Posts Tagged ‘margarita’

Scream Bloody Margaritas
When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. When life gives you blood oranges, you make these delicious Bloody Margaritas, then get your monster mash on. A Halloween party just isn’t complete without these festive citrus-y cocktails on the menu. Not only are they unique in flavor thanks to the taste of sweet and tangy blood orange juice, they also look the part with their natural deep-red color. No costume necessary for these bad boys -... Read More
Tequila Guide: Getting Beyond the Shot Glass
Pretty much everyone has a tequila story, and many of them do not have happy endings. That’s what happens when you throw back a few shots of the stuff – which is how partiers have long imbibed this agave-based spirit. Well, it’s time to move beyond those crazy college shindigs and take another look at the liquor. There are many artisanal labels rolling out these days, and they can be enjoyed in cocktails or even sipped with a few cubes of... Read More
7 Best Celebrity Owned Liquors
Rappers, film stars and former hockey players dabble in the booze-making business. Celebrities leverage their personalities to do everything from produce movies to sell clothing, but did you know that a few of them actually own their own brands of booze? From reality TV stars to favorite actors from the ’80s—check out the list below to see what celebs will get you tipsy. 1. Dan Aykroyd’s Crystal Head Vodka Ever seen that bottle of vodka... Read More
Spicy Pineapple Margarita
The perfect cocktail trifecta, as far as I’m concerned, is a mix of salty, spicy and sweet. This Spicy Pineapple Margarita fulfills every aspect. And, because it’s January and I’m in healthy-pants mode, I’m pleased that the pineapple is so naturally sweet that no simple syrup is needed! The heat in this cocktail comes from fresh jalapeno pepper. The nice thing is that the heat level is fully customizable.  Want less heat?  Use f... Read More
Ocean Margarita Jelly Shots
This recipe brings back such fun memories! It was one of three created for a wonderful local magazine last spring, and this little article led to a lot of really nice things for my blog, Jelly Shot Test Kitchen.  Not the least of which was JSTK’s relationship with Tablespoon.com!  A Betty Crocker blogger saw the Ocean Margarita recipe, cooked up a batch, and a few weeks and a conference call later, a wonderful friendship was born.  Sigh . .... Read More
Classic Summer Sippers
As summer temperatures start to climb, nothing cools you down like the perfect summer cocktail. These classic cocktails keep the flavor light, but they still contain a nice nip of booze. Because what’s a picnic on a beautiful summer day without a little buzz, thank you very much? Mix these ditties up if you’re hosting guests on your patio, bringing a pitcher to watch the fireworks, or just cooling down on a toasty day. Watermelon Margarita... Read More