Hello, weekend! It's time for #FuzzyFriday! Today I'm sharing a twist on a traditional classic, the Tom Collins. I'm incorporating fresh basil into a homemade syrup to bring on that fresh flavor. I personally love to make my simple syrups at home, and this was so refreshing and delicious. I always keep fresh basil on my windowsill in a coffee mug of all places! It's kinda goofy but I don't mind it. … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Lucatini – Luca, Grand Cayman
One of the fun parts of traveling is trying fun signature cocktails from amazing restaurants on my journeys. I've shared some in the past before. You can see a few HERE and HERE. Today I'm sharing the Lucatini, from one of my favorite restaurants in Grand Cayman; Luca. https://youtu.be/xfiNqWQSiPA The Lucatini 2 parts vodka 1 part Aperol 1 part Passion Fruit Liquor Prosecco Shake the first three ingredients in a shaker … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Birthday Cake Martini and Birthday Reflections
It's birthday week in my life... March 1st, my son had a birthday, and it's the same day my daughter launched her business. That was four years ago. So these two had some milestones this week. Tomorrow is mine. I celebrate another year older. Time REALLY does fly. As my young brain was photographing this cocktail, it was as I was almost done that I noticed the camera said NO SD CARD. So... this is the … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Crockpot Hot Cocoa, Peppermint Patty
First of all, on top of being a busy time of year, I'm launching my FIRST program on finishing your year strong. We can talk more about that on Monday. (pssssst! If you're already a part of The OP Lounge, you know about it!) So that has been all time consuming for me. What we really need is to pop the cork, have some champagne and celebrate this new phase in my business!!! And then I thought about what I wanted to serve up this weekend to … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Salted Caramel Eggnog
If you're looking for a drink that's more of a dessert, this will suit your fancy. And if salted caramel is your thing, then this REALLY is for you! Salted caramel eggnog.... oh ya..... Just be careful to not let the kids have this one because they will totally be trying to sneak a sip. It looks THAT good! Salted Carmel Eggnog caramel sauce, warmed 4 oz. eggnog 1 oz. spiced rum sea salt … [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: 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...]
Fuzzy Friday: Peppermint Patty
Sometimes we create the best things by accident. That's what happened with this drink. I was trying to be mom of the year and bought some flavored milks, along with the flavored egg nog (like I did last week when I shared with you the Pumpkin Pie Martini recipe HERE). I had never seen Mint Chocolate milk before. Have you? So I picked it up and away I went. After another trip soon thereafter to the store when I stumbled across … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Pumpkin Pie Martini
Ok. I just have to say SOOOOOO good. Thanksgiving might have passed yesterday, but that doesn't mean that pumpkin treats need to end. This festive and OH so easy drink can be used in place of dessert. It's been a while since I've posted something on the fancier side, but I was in the mood. I have a LOT to be thankful for and lot's to celebrate. If you read my news yesterday HERE, things with my dad could have been worse. I said this … [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: Fall Harvest Vodka
Like fashion, I like two extremes of cocktails, in case you haven't figured out by now. One, I like things pretty fancy, meaning let's do something different, line the rim with something creative, and make it bling. Or two, I like things as simple and easy as they get, just throwing something together really fast. Well, this SUPER yummy drink is part one and two. Yes, it's only 3 ingredients and SUPER easy to throw together, but one of these … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Birthday Cake Martini
Birthday Cake Martini. Ok... Birthday Cake PLUS a cocktail? That sounds too good to be true. Well, April kinda gets me all excited because it marks the start of The OP Life. And this year, The OP Life turns 3! I can't believe how time flies when we're having fun. Wow! So in honor of the birthday month of the blog, you'll see sprinkles of birthday things here, there. And today, on Fuzzy Friday, because we like to end the work week … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Blood Orange Blast
When you live OP, you prioritize everything you do. Sometimes things shift around and don't always go as planned. That's ok. We BREATHE and know being flexible is the best thing that we can be in life. This time of year, holiday parties and all the trimmings that go into it take front and center stage. Not to mention, when it rains it pours. In a good way! {I'll be sharing more on this in the coming weeks! wink!} So, what do we do when it … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Butterscotch Cocoa
I hope everyone had an wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, enjoying it with family, friends, resting, celebrating, whatever was best for you in your world. And today, I say let the festivities continue with a warm fuzzy cocktail. This was inspired by some yumminess I had at A Taste Of Western a few months ago. I HAD to recreate it, or at least come close to it! It's perfect after a long day of shopping in the brisk cool air, coming back home to … [Read more...]
Cocktails: Raspberry Spritzer Crush
Since today IS hump day, and if you're feeling kinda in a slump, AND if you're a cocktails kinda person, then this might get you out of your hump-day-slump. Truth being said, I'm not much of a drinker, even though a few drinks make me feel good especially in good company. But in all honesty, I really don't like the way my body reacts to them for the most part. I usually swell up and retain water or get headaches. No fun. And, I learned … [Read more...]
