Spicy Paloma Cocktail
A grapefruit and tequila cocktail with jalapeno simple syrup, ice, and plain sparkling water. The syrup is a separate batch; only one ounce goes in the glass.
Drinks
Homemade Rhubarb Simple Syrup
A tart-sweet rhubarb syrup made by simmering stalks, straining the liquid, and dissolving sugar. Optional vanilla, ginger, or mint adds a second flavor.
Strawberry Colada Smoothie
A cold fruit-and-yogurt smoothie with a pineapple coconut base swirled with a separate strawberry puree.
Lemon Drop Martini
A large lemon-and-vodka cocktail with orange liqueur and measured simple syrup, shaken cold and served without the shaking ice.
Pineapple Orange Rum Cocktail
A fruit-juice rum drink with coconut rum, spiced rum, orange liqueur, and a small grenadine finish.
Homemade Peach Lemonade
A fresh pitcher drink made by blending and straining peaches with lemon and sugar, then diluting with cold water.
Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix with Powdered Milk
Homemade hot cocoa mix combines dry milk, unsweetened cocoa, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a pantry-ready blend. Stir a measured scoop into hot water whenever you want a mug, and adjust the strength to your taste.
Classic Mexican Horchata
Classic Mexican horchata is a chilled rice drink flavored with cinnamon and vanilla. This milk-based version is sweetened to taste and served over ice, with an overnight refrigerator soak before blending and straining.
Raspberry Cosmopolitan
Shake a raspberry cosmopolitan with vodka, raspberry liqueur, cranberry, and lime. Learn measuring, chilling, and straining tips for one cocktail.
Strawberry Margarita
The Strawberry Margarita is a delicious twist on the classic margarita. This refreshing drink combines the sweetness of strawberries with…