With warmer weather finally here to stay, picnics and outdoor get-togethers are everyone’s favorite activities! If you get roped into being the bartender this weekend, this fresh, minty cocktail is a great throw-together drink that will still impress (and refresh) a crowd.
Read moreThirsty Thursday: Pomegranate Mimosa
May 9, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
It’s almost Mother’s Day (now’s the time to send a last-minute card if you haven’t already!) so it seems appropriate to highlight a cocktail worthy of toasting the great moms in your life. This Pomegranate Mimosa is easy enough to throw together last minute, but special enough for guests. So if you are already planning a Mother’s Day brunch, make sure to add this to the rotation/meal plan! If you’re scrambling for some ideas, check out these 25 brunch recipes that are sure to impress!
Read moreThirsty Thursday: 3 Margarita Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
May 2, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
You may think of these drinks are calorie-laden sugar bombs, but made the right way margaritas don’t have to be off limits. Using fresh lime juice instead of a packaged mix is one easy way to revamp the flavor and calories of your margarita.
Read moreThirsty Thursday: Coconut-Kale Smoothie
April 25, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
In honor of Earth Day, we thought a green smoothie would be the perfect sipper to highlight for this week’s Thirsty Thursday. The delicious Coconut-Kale Smoothie, from our diet and fitness blogger Tina Haupert, has all the health benefits of leafy greens (vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin K just to name a few) hidden behind the tropical flavors of coconut and banana.
Read moreThirsty Thursday: Passion Fruit Mimosa
April 18, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
It’s nearing the end of the workweek, so by now you’re probably looking forward to some much-needed relaxation. If your weekend plans include chatting with friends over a long brunch, we’ve got the perfect drink for you–the Passion Fruit Mimosa.
Read moreThirsty Thursday: Pomegranate and Lime Iced Tea
April 11, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
This drink is best enjoyed while relaxing outside and soaking up some much-needed vitamin D (porch swings are even better!). More sophisticated than your average cup of iced tea, this Pomegranate and Lime Iced Tea looks and tastes great, but is easy to make.
Read moreThirsty Thursday: Mango-Avocado Margarita
April 4, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
A smoothie and a cocktail all in one…that’s what you’ll get when you sip on this Mango-Avocado Margarita. The mango and lime juice in this tasty drink packs it with vitamin C, so it’s a healthy indulgence.
Read moreThirsty Thursday: White Peaches & Prosecco
March 28, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
Planning an Easter brunch or spring party? Consider serving this light and refreshing White Peaches and Prosecco Cocktail.
Read moreThirsty Thursday: Mangojito
March 21, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
Drink to the new season (Spring is officially here!) with this mango-infused cocktail. At only 197 calories, it won’t hinder you from getting back into swimsuit shape.
Read morePucker Up With This Key Lime Margarita Recipe
March 7, 2013 | By Alyssa Walter
Liven up your Thursday by sipping on one of these deliciously tart Key Lime Margaritas. Using key limes instead of the usual variety gives this cocktail a tart kick and the optional addition of jalapeño chili sauce adds a spicy twist. Better yet, although this margarita is packed with flavor it isn’t laden with calories…in fact, it’s under 300!
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