Drinks, Cocktails and Mocktails
Champagne Margarita
This Champagne Margarita is such a refreshing a festive cocktail for a celebration like New Year’s, anniversary or a birthday party. Sometimes you just need something more special than plain champagne and this cocktail has all the flavor of margarita but with a light and bright bubbly factor with each sip.
Bubble Gum Martini
This candy inspired Bubble Gum Martini is not only “pretty-in-pink” but also very delicious. One sip just might send you to Candyland, on top of Gum Drop Mountain! This two-ingredient cocktail is simple to make and impressive to serve at any cocktail party, bachelorette party or game night (for adults). Learn how to make a bubble gum martini.
Bubblegum Hibiscus Boba Tea (Bubble Tea)
This vegan and gluten free Bubblegum Hibiscus Boba Tea has a deliciously fun flavor and lovely color along with some healthy benefits from the hibiscus tea. This one-serving recipe makes approximately 15 ounces (including the tapioca pearls.) How to make homemade bubble tea, easy recipe.
Cotton Candy Glitter Bombs
Recipe and instructions for Cotton Candy Glitter Bombs that you can use in champagne, sparkling cider or any drink that has some translucent qualities in it. These Cotton Candy Glitter Bombs were made using flavored cotton candy and edible glitter and would be great for parties such as bridal showers, gender reveal, birthday or New Year's celebrations.
Green Apple Matcha Bubble Tea (Boba)
This Green Apple Matcha Bubble Tea is a delicious and energizing sip. Full of flavor with sweet and chewy tapioca pearls. Vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free. Also called pearl tea milk, pearl tea, boba tea or tapioca milk tea. Bubble tea was invented in Taiwan in the 1980’s. What is Bubble Tea? Sweetened tea, milk and tapioca pearls are the simplified recipe. Vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free.
Lavender London Fog
This dairy-free Lavender London Fog Latte is a breeze to make, as easy as 1-2-3! I wanted to enjoy a little sip of the British life and boy does this unique tea concoction satisfy in a most delicious way. This drink was inspired by the Queen’s Jubilee celebration honoring her 70th year in the British Monarchy reign. It’s vegan and dairy-free and makes a 10oz serving.
Strawberry Sangria
I love finding creative new ways to use strawberries during their peak season and I was inspired to create a refreshing summer drink. My Strawberry Sangria brings a fresh, candied flavor with a hint of amaretto. This can easily be made into a non-alcoholic “mock sangria” using red grape juice. Recipe for a Red Strawberry Sangria using a flavor syrup and red wine.
Cheerwine Cherry Bounce
The Cherry Bounce is actually the official drink of Raleigh, the state capital of North Carolina and has a long history in the area and even enjoyed by George Washington in the 1700's. My version is made with a North Carolina soft drink, Cheerwine, a cherry flavored soda for a fun and full of cherry flavor sip!
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Pumpkin Spice Latte is most everyone's favorite seasonal beverage with all the traditional autumn spices in a hot cozy cup of coffee and frothy milk blended together in delightful bliss. My version is dairy-free and naturally sweetened and comes together in just a few minutes. What a delicious way to start your day, or perhaps an afternoon pick me up!
Easy Hot Apple Cider
This recipe for Easy Hot Apple Cider is quick and simple to make. Enjoy all the smells and tastes of the autumn in a glass of this delicious hot apple cider. Made with help from instant apple cider mix, along with real apple and orange slices and the lovely warm spice from cinnamon sticks and cloves.
Shark Attack Drink
This fun and quirky Shark Attack Drink was inspired by Shark Week, a 30 year+ tradition on the Discovery channel. Fascinated with all the amazing facts about the many shark species and their behavior, this drink is my nod to the dangerous, yet fascinating king of the sea, the SHARK.
Tropical Detox Smoothie
The inspiration for this smoothie comes from my favorite smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Café, the Detox Island Green Smoothie. Pineapple, Mango, Banana, Spinach, Kale, Fresh Ginger, that’s it! It has the lowest calorie and sugar count on their smoothie menu. It’s naturally sweetened from the fresh fruit and no dairy is added. My recipe does not include kale, however, the taste is still amazing and fresh and now you can make your own at home with this recipe!
Red, White and Blue Sangria Mocktail
Sangria’s are usually made with wine, but let’s let the kids enjoy this special treat also! This patriotic Red, White, and Blue Sangria is a “mocktail” for everyone to enjoy. Made with white grape juice, raspberries, blueberries, and apples that have been cut into star shapes. It’s a great way to sneak some healthy fruit in for the kids! …with the fun star shapes, how could they resist this tasty and festive drink?
Watermelon Kiwi Quencher
Full of vitamins, electrolytes and lycopene, this Watermelon Kiwi Quencher drink is just what anyone needs to replenish after a long day of playing or working outside. Made with fresh watermelon, kiwis, and strawberry sports drink, it will keep you or your kids hydrated on a hot summer day. Easy to make watermelon drink. Healthy, dairy free, and vegan. How to make a refreshing watermelon kiwi drink for summer.
Raspberry Hot Mocha
Doesn’t everyone just love a indulgent hot cup of coffee or cocoa every now and then? This Raspberry Hot Mocha will definitely hit the spot and fulfill your sweet craving. This recipe is made on the stovetop with a few simple ingredients and serves two. It’s rich chocolate flavor combined with the sweet raspberry makes this a most enjoyable indulgence! If you prefer cold, just let cool and pour over ice for a perfect hot weather refreshment!
Strawberry Lemonade
This easy recipe for fresh Strawberry Lemonade will make you want to kick back on your rocking chair on a hot summer’s day and just take it all in and savor every last drop. Made from fresh strawberries and fresh lemons, you can’t go wrong and will certainly be satisfied.
Pollinator Mocktail
Pollen season was definitely the inspiration for this mocktail I named the Pollinator. just three simple ingredients, honey simple syrup, lemon juice and ginger ale. Give it a try and you will find it very refreshing! You can also easily add some gin, rum or whiskey to make this a fun cocktail to share with friends.