There’s nothing better than simple, divine cocktails, and this sparkling wine libation featured in our Winter 2019 issue and starring pomegranate and rose offers a bubbly, tart-sweet reason to raise a glass next time you throw a cocktail party or brunch. This recipe stars in our January/Winter 2019 issue of GFF as part of the best brunch we’ve ever thrown. Want the issue and its 50ish recipes? You can get […]
Print Anything but the traditional wine-and-fruit mix, this Camille Becerra gluten-free turmeric sangria cocktail recipe is one of the fiercest, most exciting libations we’ve had in a long time. Make your sangria with sparkling wine to wow everyone at the party and know that you’re enjoying totally gluten-free and very anti-inflammatory turmeric with your sangria You’ll need to juice fresh turmeric root with a juicer or get a juicing […]
Print The essence of Kentucky and the tall, frosty cousin to the julep. Servings 1 Ingredients 8 mint leaves 1 1⁄2 ounces bourbon such as Wild Turkey 81 bourbon 1⁄2 ounce fresh lemon juice 1 1⁄2 ounces pure maple syrup Peychaud’s Aromatic Cocktail Bitters Instructions In a highball glass, tamp 7 of the mint leaves, fill the glass with crushed ice, add the bourbon, lemon juice, and maple syrup, […]
Print The sophisticated version of the classic vacation drink, complete with silky, creamy goodness. Servings 1 Ingredients 5 fresh cilantro leaves 1 ounce vodka 1 ounce reposado tequila such as Espolón Tequila Reposado 1 ounce sweetened coconut milk 1⁄2 ounce fresh lime juice Lime zest for garnish (optional) Instructions In a highball glass, tamp the cilantro leaves, fill the glass with crushed ice, add the vodka, tequila, coconut milk, […]
Print A playful twist on the classic Italian bittersweet cocktail with tropical-spice notes. Servings 1 Ingredients 3⁄4 ounce dry gin such as Bulldog Gin 3⁄4 ounce Campari 3⁄4 ounce John D. Taylor Velvet Falernum a sweet, spiced syrup available at specialty liquor stores 3⁄4 ounce ultrapremium full-bodied vermouth, such as Cinzano 1757 Vermouth 3⁄4 ounce fresh lemon juice 1 long strip orange peel for garnish (optional) Instructions In a […]
Print New Old-Fashioned Chocolate Shake Frosty, thick chocolate shake happiness is yours with Jennifer’s vegan adaptation of the ice cream parlor classic. Servings 1 Ingredients 1 cup full- or light-fat coconut milk chilled 1⁄2 frozen banana peeled and cut into chunks 2 pitted dates 1 teaspoon maple syrup 2 tablespoons unsweetened cacao powder 4 ice cubes Instructions Place all ingredients in a blender or Vitamix, blend until smooth, and […]
Print Feisty, smoky, earthy, and tropically tempting with Latin flair. Servings 1 Ingredients 1 tablespoon thinly sliced baby bell pepper optional 1 1⁄2 ounces white tequila such as Espolón Tequila Blanco 1 tablespoon mescal 1 ounce pineapple juice 1⁄2 ounce fresh lime juice 1⁄2 ounce Habanero Simple Syrup (below) Pinch of red pepper flakes sea salt, and sugar, mixed together, for garnish (optional) Pineapple leaf for garnish (optional) Instructions […]
Print Super approachable and refreshing, with the tropical funkiness we love about Jamaican rums. Servings 1 Ingredients 1 1⁄2 ounces dark Jamaican rum preferably Appleton Estate Reserve Jamaican Rum 4 ounces coconut water 3⁄4 ounce fresh lime juice 1⁄2 ounce Rich Simple Syrup (below) 3 dashes Angostura bitters 1 long strip lime peel for garnish (optional) Instructions In a highball glass filled with crushed ice, add the rum, coconut […]
Print The addition of cranberry juice to this party favorite emphasizes the bitter-and-sweet yin-yang of the margarita and makes for a gorgeous two-tone presentation. Servings 1 margarita Ingredients Margarita salt or kosher salt optional Ice About 4 ounces limeade from frozen concentrate mixed with water 2 ounces good-quality tequila 1/2 ounce triple sec or Grand Marnier 1/2 ounce cranberry juice 2 lime wedges Instructions Sprinkle a layer of salt […]
Print Tamarind Margarita Tamarind is a sour tropical fruit frequently used in Southeast Asian cooking. When made into a paste (available in Asian markets), it’s an outstanding addition to margaritas. We came upon this cocktail that proved the point at the Marriott Cancun Resort and developed a crush on it. Try it and see if you feel the same. Servings 4 cocktails Ingredients 1 tablespoon tamarind pulp available at […]
MAKES 1 This luscious treat is also a protein powerhouse thanks to the milk, ice cream, and 1½ NoGii bars, which has 12 grams of protein and adds extra-delicious dimension with chocolate and salt-kissed caramel. 2 NoGii Dark Chocolate & Sea Salt Caramel Protein D’Lites bars 1 cup vanilla ice cream 1/3 cup milk Whipped cream, for garnish (optional) Maraschino cherry (optional) With a sharp knife, slice one of the […]