Category: Cocktails

Moscow Unicorn (fruity Moscow Mule cocktail)

If you have never tried a Moscow Mule…it’s quite manly. When I say manly I mean…it packs a bit of a kick. That, I assume, is from the vodka. Or the ginger beer. So, our version mellows it out just a bit. Adding cranberry juice and a wee bit of sugar takes the manly away and makes it just…man?

I am so very happy it’s New Year’s Eve! That means the holidays are just about over.  Not that I don’t love them….I really do.  But after about a week of friends, family, parties, and my children being at home, I am ready to get back to the start of work.  Maybe that’s just because my job is fun.  But either way, too much vacation is enough to make a person insane. Or need a cocktail. A strong one.  Like a Moscow Mule cocktail. Well, truly…we are calling it a Moscow Unicorn because it has been girlified for my “dignified” tastes.

the Moscow Unicorn a girly moscow mule cocktail recipe.

 If you have never tried a Moscow Mule…it’s quite manly. When I say manly I mean…it packs a bit of a kick. That, I assume, is from the vodka. Or the ginger beer. So, my sister’s version mellows it out just a bit. Adding cranberry juice and a wee bit of sugar takes the manly away and makes it just…man? Um, okay, that’s strange. Either way, Moscow Mules are way more delicious when we take away the “mule” and insert “unicorn”.  You need to try this drink!  So simple and good. Just like our favorite cocktails should be.

We really love that the moscow mule uses only one type of alcohol, which makes the run to the liquor store much less expensive.  And the fact that it doesn’t need a shaker or any fancy cocktail tools is definitely a bonus!

This is a great drink to have for your New Year’s party because it is so easily adaptable.  It can be as strong or as weak as you like, and it can easily be made virgin for kids who might be at the party.  Just add this gentle drink in among your traditional, stronger cocktails and everyone will be excited to try it!

Maybe you aren’t into drinks with alcohol? That’s okay.  No judgement. If you love ginger, try my ginger tea…guaranteed love!  Or good old hot chocolate is always a winner!  And we have quite an extensive list of coffee drinks you can make without needing a fancy espresso machine or anything.

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Manhattan Recipe and Old-Fashioned Recipe

How to make a Manhattan | a basic Manhattan recipe

Manhattan’s and Old-Fashioned’s are masculine and strong cocktails that should be in everyone’s cocktail making repetoire.   Don’t get freaked out, these are quite simple to make and can take as delicious, if not MORE delicious, than your favorite bar’s version. 

After a long hard week, I love to unwind by making myself a gorgeous cocktail, sitting by the fire, and listening to a book for a few minutes. An old-fashioned is one of my personal favorites because it reminds me of days gone by, black & white films, and old-school actresses. 

You can find bitters at your local liquor store.  If you don’t know where to look, just ask the clerk!

Tips and Tricks:

  • Sugar cubes and water can be substituted for simple syrup in these drinks.  
  • Rub your rims with orange peel.  This gives a little added flavor and complexity to the cocktail.
  • Don’t stir these drinks too much, or fill them with ice!  You’ll water down the drink and “cloud” it.  Just stir a bit and put in enough ice to cool the drink. Better yet, try flavored ice cubes or frozen fruit.

[yumprint-recipe id=’96’] Manhattan Recipe Variations:

  • Bourbon Manhattan Recipe:  Substitute bourbon for the rye whiskey.
  • Black Manhattan Recipe:  Substitute amaro for the sweet vermouth.

[yumprint-recipe id=’97’] Old-fashioned Recipe variations:

  • Old-fashioned sweet:  This variation adds cherry juice to the mix.  Use the same amount of cherry juice as bourbon.
  • Maple old-fashioned:  Take out the sugar and water and substitute it for a tablespoon of maple syrup. One of my favorite drinks at a local bar uses a maple-infused bourbon…yum!
  • Mint Julep:  This is a very popular bourbon drink that is similar to an old-fashioned.  Skip the bitters, and instead muddle several mint leaves in the bottom of the glass with your sugar and water.  This drink is best with TONS of ice.  (Muddling is basically just crushing everything together to extract the juices.  Keep the leaves in the glass when you serve it.)

Don’t forget to check out our absolutely most popular cocktails… Sex on a Snowbank and the Lemon Drop. I think you’ll love serving these up at your next dinner.