Capture summer in a jar by brewing tea in the warmth of the sun.
Lemonade, that classic summer quencher, can easily be made from scratch. The best version combines a simple sugar syrup and fresh squeezed lemon juice. This recipe serves two. Here are a few easy...
If you don't like tea, perhaps it's because you've only been treated to lukewarm water and a bag of Lipton's. But a proper pot of tea is something to savor - especially when you're feeling parched.
Traditionally, a Sazerac is made with absinthe, a green, anise-flavored liqueur popular with Parisian bohemians in the 19th century. Absinthe is illegal in the United States because it contains...
Absinthe is a bright green, anise-flavored liqueur that was popular in the 19th century, most famously with Parisian bohemians. Although absinthe is currently outlawed in the United States because...
The classic, elegant martini has undergone quite a resurgence lately. The most important thing about a martini is that all the ingredients be very cold. These instructions are for one martini.
A White Russian is a rich, sweetish drink ... almost like dessert. Serves one.
Didn't know that your winter fave of "hot chocolate with peppermint schnapps" had a name, did you? Here it is. Serves one.
A chilled glass is a prerequisite for a sophisticated martini, a tangy margarita or just the coolest summer soft drink.
The margarita's origin is hazy. Tijuana and Juarez both lay claim to its birth, as do other Mexican locales that are not as well-known. Perhaps Señorita Margarita just traveled across the country...
Break out the chips and salsa, you're making frozen margaritas! Call 'em "blended" if you prefer, just serve them as soon as they're made for best results. Serves one.
"Cellaring" wine - keeping it for long-term storage - is not a widespread practice among the current American wine-drinking public. Following a couple of simple rules is the key to keeping wine...
You'll get a kick out of the Bloody Mary, a familiar mix of vodka, tomato-based juices and some zesty spices. Serves one.
Mixing drinks is an art form that can be mastered if you pay attention to a few important details. Remember to always use fresh, cold ingredients and chilled glasses.
The mocktail of choice for little girls everywhere. (Little boys tend to prefer the Roy Rogers.) Serves one.
The familiar tastes of cranberry and grapefruit juice mingle to make this drink as refreshing as a summer breeze. Serves one.
The finished drink may look as innocent as iced tea, but it packs a major wallop. Drink more than one or two and you can count on a hangover. Serves 1.
Stock your bar with the tools of the trade so that mixing drinks is a breeze.
Add a nice coffee accent to your hot chocolate with this recipe. You might not want to drink it right before bedtime, however. Serves one.
A French press is cylindrical glass urn fitted with a filter plate on a plunger. You put the grounds in the bottom of the urn, add hot water, let the coffee sit a few minutes, and then press the...
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Craft the perfect cocktail with help from eHow's drink experts. Recipes range from classic cocktails like vodka gimlets to clever concoctions such as pomegranate martinis. Abstaining from booze? eHow offers instructions on making non-alcoholic beverages like teas, ciders and punches. Perfect your signature sangria or taste test sakes with your favorite Asian meal. Coffee drinkers can learn about the variations in roasts along with flavorful add-ins while beer aficionados can discover how to choose a tasty microbrew.
