Love learning? Love wine? How about questionable analogies about wine that help you learn? If any of that resonates with you, you’re in the right place! This is my Wine 101 series where we’ll explore a different wine region every post. Approachable for beginners. Obnoxious for snobs. The Northern Rhone vs the Southern Rhone First, …
Rachel Johnson
If you’re trying to decide if you should take the Certified Specialist of Wine exam, you’ve come to the right place! I took the exam March 2024, and not to toot my own horn (but honkin’ toot toot, baby!!) — I passed with a perfect score. So I wanted to write a guide while it …
Kick this summer off with some fruity and tropical passionfruit vodka cocktails! From tasty martinis to unique riffs on classic drinks, there’s a fun passionfruit and vodka cocktail for every occasion and palate. What could be better when it’s hot outside than a refreshing cocktail that combines smooth, crisp vodka with tangy, tropical passionfruit!? These …
Mix things up at your next party with these easy and delicious tequila jello shots! From flavors like the classic margarita to spicy Mexican candy, these jello shots are a lighthearted but impressive centerpiece for any summertime get together! There’s something so festive and fun about jello shots, which is why I tend to gravitate …
Escape to a tropical paradise with these deliciously refreshing pineapple rum cocktails! From fun riffs on beloved classics to more modern, original creations, these fresh and fruity cocktails all highlight the flavor combination of rum and pineapple and capture the essence of summertime in every sip! Rum and pineapple are a classic pairing for the …
What better way to celebrate summertime than with some easy and refreshing watermelon vodka cocktails!? From tangy spritzes to fruity adult slushies, these drinks all feature the combination of juicy watermelon and crisp, smooth vodka, making them the ultimate cocktails for a hot summer day! I’m always looking for summertime cocktail inspiration, and these watermelon …
Quench your thirst with these delicious and refreshing grapefruit vodka cocktails! From tangy twists on classics to tart, citrusy apéritifs, these tasty vodka drinks all highlight the zesty flavor of grapefruit juice and are so easy anyone can make them! Grapefruit and vodka is one of the most refreshing pairings of all time! Vodka itself …
Discover the funky, earthy Mexican spirit raicilla with six fun variations on classic cocktails! These raicilla-based cocktails showcase its unique flavor profile and are a perfect introduction to the up-and-coming spirit that will bring some new excitement to your cocktail repertoire! Move over tequila and mezcal — there’s a new agave-based spirit in town called …
Expand your cocktail repertoire with these fun aquavit twists on classic drinks! With its distinct savory, herbal flavor, this Scandinavian spirit is perfect for adding a unique and modern flair to your favorite classic cocktails. Aquavit, which comes from the Latin aqua vitae or “water of life“, is the signature spirit of Scandinavia. It only …
Sip your way into summer with these easy, breezy rosé cocktails! From frosé to spritzes and everything in between, these refreshing drinks are the perfect addition to any sunny day. It’s almost time to welcome the season of sun, sea, and sipping on refreshing cocktails! As temperatures rise and the days get longer, there’s nothing …