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Irish Whiskey Mules: My Diary of Us

Irish Whiskey Mules

St. Patrick's Day is right around the corner which means that even if you aren't Irish you can pretend for the day and drink and eat all things green!  Here in Louisiana, we have a huge St. Patrick's Day parade that runs the Saturday before St. Patty's Day and really it's just another excuse for us to throw a party, get beads, and day drink.  Not a bad idea really, and we live right off of the parade route so we will be walking to partake in the festivities.  I will be serving up Irish Whiskey Mules for the day (for everyone but myself) and I gotta say I'm loving this twist on the classic Moscow Mule.

If you are a ginger beer lover, then you are going to love my Irish mule and it's perfectly green to celebrate the holiday.  

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PostedMarch 12, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
TagsIrish Cocktails, Irish Whiskey Mules, Whiskey Cocktails, Seasonal Cocktails, Party Drinks, Beverages, Drinks, Cheers, Thirsty Thursday, Green Drinks, St. Patrick's Day
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Strawberry Mojitos: My Diary of Us

Strawberry Mojitos

The weather dropped forty degrees from the time we went to bed last night until when we woke up this morning.  Whatttttt the whatttt??  Insane, yesterday the promise of Spring was here and just like that, poof...Winter came back to play.  The weather has been crazy all over the country and even though we are all pulling our jackets back out today, I've still got Spring on the brain.  And what better way to will Winter away than with a refreshing strawberry mojito?

I may be pregnant, (if you didn't see my announcement on social media, this is news to you) but that doesn't mean that I can't still enjoy a good mocktail!  And since we are moving at the end of the month I have to get in my cocktail hours with all of my girlfriends before we leave! 

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PostedMarch 5, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
TagsStrawberry Mojitos, Mojito Recipe, Seasonal Cocktails, Strawberry Cocktails, Cocktails, Cheers, Thirsty Thursday
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Grapefruit French Gimlet: My Diary of Us

Grapefruit French Gimlet

The Oscar's are this weekend and I can't wait to watch the Red Carpet and pick out my favorite dresses of the night!  Yes, I am excited about seeing what movies and actors win for the night, but it's really all about the fashion for me!  I always see where people have Oscar viewing parties, and they seem like so much fun.  My party usually exists of me, some stretchy pants, and my cocktail of choice, and I gotta say it's a pretty good time.  Whether or not you are hosting a viewing party or are like me, and having a little partay for yourself, my Grapefruit French Gimlet is the cocktail you should be drinking! 

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PostedFebruary 19, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagscocktails, gimlet recipe, french gimlet, grapefruit cocktail, Thirsty Thursday, Cheers, Gluten Free
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Citrus Thyme Punch: My Diary of Us

Citrus Thyme Punch

This week has been crazy guys.  We are in the process of looking for a house in Houston and it's kind of exhausting especially when you don't live in the same town.  I had to drive to Houston for the day to look at some neighborhoods in person because we all know that pictures can be deceiving, I picked out my favorites (without Canean because he had to work) and then drove back late Tuesday night.  Yesterday I tried to catch up on my missed day of work and it was cold and rainy and all I wanted to do was take a nap.  Today however, the sun came back to visit and you guessed it, I am still in my citrus obsession phase...so you are getting another citrus drink on this very Thirsty Thursday!  My citrus thyme punch is actually non-alcoholic, but I like to recommend adding a little "suntin suntin" to the mix to make for a killer happy hour.

I know you ladies out there who are carrying a bun in your oven get really jealous (so you have told me) every Thursday when I post cocktails that you can't drink, and I promise I have not been meaning to drive you crazy...but I know it does!  So this week it's all about a mocktail that you can enjoy until that little bundle of joy arrives.  I got your back too mamas.

This is honestly such a delicious punch to mix up a big batch of and have in the fridge.  It's a great pick me up, it's full of vitamins, and it is super refreshing.  And I might have added vodka to mine, which made for a pretty fine cocktail.  And there ain't nothin' wrong with that.

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PostedFebruary 5, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagscitrus season, mocktails, cocktails, seasonal cocktails, citrus cocktails, blood orange recipes, red navel oranges, grapefruits, gluten free, punch recipes, Thirsty Thursday, Cheers
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Kumquat Hot Toddy: My Diary of Us

Kumquat Hot Toddy

I am a big fat weenie when it comes to cold weather.  I would never survive a winter in the north. I barely survive the two months out of the year here in Louisiana that get cold.  And this week has been one of those dreary and cold weeks.  The sky is grey, the air is damp, and I'm under a blanket with not so attractive house shoes on while I sit here and write. Our house is built off the ground and it doesn't keep heat well and sometimes I feel like I can't get warm, no matter how many layers I put on.  There are only two things that help that situation...a hot bath or a hot toddy. I think we'll go with a hot toddy... My kumquat hot toddy will warm you up and will also help fight off any yucky winter colds that might be trying to attack.

I love a good excuse to drink a cocktail and you can basically talk yourself into this one by justifying the fact that it truly will help kick those scratchy throats to the curb.  I drink them whether I am sick or not during the winter months because there is something so soothing about drinking this warm mug full of goodness. 

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PostedJanuary 15, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagshot toddy recipe, kumquat recipes, kumquat cocktails, cocktails, Thirsty Thursday, Cheers, Gluten Free, Warm Drinks, Winter Cocktails, Spiced Cocktails, Kumquat Hot Toddy
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Lemon Ginger Twist: My Diary of Us

Lemon Ginger Twist

This is it...there are only two more days left of 2014.  Every year I say the same thing, but seriously I blinked and the year is over already.  We have only two days to finish the year with a bang and with meaning.  Two days before diets start, new year resolutions begin, and we are all a year older.  And if there were ever a time for you to make a festive drink, tomorrow would be it.  New Year's Eve gives us all an excuse to drink as froo froo of a drink as we want and it should definitely involve some type of sparkling wine or champagne whether you usually go for the bubbles or not. My lemon ginger twist is easy enough for a party and is perfect for watching the ball drop.

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PostedDecember 30, 2014
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
TagsNew Year's Eve Cocktails, New Year's Eve, Cocktail Recipes, Lamarca Prosecco, Champagne Cocktails, Cheers, Holiday Drinks, Lemon Ginger Twist, Bubbly
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