March 11, 2020 by elana Leave a Comment We’re having some grey, dark days right now. So while I’m staying inside watching the weather, I think it’s time to brighten up the home bar with these pops of color! Sunny…
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Monday Booze News A new low-abv drink to try, jello shots for St. Patrick’s Day, and getting to know Tennessee whiskey
First, apparently there are a myriad of ways to clean a wine decanter. Who knew? Well, now you do. St. Patrick’s Day is coming, get to know some single pot whiskey. Don’t forget your Shamrock Shot Glass Top Hat YOLO!…
Tequila Cazadores: Cristalino Launch
This post was made in partnership with Tequila Cazadores. Ideas are my own. This past year I’ve been really lucky to work with a brand that I have loved, and drank, for years: Tequila Cazadores. When starting this partnership I…
Mixed Citrus Margaritas for Margarita Day Learn to make a squash syrup (no, not the vegetable!)
This post was made in partnership with Tequila Cazadores. Recipes and ideas are my own. We have a tangelo tree in our backyard. It’s the only citrus tree that has not succumbed to years of neglect in the jungle outside…
Building a Home Bar: Keeping Cool with the Newair Premiere Line Fridge
For those of you who have been around here since the early days, you may recall that we were going to build a bar in what is now my studio area in the house. And if you’re new here, well,…
Monday Booze News Beer helps reunite dog with owner, pink spirits, and is tofu booze ever coming??
First we’ve rounded up all the pretty colored drinks if you want something nice to make this week that also tastes good. Looking for something pink to drink besides rosé? Try these spirits. Breaking open some wine this week? Should…
Monday Booze News Finding rare booze, yet another use for bacon and cocktails, and bitters from Japan!
For those of you who partied a little too hard last night, and you’re in NYC, get yourself to one of these bars this morning for a Bloody Mary. And maybe make some shot glasses with your leftover bacon?? Meehan’s…
Non-alcoholic (NoABV) Drinks for your #Dryuary
January 10, 2020 by elana Leave a Comment What might have seemed like a gimmick years ago, now is an established period of reset for many drinkers. If you’re opting to try a #Dryuary yourself, we’ve got a few non-alcoholic…
Happy Holidays from Stir and Strain! And a wonderful New Year!
December 23, 2019 by elana Leave a Comment We’re signing off through the end of the year to enjoy some much needed time with family and friends. Thank you to all of you who have stopped by the site, made…
Rey’s Rations a cocktail inspired by The Rise of Skywalker
I have walked through Star Wars land here in Southern California many, many times now and still, when I change lands from Disney to Batuu I still cannot get over the total transformation that happens. I honestly did not think…