Thursday, January 8, 2015

Peach and Pomegranate Cocktail - Sparkles and...

Peach and Pomegranate Cocktail - Sparkles and...

My parents had their annual dessert and cocktails party on Saturday night and I knew I wanted to make a signature cocktail. I was still toying around with a bunch of ideas when one of my long time partners, TheBar.com, approached me. You may recall my posts where I have worked with Smirnoff in the past ( here and here ) and now I had the chance to work with Cîroc and make a great cocktail featuring their product. Because it was a holiday party I knew I wanted to make a drink that was not only red and festive but also something that would taste tropical as the outdoor party was on a warm 75 degree evening. I had tried the regular Cîroc vodka before, but never the peach so when I tasted it for the first time my initial idea of a cocktail...Read More
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Tuesday, December 30, 2014

How to Make an Easy Old Fashioned at Home

Take a look at this from one of our partners!

How to Make an Easy Old Fashioned at Home

Looking for a simple way to add a classic cocktail to your holiday party menu? Look no further. This recipe for the Old Fashioned with Bulleit® Bourbon is a signature and easy recipe that will bring an old favorite to life. Number of Servings (1): 1.5 oz. Bulleit® Bourbon 3 dashes of bitters 0.5 tsp Granulated Sugar Lemon Peel Orange Peel How to Mix: In a rocks glass, muddle sugar and bitters. Add the bourbon and a large ice cube. Give it a quick stir, and twist slices of lemon and orange peels over the drink and drop slices in. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiG3PCH1t24&list=UUsRAPgctGS_VRL29MrdTQMQ http://www.thebar.com/en/drink-recipe/bulleit-old-fashioned http://www.thebar.com/en/where-to-buy Disclosure: I am working in...Read More
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Saturday, August 30, 2014

SMIRNOFF Vodka Introduces NEW SMIRNOFF Sorbet...

Oooo these look pretty good!

SMIRNOFF Vodka Introduces NEW SMIRNOFF Sorbet...

SMIRNOFF Vodka adds two new items to the summer-beach bag essentials list with the release of new vodka specialties SMIRNOFF Sorbet Light Summer Strawberry and White Peach – the newest additions to its reduced-calorie SMIRNOFF Sorbet Light portfolio. From the beach to backyard barbecues, SMIRNOFF Sorbet Light delivers light, refreshing tasting cocktails to satisfy taste buds and a balanced lifestyle at only 78 calories per 1.5 oz. serving with 25% fewer calories than the leading dessert-inspired flavored vodkas. Infused with natural and fresh-tasting flavors of intense ripe strawberries and juicy, sweet white peaches, and other natural fruit flavors, SMIRNOFF Sorbet Light Summer Strawberry and White Peach offer distinctively light...Read More
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Summer ‘Poptails’

Summer ‘Poptails’

‘Poptails’ are a fun summer creation that provides an easy way to cool down while enjoying cocktails with your friends. Perfect to enjoy as a Popsicle or place one in your favorite non-alcoholic drink, both are a great way to enjoy a chilled and refreshing cocktail. It’s as easy as grabbing some molds and a cocktail recipe to create delicious frozen treats. They are also great to have on hand when your pals come over after a day at the beach. Just put a few in the freezer the night before and they will be ready by the time you come home. Grab a beach towel and enjoy a Beachside Peach Vodka ‘Poptail’! Beachside Peach Vodka ‘Poptails’ 4 servings 6 oz. SMIRNOFF Peach Flavored Vodka 4 cups lemonade 6 cups frozen strawberries ...Read More
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Monday, June 30, 2014

Planning the Perfect Bachelorette Party

Planning the Perfect Bachelorette Party

Weddings can be stressful, for everyone involved; enter the bachelorette party. The “bp” can be a great way to let loose and relieve some of that pre-wedding stress before your favorite gal-pal ties the knot! If you’ve never planned a bachelorette party before, it might feel like a stressful undertaking in itself, but it doesn’t have to be. Just remember that it’s all about celebrating the bride-to-be and having fun with your best girlfriends. Keep these 5 tips in mind when planning the bachelorette party to limit the stress and make more room for a solid good time! 1. Budget - Talk with the bridal party ahead of time about how much everyone is willing to spend. Be sure to keep everyone in the loop so dividing the...Read More
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Summer Fun Activities

Summer Fun Activities

Summer is finally here and it’s officially time to enjoy the warm weather. If you haven’t done so already, plan some awesome activities to do with friends (or alone) because Fall will be here before you know it! Whether you want to relax, enjoy nature, exercise or experience something new, try one, or all, of these fun summer activities before it’s too late. You won’t regret it! o Enjoy a Fuzzy Screwdriver Vodka Poptail by the pool! A delicious and pretty way to cool off on a hot summer day! Fuzzy Screwdriver Vodka Poptail Serves 6 Ingredients: • 9 oz. SMIRNOFF Peach • 1 Cup Orange Juice • 3 Cups Frozen Peaches • 3 Cups Frozen Sliced Strawberries Preparation: Pour the...Read More
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Celebrate Fourth of July in Style

Celebrate Fourth of July in Style

Summer is in full swing and everyone is taking advantage of the great weather from cookouts to rooftop parties. It’s your turn to get in on the action this Fourth of July weekend and throw your own bash to celebrate the Red, White and Blue! Whether it’s a family picnic, pool party, barbeque or simply watching the fireworks, keep in mind these festive (and patriotic) pointers to give your party guests something to really celebrate. · Go Campy. It’s a day to celebrate living in the USA! Go big. Don’t stop at red dresses, flag printed bandanas or blue jean cutoffs, decorate your space with red, white and blue too! Try the SMIRNOFF No. 21 Limited ‘American Summer’ Edition bottle with festive summer wrap to amp up your tablescape...Read More
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