Dreaming of a sunny vacation in the middle of winter? Make a Pina Colada and explore the options. One being Puerto Rico where this sweet, ice-cold drink originated. We had no fruit to garnish our drink. It was a last minute decision to make a…

Even though this drink says cozy up to the fire, the Mudslide was actually created at the Wreck Bar in Rum Point on Grand Cayman Island. It is the islands’ signature drink today; so just think sandy beaches instead of apres-ski. It is potent so…

So very refreshing on a hot day. The best spritzers are served super cold. Some of us like ice in the glass and others don’t. Regardless, use cold white wine and carbonated water (club soda or soda stream). Generally, mix 3 parts wine to 1…

Were Cosmo’s much of a “thing” before Carrie Bradshaw? Not to sweet and not too tart; these drinks are meant to be sipped SLOWLY! We prefer Lemon Vodka but any good quality Vodka will do. Absolutely Delicious!

Malibu Coconut Rum really is a vacation in a glass, drifting back to tropical destinations and hot days. They are fruity and refreshing. We like two versions, a highball with Cranberry Juice and the old fashioned or lowball with Grenadine. Just add fruit juice/s and…

Friend Joanne has been sending pics from Italy daily and an Aperol Spritz is showing up regularly. Delicious, a bit bitter and thirst quenching, this Italian aperitif doesn’t disappoint.

A classic Italian cocktail, you either love Negroni’s or not. Count Negroni gets the credit for asking his bartender to add gin instead of club soda to his usual “Americano.”

The recipe to this Italian aperitif (Campari) remains a secret after more than 150 years. It is bitter as compared to sweet and an essential in a Negroni or a spritz.

Champagne is from the Champagne region in France, Prosecco is Italy’s answer and Sparkling Wine is common in North America. Surprisingly, it is relatively low Carb when you look for the “extra dry” or “Brut”; having less sugar.

A classic drink in New Orlean’s created by Pat O’Brien’s in the 1940’s. It is a must stop! We sat on the patio during a decent February day many years ago, but there is a duelling piano and main bar inside.