Strawberry Moonshine Julep

The most famous drink of the Kentucky Derby, of course, is the Mint Julep.

Why not try a twist on that drink with this drink recipe for a Strawberry Moonshine Julep.

Strawberry Moonshine Julep

Ingredients:

2 ounces Junior Johnson Midnight Moon Moonshine
2 large quartered strawberries
1/2 ounce lemon juice
4 fresh mint leaves
2 teaspoons sugar

Directions:

Place sugar, strawberries, and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker.  Stir and allow to soak until strawberries become soft.  Add Junior Johnson Midnight Moon Moonshine and lemon juice.  Top off with ice.  Strain vigorously and serve in a large cocktail glass.

Enjoy, and remember to drink responsibly!

Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka Drink Recipes

Direct from the Pinnacle Cocktail Catalog, here are some Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka Drink Recipes for You!

Chocolate Covered Cherry Drink Recipe

Kentucky Sunshine

Cherries 'N Cream Drink Recipe

Cherry Rocket Drink Recipe

Cherry Cream Soda

Cran Cream Cherry Shot

Cherry Island Drink Recipe

Tropical Cherry Drink Recipe

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Tropical Cherry Drink Recipe

Try this great drink recipe from Pinnacle vodka to get you in the spirit of the summer!

Tropical Cherry Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

2 parts Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
1 part Calico Jack Coconut Rum
1 part orange juice

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with an orange slice.

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Cherry Island Drink Recipe

With summer not far away, here's a great pool side drink recipe for you!

Cherry Island Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

2 part Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
1 part DeKuyper Triple Sec
1 part Pineapple Juice

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.  Garnish with an orange wedge.

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Cran Cream Cherry Shot

How about a delicious shot using Pinnacle's Cherry Whipped Vodka!

Here's the drink recipe for you!

Cran Cream Cherry Shot

Ingredients:

1 part Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
1 part Cranberry Juice

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a shot glass.

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Cherry Cream Soda

This drink recipe is a lot like the Cherry Rocket from Pinnacle, without the cranberry juice.

Cherry Cream Soda Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

1 part Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
2 parts cola

Directions:

Mix in a glass with ice and garnish with a cherry.

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Cherry Rocket Drink Recipe

Here's a tasty sounding recipe from Pinnacle vodka!

Cherry Rocket Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

1 part Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
2 parts Club soda
Splash of cranberry juice.

Directions:

Mix in a glass with ice and garnish with a lime wedge.

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Cherries n' Cream Drink Recipe

This one from Pinnacle sounds delicious! 

Cherries n' Cream Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

2 parts Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
1 part White Crème de Cocoa
1 part cream
Splash of Grenadine

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass.  Garnish with a cherry.

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Kentucky Sunshine

I love the creativity of this one, from Pinnacle.

It's a take off the tequila sunrise, using Kentucky bourbon instead.

Here's the drink recipe for you.

Kentucky Sunshine Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

2 parts Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
1 part orange juice
1 part Jim Beam Bourbon
Dash of Grenadine

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with an orange slice and cherry.

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Chocolate Covered Cherry Drink Recipe

Straight from Pinnacle Vodka, here is their drink recipe for you!

Chocolate Covered Cherry Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

2 parts Pinnacle Cherry Whipped Vodka
1 part half & half
Splash Chocolate Syrup

Directions:

Rim martini glass with shaved chocolate.
Shake with ice, strain into prepared martini glass, and garnish with a cherry.

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Hanky Panky Drink Recipe

Thanks for taking the time to review this great drink recipe, which includes the blended Italian liqueur, Fernet Branca.

Without further ado, here is the drink recipe for you.

Hanky Panky Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

1-1/2 ounces gin
1-1/2 ounces sweet vermouth
2 dashes Fernet Branca

Directions:

Pour ingredients over ice into a cocktail shaker.  Shake and pour into a chilled martini glass.  Garnish with an orange slice. 

