A Few Tips For The Perfect Cocktail Party
Sometimes you might be looking for ways to entertain guests without the commitment that comes with hosting a dinner party. What else is there?
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Mexican Shrimp Cocktail with Avocado Salsa
I love shrimp. I love cocktails. I love salsa. And I love Avocados. Now, here they all are in one big mouthwatery explosion of Mexican Shrimp Cocktail awesomeness. I mean, just look at that picture. It's so delicious you could just eat it... What you need is...
Cava Sangria
Cava Sangria
YIELD: Makes 4 1/4 cups
PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES
Ingredients
8 large mint leaves
1 (750-milliter) bottle Cava sparkling wine, chilled*
3/4 cup white grape juice, chilled
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup orange liqueur Garnish: fresh sugar cane sticks
Preparation
Press mint leaves against sides of a large pitcher with back of a wooden spoon to release flavors. Stir in sparkling wine and next 3 ingredients. Serve immediately over ice. Garnish, if desired. *Other sparkling wine or Champagne may be substituted. Serve in a beautiful Smarty Had A Party Clear with Gold Ornament Rim Tumbler.
New Amsterdam Sour
New Amsterdam Sour
Ingredients:
- 1½ oz Bols Genever
- ¾ oz lemon juice
- ½ oz simple syrup
- ½ oz red wine
Directions:
- Combine the genever, lemon juice, and simple syrup and shake with ice
- Strain mixture into an ice-filled glass
- Insert straw and float red wine on top