Home Bar Styling Ideas

Home bar styling ideas serve up a concoction of chic and stylish options for accessorizing a bar cart, accent cabinet or table, bookshelf, countertop, media cabinet, tailgate, antique armoire, or atop a mid-century modern credenza.

toasting cocktails

Better Homes & Gardens

Styling a home bar works off the same principle applied to styling a coffee table.

Silverwing Interiors

Silverwing Interiors

Monkey Bar Tool Set

Monkey Bar Tool Set

monkey bottle opener

Monkey Cocktail Shaker

Monkey Cocktail Shaker

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Gold Monkey & Leaf

Monkey Cheese Board

Monkey Cheese Board

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 “Monkey” Candy Tray

The mix and the marvel is in details, proportion, and placement.

trunk home bar

KNOF design

Stunning options serve a refreshing look and frame a unique home bar area.

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Designer Darryl Carter’s Townhouse – One Kings Lane

The style of Darryl Carter is absolutely genius.

Where one sees an antique desk, a keen eye sees a piece better utilized as a distinctive home bar.

Antique Heavily Carved Mahogany Executive Desk Cowan Circa 1900

Antique Heavily Carved Mahogany Executive Desk Cowan Circa 1900

Elliot Decanter

Elliot Decanter

Elliot Decanter

Antique Decorative Books for Dark Academic Decor

Antique Decorative Books for Dark Academic Decor

A&B Home Clear Glass Decanter

A&B Home Clear Glass Decanter

Beige Polystone Vintage Sculpture

Beige Polystone Vintage Sculpture

blue-faux-bamboo-bar-cart

X marks the center spot which is the prime location for a medium or low height object placement.

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Blakely Interior Design

The outer areas balance the method with graduated heights to continue the flow and engage the eye.

havilande whitcomb design

Havilande Whitcomb Design

Thornbill 2 Shelf Serving Cart Black

Thornbill 2 Shelf Serving Cart Black

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My Domaine – Design by Zoe Feldman- Photo by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

West Street Ice Bucket

West Street Ice Bucket

Diamond Decanter with Glass Stopper

Diamond Decanter with Glass Stopper

Punk Whiskey Decanter and Double Old Fashioned Set

Punk Whiskey Decanter and Double Old Fashioned Set

Cheers to the home team.

LaRochere Fleur de Lys tall tumblersLa Rochere Fleur de Lys Tall Tumblers, Set of 6

Antique Brass and Glass Ice Bucket

Antique Brass and Glass Ice Bucket

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Julia Reed – One Kings Lane

Perley Traditional Glass Bar Cart with Shelves by Christopher Knight Home - Gold

Perley Traditional Glass Bar Cart with Shelves by Christopher Knight Home

It’s all in the bar cart accessories details.

Polished French Pastry Table With Marble Top and Metal Finials

Polished French Pastry Table With Marble Top and Metal Finials

Vera White Marble Top 36 in. High Bar Table

Vera White Marble Top 36 in. High Bar Table

Banda 14 oz. Acrylic Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

Fostoria-fleur-de-lis-dish

mila-oyster-bottle-opener

Mila Oyster Bottle Opener

Stalk Gold Platter

Stalk Gold Platter

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Accessorizing the bar cart, cabinet, tray, or tabletop proves an entertaining and easy endeavor when you have a theme to build upon.

artistic designs for living

Artistic Designs for Living

Qualia Artisan Highball Glasses in Black (Set of 4)

Qualia Artisan Highball Glasses in Black (Set of 4)

Fornasetti Trumeau Archittettura Black and White Handcrafted Wood

Fornasetti Trumeau Archittettura Black and White Handcrafted Wood

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Appetizers, anyone?

Easy Gravlax appetizer

Easy Gravlax Appetizer

Play up your cocktail corner of the world by introducing whimsical finds and unique additions.

Ginger Barber Interior DesignGinger Barber Interior Design

West Natural Cane Bar Cabinet

West Natural Cane Bar Cabinet

Woven Rattan & Pine Wood Cabinet with 3 Shelves & 2 Doors

Woven Rattan & Pine Wood Cabinet with 3 Shelves & 2 Doors

rattan butler tray and table

Rattan Butler Tray and Table

Parallels Goblets - Set of 4

Parallels Goblets – Set of 4

Tudor Rattan Ice Bucket

Rattan Ice Bucket

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Victoria Magazine
Photography by Stephanie Welbourne Steele

Styling by Jan Ware

Silver Wine Goblets

black-agate-ice-bucket

Dark Agate Ice Bucket

Cocktails and conversation pieces make for a visually interesting mix.

Antique Brass Planter

Achieve a smooth and stylish blend by mingling classic barware tools and essentials with accents and accessories of various time periods and decorating styles to create contrast, conversation, and home bar banter.

Antoine vintage creamer

I use my vintage Antoine’s creamer as a jigger which never fails to start the “where did you get this?” conversation.

