Pure Fruit, Pure Joy
Thanksgiving is a time for good food, family gatherings, and drinks that make the holiday table feel special. If you’re hosting dinner or inviting friends over, preparing cocktails ahead of time can save you a lot of work when guests arrive. These Thanksgiving batch cocktails bring together fall flavors like apple cider, cranberry, pomegranate, pumpkin, … Read more
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times to make a big bowl of punch that everyone can enjoy during the holiday gathering. This Fireball Thanksgiving Punch brings together apple cider, cinnamon whiskey, sparkling wine, cranberry juice, and a touch of maple syrup for a festive drink with warm fall flavors and a refreshing finish. I … Read more
Cranberry Orange Punch is a fruity, refreshing holiday drink made with cranberry juice, orange juice, pineapple juice, and fizzy ginger ale. I love how the tart cranberries balance the sweetness of the citrus and pineapple, making this punch a lovely choice for Christmas parties, Thanksgiving dinners, and family gatherings. Introduction When I’m planning a holiday … Read more
When I plan drinks for Thanksgiving, I always look for something festive that I can prepare without spending the whole afternoon behind the counter. This Thanksgiving Rum Punch is one of my favorite choices because it combines the crisp taste of apple cider, tart cranberry juice, spiced rum, and bubbly ginger beer in one beautiful … Read more
Blood Orange Cranberry Fall Spiced Sangria is a fruity, warming cocktail made with white wine, fresh cranberries, blood orange juice, cinnamon, rosemary, ginger beer, and brandy. I love the way the tart cranberries balance the sweet citrus and warm spices, making this sangria a beautiful choice for Thanksgiving dinners, Christmas parties, and cozy fall gatherings. … Read more
Cranberry Apple Sangria is a fruity red wine cocktail made with crisp apples, fresh cranberries, orange slices, apple cider, warm cinnamon, and a splash of apple brandy. I love how the fruit flavors blend with the spices to create a festive drink that works beautifully for Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas parties, and cozy fall gatherings. Introduction … Read more
Cranberry Orange Prosecco Punch is a bright, bubbly holiday drink made with cranberry juice, fresh orange juice, Prosecco, vodka, lime, lemon, and a little grenadine. I like making this punch when I’m serving a group because I can mix most of it ahead of time and add the Prosecco just before serving. Introduction When I’m … Read more
Halloween parties are a lot more fun when the drinks are easy to prepare, and there is enough for everyone. I love big-batch cocktails for this reason: you can mix one pitcher or punch bowl ahead of time, keep it chilled, and spend more time enjoying the party instead of standing behind the bar. These … Read more
Like last year, this year I was experimenting with a blackberry rum cocktail for my Halloween party, and I’ve finally perfected it. This isn’t just any spooky drink; it’s a beautiful, deep purple Halloween cocktail that tastes as good as it looks. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, a simple get-together, or just want a … Read more
If you’re looking for a Halloween drink that is fun, spooky, and a little wild, this Bat Sh*t Crazy Cocktail is the one I make when I want something that really fits the party. It has apple vodka, pumpkin puree, fresh lime juice, apple juice, and sweet orgeat syrup, all shaken together and served in … Read more