National Refreshment Day
Kick back and relax, it’s National Refreshment Day! From cocktails to mocktails and everything in between, we’re sharing our favorite beverage recipes for the occasion. Check them out below!
This Classic Pimm’s® Cup recipe blends zesty lemon‑lime seltzer, frozen lemonade concentrate, crisp cucumber, fresh basil and mint, plus wedges of orange and a generous pour of Pimm’s No. 1, letting it all steep for 15 minutes before serving over ice with a lemon wheel garnish for a refreshing summer pitcher.
This Blueberry‑Peach Sparkler mixes homemade blueberry syrup—with fresh berries, honey, and lemon zest—chilled and spooned into ice-filled glasses with peach slices and sparkling peach water for a fruity, refreshing sip.
This Ginger‑Thyme Paloma is a refreshing twist on the classic Paloma—stirring grapefruit juice, tequila, agave and lime, then infusing it with fresh ginger and thyme, chilling it, and serving on the rocks with sparkling water and sugar‑&‑cinnamon‑rimmed glasses for a zesty, herbaceous summer sipper.
This Herby Cranberry Lime Mocktail combines tart cranberry juice, zesty lime, and fragrant fresh rosemary—gently muddled, topped with sparkling water, and garnished with lime wheels and rosemary sprigs—for a sophisticated, alcohol-free refresher.
This Pomegranate‑Orange Prosecco Spritz combines squeezed orange wedges, ginger beer, pomegranate and orange juices, plus ruby red arils, all topped with dry Prosecco and garnished with cinnamon sticks and rosemary for a festive, bubbly punch served over ice.
This Spicy Mango Margarita Spritzer is a vibrant, tropical-twist drink that blends juicy mango and lime with a jalapeño kick, topped with sparkling fizz for a refreshingly spicy 10-minute crowd-pleaser.
This Summer White Sangria blends crisp Riesling, lemonade, orange juice, and a splash of orange liqueur with fresh peach, berries, and citrus slices—chilled for a couple of hours, then finished with club soda over ice for a light, fruit-forward refresher.
This Watermelon‑Honeydew Margarita with Tajín® features a vibrant blend of fresh watermelon, honeydew, lime juice, and honey puréed and shaken with tequila and orange liqueur, then served over ice in glasses rimmed with tangy Tajín for a sweet, spicy refresher.
Cozy Cocktails & Beverages for the Holidays
Good drinks and beverages are key to a good celebration. As you continue to celebrate into the New Year, let’s get you set up with some fun drink recipes to keep the party going. Check out some of our favorite at-home drink recipes.
Cucumber Mint Mock-Jitos: This refreshing mock-jitos are perfect for sipping on during the holidays. Especially, if you’re not looking for an alcoholic beverage. These mock-jitos bring the same essence, alcohol free.
Slushy Punch: This slushy punch features frozen lemonade and orange juice mixed with vodka or gin, with red gelatin for festive coloring. (21+)
Citurs-Basil Spritzer: This Citrus-Basil Spritzer uses sparkling water for a bubbly, refreshing, easy-to-sip on concoction.
Spiced Pomegranate Mulled Cider with Cinnamon Ginger Stirring Spoons: This Spiced Mulled Cider is super tasty and very comforting. The Cinnamon Ginger Stirring Spoons are a fantastic touch.
Bourbon-Cherry Smash: Featuring bourbon, your favorite orange-flavored liqueur and some flavorful additions this Bourbon-Cherry drink will be a smash hit all holidays long! (21+)
Also, make sure to check out this wonderful Blackberry Gin Fizz (21+) recipe below…
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Coffee for the Holidays
Ah coffee, the beloved beverage we rely on for the morning wake up. And one of our favorites for warming up during the cold winter months. It’s always there when we need it. But are you using it to its fullest capability?
Coffee is a wonderful holiday ingredient. Not just to drink with cream and sugar, but to include in your dessert recipes, cozy cocktails, and more. This holiday season break out the coffee and take it to lengths you haven’t reached before. Here is our guide to coffee as a holiday ingredient!
Spiced Apple Coffee Cake with Pecan Oat Streusel: Apple, pecan, and coffee flavor makes for the perfect holiday dessert to us!
No-Bake Salted Caramel-Toffee Crunch Cheesecake: This fulfilling Salted Caramel-Toffee Crunch Cheesecake might become a new holiday tradition for your and your family!
Chocolate Chocolate Cheesecake: Why have chocolate cheesecake when you could have Chocolate Chocolate Cheesecake?
Mocha-Almond Meringue Cake: Mocha-Almond Meringue Cake is an excellent cozy dessert for the holidays. Nutty mocha-almond flavor combined with Meringue makes for a fantastic duo.
For a cozy holiday cocktail recipe, check out this video for Adult Mocha Milkshakes. Dessert in a glass and jolly for the holidays! 21+ only, we I.D.