Cocktails for Spring

So refreshing on a hot summer’s day.  What a way to bring the tropics to the party.  Nothing like fresh Mango and Rum to make the day a little sunnier.
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As the name suggests, this is the perfect drink for a gathering of friends on a quiet Sunday afternoon.  It works up great as a batch and as unique cocktails …
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Sweet and light, Purple Crayon is a light drink that you can drink all afternoon and still stand up at dinner! Fruity and fun, perfect for any social occasion. 
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A great looking summer punch that is bright and refreshing.  Make a batch the night before a party and add the Prosecco right before you serve for an amazing light cocktail.
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The Prado made its first appearance in Jones Complete Barguide: published in 1977 and still available today as a used book, but out of print.  The cocktail’s revival can be traced back to Kacy Fitch and Seattle’s Zig Zag Bar, where the drink stayed in rotation for some time. It gained popularity in the late aughts and is a great counterbalance to may sweet cocktails!
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Planters Punch is today considered not a specific cocktail, but rather has grown as the generic name for a set of rum-based punches. Recipes vary, containing some combination of lemon juice, pineapple juice, lime juice, orange juice, grenadine, soda water, curaçao, Angostura bitters, and cayenne pepper. Another one of the drinks popularized by Trader Vic’s as part of the Tiki bar explosion. The first mention of the drink is in the late 1800’s and again in 1905. It gained popularity in the 50’s and 60’s as the tropical drink craze swept the US. Our recipe has all the standard ingredients but there are many variations on this theme. This is a drink you can play around with, more pineapple or less… It really is a matter of taste.
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Pink Lemonade is everything a good summer drink should be. Clean and crisp with a touch of raspberry liqueur makes this drink very drinkable on those hot summer days. A …
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The creamier version of the Pink Lady for this recipe is thought to have been around since the 1920’s. As most older drinks there are many versions this one uses both cream and an egg white. Once named on Esquire’s list of the ten worst cocktails, most likely due to it’s girly nature and color, it is still a great drink that has more kick then one would think.

When making a honey cocktail, the best part may just be the honey.  Here are some facts you might not have known about honey:

1. It’s the only food …
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Passion is when you blend Raspberry Vodka, Passion Fruit Juice, and Strawberry Liqueur then top with Prosecco. Great for any party or summer get together.