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How to Make a Classic Mint-Julep for Derby Day
My in-laws are in the horse-raising-and-racing business. It's a crazy, thrilling, and totally risky trade, but they absolutely love it. And I can understand why... The animals are stunning, the tracks are buzzing, and the races themselves are edge-of-your-seat exciting. One thing ...read more
Conversation Hearts Vodka and Martini
We're totally in the Valentine's Day spirit and after seeing Conversation Hearts in just about every store we've been in lately we knew we needed to infuse some vodka with this traditional Valentine candy. Then, of course, we whipped up an easy Conversation Heart Martini to sip ...read more
Hot Toddy recipe
Does it seem like cold and flu season gets worse every year? Maybe it's because my preschooler loves to share his germs (not that he likes to share anything else), but this year seems exceptionally bad. And, inevitably, what the kiddos get, mom gets. I do my best to keep our ...read more
A Friendsgiving Bourbon Cocktail
Who's hosting a Friendsgiving fete this year? I love the idea of gathering my girls for a night of food, fun, and drinks. I'm grateful to have a bunch of besties and I'd love to show my love through delicious delights and savory surprises. Our custom Friendsgiving Bourbon ...read more
Witches Brew Punch
My neighborhood goes big on Halloween. There are parties, gatherings, parades, and scary-awesome celebrations that go on for weeks. There are kid-friendly festivities and grown-up dinner parties, frightfully fun desserts and kooky-spooky cocktails. It's a blast. But, this year, I ...read more
Fun Fizzy Paloma Cocktail To Keep You Cool This Summer
Have you ever tried a Paloma? If not, you should the first chance you get. Its layered pink fizzy yumminess should be enjoyed by all at least once. And, with National Tequila Day coming up the 24th, it's the perfect reason to whip up a batch of Paloma's and catch up with your ...read more
Favorite Summer Cocktail Strawberry-Banana Daiquiri
The most amazing time of year is here. Yep, I'm talking about strawberry season! Here in the south, even though it has been a bit rocky this year with the weather, the strawberries are coming into season. Related: Watermelon slush cocktail recipe The roadside stands are popping ...read more
March Madness Party Ready Recipes
Being married to a former college ball player means March Madness is kind of a big deal in our house. He may have gone the baseball route when it came to his pro career, but basketball is still one of his first loves, so you can bet that the tournament is on from start to finish ...read more
A Champagne Ginger-Beer Cocktail to Welcome Spring
Spring is finally just around the corner! (Can I get a "hallelujah?!") T-minus four days until the Vernal Equinox is here, and I couldn't be more excited for the milder temps, sunnier forecasts, and breezier afternoons. We had a little sneak peek of spring yesterday in the New ...read more
Whip Up a Strawberry Dream Margarita
Tomorrow is National Margarita Day... and, bonus, it's also Friday (after a looooong and cold holiday week at home with the littles off from school.) And, so, we say there is more than one reason to celebrate with a special tequila drink. But this is not your average marg recipe. ...read more
Three Delightful Valentine's Day Cocktails
Cupid's cocktails--that's what I'm calling these three delicious drink recipes. Sweet, bright, and PINK, they'll surely inspire feelings of fuzzy love and buzzy delight come Valentine's Day. Whether you're planning a Galentine's dinner or romantic tête-à-tête with your plus-one, ...read more
Blackberry Sage Gin and Tonic
Summer is all about slowing down and spending time with family and friends. Cookouts reign supreme during this sweltering season, but sometimes, parties are more formal. And what better than a classy craft cocktail for your more intimate dinner parties. This blackberry sage gin ...read more
A Frozen Mai Tai To Celebrate National Mai Tai Day
Do you have a favorite frozen cocktail? Do you prefer sugary sweet cocktails or cocktails where other flavors come through? If you love frozen cocktails and a lovely balanced flavor where the rum shines through, this frozen Mai Tai cocktail is for you. Related: Paloma cocktail ...read more
Blue Heat Wave: The Perfect Independence Day Cocktail
Can you believe the Fourth of July is almost here? Time is progressing so quickly I can hardly believe it myself. And what does the upcoming holiday mean? It means you need a good Independence Day cocktail. It's all about the cookouts and cocktails! And this summer cocktail is ...read more
Watermelon Slush Cocktail
Watermelon season is here and I, for one, am ecstatic. We all adore watermelon, and it has to be one of my absolute favorite fruits. Hence, today's watermelon slush cocktail. Related: Sparkling rosé summer sangria cocktail recipe Watermelon Slush Cocktail The juicy sweet taste ...read more
Tequila Sunrise Cocktail
Sometimes you just want a reliable classic. Something you know will be wonderful and will deliver every time. Whether we are discussing a delicious classic meal such as a French beef bourguignon or a classic cocktail like a tequila sunrise, they have stood the test of time for a ...read more
Tropical Refresher Pineapple Cocktail Recipe
Memorial Day weekend is approaching--the unofficial start of the summer season. Time to invite over guests for good food, great drinks, and alfresco entertaining. A signature cocktail is always a hit at your start-of-summer soiree, and this delightfully punchy and palatable drink ...read more
Strawberry-Basil Margarita
Happy Cinco de Mayo 2018! To celebrate I whipped up a delicious twist on the traditional margarita cocktail. Today's version features juicy strawberries and fragrant basil. One of my favorite flavor combos for a sweet and refreshing drink (alcoholic or not). How do you celebrate ...read more
Tropical Cooler
When it's warm outside and the sun is shining, I seem to long for a cold, fruity, and refreshing cocktail. Anyone else? This week's cocktail certainly fits that description, and with the coconut water, it is super light too! Be careful though; these are so delish that you could ...read more
Strawberry Bourbon Smash Cocktail Recipe
Can you believe it will be Valentine's day in a few more days? It seems like this year is progressing at light's speed. Do you have your plans set for this year's Love Day? I'm not sure what my husband has planned. Not that I'm supposed to, of course. Related: Bourbon slush ...read more
The Winter Mule Cocktail
Alas, the holidays are over and the New Year has begun. Anyone else feeling a little conflicted? I love a fresh slate to start a new year, but I love the holidays as well. Oh well, everything has its season. And this season is undoubtedly winter! It's a frigid 9 degrees outside ...read more
3 End-of-Summer Cocktails
Put down that pumpkin spice latté. Fall doesn't officially arrive for another 21 days--what's the rush? Before we pick apples at the orchard and break out our favorite boot, let's enjoy these last few fleeting days and weeks of summer. And what better way to celebrate the ...read more
A Simple and Refreshing Vodka Cocktail Recipe
I can not believe that I am saying this, because it is so hard to fathom, but summer is winding down. For many families, the school year has already begun! For more cocktails ideas, try this simple Vodka Watermelon cocktail at Take Time for Style. Fall is quickly approaching but ...read more
3 Green Cocktails to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Time to start planning! St. Patrick's Day is coming soon, so today we're helping you get prepared for celebrating that little bit of Irish in you (everyone is a little Irish on St. Paddy's Day, right?) with three green cocktails to serve to your fellow revelers. So dream up a fun ...read more