Mater’s Adult Butterbeer

Description I’ve tried a couple of butterbeer recipes I found online, and they all were either so sweet they made me sick or they had oily butter in them that made me sick. I opted for a simplified version that tasted a little bit like less-sickly butterscotch and was strong enough to slightly inebriate something … Read more

Orange Glorious II

Description Frozen orange beverage that tastes just like the one in the mall! You have got to try it! This can be frozen and enjoyed as an Italian ice as well! Ingredients 1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate 1 cup milk 1 cup water ½ cup white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 12 … Read more

Yankee Mint Julep

Description It is my own personal recipe; it is not in any recipe book. Ingredients 6 fresh mint leaves, or more to taste 1 fluid ounce Kentucky bourbon 2 teaspoons maple syrup ice, or as needed 4 fluid ounces lemonade, or to taste 1 sprig fresh mint 1 lemon wedge Prep Time: 10 mins Total … Read more

Southern Addiction Mint Julep

Description A mint julep with a twist. If you don’t have enough room in your glass for 2.5 ounces of sweet tea, just top it off. Ingredients 2 tablespoons simple syrup 10 fresh mint leaves ½ cup crushed ice, or as needed 2 fluid ounces peach-flavored bourbon liqueur (such as Southern Comfort ®) 1 ½ fluid … Read more

Basil Cucumber Smash

Description Crushed ice, and plenty of it, is key to this and other smashes. It’s what, in pre-freezer days, made this cocktail style seem so very indulgent. Ingredients 3 slices cucumber, plus more for garnish 3 basil leaves, plus more for garnish 1 ½ teaspoons superfine sugar 1 ½ fluid ounces vodka 1 cup crushed ice Instructions … Read more

Kuwaiti Traditional Tea

Description This is the typical tea you will find in regular housed in Kuwait. Its deliciously aromatic and the spices give it a rich taste. Ingredients 1 ½ cups water 2 whole cardamom pods, broken 1 pinch saffron powder 2 tea bags 1 teaspoon white sugar (Optional) Instructions Combine the water saffron and cardamom in a … Read more

Wedding Day Punch

Description A colorful punch that is not only great for weddings but wedding and baby showers also! I use this one a lot because it is tasty and simple to prepare, just read the instructions and you’ll see what I mean. can be doubled easily! Ingredients 3 (64 fluid ounce) bottles orange juice 3 (46 … Read more

Spicy Lemon Ginger Switchel

Description This haymaker’s punch is an old-timey favorite that’s basically just a refreshing, palate-cleansing, vinegary, and thirst-quenching sipping drink. Pour over ice and enjoy! Ingredients 1 cup water 2 tablespoons unfiltered apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 4 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper Prep Time: 10 … Read more

Creamy Ice Coffee

Description Cold coffee mixed with milk, half-and-half, and chocolate liqueur. Serve over ice. Ingredients 1 ½ quarts brewed coffee, room temperature 1 cup milk 1 cup half-and-half cream ⅓ cup white sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons creme de cacao Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 4 hrs 30 mins Servings: … Read more

Sparkling Mojitos by the Pitcher

Description Most mixed drink recipes are for individual drinks but this recipe is great for a small group. When I need to mix the recipe in advance, I mix everything but the sparkling water, which can be added right before serving. It’s a delicious and refreshing recipe, perfect for a summer dinner party or back … Read more