The true margarita--a blend of lime juice, orange liqueur, and tequila--is racy and streamlined, a drink that balances sour, sweet, and salty sensations...
Author: Martha Stewart
Rosemary syrup gives this fizzy lemonade a distinctive flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
All kinds of cocktails perk up when herbs are added to the mix. The key to extracting the herbs' flavors and fragrant oils is muddling -- done with a traditional...
Author: Martha Stewart
Spanish for "fresh water," this light fruit drink is super refreshing and easy to make. For the best flavor, be sure to start with sweet, ripe fruit.
Author: Martha Stewart
Recipe courtesy of Tony Abou-Ganim, from his book, " The Modern Mixologist."
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
This recipe for frozen vodka was adapted from Martha Stewart's "Entertaining." It makes for a great summer bar display.
Author: Martha Stewart
The horchata sherbet can be prepared up to a month in advance and makes more than you need for these shakes. Try it solo with fresh berries. Recipe adapted...
Author: Martha Stewart
Sangria made with rose wine and chock-full of citrus fruit and melon provides light refreshment.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
An earthy, sweet pear-cider cocktail is tinged with whiskey -- a perfect drink for a cold day.
Author: Martha Stewart
Nothing welcomes guests for an outdoor party like a spritzer. Made with or without wine, they make refreshing, elegant coolers.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fresh peaches lend their heady fragrance and sweet, summery taste to these margaritas.
Author: Martha Stewart
Mix up a pitcher of cocktails and you'll spend less time playing bartender. This sweet-tart combo of rose, sour cherries, and simple syrup starts the party...
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
For this drink, we like to use Laird's Applejack, an American apple brandy.
Author: Martha Stewart
Add a flavorful new twist to sweet sangria with passion fruit puree and citrus fruit in this recipe from chef Jean-George Vongerichten's "Home Cooking...
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Bittersweet Campari, tangy grapefruit juice, and club soda make these invigorating spritzers a sparkling addition to any party.
Author: Martha Stewart
One of the oldest American cocktails, the mint julep originated in Virginia and was popularized in Kentucky. The two states have bickered over the proper...
Author: Martha Stewart
This stunning thirst-quencher gets its deep red color from dried hibiscus flowers, which are sold as flor de jamaica at Latin grocers. The hibiscus mixture...
Author: Martha Stewart
Fresh plums are used to make a simple syrup in this summery take on the classic cocktail, as well as to garnish the finished drink.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fruit juice is a great way to sweeten iced tea brews naturally. The raisins in this recipe also add a natural sweetness.
Author: Martha Stewart
A basic brunch turns into a tropical party when you serve this mouthwatering ombre mocktail.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fancy something cold instead? This recipe is also the base for our Rich Frozen Hot Chocolate.
Author: Martha Stewart
Frozen-melon scoops take the place of ice cubes in this rum-spiked fruit punch and add pops of color and sweetness.
Author: Martha Stewart
Try to find ruby-red or star-ruby grapefruit, since their dark-pink flesh makes the most beautiful juice.
Author: Martha Stewart
This cocktail, originally made with French Sazerac Cognac, is a New Orleans classic.
Author: Martha Stewart
This pomegranate punch is a sweet-tart elixir amped up with ginger and apricot nectar. Add a neutral spirit like vodka, if desired, and serve it alongside...
Author: Martha Stewart
An icyorange squeeze featuresvodka, and fresh lime andorange juices.
Author: Martha Stewart
Serve this sweet tropical drink alongside savory Jamaican beef patties.
Author: Martha Stewart
This classic, refreshing lemonade gets an extra burst of flavor with sprinkled blueberries.
Author: Martha Stewart
This traditional sidecar drink recipe is courtesy of Ti Adelaide Martin and Lally Brennan, authors of "In the Land of Cocktails."
Author: Martha Stewart
This easy-to-make nonalcoholic drink is inspired by traditional Mexican fruit beverages.
Author: Martha Stewart
This refreshing aperitif cocktail (pictured on the left) features Strega, a minty and citrusy herbal liqueur from Italy. It will not only perk up the appetite,...
Author: Riley Wofford
This infusion can be a soothing antidote on a chilly winter day -- but it's equally delicious chilled and served on ice.
Author: Martha Stewart
Toasted almonds add complexity to this hot-milk drink.
Author: Martha Stewart
These citrusy rum-based drinks are laced with brown sugar and charged with fresh mint.
Author: Martha Stewart
"A cold glass of lemonade is so refreshing on a hot summer day. My favorite recipes are full of lemon flavor. This one uses the fruit in three ways: its...
Author: Martha Stewart
While ginkgo can help with many conditions, including circulatory disorders, asthma, and allergic inflammation, its best-documented benefit is for memory...
Author: Martha Stewart
Pineapple and lemon turn basic hot water into a fun flavored beverage. Also try:3 Easy Homemade Infusions, from Martha Stewart Living
Author: Martha Stewart
A cocktail worthy of Fred Astaire -- honeydew, lime juice, mint, and vodka, whirred in a blender and poured over crushed ice.
Author: Martha Stewart
This margarita recipe from chef Rick Bayless includes cucumber, which gives it a cool, melon-like flavor.
Author: Martha Stewart
Sherry comes in many styles that vary in body and color. This cocktail calls for amontillado, which is light and naturally dry -- a savory contrast to...
Author: Martha Stewart
Like a creamy, orange ice-cream pop, this cocktail marries vanilla and orange. But the drink includes two liqueurs, so it's for adults only.
Author: Martha Stewart