Archive for May, 2023
Posted by MontanaVike on May 18th, 2023
Blue Agave Cooler
This cocktail is a vibrant and fruity drink with a kick of tequila and a refreshing ginger finish. The blue curacao adds a striking blue hue and a sweet orange flavor, while the cranberry juice and grapefruit juice give it a tangy kick. The simple syrup balances out the sourness, and the lime juice adds a zesty twist. Finally, the ginger beer adds a spicy and effervescent finish. Enjoy!
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz blue curacao
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- Ginger beer
- Lime wheel for garnish
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add the tequila, blue curacao, cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, simple syrup, and lime juice.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
Top with ginger beer to taste.
Garnish with a lime wheel.
Posted by MontanaVike on May 18th, 2023
This cocktail is a refreshing and tangy twist on a classic margarita. The grapefruit juice adds a tart and slightly bitter flavor that pairs well with the tequila, while the lime juice and simple syrup balance out the drink. The salt rim adds a savory touch, while the club soda lightens the drink and gives it some fizz
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
- 1 1/2 oz tequila
- 1 oz grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Splash of club soda
- Salt for rim
- Grapefruit wedge for garnish
Rim a glass with salt by rubbing a grapefruit wedge around the rim and dipping it in salt.
Fill the glass with ice.
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add the tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Strain the mixture into the glass filled with ice.
Top with a splash of club soda.
Garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
Posted by MontanaVike on May 18th, 2023
This cocktail is a tropical and spicy twist on a classic gin cocktail. The spiced rum adds a warm and aromatic note to the mix, while the citrus juices and grenadine provide a sweet and tangy flavor.
- 1 1/2 oz gin
- 1 oz spiced rum
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1 oz grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
- Splash of club soda
- Orange peel for garnish
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add the gin, spiced rum, orange juice, grapefruit juice, grenadine, and simple syrup.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
Top with a splash of club soda.
Garnish with a strip of orange peel, twisting it over the glass to release the oils.
Posted by MontanaVike on May 18th, 2023
Citrus Sunshine
Summer gin cocktail
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz Orange Juice
- 1 oz Grapefruit Juice
- 1/2 oz Grenadine
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
Fill shaker with ice
Add the gin, orange juice, grapefruit juice, grenadine, and simple syrup.
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice
Top with a splash of club soda.
Garnish with a slice of orange or grapefruit, and a sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
Posted by MontanaVike on May 18th, 2023
Instant Pot 4 Cheese Macaroni and cheese
Johnny
Easy to make and very tasty macaroni and cheese. Good side dish for BBQ days
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
- 1 lb Uncooked Elbow Macaroni
- 4 Cups Chicken Broth
- 2 Tablespoons Butter
- 1 Teaspoon Hot Pepper Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Teaspoon Pepper
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
- 6 ounces Green chilis
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Cup Shredded Swiss Cheese
- ½ Cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- ½ Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- ½ Cup Milk
Add the uncooked macaroni, chicken broth, butter, hot sauce, garlic powder, pepper, and salt to the Instant Pot.
Cook on manual function, high pressure for 5 minutes. Do a quick release.
Add milk and green chilis. Stir thoroughly
Add cheese in three to 4 additions, stirring in between each addition until smooth and creamy.
Add additional milk as needed to make consistency you want
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