Tag: Cocktail

Rhubarb Rosé Sangria
May 29, 2026

Rhubarb Rosé Sangria

This rhubarb rosé sangria is an easy summer sangria for a crowd, or just for you and your sweetheart! A rhubarb simple syrup recipe combined with fresh summer fruit and crisp rosé creates the ultimate summer cocktail! Serve it up with frozen, fresh fruit! Prep …

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Moscow Mule
May 27, 2026

Moscow Mule

The Moscow Mule is a crisp, refreshing cocktail known for its bold ginger kick and bright citrus flavor. Served ice-cold, it’s fizzy, zesty, and perfectly balanced an easy to make drink that’s ideal for casual gatherings or a simple, refreshing sip anytime. Prep: 5minutes minutesTotal: 5minutes minutesYield: 1 serving Ingredients Instructions

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Mint Julep
May 14, 2026

Mint Julep

If you only think of mint juleps when it’s Kentucky Derby season, I think that’s a crying (neighing?) shame! Not only does the classic frosty cup and minty flavor provide a cooling freshness on a hot day, but it’s also one of the best low-effort cocktails out there. It’s only 3 ingredients (if you don’t count ice), and the prep couldn’t be simpler. 

Prep Time:3 mins
Total Time:5 mins
Yields:1

Ingredients

  • 1/2 oz. store-bought or homemade simple syrup
  • Fresh mint leaves, plus sprig for garnish
  • 2 oz. bourbon
  • Crushed ice

Directions

Step 1

Into a tin or other tall glass, pour simple syrup. Add mint leaves, then thoroughly muddle until leaves are broken up, their oils are released, and mixture is fragrant.

Step 2

Pour in bourbon and gently stir to combine.

Step 3

Pack glass with crushed ice. Garnish with mint sprig.

What To Serve With A Mint Julep

  • Pimento Cheese: Affectionately known as the “caviar of the South,” pimento cheese is a Southern party staple.
  • Kentucky Hot Brown Sliders: Just like the OG version, these are piled high with turkey breast, cheese sauce, crispy bacon, and juicy slices of tomato, but made extra shareable with slider buns.
  • Bourbon Peach Pie: Double-down on the bourbon vibes by serving this sweet pie alongside your juleps.
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Dirty Margarita
April 27, 2026

Dirty Margarita

Dirty martinis are having a moment, but if you are still trying to train yourself to appreciate them, this dirty margarita will be your gateway cocktail. Olive brine joins tequila, lime, and triple sec for a more mild, slightly sweeter take on the typical cocktail that even the biggest dirty martini …

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White Russian Cocktail
January 10, 2026

White Russian Cocktail

Wondering what’s in a white Russian? The Big Lebowski was onto something with this creamy coffee-flavored cocktail. A healthy dose of vodka in the mix assures that ‘the dude abides. Prep Time:5 minsServings:1 Ingredients Directions Step1 Gather the ingredients. Step 2 Fill an old-fashioned glass …

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BA’s Best Shrimp Cocktail
November 22, 2019

BA’s Best Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp cocktail is all about the shrimp: big, fat, perfectly cooked gorgeous shrimp. We think 16–20 per pound are the perfect size, and that’s what this recipe was developed for (the size will be printed on the bag the shrimp are packaged in, or ask your fishmonger). If you end up with a different size, just follow these guidelines: For 26–30, poach 1½ minutes; for 21–25, poach 2 minutes; for 13–15, poach 4 minutes; for 8–12, poach 5 minutes. Proceed as written with the rest of the recipe!

INGREDIENTS:

Shrimp

  • ¼ cup Diamond Crystal or 2 Tbsp. plus 2 tsp. Morton kosher salt
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 lemons
  • 1 lb. jumbo shell-on shrimp, deveined

Cocktail Sauce and Assembly

  • 1 cup chili sauce (preferably Heinz)
  • ¾ tsp. finely grated lemon zest
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. prepared horseradish
  • 2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • ¾ tsp. hot sauce (preferably Tabasco)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

RECIPE PREPARATION

Shrimp

  • Scoop 8 cups ice into a large bowl; set aside. Combine salt, sugar, and 6 cups water in a large saucepan. Cut lemons in half, squeeze juice into pot, and toss in lemon halves. Bring liquid to a boil, stirring to dissolve salt and sugar, then remove pot from heat. Add shrimp and poach, uncovered, 3½ minutes.
  • Immediately add reserved ice to saucepan to rapidly chill the liquid and stop the cooking. Let shrimp sit in ice bath 10 minutes. Drain, pat dry, and peel. Pat dry again. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • Do Ahead: Shrimp can be poached and peeled 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
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Cocktail Sauce and Assembly

  • Mix chili sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, horseradish, pepper, and hot sauce in a small bowl. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • Serve shrimp on cracked ice with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce alongside.

Do Ahead: Sauce can be made up to 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.

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