonly garnished with coriander seeds, cilantro, and red chili powder,” the website reads. This dish is a staple in Amritsar, with almost every shop in the city preparing it in large tandoor oven. Click here for the recipe.

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26 Refreshing Spring Cocktail Recipes

26 Refreshing Spring Cocktail Recipes

We’ll reserve the slushes and watermelon margaritas for the height of summertime heat, but spring means it’s time for the light, refreshing spritzes and juleps to shine. Bright and boozy, these spring cocktails are made for the season when there’s plenty to celebrate. They’re ideal for everything from Mother’s Day and Easter brunches to baby and wedding showers—or just celebrating the sunny and mild post-winter weather. Plus, we have plenty of springtime batch drinks to make hosting a breeze. Pop the bubbles and start squeezing lots of lemons for some of our favorite spring cocktails.


Peter Frank Edwards

Blood orange season is from December through April, making this an ideal early spring spritz, but if their tartness isn’t your cup of tea, navel oranges work just as well. Don’t want to waste the bottle of Prosecco? You can easily scale up the recipe for a crowd!



Photography: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

We can thank Ernest Hemingway and his particular cocktail taste for this variation that leans to the stiffer side. It departs from the traditional daiquiri with a touch more sour, a double shot of rum, and the addition of grapefruit and maraschino liqueur for balance.



Jennifer Causey, Prop Stylist Lindsey Lower, Food Stylist Torie Cox

We gave the simple, but trusty mimosa an upgrade. This as-beautiful-as-it-is-delicious twist is one that will be sure to wow your brunch guests, from mothers-in-law to friends alike.



Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

With a 100+ year old history, there’s a reason a French 75 is worthy to be enjoyed year-round. This bright and fresh lemony cocktail topped with rosemary is the perfect blend of gin, lemon juice, and bubbles.



Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Claire Spollen

Mint Juleps and May go hand in hand to celebrate the Kentucky Derby, but we added an extra-Southern twist for a less-boozy version of the classic beverage perfect for sipping all season.



Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Whether you’re poolside or oceanfront, there’s nothing more refreshing than a mint mojito. This garden-fresh cocktail invites the flavor of fresh cucumber.



Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Katie Jacobs

This batch cocktail is perfect for outdoor, springtime gatherings. All you need for this no-fuss recipe is brut rosé champagne, club soda or sparkling water, and elderflower liqueur. For an added detail, use edible flower or fruit infused ice cubes.



Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn

Margaritas are seasonless right? Not quite a paloma, but more than a marg, this tequila-forward cocktail is full of fresh flavors.



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This pretty pink punch is just what the Easter menu was missing. Equally fizzy and fruity, it’ll keep your crowd happy.



Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Ruth Blackburn

This herbaceous sparkling cocktail is made for garden parties and porch sits. Use the clear liquor of your choice for the refreshing, balanced beverage.



Becky Luigart Stayner

Calling all bourbon lovers! Sometimes bourbon doesn’t get the same appreciation in warm weather cocktails, but this simple drink deserves a shining moment. Be sure to rub the cut edge of an orange twist around the glass for a citrus note with every sip.



Jennifer Davick



Welcome spring with this citrusy cocktail with grapefruit and elderflower notes. Pour it in your favorite glass and garnish it with a fresh rosemary sprig and lemon slice.



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This batch cocktail is garden-party ready. Slice cucumbers lengthwise for twirl-able ribbons for a picture-worthy presentation.



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When April rolls around, you know it’s almost time for the Masters Tournament. Get ready for the big week by whipping up this golf-course-inspired pink cocktail made with pineapple juice, lemon, and a splash of grenadine.



Becky Luigart Stayner

The key to this cocktail is to literally smash (or crush) the ice. This aromatic, zesty cocktail made with basil simple syrup tastes as fresh as it looks.



Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Props Stylist: Christina Brockman

This lightened-up margarita made with Topo Chico entered the cocktail scene a few years ago and we can firmly say, it is here to stay—no matter the season.



Hector Sanchez; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

The Tom Collins has been a favored beverage choice for many since the 19th century. While there are tweaks to it here and there, like a sprig of rosemary, none stray too far from its original form—gin, lemon, simply syrup, and club soda.



Katie Jacobs

We created a cocktail that is the best of both worlds for when you can’t choose between a mojito and margarita. For an extra marg touch, salt your rim.



Beth Dreiling Hontzas



Loaded with bourbon, ginger, and bitters, Shoo-Fly Punch is great for any spring party. Ginger beer is the secret ingredient that gives the drink a slight fizz and hint of spicy ginger.



Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Christine Kelly, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee

There’s rarely a time of year a martini isn’t on the menu, and this fresh and tart rendition feels especially like springtime.



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Spring through summer, this golf-course cocktail will be making its name known. With only four simple ingredients—vodka, ginger ale, Concord grape juice, and lime juice—it’s a cinch to make.



Southern Living

No Derby party would be complete without one of the South’s signature cocktails. Though it might have initially been made with rum, you’ll only find bourbon in ours.



Ralph Anderson

Spike the South’s favorite non-alcoholic beverage, which combines iced tea and lemonade, with a splash of bourbon. This batch recipe is easy to make and requires no frills for serving at any backyard celebration.



Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Mary Claire Britton

Weekend brunches wouldn’t be complete without a Bloody Mary bar. With so many add-ins, from celery and pickled okra to bacon and shrimp, it’s hard to go wrong with this complexly spice-and-tomato-forward staple. Except we highly advise going the extra mile with the Bloody Mary bacon salt.



Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Whether you’re serving this effervescent beverage cocktail or mocktail style, the simplicity of it is hard to beat.



Becky Luigart Stayner

We gave a classic bourbon smash an upgrade with earthy sage, sweet maple syrup, and fresh lemon.