by Renée Stewart-Hester | May 1, 2023 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
A big batch beverage (aka—punch) offers such an easy, serve-yourself option to any adult gathering. This recipe has long been served at our family events, and it’s been a consistent crowd pleaser. Note: With the growing market of nonalcoholic spirits, consider...
by Dan Keegan | Apr 1, 2023 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
Sparkling Punch 1 part Saint Croix Vineyards raspberry infusion 4 parts pineapple juice 2 parts sparkling wine (Cristalino Cava is an affordable sparkling wine with ample bubbles.) fresh raspberries diced pineapple mint leaf, garnish Mix raspberry wine and pineapple...
by Kevin Castellano | Oct 1, 2021 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
It’s time to prep for Halloween and Day of the Dead. This hearty cocktail pairs with colder weather, and it’s also great for entertaining. Shaken or stirred, here we go: Blood and Sand Cocktail ¾ oz. Scotch (Use a blended Scotch for lower proofs and smoother...
by Kevin Castellano | Sep 1, 2021 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
This cocktail is very easy to prepare and non-committal, too, as these ingredients are often available in smaller format bottles, so give it a try. 2 oz. dry vermouth 1 oz. Benedictine (a liqueur flavored with 27 flowers, herbs, roots and spices) 3 dashes of...
by Kevin Castellano | Aug 1, 2021 | Drinks, Noteworthy, Recipes
I’ve chosen another novice-level cocktail for the Dog Days of Summer, and I thought it’d be good to hang onto the last bit of the season with a rum-based cocktail. El Presidente 1.5 oz. light rum (I like Don Q, Puerto Rican rum.) ¾ oz. orange curacao ¾ oz. dry...
