The Boomerang cocktail is definitely one to be sipped and enjoyed. It blends the flavors of citrus and peach with notes of oak, making it as interesting as it is tasty. This is a moderately strong drink that’s great for shaking off the day and kicking back for a relaxing evening at home. The orange juice keeps the whole drink ... Read More »
There are a number of cocktails out there calling themselves the Tropicana, but this is the recipe that calls for a touch of creme de cacao. Oh, yes – this one is different from the others. The overall flavor here is fruity, but it definitely has that kind of flavor that you have to think about a little. There are ... Read More »
The Fuka is one of those drinks that makes you feel like you’re at the beach. It’s all spiced rum and tropical flavors. This is a terrific drink for parties because the mixer to liquor ratio is high enough to slow people down a little, but it’s so much fun and deliciousness they’ll never notice that. It’s also great for ... Read More »
I bet you can guess what’s in the Sloe Driver cocktail. That’s right! Sloe gin! That very sweet, berry flavored stuff that bears no relation at all to gin. This orange juice in this recipe cuts the sweetness of the sloe gin and livens it up with its tangy notes. I used full pulp orange juice in this one, just ... Read More »
Need another green cocktail in your life? The Shamrock Juice fills that bill while providing a ridiculous amount of alcohol per serving. You have been warned. The dominant flavor here is orange, and it’s so dominant that it pretty much pushes all other notes into oblivion. The color is a bright festive green. Recipe 1 1/2 ounces gin 1 1/2 ... Read More »
The Bustanoby cocktail is strongly based on creme de menthe, and sweetened mint is the dominant flavor. But there’s a hint of orange and some bitters to bring it all together. That makes the flavor a little more interesting and complex than straight mint. This is a great dessert drink to sip along on after dinner. It’s a nice alternative ... Read More »
The French Martini is really not a martini in any sense of the word. It’s got mixers, and it uses neither gin nor vodka. But it’s orange and raspberry flavored – a fun choice whenever you’re in the mood for a fresh new fruity cocktail that’s not an old standard. This is a great drink for a night out. Recipe ... Read More »
The Top Banana cocktail blends the flavors of banana and orange with some vodka for kick. It’s every bit as tasty as it sounds. This drink is great for the poolside or anytime you’re outdoors on a warm day. The combination of flavors in this one is actually kind of unique, a little bit mellow and a little bit tangy. ... Read More »
