Just A Bunch Of Hocus Pocus Cocktail

A two toned white and purple drink with a cucumber skewer

Just A Bunch Of Hocus Pocus! This magical elixir features Empress Gin, lemon juice, and a spicy jalapeño syrup that sure was concocted by a witch! This drink looks like a potion, yet it goes down smooth. A beautiful beverage to make any time, but especially during the most spooky time of year! Looking for more fun cocktails? Cranberry Rosé Gin & Tonic Sparkling CardamomRead more ->

Mumbai Martinis

A cocktail with an Indian twist. These delicious Mumbai Martinis include classic Indian flavors such as ginger, cumin seeds, and serrano chiles. Refreshing and bright! These delicious Mumbai Martinis were featured in Wendy’s Kitchen Memoir.  Tried this recipe and loved it? Use the hashtag #sohappyyoulikedit and tag @sohappyyoulikedit on social media so I can see your creations! Let’s be friends! Find me on Instagram, Facebook,Read more ->

13 Thanksgiving Cocktails: Aperitifs & Digestifs

Thanksgiving Cocktails A collection of 13 Thanksgiving Cocktails including both aperitifs and digestifs to enjoy this holiday! What exactly is an aperitif and a digestif? Well, I am SO happy you asked! Let’s dive right in. What Are Aperitifs and Digestifs? Think of aperitifs and digestifs as the bookends to your meal: an aperitif comes before you eat, while a digestif is best sipped after you eat.Read more ->

Festive Aperol Sodas

Festive Aperol Sodas

These Festive Aperol Sodas are the perfect way to celebrate the holidays! Bitter, slightly sweet, and simple. The perfect aperitif! Show Stopping Sips The merriment that comes with the holidays means there are consistent opportunities to celebrate. With that, of course, comes the big question: what to drink? Though the options are endless, I like switch up what I sip every now and then. Especially whenRead more ->

Cranberry Rosé Gin & Tonic

Cranberry Rosé Gin and Tonic

This Cranberry Rosé Gin & Tonic is practically perfect in every way! Rosé, gin, cranberry juice, thyme simple syrup, and tonic come together for a refreshing, bitter, and slightly sweet aperitif.  Gang’s All Here This Cranberry Rosé Gin & Tonic includes incredible flavors that you may not have considered to put together before. The classic G & T is a staple, but this one gets aRead more ->

Pear and Apple Cider Mimosa

13 Thanksgiving Cocktails: Pear and Apple Cider Mimosa

This Pear and Apple Cider Mimosa combines classic Fall flavors for a delicious sparkling cocktail. Mimosas To Celebrate Mimosas. A breakfast beverage that evokes pleasant memories of celebratory merriment. A family brunch on Christmas morning? Mimosas make it feel special. A spontaneous get together with friends? Only made better with bubbly. Mimosas signify moments that should be enjoyed and remembered. While the classic recipe callsRead more ->

Spiced & Sparkling Whiskey Cider

13 Thanksgiving Cocktails: Spiced & Sparkling Whiskey Cider

Festive, spicy, and effervescent, this Spiced & Sparkling Whiskey Cider is the cocktail to try this holiday season! Make a single or a big batch to serve guests.  Spiced & Sparkling Whiskey Cider I’ve never heard a more festive collection of words strung together. Have you?! This cocktail is a holiday keeper, for sure. It might just become a new tradition, if I do sayRead more ->

Apple Butter Old Fashioned

13 Thanksgiving Cocktails: Apple Butter Old Fashioned

This Apple Butter Old Fashioned is a delicious and seasonal twist on the classic cocktail. Apple butter and cider additions make this already perfect cocktail even better.  Call Me Old Fashioned The Old Fashioned cocktail is a traditional cocktail that has been around for 140 years. Combining whiskey, bitters, sugar, and water, this drink’s distinct garnish of either an orange slice or peel and aRead more ->

Sparkling Cardamom and Pear Cocktail

13 Thanksgiving Cocktails: Sparkling Cardamom and Pear Cocktail

This Sparkling Cardamom and Pear Cocktail is fabulously fancy, but so simple! Pear liqueur, gin, cardamom syrup, and sparkling pear cider come together to make a sweet and aromatic cocktail.  Cardamom Lovers, Unite Cardamom has a cult-like following. I know, I know. It sounds as though I’m talking about some super exclusive skin care product. But I’m not! I’m talking about the complex, potent, andRead more ->

Cranberry Cider and Soda

Cranberry Cider and Soda

This Cranberry Cider and Soda is a tart and satisfying sipper! It’s low on alcohol but big on flavor, with hard cider, soda water, and a fun new ingredient to take your holiday drinks to the next level.  Low ABV Drinks Are IN, Folks I’ve loved this low-alcohol movement that’s been becoming  increasingly popular. Don’t get me wrong: I’m a fan of cocktails in aRead more ->