Thanks to Seriouseats.com.  Check out their site for another version of the Hanky Panky Drink Recipe!

St. Patrick's Tasting Event

Taking time here to evaluate Chalet Party Shoppe's St. Patrick's Tasting Event.



First of all, I brought a rookie with me, so I didn't have the chance to visit all of the tables.  But that's ok, because it's always a great opportunity to introduce someone new to Chalet's great tasting events!

Table 10 had the standard Jameson Irish Whiskey, Paddy Irish Whiskey and of course when you're talking Irish whiskey, you can't forget Red Breast. 

I'm a huge Jameson fan, but wasn't offered to taste that one.  I did, however, ask to taste the Red Breast 12 Year.  I was surprised that it wasn't smoother, at $49.99 a bottle.  The taste was good, with a peppery spice finish and hints of a spicy liquorice.  Although, I think, I'll stick to my Jack Daniels.  (If I want liquorice flavor I'll drink Anisette.)

One of my favorites, Randy of RNDC, was manning Table 6.  Randy was probably more prepared for the crowd than anyone.  He had an inexpensive Concannon Irish Whiskey mixed with ginger ale, ready to go, that went down smooth.  Also, he had poured some Michael Collins Irish Whiskey and Tullamore Dew samples.

The Michael Collins has a very similar taste to one of my favorites, Jameson.  It is however, a little less expensive.  Smooth, for the every day whiskey drinker.

For a little smoother taste (and not the average whiskey neat drinker), he also had Tullamore Dew poured.  Tullamore Dew has a higher concentration of malt than your typical grain whiskeys, and is triple distilled, but still very reasonably priced.

Finally, Table 4, had nothing involving the Irish, but I loved it.  It's no surprise that Kevin from Crossroad Vintners had something to trick my trigger.

He had a couple of drinks mixed in shakers and was giving small tastings of those.  I got a chance to taste the Mezcal Jalapeno and the Bone Snapper.  The Bone Snapper reminded me of the Italian Assassin, which is one of my favorite drinks, just a little lighter.  I was surprised I liked the Mezcal Jalapeno, so well, because I'm not typically a hot pepper person.  Although, I do enjoy the taste of a good tequila!

Kevin also had a Smokey Margarita and Backbone Manhattan ready for anyone to taste! 

Great table!  Thanks, Kevin!

When asked for a sweet wine, Stan was able to point us in the right direction.  Table 9 had Enotria Moscato, which was the closest thing to a sweet wine in the whole tasting.  For my sidekick, that was a little disappointing.  Chalet tasting advisors might consider Moscatos are more popular now because more people like sweeter wines.

However, we did enjoy the new Shock Top HoneyCrisp Apple Wheat Beer, that Anheuser Busch brought to their table.  We spent the night comparing it to the Redd's Apple Ale.  I enjoyed both, but my sidekick preferred the Shock Top.  Just goes to show everyone has their own palate!

Note:  There were a number of wine tables I did not visit, and other tables that I have not mentioned in this article.  Watch for future blog entries and updates to this article.



Italian Assassin Drink Recipe

I've been drinking Italian Assassin's for years.  Fortunately for me, I recently discovered Lazzaroni Amaretto, thanks to Kevin @ Crossroad Vintners. 

This is what I consider a 'True' Italian Assassin.

Here's the drink recipe for you!

Ingredients:

1 ounce Jack Daniels
1 ounce Lazzaroni Amaretto

Directions:

Pour Jack Daniels and Lazzaroni Amaretto over ice.  Stir, drink and enjoy!

Here's a little info on the Lazzaroni Amaretto:

  • Made and Bottled in Saronno Italy
  • Since 1851
  • Made by Infusion of Amaretti Di Saronno Cookies
  • Product of Italy
What better way to make an Italian Assassin!

Backbone Manhattan Drink Recipe

This is another one of the drinks that I didn't get a chance to try.

