by Josie | May 6, 2023 | Cocktails & Beverages
The Mint Julep has long been associated with the Kentucky Derby, which occurs every year on the first Saturday of May. Mint Juleps are said to be “the one and only drink for the Derby!” There is a long history surrounding the drink which has strong...
by Josie | Dec 14, 2022 | Citrus, Cocktails & Beverages, Ginger, Gluten Free, Recipes
This time of year, a refreshing sparkling cocktail is much needed. Blood oranges make this drink tasty. Spiced sugar cranberries make this drink special. We are featuring this beautiful beverage this month because it’s so festive AND we just made sugared...
by Josie | Dec 14, 2022 | Cocktails & Beverages, Condiments, Cooking, Ginger, Gluten Free, Hors d'oeuvres, Spices, Vegetarian
Cranberries aren’t just for turkey sandwiches. This was our first time trying sugared cranberries ~ they were amazing. Who knew they’d be so good in a cocktail. These were easy to make and made our cocktails kinda fancy. The nice thing about this recipe is...
by Josie | Jul 23, 2022 | Cocktails & Beverages, Fermented Foods, Gluten Free, Health Benefits, Recipes, Shrubs
I haven’t made a shrub in about six months, so I’m excited to have this one ready so we can enjoy it this weekend in one of Mac’s many cocktail recipes. For those of you who have not seen earlier posts on our shrub recipes and are not familiar with...
by Josie | Jul 3, 2022 | Chilis, Citrus, Cocktails & Beverages
Mac is back with his summer rum cocktails. This was the perfect pond-side cocktail after our long bike ride. It’s a tiny bit spicy, a tiny bit sweet with a kick of lime and an addictive edge from the Tajin rimmed glass. Makes (1) cocktail: INGREDIENTS 2 T Tajin...
by Josie | Jun 18, 2022 | Berries, Citrus, Cocktails & Beverages, Gluten Free, Recipes
In the chiropractor’s office recently, I found a Blueberry Gin Fizz recipe that looked amazing. With blueberries coming on in our yard, I thought I’d jot it down for a 4th of July cocktail to kick off festivities. Called away for a little adjustment, I...
