Drink of the Week
Most likely when you’re at the bar you order up the usual, the same ol’ beer or Windsor Coke. The bartender doesn’t even ask you what you want anymore. Well, my friends, I challenge you: Do something daring! Take a chance! Be bold! HAVE THE DRINK OF THE WEEK for God’s sake!
2-Point Play
With the NFL and College football back in full swing, here is a great simple recipe to enjoy while watching the big game! Enjoy! 2-Point Play 1 part DeKuyper Pucker Sour Apple Schnapps 1 part ABSOLUT vodka Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with an apple wedge.
After Work Special
As I’m sure you’re all aware, Labor Day is upon us; Americans are given this day to relax and do nothing for busting their tails day after day, week after week. This week’s drink is dedicated to all of those who work hard for a living and need a little ‘relief.’ After Work Special 3 [...]
Almost Heaven
To celebrate the warm weather the Iron Range has FINALLY receive, how about a nice tropical drink to remind you that summer is almost here? Because to we northern Minnesotans, summer is ALMOST HEAVEN! 1 – 1/4 oz Absolut® Kurant vodka 3/4 oz amaretto almond liqueur 3/4 oz Chambord® raspberry liqueur 1 splash pineapple juice [...]
American Pie
This drink not only tastes delicious, but made correctly, the drink looks beautiful layers of red, white and blue. I think if you offered your friends this one at your 4th of July BBQ, they’d think you are so cool….Enjoy and happy 4th! 1 tsp grenadine syrup 2 oz vodka 1/3 sweet and sour mix [...]
Anna’s Summer Shot
I’m not sure who Anna is, but she sure created a refreshing shot just perfect for hot summer days! 1 oz. Absolut Ruby Red Vodka 1/4 oz. Sprite Splash Grapefruit Juice Splash Orange Juice Splash Sweet & Sour Combine everything in a shaker and shake vigorously with ice. Pour into a shot glass. Shoot, repeat. [...]
Apple Cinnamon Turnover
When it gets cold outside, it’s the comfort food that always warms me up! Although you can’t eat thish turnover, I’m guessing just the taste will make you feel all cozy inside. Apple Cinnamon Turnover 4 oz Goldschlager® cinnamon schnapps 2 cups apple sauce 4 oz orange juice Build ingredients in a highball glass with [...]
Beer!
In honor of opening deer hunting here in Minnesota, I thought I’d put the most popular drink for the guys at the good ol’ hunting shack. I starting thinking that Ive never looked up the definition of beer and got curios. So, here it is: Beer is the world’s oldest and most widely consumed alcoholic beverage and the third [...]
Blackberry Vodka Collins
I don’t know about you, but I just love fusion vodkas! If you want to impress your friends add a new twist to this “Collins” cocktail. The ‘simple syrup’ can be made easily at home; hence, the name. 2 oz Three Olives® Berry Vodka 2 slices limes 3 fresh blackberries 1 oz simple syrup 1 [...]
Bloody Blood Orange Margarita
Halloween is one of the biggest Holidays for Parties, and that means cocktails! Here’s a Halloween cocktail you’ll want to drink any time of year! Blood oranges give the drink its red color, but this is no novelty cocktail. So if you want to stay away from the dyes and syrupy red stuff, this is a [...]
Bloody Brew
I am one who absolutly loves a Bloody Mary.. It has helped me many mornings when you have to go back to the dog that bit you the night before, just to feel “normal!” Well this is the best way to do it! Who needs the schnit of beer off to the side? With the [...]
Blueberry Freeze
It’s blueberry pickin’ season here on the Iron Range. And the chances are, you may want to make more than just pie and pancakes with your fresh berries. After all the hard work out in the field, you may need a refreshing frozen drink to not only cool you off, but probably relieve some sunburn. [...]
Candy Cane Swirl
Holiday parties are right around the corner. If you’re a martini lover, I think you’ll enjoy this candy-cane inspired cocktail. Ingredients: 1 oz. SKYY® Infusions Raspberry 3 oz. Red Cranberry juice 0.5 oz. Grenadine 0.5 oz. Grenadine Lemon Lime soda How to make a Candy Cane Swirl Rim martini glass with crushed candy cane. Combine SKYY Vodka, [...]
Caribou Lou
From Drinksmixer.com: “Referenced in the song “Caribou Lou” by rapper Tech N9ne where he sings about it – “…151 rum, pineapple juice, and malibu, caribou, get them all numb…”. The directions are included in the song also but are scaled to a unknown jug quantity. Therefore mix as you please but remember it’s the 151 [...]
Chocolate Milk Martini
If you are a chocolate milk lover like I am, then you will absolutely love this drink! It has a great flavor of chocolate milk, so be careful, it may sneak up on you!! Enjoy!! Chocolate Milk Martini 1 1/2 oz. Vodka 1 1/2 oz. Chocolate Milk (I made mine using half & half and [...]
Christmas Martini
There’s nothing complicated about creating this festive cocktail; it only contains three ingredients. This holiday martini shines purely on its presentations: a little candy cane to hang on the edge of your glass. Christmas Martini 3 oz gin 1/2 oz dry vermouth 1 tsp peppermint schnapps Pour the gin, dry vermouth and peppermint schnapps into [...]
Creamsicle Margarita
There’s nothing like heading to Margaritaville after a long day at work. The “Margarita” drink presents itself many ways, and over the years, there have been many a margarita recipe invented. There’s the Strawberry Margarita, Chambord Margarita, Mango Margarita, the list goes on. However, I haven’t run accross a margarita with ice cream and at [...]
Creamsicle Margarita
Yummy! This cocktail is the perfect choice for a warm day (soon, more will come; don’t worry.) Also makes a great after dinner dessert drink. 1 1/4 oz gold tequila 3 oz orange juice 1 oz sweet and sour mix 1 scoop vanilla ice cream 6 oz crushed ice Blend all ingredients until slushy. Serve [...]
Crispy Crunch
Ever have one of those weeks where you just need….chocolate? This shot will cure that craving as well as brighten your spirits after a week of work. Enjoy! Crispy Crunch 1 oz Kahlua® coffee liqueur 1 oz Metaxa Brandy 1 oz creme de cacao 1 oz Frangelico® hazelnut liqueur ice Directions Shake with ice. Strain [...]
Di Saronno Mimosa
Traditionally served with Mother’s Day Brunch, the light, fruity Mimosa makes an elegant mid-morning cocktail. In fact, many Mother’s Day buffets are giving moms one for FREE. This recipe is adds a touch of Di Soronno Amaretto which, in my opinion makes a delicious difference. Mom will probably ask for seconds…and she deserves it! 2 [...]
Dragon’s Blood Punch
With Halloween right around the corner, I thought It would be appropriate to highlight a tasty beverage! What Halloween party is complete with out a putrid punch? This one promises to keep the mob under control and keeps you from having to serve them! 1 750 ml bottle vodka 1/2 cup Orange liqueur 6 cups [...]
