Blue Ribbon Drink Recipes

What better way to whet your whistle than with these crafty, satisfying cocktails, smoothies, punches, homemade coffee and ice cream drinks?! Mmm... kick back, relax and enjoy.

Glasses filled with Picnic Lemonade.

Picnic Lemonade

Hot, humid summers in the heartland call for a refreshing beverage. My recipe.

Two glasses of Homemade Holiday Eggnog.

Homemade Holiday Eggnog

Rich and creamy, this Homemade Holiday Eggnog is sure to please everyone! Sprinkle on some ...

Peppermint Marshmallows on a platter and in hot chocolate.

Peppermint Marshmallows

Need a use for those leftover candy canes? Do you like peppermint cocoa? Try this ...

Fresh Lemonade Syrup used to make lemonade.

Fresh Lemonade Syrup

I got this recipe from my mom a few years ago and since then I ...

Two Kahlua Mocha Frappes ready to drink.

Kahlua Mocha Frappe

Mmm mmm good! Great couples drink.

Two cups of Grown-Up Hot Chocolate.

Grown-Up Hot Chocolate

In the amount of time it would normally take to microwave the water, mix in ...

Two glasses of Holiday Toddy.

Holiday Toddy

Gramma used to do something like this with red wine during the holidays, but I ...

Two glasses of Skinny Eggnog with whipped cream on top.

Skinny Eggnog

This is really good if you like eggnog but don't like the fat. This is ...

Glasses of Hot Cranberry Orange Cider.

Hot Cranberry Orange Cider

Developed this for all the different guests we had over the holidays. It's perfect ...

Mexican Rice Milk, Horchata Mexicana poured into two glasses.

Mexican Rice Milk, Horchata Mexicana

This rice drink is both refreshing and delicious. It is made with rice, almonds, cinnamon, ...

A glass of Grilled Lemonade.

Grilled Lemonade

Sweet, tart, and easy to make at home, lemonade is a delicious way to cool ...

Two glasses of The Perfect Red Sangria.

The Perfect Red Sangria

I love red wine sangria, so I have tried making it several different ways. I ...

Watermelon Lime Frosty Margaritas.

Watermelon Lime Frosty/Margarita

Definitely an adult beverage if you add the alcohol. If you don't like tequila you ...

Two glasses of Strawberry Lime Slush.

Strawberry Lime Slush

If you love tangy and sweet strawberries this is for you! This is an adult ...

Glasses of Watermelon Mint Lemonade.

Watermelon Mint Lemonade

Nothing says summer more than watermelon. The sweetness of the watermelon and lemon compliment each ...

Pina Colada Slush garnished with fresh fruit.

Pina Colada Slush

If you're having a cookout or a party this summer, greet your guests with a ...

Two glasses of Hot Chocolate Peppermint Mocha.

Hot Chocolate Peppermint Mocha

This is sort of a "copy-cat" recipe... Have you ever tried McDonald's Hot Chocolate Peppermint ...

Two glasses of Coquito (Puerto Rican Coconut Eggnog).

Coquito (Puerto Rican Coconut Eggnog)

This is a very typical, traditional Puerto Rican drink served during the holidays. It can ...

Two glasses of Rose Sangria.

Rose Sangria

My favorite summer breeze refreshment drink!

Best Bloody Mary served with a salt rim.

Best Bloody Mary

During my bartending days, my co-tender and I would have drink competitions during the slow ...

Authentic Irish Coffee ready to be enjoyed.

Authentic Irish Coffee

This is a replica of the coffee served at the Shannon Airport in Ireland. It ...

A big cup of Holiday Hot Cocoa with whipped cream on top.

Holiday Hot Cocoa

This is a healthier version of a decadent, European hot chocolate. It's very thick, very ...

A glass of Spiced Christmas Tea.

Spiced Christmas Tea

Another cherished Christmas recipe! Hope you and your family enjoy it.

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