Happy Fuzzy Friday! Feeling the feels of fall, yet dealing with warm temps in Oklahoma. So I pulled together a classic "manly" combination of flavors, bourbon, and coke, and threw in a twist of fall flavors with orange and cranberry. The result? A fall bourbon cocktail that's kinda sexy. I'm calling this a fall bourbon mixer. Fall Bourbon Mixer Bourbon Coke Cranberry juice Orange … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Pumpkin Spice Latte
I feel that crispness in the air and I know tis the season for pumpkin spice everything, and what better way then to cozy up to a warm Pumpkin Spice Latte at home, without going through a drive-through, that has a bit of that kick that we need at the end of the week? And if you're looking for a cocktail to serve up on those cold nights to friends around the fire, this could be the one! Pumpkin … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Caramel Apple Mule
Fall flavors are in full swing as cooler weather has finally hit home. Pulling together the feels of a Moscow Mule and adding the flavors of the season with apple cider and caramel. Caramel Apple Mule 1.5 oz Absolut vodka 0.5 oz caramel syrup 1 oz apple cider ginger beer Shake all ingredients with ice. Strain into a wooden mug over ice, top with ginger beer. Garnish with … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Caramel Popcorn Old Fashioned
You know every so often I get a wild hair and when I travel, I get the bartender to make me their signature cocktail to share with all of you. Such is the case for today's drink. I snatched up the darling Amba from Seven at The Ritz Carlton in Grand Cayman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qD3105dkioM Caramel Popcorn Old Fashioned Caramel Popcorn Infused Bourbon* Scotch Salted Caramel Syrup** Dash of Orange Bitters In a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Fireball Apple Slushies
Tis the season for fall cocktails. Officially into November, we're in full swing of the scents and flavors of pumpkin pie, apple pie, sugar and spices and everything oh so nice. This 2 ingredient libation (ice doesn't count!) tastes like a cold apple pie slushie, but it's potent. Serve this up at your next fall gathering. Fireball Apple Slushie 1 c. ice 1 c. apple cider 1/4 c. Fireball In a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday – Apple Cider Mimosa
As the fall seems to be getting underway, so does the activities and events. Is it just me or is the fall your busiest season of the year? It is for me. With kids sports, kids school stuff, and just other things happening as life has it, the pace has been picked up. There isn't time for fancy pants extravagant cocktail making time when it comes to entertaining. So this Apple Cider Mimosa might be just what you could be looking for. So … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Frenchy
I don't know why I'm feeling Frenchy, but I am. I took those pictures on vacation a couple of summers ago in Paris (pre fancy camera!). Yesterday I posted about the Parisian doors (see that HERE). Today I'm sharing a Parisian drink. The Frenchy. Clever, huh? I didn't make it up, but it DOES put good use out of that fancy pear vodka we used a few weeks ago, remember HERE? Well, with a simple change of one of the juices, bam, we have a whole … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Caramel Apple Martini
September is here and I can't help myself. Is it just me or are you just SOOOOOO ready for fall too? I know I'm jumping the gun a bit. In fact, I really should have shared a END TO SUMMER cocktail being that it's all labor day weekend, but I love the scents of fall, the warm colors of fall, the flavors of fall. So Labor Day or not, I'm kicking off fall right here baby! Let's do it, shall we? So..... Caramel apple.... mmmmmmm.... … [Read more...]
