The world of Tiki cocktails can be something of a mystery, even for seasoned home bar enthusiasts. Many classic Tiki drinks require multiple different types of rum or special ingredients like orgeat syrup, which can be a hurdle for making them at home. However, there is a classic Tiki cocktail...

Combine navy rum with orange and pineapple juices and cream of coconut for the taste of summer

This light and refreshing blood orange spiked lemonade is made with gin but is just as delicious with vodka. It’s bright, effervescent and not too sweet. The perfect cocktail!. Anybody else still holding tightly onto summer? I’m soaking up these last few weeks with the boys before they go...

Blood Orange Lemonade Gin Spritz

Here's an indisputable fact: It's hot. Soft drinks (or pop, if you're from the Midwest) are a mainstay of backyard bashes and beach snacks, an ice-cold, refreshing relief from the record-high temperatures across the country. So it won’t come as a surprise that TikTok has found a new way to indulge in the OG of sodas—Coca-Cola. What the app has deemed Fluffy Coke is trending as influencers tout its easy-to-prepare creamy goodness. Whether you’re a regular, Coke Zero, or Diet Coke devotee, you can transform your drink into a fluffed-up sip in minutes.

Fluffy Coke Is the Sweet, Refreshing Drink You Need to Survive This Heat Wave

Thanks to treats like Blizzards, Frostys, McFlurrys, and milkshakes, we’re taught early on in life a very joyful message: We need not choose between a dessert and a drink…savor both in one decadent package!. While these ice cream creations are timeless and are a hit with kids at...

This Retro 3-Ingredient Pink Squirrel Cocktail Doubles as a Drink and Dessert

Which came first, orange the color or orange the fruit? According to Mental Floss, the color orange wasn't used until the 1400s, while we have records of the fruit dating back at least 100 years before that. Oranges were first found in tropical Asia, and since then the citrusy fruit and subsequent juice have found their way around the world. Unfortunately, not all orange juices are created equally.

The 6 Best And 6 Worst Orange Juice Brands

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The Mai Tai cocktail isn't just the most iconic tiki drink. It's also a classic rum cocktail that's easy to craft at home and even easier to sip. Saying the words 'mai tai' makes us smile and elicits thoughts of sandy beaches and swaying palm trees. But better than saying the words, we love sipping Mai Tai cocktails whether we're on vacation, in a bar or at home.

Mai Tai: Iconic Tiki Rum Cocktail

The Lemon Drop Martini is a classy citrus sipper that's served with a frosty, sugar-studded rim. It's also super easy to craft at home and tastes like liquid candy. Could there be anything better than a cocktail that tastes like candy? Obviously, this is a rhetorical question for true lovers of both candy and cocktails. The better question is which cocktail tastes like candy without tasting too sweet or, even worse, cloying.

Lemon Drop Martini: Classy Citrus Sipper

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If you're a fan of hearty breakfasts and brunches in Florida, you might have had Keke’s Cafe on your radar. Known for its generous portions and friendly service, Keke’s has been a go-to spot for many. However, the Lake Mary location recently hit a bump in the road, resulting in a temporary shutdown following a state inspection that uncovered 15 violations.

Breakfast Eatery Closed in Florida for Roaches, Dirty Hands, and Cold Foods Over 41 Degrees

The hot summer days call for drinks that are refreshing, have seasonal ingredients, and embrace a party vibe. The scorching August heat means finding central air wherever you can and enjoying the last days of summer with a cocktail in hand. Refreshing, cool drinks and even some frozen options should be at the top of the list as you take those last trips or hit those rooftop hangouts with your girls. If you’re really looking to enjoy those summer days, and mix things up on your palate, whether you’re on the beach or just daydreaming of a vacay, a rum-based option is sure to get the party started. But there are plenty of refreshing spirits out there to help you try something new.

12 Flavorful Cocktails To Drink This August Based On Your Zodiac Sign

If you're looking for a smooth, dark spirit with a complex flavor profile, it's hard to do better than cognac. Named for the Cognac region of France where it's made, this regional grape brandy is popular as a digestif, meaning an after-dinner beverage. As such, it's often served neat and at room temperature. However, if you're not a fan of drinking liquor on its own, there are other ways to enjoy cognac.

The Best Cocktails For Cognac

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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Combine the flavors of a strawberry margarita in creamy dreamy popsicle is sure to be a hit at your summer gatherings. Years ago one of my neighbors brought the most amazing creamy margarita pops to a pool party. They were so refreshing on the 100+ degree day. It has been on my list to make them since that day.

Strawberry Margarita Pops: Creamy & Refreshing!

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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This recipe is sooo tasty! It truly is for garlic lovers! It involves sautéing onions and mushrooms in butter and oil until golden, then adding wine to reduce. Garlic, thyme, and parsley are stirred in for flavor, followed by seasoning with salt and pepper. The dish is garnished with additional parsley and served warm, making for a savory, aromatic side. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Garlic Mushrooms in Brown Butter Herb Sauce

Mug cakes became quite the rage here in the States a few years back, and now, they have made it across the Atlantic to Italy. I was so excited to see Tazza di Torta popping up on menus during my last visit to Rome. I decided it would be fun to take my favorite Italian dessert, affogato, which is simply a scoop of gelato served with a hot pour of espresso on top, with mug cake. The cake is simple and gets a nice rich middle from the chocolate hazelnut spread. Then, the espresso and gelato take you right to the edge, of the mug, and your seat.

Affogato Mug Cake

Sweet tea—or as they call it in the South, “tea”—is an American summertime institution. It combines all the key elements of a hot-weather beverage: It’s cold (preferably iced), sweet, light, and refreshing. It’s even got caffeine, so it packs a bit of a punch. And since it's not a soda and is technically derived from a plant, it has the faint aura of being healthy (just don’t look too closely at the nutrition facts on the back of the bottle).

I Tried 9 Grocery Store Sweet Tea Brands, and There Was a Very Clear Winner

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This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission. This Pineapple Coconut Water recipe is a refreshing and hydrating beverage perfect for hot days or any time you need a tropical escape. This delicious drink has no added sugar and is a the perfect choice for quick refreshment. It can also be used as a natural electrolyte drink.

Pineapple Coconut Water Recipe (No Added Sugar)

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The bourbon from the stalwart brand features an age statement for the first time since 2014.

Jim Beam's Tasty New Whiskey Is Surprisingly Cheap

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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By keeping a few key ingredients on hand, you can throw together these simple summer cocktails when friends drop by to visit or whenever the urge strikes. Summertime is relaxed and informal. I often find my friends like to stop by for a casual visit in the late afternoon or early evening. They often ask me how I can throw together a last-minute cocktail visit. It’s pretty easy.

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The 8 Best 2-Ingredient Vodka Drinks For Any Occasion

It’s mixing time! Whether you’re hosting a brunch, pre-game, or party, cocktails are always fun and necessary to have. However, it can get a bit overwhelming...

The 8 Best 2-Ingredient Vodka Drinks For Any Occasion

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