Perfect Sangria, cooling and invigorating recipes for your next summer party!

SANGRIA This delicious cocktail combines the best of summer by infusing wine, summer fruits and soda water. Not only is it one of the most refreshing ways to cool off during the warm summer months, this festive wine “punch” is simple to make and is sure to light up any holiday party.  Traditionally made from red wines, recipes have evolved to include white, Riesling and rosé wines as well. Try these cooling and invigorating recipes for your next summer barbecue or party. INGREDIENTS 1 cup blueberries 1 cup raspberries 1…

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How to make a perfect Daiquiri Cocktail

DAIQUIRI

DAIQUIRI There may be endless varieties of Daiquiri (strawberry Daiquiri being the most famous) but get some good rum and you can’t beat the beautiful simplicity of the original. Type Cocktail Primary alcohol by volume Rum Served Straight up; without ice Standard drinkware Cocktail glass IBA specified ingredients* 4.5 cl (9 parts) white rum 2.5 cl (5 parts) lime juice 1.5 cl (3 parts) simple syrup Preparation Pour all ingredients into shaker with ice cubes. Shake well. Strain in chilled cocktail glass.   A Little Daiquiri History The Daiquiri is…

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Bloody Mary Cocktail Recipe, How to prepare a perfect Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary

BLOODY MARY A Bloody Mary is a cocktail containing vodka, tomato juice, and combinations of other spices and flavorings including Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, piri piri sauce, beef consommé or bouillon, horseradish, celery, olives, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, lemon juice and/or celery salt. IBA Official Cocktail A Bloody Mary garnished with lemon, carrot, celery, and pitted manzanilla olives, served with ice cubes and drinking straws in an Old Fashioned glass Type Mixed drink Primary alcohol by volume Vodka Served On the rocks; poured over ice Standard garnish Celery stalk…

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THE NEGRONI Cocktail Recipe, How to make a perfect Negroni

negroni

THE NEGRONI Type Cocktail Primary alcohol by volume Gin Vermouth Campari Served On the rocks; poured over ice Standard garnish Orange slice Standard drinkware Old Fashioned glass IBA specified ingredients* 3 cl gin 3 cl sweet red vermouth 3 cl campari Preparation Stir into glass over ice, garnish and serve. The Negroni cocktail is made of one part gin, one part vermouth rosso, and one part Campari, garnished with orange peel. It is considered an apéritif.   History While the drink’s origins are unknown, the most widely reported account is…

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Hot Lips: Cocktail Recipe+ Top 25 Cocktails of the World

CHILI CHOCOLATE HOT LIPS THE NO-FRILLS SIPPER  If complicated cocktails aren’t your thing (or you refuse to admit they’re your thing), we’ve got you covered with this three ingredient drink that packs a punch. A simple yet strong combination of Kahlua Chili Chocolate and Vodka, this is a go-to for the seasoned drinker. HOW TO MAKE  1 PART KAHLÚA CHILI CHOCOLATE 1 PART VODKA 3-5 MINT LEAVES Shake all Ingredients with ice, strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass and top with soda. Garnish with a mint sprig. ********************************************************************************************…

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Mind Eraser: Cocktail Recipe

MIND ERASER USE YOUR HEAD! FORGET THE STANDARD MIX, POUR AND DRINK. A few really cool things came out of the 80’s, giant cell phones, massive perms, guilty pleasure music and this 80’s hit. For a unique combination of a shot and a drink: use a straw, start at the bottom and make sure to experience the layers one after the other.  HOW TO MAKE  1 KAHLÚA 1 PART  VODKA 1 PART CLUB SODA Important, fill the glass with ice to the brim. Add Kahlua, then vodka and top off…

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Black Russian: Cocktail Recipe

BLACK RUSSIAN   THE BIG BRO MEET THE BLACK RUSSIAN – THE OLDER BROTHER OF THE WHITE RUSSIAN.                          A MIXTURE OF THE DEEP, RICH, COLOR OF KAHLÚA AND THE UNMISTAKABLE SPIRIT OF ABSOLUT VODKA. Legend has it that the Black Russian was created in 1949, honoring a memorable hostess whose parties were legendary amongst the brightest stars. Create your own legendary moments with this easy to make cocktail. Simple to mix, impossible to forget. THE KAHLÚA RECIPE HOW TO…

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Cuba Libre: Cocktail Recipe

Cuba Libre Simple, delicious and so much more than just a rum and cola, the Cuba Libre probably dates back to 1900, a few months after a new-fangled drink called cola arrived in Cuba. Ingredients 50ml- Rum 125ml- Cola 1wedge(s)-Lime 1- Lime Equipments 1 x-Tall glass 1 x-Ice 1 x-Jigger How to make Fill a tall glass with Ice. Pour in the Rum and cola. To serve, squeeze the lime over the drink and drop in. About this recipe At the time Cuba was under American military rule, in the aftermath of…

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Blue Lagoon: Cocktail Recipe

Blue Lagoon A brilliant, turquoise 1970s classic, the Blue Lagoon may look and sound tropical, but it’s a deliciously tangy, citrus harmony of vodka, blue curaçao and lemonade. Ingredients 50ml- Vodka 25ml- Blue Curaçao Liqueur 150ml- Lemonade 1slice- Lemon Equipments 1 x-Strainer 1 x-Cocktail-Shaker 1 x-Jigger 1 x-Ice How to make Fill a highball glass with cubes of ice. Using a jigger, measure 50ml Vodka and 150ml lemonade into the glass. Stir the mixture until well combined. Drizzle 25ml Blue Curaçao liqueur over the mixture. Using a sharp knife and chopping board, cut a…

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White Russian: Cocktail Recipe

White Russian White Russian is a cocktail made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream served with ice in an Old Fashioned glass. Often milk will be used as an alternative to cream. Main alcohol: Vodka, Coffee liqueur Ingredients: 2/3 oz (2 parts) Coffee liqueur, 1 2/3 oz (5 parts) Vodka, 1 oz (3 parts) Fresh cream Preparation: Pour coffee liqueur and vodka into an Old Fashioned glass filled with ice. Float fresh cream on top and stir slowly. Served: On the rocks; poured over ice Drinkware: Old Fashioned glass ************************************************************************…

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