Writer and cocktail expert Kara Newman is a fan of Mad Men but not its bone-dry martinis. Instead, her cocktail for watching Mad Men is the Fiery Almond.
Catalina Citrus Sun Tea
Aug 03, 2009 by
This citrus sun tea is made from black tea, mint, fresh citrus juice, orange segments, and lots of bright sun. A simple recipe the kids will love to make.
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Cappuccino
Jul 28, 2009 by
Simple, classic Italian coffee fare. Nothing is quite as satisfying after a meal as a good cup of cappuccino. Authentic.
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Greek-Style Frappe
Jul 28, 2009 by
This frothy Greek Frappe–coffee, sugar, and evaporated milk–is a favorite of the Greek and non-Greek alike. Shaking lends the froth to the frappe.
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Latte Macchiato
Jul 28, 2009 by
For this Italian latte recipe, three layers–milk, espresso, milk foam–create a tri-color drink of java deliciousness. It can be flavored with syrups.
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Pineapple-Tequila Refresco
Jul 13, 2009 by
This recipes for a smoothie-like cocktail has a punch of pineapple flavor and the pure, clear taste of white tequila. Sweet and refreshing.
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Raspberry-Meyer Lemonade with Tequila
Jul 13, 2009 by
A recipe to be whipped up on hot, summer-porch days. Tart raspberries and Meyer lemons mix with tequila for a delicate, sweet cocktail. Great for parties.
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Mexican Chocolate Shake with Chipotle and Almond
Jul 10, 2009 by
Chocolate, cinnamon, and chipotle peppers–dried, smoked jalapenos–give this milkshake a distinctive kick and a bit of heat. Great for burgers, hot dogs.
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Honeydew-Cucumber Shake with Cucumber Granita
Jul 03, 2009 by
Coolness personified. A creamy vanilla-honeydew shake is topped with an icy cucumber-lime granita. A must-make recipe for summer entertaining.
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Ginger Sake Cocktail “Sushi”
Jul 01, 2009 by
Who woulda thunk it? Cubes of sake-ginger-flavored gelatin sit on thin slices of cool cucumber with candied ginger lending a bracing heat.
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Lill’pertif
Jul 01, 2009 by
This cocktail of white Lillet, vermouth, and vodka gets a little bite from a garnish of green olives stuffed with pimento. A summer cocktail party must.
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Malted Caramel Shake
Jun 26, 2009 by
For this milkshake recipe, caramel ice cream is blended with malted milk powder for a mellow, sweet treat everyone will love. Especially the kids.
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Singapore Sling
Jun 23, 2009 by
It doesn’t get more classic than this recipe. Gin, cherry brandy, sweet and sour fruit juices, and club soda. Just the thing for an afternoon on the deck.
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New Zealand Kiwi Sangria
Jun 23, 2009 by
Sangria goes down under. In this recipe, kiwi, white wine (New Zealand sauvignon blanc), melon liqueur, lemon juice, and pineapple make it festive.
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- 10 M
- 4 H
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Pimm’s Cup
Jun 23, 2009 by
The iconic summer cocktail. Traditionally, this gin-based drink sparked with lemonade and ginger ale, is served with just a floating cucumber and mint.
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Burger Bar Milkshakes
Apr 30, 2009 by
There’s a darn good reason why even sophisticates deign to chase burgers with milkshakes. It works. Just as the menu at any burger joint or diner will attest.
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Swedish Christmas Glögg
Dec 01, 2001 by
Glogg is Scandinavian mulled wine served at Christmas. This version combines port wine, brandy, whiskey, raisins, almonds, orange zest, cinnamon, and cardamon.