Eclectic Home Bar, New York

Nicole Forina Home

Dorsette Captains and Ships Wine Decanter

armoire-home-bar-styling

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

John-Derian-home-Provincetown-Domino

Domino

Decorative items steeped in whimsy garnish the home bar with a splash of fun.

transitional home bar

Davenport+Resin+Rhino+Sculpture

vintage-english-beefeater-yoeman-ceramic-gin-decanter

Chairish

Set of 4 Double Old-Fashioned Glasses

Set of 4 Double Old-Fashioned Glasses

Bronzed Resin Animal Head Sculpture with Glasses

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a priest, a rabbit, and a minister

Cocktail stirrers, straws, mixology tools and accessories house well in  candy dishes.

Cillian Rabbit Dish, Pink

Cillian Rabbit Dish, Pink

bar-cart-towhouse-interiors-Hubert-Zandberg

Hubert Zandberg Interiors

Chrome-Finish-Floral-Bar-Cart-with-Mirror-Bottom-and-Glass-Top

Rosewood Chrome Floral Bar Cart with Mirror Bottom and Glass Top

spectrum-decanter

Spectrum Decanter

Hatch shot glass

Hatch Cocktail Glass

Gilt Framed Oil Painting On Board Of Foxhound Hunting Dogs Signed

Gilt Framed Oil Painting On Board Of Foxhound Hunting Dogs Signed

biscuit-barrel

old-man-by-the-sea-home-barDomino

Take the party and the home bar styling ideas outside.

a-weathered-sea-captainA Weathered Sea Captain Oil Painting Reproduction Print

 

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Godinger Whiskey Decanter

anchor-ice-bucket

Anchor Ice Bucket

porthole ice bucket

Porthole Ice Bucket

Theme decorating is a Bahama breeze when it comes to coming up with decorative touches to bring the look together.

White and Gray Clam shell

Consider using a decorative clam shell for housing cocktail garnishes, stirrers, or salt/sugar rimmers.

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House Beautiful – Photo by Matt Albiani

Addison-3-shelf-Multi-use-Cart-by-Greyson-Living (1)

Addison 3 Shelf Cart

anchor-tumbler

Anchor Tumbler

Cheers-Gold-Anchor-Metal-Wine-Stopper---Elegant-Vacuum-Seal-Reusable

Cheers Gold Anchor Metal Wine Stopper – Elegant Vacuum Seal Reusable

Sailboat Model and Conch Shell Nautical Still Life Wall Art

Sailboat Model and Conch Shell Nautical Still Life Wall Art

handwoven rattan sailboat

Seaside Moby Whale Bottle Opener

Seaside Moby Whale Bottle Opener

High Seas Spirit Nautical Steampunk Octopus Glass Spirit Decanter

High Seas Spirit Nautical Steampunk Octopus Glass Spirit Decanter

Reimagine the purpose of a dresser, chest or console as a distinctive home bar piece.

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Martha Stewart – Photo by Pieter Estersohn

Drawers become excellent housing options for barware, tools, linens, and glassware.

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House Beautiful

Italian Walnut Chest Or Commode

Italian Walnut Chest

Spode Kinglsey Wine Glass-Set of 4

Spode Kingsley Wine Glass-Set of 4

Glassware and decanters cut heavy in color, pattern and texture introduce a curated quality.

cranberry glass decanters

EBTHInverted Thistle Glass Pitcher, Amethyst

Inverted Thistle Glass Pitcher, Amethyst

bar-cart-on-patio-cocktails

Better Homes & Gardens

Vintage Etched Goblets

Vintage Etched Goblets

Vintage Etched Wine Decanter

Vintage Etched Wine Decanter

Godinger Dublin wine decanter

Godinger Dublin Wine Decanter

demilune-bartop

One Kings Lane

Pour, mix, and mingle in eclectic yet elegant style.

Tall-Arched-Antique-Gold-Metal-Framed-3-Tier-Mirrored-Shelf

Tall Arched Antique Gold Metal Framed 3-Tier Mirrored Shelf

Bar shelves- love it!

Amanda Reynal Interiors

Amanda Reynal Interiors

Handmade Blown Glass Blue Blossoms Glasses Set of 6 Handmade Blown Glass Blue Blossoms Glasses Set of 6

Godinger-Dublin-goblet

Godinger Dublin Goblet – Set of 4

You’ll never make a decor misstep with classic blue and white porcelain vases and accents.

Plum Blossom Ginger Jar Plum Blossom Ginger Jar

Jennifer 25.25" Ceramic LED Table Lamp, Blue (Set of 2) by JONATHAN Y

Jennifer 25.25″ Ceramic LED Table Lamp, Blue (Set of 2) by JONATHAN Y

round-sterling-silver-bar-tray

 AGK Design Studio

Top Shelf 12.5-Inch Double Wall Round Bar Tray

Top Shelf 12.5-Inch Double Wall Round Bar Tray

The secret to successful entertaining is creating ambiance.

A space drenched in simple yet elegant ambiance is festive, comfortable, cozy, and inviting- an entertaining cocktail hour/party win.

foyer-bar Martha Stewart – Photography by Paul Costello

This image exemplifies just that as the simple yet elegant touches set the tone and the style for an evening of sips and toasts.

