As the holidays are going to creep upon us before we know it, I thought I'd share this one to get the festivities going. Don't think of this as a Christmas only drink, but because it has cranberry in it, I generally think of fall. And I thought it would be cute with my GIVEAWAY item, too! {wink!} I enjoy serving up drinks that not only taste good but look good as well. And I thought with the floating cranberries, this made for a cute drink … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Baileys Nespresso
It got cold like in the BLINK of an eye this week, and it felt really pretty good actually. But it was an unexpected feeling, being always in the warm and heat in Oklahoma. And I'm naturally always cold. So today as I was coming up for a cocktail for you, I needed something to keep me warm and toasty, and something easy. In comes this sweet little thing I whipped up for you, the Baileys Nespresso. Lot's to share but I'll get to it next … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Cinnamon Toast Crunch
This treat-like drink had me at hello. First let's just say sugary cereal and milk takes me back to childhood memories of Saturday Morning Cartoons. Who remembers that? Those were the days, weren't they? I came across this simple, tasty treat I couldn't resist trying for myself... not even for you guys! HA! It just sounded way too good. Cinnamon Toast Crunch. um HELLO. TAKE ME BACK! This is a treat type of drink. So if you have … [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: Manmosa
Football season is upon us and even though we're in September, it still doesn't quite feel like fall with 90 degree temperatures. But needless to say, we still are getting in that football fall mode and with that comes tailgating and partying. And beer. So today I'm putting together a tailgating, football party twist on beer. Instead of a Mimosa, let's call this a "Manmosa". Instead of champagne, lets make it with beer. Like a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Mexican Martini
Have you ever had a drink that left you feeling ICK, an experience that you had a LITTLE more than you can handle and now you're scarred for life? LOL! That's the case with margaritas and me. I can't do them any more. Bad college experience left a real bad taste in my mouth let's just say! I had more than I could handle in a short period of time. No bueno. Hence why you see very few margarita-ish cocktails here. I really just can't do … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Cranberry Candy Splash
You've heard the phrase "try before you buy", well I feel that way when it comes to food and drink. I want to hear if something is good or bad before I try it. So if it's yukky, you'll be sure I will NOT be posting it. Even if it LOOKS good but TASTES bad, it won't be here. Pinky promise! So with that being said, I had something else lined up for you today, and I made it before "making it" like I do for the blog, and it was awful! Like … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Frose’
I don't make complicated drinks too often because I don't have time for complicated things in life. I mean, really, who does? Not me! So as I've been hearing about the latest rage in the cocktail world, the Frose', which is fancy for Frozen Rose', I was like well.... I don't have a slushy machine that the restaurants have.... I don't have an ice cream machine because it was one of those gadgets I didn't think I'd ever use... But it turns … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Club Special Twist
We're in the dog days of summer and that calls for something refreshing, light, and classic: the club special. It's made with some simple ingredients that most people have on hand... except for me! HA! I didn't have Sprite, but I DID have Fresca. (wink!) Who doesn't have Sprite but has Fresca???? Me. ... so anyways this has a refreshing twist to the traditional country club favorite. Club Special Twist 1 part … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: National Iced Tea Day
So I'm going to be straight up with you guys. Today my cocktail is a non cocktail. I know. Boring right? Today IS National Iced Tea Day, and frankly, I know #FuzzyFriday is fun with the fuzzies and all, but to be quite frank, I'm just wiped out from lots of goings on this week. Mom taxi... more mom taxi... teens... late nights with teens... and then getting news of some MAJOR lifestyle change because of one of my kids. You'll hear … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Donut Cocktail
Fun fun fun! What a way to kick off the weekend.. National Donut Day! Does it get better than this? I think not! So in honor of National Donut Day, let's us grownups feel like a kid in a grown up way, and have a Donut Cocktail. What do you think? This isn't complicated and is always FUN to enjoy and fun to make. Honestly, anything with sprinkles is fun! Donut Cocktail 1.5-2 oz cake-flavored … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Cherry Beer Margaritas
Happy THREE DAY WEEKEND! Time to officially kick off the summer (even though it's not official till June), school is out (for us) and it's time to have a little downtime, at least that's the goal, right? When I think of Memorial Day Weekend, I think of big family gatherings at big parks... in Oklahoma I think most people think of weekends at The Lake.... I think of days that we are just chilling in the backyard after a morning of cleaning … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Citrus Sunrise
Tis the day of toasting to greatness, wins, things we've overcome. And I'm SUPER excited to have launched The OP Lounge! What is that you say? Read about it HERE, but basically, think of it like this.. if The OP Life gave birth to a community hang out, this is what it would be. If you haven't stopped by to check it out, do! It's fun and informative. Today's concoction is my creation. I combined the orange flavor of Cointreau with … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Limon Fraise
Everywhere I look at the store I'm seeing strawberries in abundance, and big beautiful ones at that. So I decided to take advantage of these sweet, fresh, yummy, healthy (if we can make ourselves feel better that our cocktails are healthy, why not??? HA!) fruits to include in our drinks? And I love nothing more than lemon and berries. All kinds. Lemon and blueberries, lemon and raspberries, and this week, I've created something with lemon … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Purple Rain
Today's cocktail is in honor of the man.... Like... I just can't even. Being a child of the 80's, before cell phones and computers, before any technology, we had boom boxes and music and cassette tapes and real life friend connections. And paper notes. And school dances. And this icon, Prince, who left this earth too soon. He was more than just a singer. He was multi-faceted, multi-talented, in a larger than life way. While life … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Income Tax Martini
April 15th is a day that we can all agree that involves some moaning, some heartburn, some headaches, and usually not a lot of fun. We all know what it means. It means let's give a chunk of money to Uncle Sam. So today's cocktail, The Income Tax Martini, (clever, huh?) is a strong one. Real strong. Good but strong! This classic gin martini has a fruity twist to it. Income Tax Martini 2 ounces gin 1/4 … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Sandy Beaches
Temperatures are rising. And it makes me think of vacation. We've booked our tropical getaway for the summer, but there's much to be done with work until then. So I can't really think too much about it, but still, with the heat, I'm kind of in a tropical mood. Some of my favorite flavors are those of pineapple, coconut, and Midori. So putting it all together, I have this concoction for you. I call it Sandy Beaches. … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Epic Lemon Drop
I'm immersed the next few days at The Epic Conference, one as their official blogger, two, to soak up all this amazing knowledge for my businesses, and three, as a speaker myself. In case you're wondering WHAT in the world am I talking about, you can read about it HERE. So in honor of The Epic Conference, #EPICCON2016, I'm making the hostess' favorite cocktail and declaring the The Lemon Drop be the official cocktail of the conference (with … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Birthday Cake Martini and 20 Things I’d Tell My Younger Self
Today I celebrate my birthday. I'm into my 4th decade of life and I have to say, life is pretty good. I can't complain! Does time fly? YES. We had a little chat about that earlier this week. Remember HERE? So today we're going to have some extra fun here. I'm sharing one of my ABSOLUTE favorite fancy drinks, the Birthday Cake Martini with you. Get the recipe HERE where I first posted it on The OP Life. It's SO good and SO tasty … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Caribbean Martini
Last weekend we had a serious spike in temperatures that prompted me to lay out. That's right. In February! Isn't that crazy? The vitamin D felt so good that it's gotten me a bit excited for the warmer days around the corner. So today I'm sharing a drink that will take us to the tropics. The Caribbean Martini. A simple drink with just a few ingredients (which you already know that's how I like it!), it's blend of mango, coconut and … [Read more...]