However, if you are a regular Manhattan drinker, I think this version should definitely be on your drink menu!

Backbone Manhattan Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

2 oz. Backbone Bourbon
1 oz. Dolin Rouge Vermouth
2 tsp. Angostura Bitters
Maraschino Cherry for garnish

Directions:

Stir ingredients in mixing glass with ice cubes.  Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with cherry.

And, as always, drink responsibly!

Bone Snapper Drink Recipe

This one I really like.  It is kind of a take off of the Italian Assassin.  Of course, a totally different type of whiskey and they are adding some juice.  So, it isn't nearly as stout, but it is a little smoother going down for those who are not quite 'real' whiskey drinkers.



Bone Snapper Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

1 oz. Lazzaroni Amaretto
1 oz. Bone Snapper Rye Whiskey
2 oz. Cranberry Juice

Directions:

Pour ingredients in shaker with ice.  Strain into an old fashioned glass with ice.

And, of course, always remember to drink responsibly!

Smokey Margarita Drink Recipe

Here's another one from Kevin of Crossroads, at last night's tasting.  I didn't get a chance to try it, but it sounds like it has great flavor.

Smokey Margarita Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

1 1/2 oz. Los Nahuales Blanco Mezcal
1/2 oz. Lemon Juice
3/4 oz. Orange Liqueur
1/4 oz. Peychaud's Bitters

Directions:

Shake ingredients with ice.  Strain into a chilled martini glass.

Mezcal Jalapeno Drink Recipe

Here is one of the drink recipes from Kevin of Crossroad Vintners at the Chalet Party Shoppes St. Patrick's Day tasting last night.

Mezcal Jalapeno Drink Recipe

Ingredients:

1 1/2 oz. Los Nahuales Blanco Mezcal
1/2 oz. Lemon Juice
2 slices Jalapeno
Ginger Beer

Directions:

Muddle Jalapeno with lemon juice.  Add mescal, ice cubes and shake.  Stain into Collins glass over ice and fill with ginger beer.

I'm not typically a tequila drinker, nor do I eat jalapeno peppers, however, this was one really touched my pallet.  Great drink!  Thanks Kevin!

Irish Whiskey Sour

Here's another Irish drink recipe for you....

Irish Whiskey Sour


Ingredients:

Lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon egg white
2 ounces of your favorite Irish whiskey
chipped ice
splash of soda

Directions:

Pour ingredients over chipped ice, adding Irish whiskey last and then topping with a splash of soda.


Jameson Whiskey Drink Recipes


  Jameson Whiskey Drink Recipes for you!

Jameson Whiskey Sour with a Playful Twist


Ingredients:

2 ounces Jameson Whiskey
1 ounce rhubarb syrup
2/3 ounce lemon juice
1 teaspoon Gomme syrup
1 stick vanilla poached rhubarb

Directions:

Pour ingredients into a shaker filled with ice.  Shake and strain into your favorite cocktail glass.  Garnish with a stick of rhubarb.

Jameson Notes: "The silkiness of the vanilla poached rhubarb is the perfect foil to the citrus sour and the warming notes of the Jameson."

Jameson Manhattan with a Playful Twist


Ingredients:

1-2/3 ounces Jameson Whiskey
1 tablespoon Lillet Rouge
2 teaspoons Sweet Sherry
Dash Regans Orange Bitters
Orange Twist

Directions:

Stir the Jameson, Lillet, Sherry and Bitters in a mixing glass filled with rock ice and then strain into a chilled Martini glass before garnishing with the orange twist.

Jameson Notes:  "The addition of the sweet sherry brings out the whiskey’s sherry notes. This twisted Manhattan is equally enjoyed at home before or after a meal as it is so rich and luscious."
 

Here are a couple of Jameson Whiskey drink recipes from FoodandWine.com for you!

