If the occasion calls for something sparkling, why not serve up these festive cocktails?
Author: Martha Stewart
Ginger beer is the traditional choice for this cocktail, but ginger ale, particularly a spicy one, also works nicely with dark rum -- the "dark" in this two-tone Bermudan drink.
Author: Martha Stewart
This ginger caipirinha recipe is one of designer Francisco Costa's favorite cocktails -- be sure to also try his Fresh Passion-Fruit Caipirinha.
Author: Martha Stewart
One of the last stone fruits of the season, Italian prune plums are typically available from mid-August to September.
Author: Martha Stewart
Inspired by traditional Mexican flavors, this eggnog pairs bittersweet chocolate with just a pinch of spicy chile. The drink can be made a day in advance. Use the time right before serving the eggnog to...
Author: Martha Stewart
A single lychee, a tropical fruit popular in Asia, sweetens this gin martini drink.
Author: Martha Stewart
We called for a third of a cup of gold tequila for our queso fundido, and it seemed a shame to buy a whole bottle just for that. The tequila's caramel notes are wonderful with the spicy ginger, sweet cassis,...
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 juice, fresh slices, and a syrup cooked with the...
Author: Martha Stewart
Chai tea is a blend of black tea, milk, and spices. This recipe was first published in Martha Stewart Living, September 2003.
Author: Martha Stewart
Blue violets work best for this, but you may mix in a few yellow or white ones.
Author: Martha Stewart
It can't be a cocktail or dinner party without a dirty martini or two! Serve up this classic with our simple recipe.
Author: Martha Stewart
A twist on the kir royale, this sparkling cocktail calls for homemade cranberry sauce instead of the traditional creme de cassis.
Author: Martha Stewart
Martha's recipe is adapted from one in Mexican food expert and chef Rick Bayless's book "Authentic Mexican."
Author: Martha Stewart
If your caffeine routine needs a lift, give this idea a swirl. Inspired by Mexican horchata, the cinnamon-rice drink, our homemade creamer is lightly spiced and just sweet enough, with no added stabilizers....
Author: Riley Wofford
Fresh ginger adds sharpness and complexity to classic margaritas in this refreshing cocktail recipe from Jean Georges bartender Peter Okkerse.
Author: Martha Stewart
There's no better treat after sledding or ice skating than homemade hot cocoa.
Author: Martha Stewart
What creature, vampire or otherwise, could resist a sip of this bewitching beverage? Black currant nectar provides the bloody black hue for this brandy-based drink. With its crowd-friendly size and enchanting...
Author: Martha Stewart
Pear-infused vodka and honey syrup combine in this sweet, mellow cocktail recipe from Julian Niccolini, co-owner of The Four Seasons
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Thanks to watermelon's natural sweetness, this drink doesn't call for sugar.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is a delicious watermelon margarita recipe that's easy to double for a large crowd for cocktail hour.
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 with Jean-Georges."
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
This drink combines sweet-tart grapefruit juice and gin with sparkling wine for an effervescent cocktail that's perfect for toasting the holiday season.
Author: Martha Stewart
We used Champagne in this punch, but other sparkling white wines, such as Prosecco, are equally festive and just as good.
Author: Martha Stewart
For spiked lemonade, pour an ounce of vodka over ice into each glass before topping with limeade.
Author: Martha Stewart
Fast-track a tropical vacation with this refreshing classic tiki drink. Umbrella optional.
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is a time for reflection and looking forward -- and for sharing a meal with family and friends. It is often celebrated with foods rich in symbolism: Apples are dipped...
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 an appetizer with a rich pastry crust, like this...
Author: Martha Stewart
Author: Martha Stewart
A tangy and sweet cocktail complements a savory vegetarian Italian dish such as Eggplant Parm Stacks.
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 off with a bang.
Author: Martha Stewart
Use this simple syrup to prepare chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten's Passion Fruit Sangria.
Author: Martha Stewart
Freeze the juice in ice-cube trays and blend up frosty drinks in seconds. The salt-and-sugar-coated glass rims make a surprising touch.
Author: Martha Stewart
This is a tasty and refreshing spritzer for hot summer days.
Author: Martha Stewart
Ginger and maple syrup add new layers of flavor to a classic cocktail.
Author: Martha Stewart
The infamous Sazerac is part of New Orleans lore, where it was originally made with absinthe.
Author: Martha Stewart
Our version of the popular spiced tea is more flavorful and far healthier than what you'd get at a coffee house.
Author: Martha Stewart
This tasty cocktail recipe is courtesy of Charles Corpion from the Four Seasons.
Author: Martha Stewart
Vanilla seeds roasted in a skillet with lemon halves and sugar offer a surprising flavor in a sparkling lemonade made with both club soda and still water.
Author: Martha Stewart
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with this easy, refreshing cocktail, which is made with two ingredients traditionally served for the Jewish New Year. It has a healthy dose of pomegranate juice -- which comes from...
Author: Martha Stewart
Shots of this blood-orange specimen are just what the doctor ordered. Combine Solerno, a blood orange liqueur, with fresh blood orange juice for a bright sip all on its own, or mix it with sparkling wine...
Author: Martha Stewart
A tipple of ginger liqueur adds zip and complexity to this tart cherry riff on a margarita. To prep a batch for friends, add the ingredients to a jar the night before and refrigerate. When cocktail hour...
Author: Greg Lofts
The flavor of thyme in this lemonade lends an unexpected grown-up flair to a summer favorite.
Author: Martha Stewart
Adding lemon rind to the sugar syrup gives an extra bit of flavor.
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