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Pomegranate Mojito Cocktail
The Pomegranate juice and mint simple syrup give this drink a festive feel. 1/4 cup rum 1/4 cup pomegranate juice 2 tablespoons fresh...
Tommy Centola
Dec 5, 20241 min read
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MInt Simple Syrup
With the holidays here, I thought I would share a new beverage. It's perfect for the season. Today, I am sharing one of the ingredients....
Tommy Centola
Dec 2, 20241 min read
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Grapefruit-Sage Champagne Cocktail
Here's a twist on a Mimosa. It has a bigger kick to it. 1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice 1 ounce Sage Simple Syrup (recipe follows) 1 ounce...
Tommy Centola
Nov 16, 20231 min read
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Blood Orange Prosecco Punch
With the holidays approaching, how about some adult beverages. More specifically, adult beverages with bubbles not from soft drinks. 1...
Tommy Centola
Nov 13, 20231 min read
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Blackberry Daiquiri
Last week, I talked about picking blackberries for my grandmother. My understanding is that they were used to make wine. I think she...
Tommy Centola
Aug 3, 20231 min read
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Raspberry Vanilla Frosé
Since we are talking about berries, they are great in summer adult beverages. This week, here are a couple of refreshing drinks with a...
Tommy Centola
Jul 31, 20231 min read
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Blue Hawaiian
This drink was very popular in the sixties. Every few decades, it makes a comback. 1/2 ounce dark rum 1 1/2 ounce light rum 1/2 ounce...
Tommy Centola
Jun 8, 20231 min read
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Caribbean Breeze
With the weather turning warm, I thought a couple of rum drinks would help this week. These recipes are coming from the Original Tortuga...
Tommy Centola
Jun 5, 20231 min read
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Bayou Bloody Mary
Here's a Bloody Mary straight from the swamps. The use of pickled okra as a garnish is not new. adding the brine to the drink is. Smoked...
Tommy Centola
Mar 23, 20231 min read
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Jalapeño Bloody Mary
Just getting back from my St. Patrick's parade. How about a couple of Bloody Mary recipes to keep the festivities going? 6 ounces tomato...
Tommy Centola
Mar 20, 20231 min read
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Christmas Morning Punch from Monica Ritter
This recipe comes from a good friend of my wife's and I. Monica's aunt used to make a punch for the family Christmas parties. Since she...
Tommy Centola
Dec 8, 20221 min read
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Orange Sherbet Punch
Last week, I featured two adult beverages. This week, I want to give equal time to non-alcoholic punches that are great for the entire...
Tommy Centola
Dec 5, 20221 min read
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Creole Egg Nog
One of my favorite winter beverages is Egg Nog. I know that I can enjoy it year round but only drink it during November and December....
Tommy Centola
Dec 1, 20221 min read
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Hot Toddy
When the weather turns cold, we often use our beverages to warm our bodies. This week, I want to share two adult beverages. They will...
Tommy Centola
Nov 28, 20221 min read
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Frozen Bourbon Milk Punch
Here's a twist on the traditional eye-opener. This version's from the Bourbon House. If you have never eaten there, you are really...
Tommy Centola
Feb 17, 20221 min read
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Big Easy Martini's
With Mardi Gras in full swing, how about a couple of adult beverages this week. These New Orleans inspired drinks are a great way to...
Tommy Centola
Feb 14, 20221 min read
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Caribbean Milk Punch
Here is a reimagined classic. From the new Brennan's restaurant, this is a great way to start a breakfast. It's also good as an after...
Tommy Centola
Dec 16, 20211 min read
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Poinsettia Punch
How about a couple of beverages this week? The holiday season is always great for something new to drink. Happy Holidays! 1 cup water 1...
Tommy Centola
Dec 13, 20211 min read
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Mint Julep
I can't think of a drink that is so refreshing. A staple at the Kentucky Derby, this drink is a great way to celebrate spring. I hope you...
Tommy Centola
Apr 1, 20211 min read
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Absinthe Frappee
Spring is here. This week, I want to share two drink recipes from my first cookbook. Absinthe is illegal in the United States. It is made...
Tommy Centola
Mar 29, 20211 min read
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