Beverages

Tommy Centola

Aug 3
1 min

Blackberry Daiquiri

Last week, I talked about picking blackberries for my grandmother. My understanding is that they were used to make wine. I think she...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 31
1 min

Raspberry Vanilla Frosé

Since we are talking about berries, they are great in summer adult beverages. This week, here are a couple of refreshing drinks with a...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 8
1 min

Blue Hawaiian

This drink was very popular in the sixties. Every few decades, it makes a comback. 1/2 ounce dark rum 1 1/2 ounce light rum 1/2 ounce...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 5
1 min

Caribbean Breeze

With the weather turning warm, I thought a couple of rum drinks would help this week. These recipes are coming from the Original Tortuga...

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Tommy Centola

Mar 23
1 min

Bayou Bloody Mary

Here's a Bloody Mary straight from the swamps. The use of pickled okra as a garnish is not new. adding the brine to the drink is. Smoked...

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Tommy Centola

Mar 20
1 min

Jalapeño Bloody Mary

Just getting back from my St. Patrick's parade. How about a couple of Bloody Mary recipes to keep the festivities going? 6 ounces tomato...

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Christmas Morning Punch from Monica Ritter

Tommy Centola

Dec 8, 2022
1 min

Christmas Morning Punch from Monica Ritter

This recipe comes from a good friend of my wife's and I. Monica's aunt used to make a punch for the family Christmas parties. Since she...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 5, 2022
1 min

Orange Sherbet Punch

Last week, I featured two adult beverages. This week, I want to give equal time to non-alcoholic punches that are great for the entire...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 1, 2022
1 min

Creole Egg Nog

One of my favorite winter beverages is Egg Nog. I know that I can enjoy it year round but only drink it during November and December....

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Tommy Centola

Nov 28, 2022
1 min

Hot Toddy

When the weather turns cold, we often use our beverages to warm our bodies. This week, I want to share two adult beverages. They will...

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Tommy Centola

Feb 17, 2022
1 min

Frozen Bourbon Milk Punch

Here's a twist on the traditional eye-opener. This version's from the Bourbon House. If you have never eaten there, you are really...

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Tommy Centola

Feb 14, 2022
1 min

Big Easy Martini's

With Mardi Gras in full swing, how about a couple of adult beverages this week. These New Orleans inspired drinks are a great way to...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 16, 2021
1 min

Caribbean Milk Punch

Here is a reimagined classic. From the new Brennan's restaurant, this is a great way to start a breakfast. It's also good as an after...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 13, 2021
1 min

Poinsettia Punch

How about a couple of beverages this week? The holiday season is always great for something new to drink. Happy Holidays! 1 cup water 1...

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Tommy Centola

Apr 1, 2021
1 min

Mint Julep

I can't think of a drink that is so refreshing. A staple at the Kentucky Derby, this drink is a great way to celebrate spring. I hope you...

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Tommy Centola

Mar 29, 2021
1 min

Absinthe Frappee

Spring is here. This week, I want to share two drink recipes from my first cookbook. Absinthe is illegal in the United States. It is made...

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Tommy Centola

Mar 19, 2020
1 min

Rum Ramsey from the Bon Ton Cafe

The Rum Ramsey drink was invented at the Bon Ton Cafe. This may or may not be the exact recipe. If not, it is a great copycat. 1 3/4...

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Grasshopper from In the Land of Cocktails

Tommy Centola

Jan 16, 2020
1 min

Grasshopper from In the Land of Cocktails

Here is an after dinner drink. It was a favorite of my mom's. 1 ounce green Créme de Menthe 1 ounce Half-and-Half 1/2 ounce white Créme...

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Tommy Centola

Jan 13, 2020
1 min

Brake Tag from In the Land of Cocktails

A large amount of Alcohol is consumed during the Carnival season. This wee, I am sharing two drink recipes from the book In the Land of...

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Tommy Centola

May 16, 2019
1 min

Bourbon Fruit Slush

Here is a great drink for the summer months. It can be kept frozen for several months. 1 cup Sugar 1 cups Water 1 46oz can Pineapple...

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