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) …
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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 …
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 cocktail are rum and mint. Since mint grows during the summer months it’s only fitting that National Mojito Day falls annually on July 11th. …
If your favorite spirit is vodka, then you’re in luck! October 4th is celebrated annually as National Vodka Day. While the history of the day is unknown, it’s definitely a day worth celebrating! No matter how you enjoy your vodka – in a cocktail, or over ice – make sure you enjoy responsibly! Keep reading …
There are many national days of the year devoted to 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 learn …
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 …
Baby, it’s cold outside! Grab a mug and get read to warm up with the Irish coffee original recipe, to celebrate National Irish Coffee Day. Irish coffee is equal parts delicious, boozy, caffeinated, and comforting. It’s no surprise that there is a national day to celebrate it! Not only is Irish coffee a great beverage …
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 …
This Vampire cocktail is pure fun, easy to make and sure to get your adult Halloween party started in a spooky way. If you want to go all out, you could even dress up like a vampire while drinking this cocktail. The whimsical licorice spider makes the perfect garnish for this Halloween drink. I love experimenting …
This Ghostbuster cocktail is pure fun, easy to make and full of creamy flavors of Kahlua and Bailey’s Irish Cream. The whimsical whipped cream ghost make the perfect garnish for this Halloween drink. I love experimenting with spooky Halloween cocktails. They put us in a fun mood and let us be more like a kid …
Halloween is right around the corner and that means that it’s time to get devilish! This recipe for a Bloody Mary Cocktail has a whimsical lime devil garnish that is the perfect alternative to the normal stalk of celery. The garnish would be great to serve at a Halloween party. All of your guests would …
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 …
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 …
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 are looking for a cocktail that is pure summer in a glass, you’ll enjoy celebrating National Mint Julep Day – honored each year on May 30. A Mint Julep is a drink that is mentioned in the movie Gone with the Wind, and is considered a Southern drink. It is sugary and minty …
Have you ever tried a Piña Colada? If you haven’t, you definitely should. It’s 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 …
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 …
Easter is not just for the kids with this yummy cocktail recipe. This pretty drink is one that I call an Easter Midnight Kiss Cocktail. It conjures up thoughts of a romantic evening for two before the fun of Easter egg hunts the next morning. If you enjoy making and drinking cocktails, be sure …
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 national day dedicated to Irish coffee called National Irish Coffee Day. Let’s learn all about what …
Even though the season of holiday cocktails is behind us, the desire for something warm and comforting to drink during the cold is not. This is when National Hot Buttered Rum Day on January 17 will warm us to the bones. Keep reading to learn the history of this delicious drink, ways to celebrate the …
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. …
Are you ready to celebrate Cinco de Mayo? I have a delicious cocktail recipe that is perfect for this day. It is called a Michelada cocktail and it’s sort of like a Mexican bloody Mary, but without the vodka. This drink uses your favorite beer instead. Bloody Mary cocktails are fun to tinker with any …
These 20 Halloween cocktail recipes are sure to set the mood for any adult Halloween party. Halloween is such a fun time of the year. It lets the kid in everyone come out. What makes you feel more youthful that dressing up in a fun costume and just plain acting out? If you enjoy making …