christmas · Drinks

Mulled Wine {A cozy, warm holiday drink}

Last year at Christmas, my friend brought over Swedish Glögg.  Have you ever had it? This warm, spiced wine was so cozy and delicious that it stole my holiday loving heart the moment I tasted it.  This was my introduction to warmed wine type things. Fast forward to this Halloween, I was watching my favorite movie… Continue reading Mulled Wine {A cozy, warm holiday drink}

Breakfast · Drinks · Healthy and Delicious

Whole 30 Mocha

So, before all the Whole 30 Sherrifs come on here and yell at me, I will state for the record that I am well aware that this recipe is what the Hartwigs would call “sex with your pants on. ” In fact, it’s so rich, frothy, and creamy and seems so much like you’re drinking… Continue reading Whole 30 Mocha

christmas · Drinks

Homemade Eggnog

First, I apologize for the crappy phone picture.  A certain two and a half year old who shall not be named somehow locked my camera into a non-locking drawer of our entertainment center, and I cannot get the thing out!  It’s a weekend job for my poor husband.  But I digress. I remember the two… Continue reading Homemade Eggnog

Drinks · Fall (Halloween & Thanksgiving)

Homemade "Bailey’s" Irish Cream

Did you know that you can make your own Bailey’s Irish Cream at home, and that all it takes is some ingredients you probably already have in your house, some Whiskey, and a blender? Oh, and did you know that if you make your own, depending on the Whiskey you purchase, it costs about $8… Continue reading Homemade "Bailey’s" Irish Cream

Drinks

Blended Margarita Mojito

As I have said before, my husband and I like to enjoy a cocktail together every evening after he gets home from work.  Our throw-back to the 1950’s nightly tradition has me constantly trying all kinds of new drinks.  This creation was absolutely delicious.  Part margarita, part mojito with fresh mint from our garden, part… Continue reading Blended Margarita Mojito

Drinks

Strawberry Lemon Drops

Strawberry Lemon Drop I love, love, love lemon drops.  Recently, I was introduced to something even better– the strawberry lemon drop. Basically the normal ingredients for a lemon drop are shaken up with fresh strawberries and the result is absolutely glorious. I urge you to give it a try.  I made mine with citrus flavored Vodka,… Continue reading Strawberry Lemon Drops