Beverages + Cocktails

If you’re a fan of the classic French 75, you’re going to LOVE this Raspberry French 75! It’s a little sweeter, a little fruitier, and perfect for any occasion. The original French 75 is a refreshing blend of gin, champagne, lemon, and simple syrup, but adding muddled raspberries gives this version an extra burst of …

How to whip up the most simple and delicious Cold Brew Espresso Martini in minutes at home without an espresso machine! This classic cocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings, a boozy brunch, getting the party started, or an evening pick-me-up. With just three equal parts of smooth and silky cold brew, rich Kahlua, and vanilla …

If you’ve seen my recent cocktail reel, you know exactly why my DMs are full right now. Everyone is asking about the powder I used, the stencil, and the cocktail recipe itself, so I wanted to get everything in one place. This is such an easy way to elevate a drink for parties, holidays, or …

Champagne Jello Shots are a fun, festive party favorite and especially popular for New Year’s Eve celebrations. This recipe comes straight from my archives, originally published back in 2016, and it’s still one of my favorite party ideas. These are easy to make, great for entertaining, and always the first thing to disappear at a …

A classic Christmas Moscow Mule with a delicious and festive twist, this cocktail is perfect for spreading holiday cheer at your next gathering or sipping fireside. Slightly sweet and slightly tangy, this drink is easy to whip up with just a few ingredients. Serve in copper mugs garnished with fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs! Christmas …

This Apple Cider Moscow Mule is one of my favorite fall cocktails to make when the weather finally cools off and apple cider season kicks in. It is slightly sweet, slightly spicy, and comes together with just a handful of simple ingredients: vodka, fresh apple cider, lime juice, and ginger beer. Poured over ice in …

The Winter White Cosmo is one of my go-to cocktails for the holiday season. Made with vodka, orange liqueur, fresh lime simple syrup, and white cranberry juice, it’s crisp, slightly tart, and perfectly festive. It’s the kind of drink that feels fancy enough for a holiday party but simple enough to mix up anytime! Perfect …

If you’re looking for a cocktail that combines cozy vibes with a little extra warmth, this Chai Martini (or “Chai-tini”) is exactly what you need. With the creamy richness of Baileys, the smoothness of vanilla vodka, and the warm spices of chai tea concentrate, this cocktail is basically a hug in a glass. It’s perfect …

An autumn-inspired French 75 with vodka that requires just a few ingredients and is elegant yet simple to make! Technically, yes, it’s a French 76, but we’re not here for technicalities; we’re here for something seasonal, citrusy, and gorgeous enough to impress your guests. The cinnamon simple syrup adds a cozy fall vibe without being …

This lavender lemonade cocktail is truly the most perfect summer beverage for sipping poolside, at the beach, or serving at large summer gatherings. It’s sweet, zesty, delightfully floral, and easy to make for a large crowd. And it only requires a few ingredients. The secret to this cocktail…is using Chick-fil-A lemonade. And we’re taking this …

I recently set up the easiest (and most fun) spritz bar on my porch for my summer mahjong pool party with girlfriends, and honestly, it was such a vibe and everyone LOVED it. Our cocktail station included everything needed to make Hugo, Aperol, and Limoncello spritzes, and since it was self-serve, guests could easily customize …

This isn’t just any margarita—it’s the classic 4-3-2-1 Margarita, and once you have this recipe, it’s the base for all margaritas. The perfect mix: 4 parts tequila, 3 parts lime juice, 2 parts Cointreau, and 1 part agave. That’s all you need. It’s simple, but it nails that tart, sweet, and bold flavor combo every …