Jun 10, 2015 | Food Experiments!, Uncategorized
Looking to beat the summer heat and make friends with the neighbors? Mojitos will do the trick. Check out this spiced up recipe to make a whole pitcher full at a time… definite crowd pleaser. Ingredients 1 cup rum (we used Stein Rum from a great little Oregon...
Jun 6, 2015 | Uncategorized
Mojito Recipe: In cocktail shaker layer 1/2 lime cut into wedges 1/4 cup whole basil leaves (packed) 1 1/2 tsp granulated cane sugar Muddle ingredients together so lime juice are expressed, sugar mixes in and basil leaves bruised. To this add: 1 oz lime juice And...
May 26, 2015 | Uncategorized
Most of us take Saturday brunch cocktails for granted. We mix our tomato juice, spices and vodka together with a celery stick. Heavily garnished with vegetables and electrolyte-rich salt, it is our breakfast in a glass. All those healthy additives can make Bloody Mary...
Apr 25, 2015 | Uncategorized
Whiskey is traditionally seen as no-frills booze, served straight, on the rocks or simply as a shooter. And while there are plenty of cocktails that include whiskey as the main ingredient: sours, manhattans, mint juleps and the classic old-fashioned, conventional...
Apr 23, 2015 | Uncategorized
Bee’s Knees The Bee’s Knees cocktail is an ab-so-lute-ly fun and easy cocktail to make. It is a sure crowd pleaser and easily the butterfly’s boots. Comprised of gin, lemon and honey, it’s an American classic that dates back to prohibition. The phrase the “Bee’s...
Mar 17, 2015 | Holidays, Uncategorized
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and some of us just can’t bear the thought of sipping a questionable mug of green beer. We want something more flavorful… and classy. Although there are a fair number of traditional cocktails with an Irish...
Mar 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
Thinking about what to have with Sunday brunch? We have you covered with this fresh recipe. Rosemary Greyhound 1 ounce rosemary simple syrup* 1 1/2 ounces vodka 4 ounces fresh grapefruit juice** Use a small wedge of grapefruit to moisten the rim of a glass and then...
Feb 8, 2015 | Featured, Uncategorized
Some days it seems that no matter how much we crank up the thermostat, there is a perpetual chill in our bones. While a blanket and pair of fuzzy slippers can help, we need a little “something” to melt those ice crystals on the inside too. rokz introduced...
Dec 30, 2014 | Uncategorized
We spent some time this week packing up supplies for an organization that does some amazing work in our area, Eugene, Oregon. Occupy Medical is a group of healthcare professionals and support personnel who believe healthcare is a basic human right that must be made...
Dec 12, 2014 | Uncategorized
Peppermint Martini We’re not big fans of overly sweet cocktails, but we do love peppermint, so we worked to find a combination of flavors that would bring out that winter flavor favorite without all the milk and cookies. This unexpected pairing is light,...
Nov 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
We debuted this recipe at a November event, and it has become one of our all-time favorites. The blend of fall flavors and subtle heat from the chili sugar is sure to be a hit at upcoming get-togethers. Ginger Apricot Cocktail 2.5 oz vodka – infused with rokz...
