No matter what kind of tea you like, these tea facts are for you! Some are are about iced tea, and some are about hot tea. Below you’ll learn answers to questions like “what is the most expensive tea?”, “is herbal tea really tea?”, and more. Let’s get started! At Always the Holidays, we love …
Drink Recipes - Holiday Themed Cocktails & National Days Dedicated to Drinks
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere! We’ve got delicious drinks and cocktail recipes for every season, holiday, and special event.
Holiday themed cocktails are both festive and delicious! Maybe you want to brew a love potion for Valentine’s Day or set the mood with a spooky ghostbuster cocktail for Halloween. Either way, we’ve got you covered!
Each season is best served by different kinds of drinks. Try making a mojito for spring, a pina colada for summer, apple cider for fall, and Irish coffee for winter.
You can also find out information about different types of alcohol. Learn the best temperatures to serve and store wine, and get facts about different liquors, like vodka!
National Rum Day is here! Grab a glass pour yourself a taste of rum to celebrate this drink themed national day which falls annually on August 16th. There’s so many types of rum to enjoy and this day celebrates them all! You can enjoy this spirit neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails! Keep reading …
National Prosecco Day falls on August 13th, right in the middle of summer. It’s the perfect time to enjoy this refreshing sparkling wine. Keep reading to learn to learn more about Prosecco and ways to celebrate this August national drink day. It’s one of the many wine days we can observe during the year. The …
If you’re wondering “does wine temperature matter?”, the answer is yes! There actually is an ideal red wine temperature and an ideal white wine temperature. Serving and storing wines at their recommended temperatures will ensure you get the most balanced flavors the wines have to offer. If a wine is too hot or too cool, …
If you’re a rum drinker you probably already know that not all rum is created equally. There are many different types of rum, which each have their own flavors, hues and methods of production. This popular spirit has a fascinating history. It has been consumed by everyone from pirates (who made the first piña colada) …
It’s time for National Mojito Day! Get ready to brush up your bartending skills, and learn how to make this cocktail with an easy mojito recipe. The main ingredients in this refreshing drink are rum and mint. Since mint grows during the summer months it’s only fitting that National Mojito Day falls annually on July …
Have you been curious about the Pina Colada origin? This rum based refreshing summer cocktail has a fascinating history. The creator of the Pina Colada is hotly debated, and even has ties to 1800s pirates! Keep reading to learn some facts about Pina Coladas and find out the history of how this popular tropical cocktail …
National Pina Colada Day falls on July 10, and celebrates the creation of the Pina Colada cocktail. While the Pina Colada origin is debated by some, there is no dispute about enjoying National Pina Colada Day! This sweet drink is the perfect way to relax and enjoy a hot summer day. It is one of …
A Piña Colada is a tropical rum based cocktail from Puerto Rico that beautifully showcases the flavors of pineapple and coconut. You may like to drink them, but do you know what’s in a pina colada? What’s in a Pina Colada Piña coladas are a delicious, refreshing, sweet, tropical drink. The drink is so popular, …
Stir together some gin and vermouth and add an olive to garnish. June 19 is National Martini Day! Join us to discover some history about the martini and learn about the various types to enjoy. No matter whether you enjoy your martini shaken or stirred, wet or dry or any of the other variations, today …
If you like refreshing summer cocktails, you’ll enjoy celebrating National Mint Julep Day. This national day is observed every year on May 30. A mint julep is made from three main components: fresh mint, sugar and whiskey (traditionally bourbon whiskey). The cocktail has a subtle sweetness and just enough whiskey to make you forget the summer …
If you’ve ever had a mint julep, you’ll understand why this tasty cocktail is so popular. Learn the mint julep facts below to impress all your friends during your next cocktail party. What is a Mint Julep and why is it served in a silver cup? Curious about what’s in a mint julep? You may …
Do you prefer wine over beer and cocktails? If so, get ready to celebrate one of your new favorite wine holidays – National Wine Day! This day of wine enthusiasm falls annually on May 25. There are many wine holidays throughout the year; some dedicated to specific varietals of wine, and others dedicated to drinking …
May 16 is celebrated as National Mimosa Day. This classic wine based cocktail is celebrated by both those who love to eat brunch out, and those who adore cocktails of all types. This refreshing beverage is often served alongside plates of waffles and pancakes. However, you can enjoy a mimosa at any time of day. …
May 7 is National Cosmopolitan Day. Better known as the “Cosmo,” the drink is a combination of vodka, triple sec, lime juice, and cranberry juice. There are slight variations on the recipe (I like mine with some orange liquor as well) but a vodka drink devised in 1987 by bartender, Toby Cecchini is the one that …
May 6 is celebrated each year as National Beverage Day. No matter your preferred choice of drink, today is the day to sit back, grab a glass and enjoy your favorite beverage. Beverages play a big part in our lives, whether it is nourishment in liquid form, or a way to enjoy entertaining with friends. …
Are you ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? If you’ve never had a Michelada cocktail before, you’ve got to try the recipe below which is perfect for this day! It’s similar to a bloody Mary without the vodka, or a bloody Maria without the tequila. This drink uses your favorite beer instead. Cinco de Mayo is …
Beer lovers take note! April 7 is celebrated as National Beer Day. It’s a day to pour yourself a cold glass and celebrate with friends. Did you know that the origin of beer day dates back to the prohibition era? Keep reading to learn more about this delicious beverage. So many national days revolve around …
There are many national days of the year devoted to both alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Can’t make up your mind which one to celebrate? Why not raise a glass to all of them on National Cocktail Day – March 24? It’s always interesting to celebrate a national day that focuses on alcohol. I seem to …
St. Patrick’s Day is quickly approaching! If you need an easy holiday drink, look no further than this green mimosa recipe. It has only four ingredients, and is sure to wow your guests. Come March 17, you’ll find the color green is everywhere, and for good reason! Green is one of the colors of St. …
Did you know, Irish coffee wouldn’t exist without flying boats, a humorous chef, & bad weather? Read to learn the Irish coffee origin story! Both Ireland and America have played a part in Irish coffee history. There’s even a cocktail themed national day dedicated to Irish coffee called National Irish Coffee Day. Let’s learn all …
If you love cocktails, World Bartender Day is for you. This February 24 national day post is filled with bartending facts, history & recipes! Read on to learn who the “father of bartending” is, how much to tip your bartender, ways to celebrate this national day. If you want to try your hand at being …
This simple Love Potion Cocktail is easy to make and so pretty to look at, too. Imagine seeing two of these cocktails on a table next to a bouquet of roses, how romantic! Valentine’s day is a special day to show your love of another person in your life in a special way. One way …
If you love coffee, National Cafe Au Lait Day is for you! Read on for a cafe au lait facts, and more info on this February 17 national day. Maybe you’re a die hard espresso fan, or maybe you like a strong cup of Irish coffee. No matter your coffee preference, join us in celebrating …
This spider cocktail is perfect for your next adult Halloween party. It has a licorice spider garnish that is equally spooky and tasty! Using creative Halloween cocktail garnishes on holidays drinks is a great way to set the mood, and this spider cocktail for Halloween is no exception. Since spiders are a symbol of Halloween, …
There are so many national cocktail days to celebrate during the year. Some of them fall on holidays, while others have their own national day dedicated to them. If you want to celebrate these drinking holidays, the best way to do so is to make their namesake drink! Just remember to enjoy responsibly. All of …