With all the growing trends related to coffee, it is no surprise that bartenders are coming up with inventive ways to incorporate coffee into their cocktail offerings. You might find that these lively coffee cocktails at your favorite bar will come at a premium. But not to worry, delicious coffee cocktails are easily replicated at

A really delicious way to elevate your home bar is by offering natural, homemade syrups that are the perfect additional to homemade cocktails or fruit punches. These syrups are incredibly simple to make, and stay fresh for three to four weeks when refrigerated. There is a lot of flexibility, so I encourage you to think

Chicago is a city that likes to have fun, but when the weather starts to get colder, many residents look to bar crawls for fun. Not sure what a bar crawl is? Bar Crawls are organized events where participants hop from bar to bar, usually with some kind of theme or celebration in mind. As

Incorporating coffee into beer surely isn’t a new concept, but with the growing interest in artisanal coffee, it is no surprise that beer and coffee are being combined at an increasing rate. The beers on this list are some of the best coffee inspired brews currently on the market. Some are inspired by breakfast, and

With the winter chill just around the corner, fall is a great time to start sampling delicious warm, boozy, beverages. Whether you call it hot chocolate or hot cocoa, this soothing, sweet treat is a childhood favorite that is easily kicked up for adults. Hosting a dinner party or holiday gift exchange? Consider setting up

If you have ever worked at a stressful job, you can identify with the feeling of that after shift happy hour experience. Stopping into a nearby bar. Sipping on some ice cold beers, flavorful cocktails, or some aromatic wine, paired with some delicious snacks to get you to dinner. Recreating this experience for yourself or

There was a time when those unable to ingest gluten, or those that wanted to cut gluten out of their diet, needed to say goodbye to beer altogether. But now, due to the growing trends and popularity related to the gluten free movement, beer manufactures are producing some delicious options that everyone can enjoy. All

A hot toddy is certainly a seasonal favorite for those looking to warm up when it gets chilly outside. When there is a nip in the air, you might notice bars and restaurants offering hot toddies on their menus, but it is also a pretty easy drink to prepare on your own at home. At

With fall right around the corner, many of us might still have large amounts of summer cherries at home already needing to be put to a good use. A wonderful kicked up creation would be these do-it-yourself vanilla vodka infused cherries. They are simple to prepare, and make a great addition to your home bar

The weather is quickly cooling and the leaves are starting to change color already. That means it’s time to prepare your favorite fall cocktails. Here are a few great cocktails to enjoy while you watch the leaves fall.   Pumpkin Spice Kahlua Ingredients: 2 oz Kahlua 1.5 oz simple syrup Milk to fill   Simple

An easy way to make your cocktails a little more interesting for your next special occasion is to make your own infused ice cubes. Your guests will love the special touch and the ice will give an added flavor boost to their alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks alike. These are a perfect addition to your home

Making your own flavored vodka is easier than you’d think and can add a little spice (or fruit!) to your drinks. Why bother when  you can buy flavored vodka off the shelf? Well, you certainly can and their are good options but when you infuse it yourself you can choose how strong the flavor is