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Great cocktails arent overrated.
In other words, while we still lovebeerandwine, a well-made cocktail isnt overrated.
These drinks span all seasons and occasions and will always be a welcome addition to any spread.
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Need a New Years Eve cocktail?
Try our zesty PlazaChampagnePunch.
Looking for a drink to sip while relaxing in the backyard with friends?
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Give our crisp Elderflower Spritz a whirl.
Keep reading for more cocktail recipes that never disappoint!
Serve this cocktail onNew Years Eve, or really any other celebratory occasion.
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Garnish with an orange twist and serve in a heatproof glass coffee mug.
Champagne Cocktail No.
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This colorful and bubbly cocktail can be enjoyed no matter what time of year it is.
Jen Causey
Top with a rim of sugar instead of salt for extra sweetness to cut the kick.
With eight servings per batch, you’ll have more time to join in the party.
Garnish with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry, and enjoy!
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Garnish with a grapefruit peel twist, a spicy salted rim, or both.
It may be simple, but its always refreshing and delicious.
Three cheers to that!
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Peach Smash
Fred Hardy
Put your summerpeach haulto good use and whip up this bourbon-based cocktail.
If youve got a pool party or backyard BBQ coming up, this is the perfect drink to serve.
Elderflower Spritz
If youre looking for an easy-drinking spritz, this is the one for you.
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The resulting cocktail is refreshing, crisp, and not too heavy on the boozeperfect for summertime sipping!
Tarragon French 75
This twist on a classy cocktail is the perfect start to a dinner party.
And thats not all!
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Coffee Spritz
Having company and want to impress them with something a little different?
Forget the typical coffee cocktail.
This coffee spritz is a unique twist that mixes cold brew and bourbon.
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A splash of OJ and club soda make it refreshing, too.
Serve with a slice of mango and your guests are sure to be wowed.
Garnish with a few pimiento-stuffed olives and enjoy!
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