Category Archives: Spirits

Redneck Riviera Sunset

Posted on 05/23/2013 by

We always like to see what Shaun the Bartender is shaking up over at Your Home with Karie Engels. This drink was inspired by his Caribbean Sunset. We made ours less sweet, replacing the sodas with sparkling water. But it … Continue reading →

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Strawberries and Booze Part 2

Posted on 05/17/2013 by

If there’s a part one, a part two should follow… Don’t confuse these with a strawberry mojito, although the leftover juice is good enough to drink. This recipe makes use of our ample supply of fresh mint. Eat these by … Continue reading →

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Strawberries and Booze Part 1

Posted on 05/16/2013 by

Hey we do have Spirits in our title and it is Wednesday, so let’s get to it. Strawberry Shooters 1 pint strawberries 1 package gelatin 1/3 cup water 1/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup vanilla vodka 2 ounces Chambord Wash and … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Fire Up the Grill

Posted on 05/12/2013 by

Summer is just around the corner and we want to get in as much grilling as possible before it gets here. Grilling in the summer, which we do often, is far more miserable than grilling in the winter. Grilling in … Continue reading →

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Giving Them the Bee’s Knees

Posted on 05/09/2013 by

Dagnabit, Greg is not supposed to feature the kitchen counter in any pictures. Guess we’ll have to reshoot that. Anyway, we think Lauren over at Gourmet Veggie Mama is the Bee’s Knees, so when we saw this drink over at … Continue reading →

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The Smokey Peach

Posted on 05/02/2013 by

By Katherine Our regular readers often comment on the size of our liquor cabinet. It’s really not that big and it’s poorly lit, so we never humor them with a photo. Also, we have the main liquor cabinet, the dining … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Cinco De Mayo Preparation

Posted on 04/28/2013 by

This is a week ahead of time so everyone can plan ahead. Of course nothing says you can’t make a few of these earlier in the week. Instead of a full menu, we’re going al a carte this week. Mix … Continue reading →

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A Praline in Liquid Form

Posted on 04/25/2013 by

This is a nice after-dinner drink and would work well with a cheese plate. It also pairs nicely with a vintage lamp. Praline Cordial 1 oz bourbon 1/2 oz honey syrup (warmed slightly) 1/4 oz hazelnut liquor Mix everything together … Continue reading →

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Grapefruit Spritzer

Posted on 04/18/2013 by

If you haven’t noticed by now, we love grapefruit juice. If you’re not a fan, come back tomorrow. OK, really any other citrus juice will do in this simple cocktail. Grapefruit Spritzer 1 ounce vodka 1 ounce triple sec 1/2 … Continue reading →

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Sunday Suppers: Hit the Deck

Posted on 04/14/2013 by

Let’s take this week’s meal outside. Screened in porches are all the rage down here and a recent trip to our local home-improvement store demonstrated that outdoor furniture costs more than some indoor furniture these days. Fire up the bug … Continue reading →

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