Old Irish Cure Recipe


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Ingredients:
  • 1-1/3 ounce Jameson Whiskey
  • 1/3 ounce dark rum
  • 2-1/2 teaspoons Calvados
  • 1/3 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey mixed with 1/2 teaspoon of water
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger juice
  • dash of Angostura bitters
  • 1 thin apple slice

Directions:
Pour ingredients in a shaker filled with ice and shake well. Strain into a chilled coupe and garnish with the apple slice.

Tommy Gun Drink Recipe

Ingredients:
  • 2 thin fresh ginger slices
  • 1 teaspoon apricot jam
  • 1/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 2 ounce Jameson Whiskey
  • 1/2 ounce Grand Marnier
  • 1 lemon twist

Directions:
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the ginger with the jam and lemon juice. Add ice and the whiskey and Grand Marnier; shake well. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with the lemon twist.


Nor'easter Drink Recipe

If you're looking for something different to do with your whiskey, instead of the typical whiskey and Coke, or just on the rocks, try the Nor'easter for a great flavor where you can still taste your whiskey.

The Nor'easter

Ingredients:

2 ounces of your choice of whiskey
1/2 ounce pure maple syrup
1/2 ounce fresh lime juice

Directions:

Pour ingredients into a shaker filled with ice.  Shake and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass.  Top with ginger beer and garnish with a slice of lime.

Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Vodka

Add the chocolatey flavor to Pinnacle's Whipped Vodka, and you get Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Vodka. 

Pinnacle has many drink recipes for you.  Here are just a few!

Chocolate Chip Pancake

Ingredients:

2 ounces Pinnacle® Chocolate Whipped Vodka
1 ounce half & half
Splash Maple Syrup

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass rimmed with cocoa powder.

Chocolate Frosting Martini



Ingredients:
2 ounces Pinnacle® Chocolate Whipped Vodka
1 ounce DeKuyper® Buttershots® Butterscotch flavored vodka
1/2 ounce Kamora® Coffee Liqueur
Splash Half & Half

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Top with a dollop of whipped cream.

Pineapple Fondue

Ingredients:
 
1 ounce Pinnacle® Chocolate Whipped Vodka
1 ounce Pineapple Juice

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a shot glass.

Chocolate Paradise (This one sounds delicious!)

Ingredients:

1 ounce Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Vodka
4 ounces club soda
Splash of Pineapple Juice

Directions:

Mix in a glass with ice and garnish with a pineapple slice.


Enjoy, and always remember to drink responsibly!





 


Chocolate Paradise

Here's another great drink recipe for you, brought to us by Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Vodka.

Chocolate Paradise (This one sounds delicious!)

Ingredients:

1 ounce Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Vodka
4 ounces club soda
Splash of Pineapple Juice

Directions:
Mix in a glass with ice and garnish with a pineapple slice.

Pinnacle Fondue

Enjoy this great drink recipe from Pinnacle Vodka, with one of our favorite flavors....Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Vodka!

Pineapple Fondue

Ingredients:

1 ounce Pinnacle® Chocolate Whipped Vodka
1 ounce Pineapple Juice

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a shot glass.

Chocolate Frosting Martini

Here is another drink recipe using the delicious Pinnacle Chocolate Whipped Vodka, from Pinnacle's drink recipe guide.

Chocolate Frosting Martini

Ingredients:
2 ounces Pinnacle® Chocolate Whipped Vodka
1 ounce DeKuyper® Buttershots® Butterscotch flavored vodka
1/2 ounce Kamora® Coffee Liqueur
Splash Half & Half

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Top with a dollop of whipped cream.

Chocolate Chip Pancake Drink Recipe

This Chocolate Chip Pancake Drink Recipe is brought to you by Pinnacle Vodka.

Chocolate Chip Pancake

Ingredients:

2 ounces Pinnacle® Chocolate Whipped Vodka
1 ounce half & half
Splash Maple Syrup

Directions:

Shake with ice and strain into a chilled martini glass rimmed with cocoa powder.