Cocktail Hour
By Karen Shayne
Welcome to “Cocktail Hour”! This column is all about drinks, the kind that make you smile. We’re here to share the secrets of making great cocktails, from the classics to the cool new ones. Want to know how to make your favorite drinks or hear the stories behind them? You’re in the right place. So, let’s get ready to have fun with drinks and discover some awesome new sips together! Cheers! 🍹🍸🥂
Hydrangea Sunset Cocktail
The Hydrangea Sunset is an easy vodka cocktail made with pineapple juice, fresh lemon, ginger ale and grenadine. Perfect for lake weekends, girls’ nights and summer entertaining.
Aviation Cocktail Recipe: A Light & Floral Spring Drink
A floral, citrus-kissed classic, The Aviation is the perfect spring cocktail—light, elegant, and beautifully refreshing.
Rye Old Fashioned Cocktail: The Original Classic Done Right
The rye Old Fashioned cocktail is more than a drink—it’s the original cocktail. Learn its history, the science behind its balance, and how to craft it the right way.
The Classic Negroni: A Valentine’s Day Cocktail For Him
Looking for a bold Valentine’s Day cocktail? This classic Negroni recipe is the perfect drink “for him.” Made with gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, it’s easy, timeless, and seriously impressive.
Cocktail Hour: Valentine Limoncello Margarita
Inspired by a recipe from Food & Wine magazine, this Valentine Limoncello Margarita is a bright, citrus-forward cocktail perfect for a romantic Valentine’s gathering.