Dorset Toasting Flutes, Set of 2

Dorset Toasting Flutes, Set of 2

Aluminum Stand-alone Wine Cooler

Aluminum Stand-Alone Wine Cooler

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Statement Glassware

DesignStyles-Acrylic-Folding-Tray-Table (1)

DesignStyles Acrylic Folding Tray Table

chinoiserie-home-barHouse Beautiful

Italian-console-table

Ellis Art Print 23 Beautiful Antique Sea Ocean Red Coral Ellis Art Print 23 Beautiful Antique Sea Ocean Red Coral

Murano Cranberry Blown Glass Bowl

Murano Cranberry Blown Glass Bowl

Cobalt Red Blenko Pitcher

Cobalt Red Blenko Pitcher

Viv-all-purpose-big-wine-glass

Viv All Purpose Big Wine Glasses, Set of 8

Palm Beach Tray Red - Johar Furniture

Palm Beach Tray Red – Johar Furniture

Console, cabinet, chest, or cart- cheers to the glamorously chic home bar, stylish and responsible entertaining and the holiday sip and social season.

Gabor Gold Bar Cart with Lower Shelf 1

Gabor Gold Bar Cart with Lower Shelf 

dorset-martini-mixer

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Dorset Martini Mixer

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Real Simple

DIY-ice-bucket

DIY Ice Bucket Project Perfection from Rachel Hollis

Pryce Gold Rocks GlassPryce Gold Glassware

vintage-heisey-gold-accent-candy-dishVintage Heisey Paneled 22 kt Gold Accent Candy Dish

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angelo:HOME Alcott 3-Tier Gold Metal Bar Cart

highball-glasses-w-grecian-motifs

Hand Cut and Polished Orson Decanter

Hand Cut and Polished Orson Decanter

Ceska Century Whiskey Decanter

Godinger Ceska Century Whiskey Decanter

Antique Dudson Dancing Hours Pitcher

Antique Dudson Dancing Hours Pitcher

Anchor Hocking Fairfield Green Glass Pedestal Bowl

Anchor Hocking Fairfield Green Glass Pedestal Bowl

Making spirits bright this holiday social season starts with the well-appointed home bar.

Holiday-Happy-Hour-Bar-cartHouse & Home

Signature Design by Ashley Clarkburn Bar Cart

Signature Design by Ashley Clarkburn Bar Cart

For the holiday season, entertain replacing decanter tops with glass ornaments for a festive touch.

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Set Of 6 Acrylic Icicle Ornaments

Pick up a set of 6 acrylic icicle ornaments for sip and swirl cocktail stirrers for now, take home favor for fa la la later.

Christmas Time In The City Dessert Plate

Melania 9 oz. Stemmed Wine Glass

Melania 9 oz. Stemmed Wine Glass

Highball 6 Piece Gold Band Glass Set

Highball 6 Piece Gold Band Glass Set

blush-pink-rose

Marilyn-Monroe-whiskey-decanter

EBTH

The Pioneer Woman Amelia 14.7-Ounce Rose Tea Goblets, Set of 4

The Pioneer Woman Amelia Goblet, Rose

Disco Ball Round Glass Coasters, Set of 4

Disco Ball Round Glass Coasters, Set of 4

Royal Guard Whiskey Decanter

Royal Guard Whiskey Decanter

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Bottle Brush Trees Water Globe

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pemberly-row-modern-glass-metal-bar-cart

Pemberly Row Modern 3-Shelf Glass and Metal Bar Cart in Satin Gold

Set of 6 Exquisite Bohemian Crystal Style Cut Czech Drinking Rock Glass Cups Tumbler SetSet of 6 Bohemian Crystal Style Cut Czech Tumbler Set

The essential pop of color welcomes style home.

gentlemens bar cartSouthern Living

boxwood-wreath-ribbon

antler=decorative

8x10 Oil Painting of a Rooster

8×10 Oil Painting of a Rooster

rooster-table-lamp

Rooster Table Lamp

French Country Chicken Pint Glass 16-oz Set of 4

French Country Chicken Pint Glass 16-oz Set of 4

vintage-rooster-tole-tray

Vintage Rooster Tole Tray

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Mosser Glass Vintage Style Nesting Hen

Southern-cheese-straws-recipe

Southern in tradition with just the right blend of flavors to season the sip and serve hour, this recipe for easy-to-make homemade cheese straws
will become a must have appetizer accompaniment to the cocktail hour.

Southern-styled-bar-cart

Domino – Photography by Eric Piasecki
Architecture by Gil Schafer – Design by Rita Konig

Poulan Tray Bar Cart

Frisco Tray Table in Slate

Old Colony Furniture Co. Faux Bamboo Butlers bar cart

Old Colony Furniture Co. Faux Bamboo Butler’s Bar Cart

Light Woven Oval Tray

Light Woven Oval Tray

Rattan Rectangular Tray with Rounded Corners and Cutout Handles

Rattan Scallop Deep Ottoman Tray

Rattan Scallop Deep Ottoman Tray

S/6 Whiskey Neat Note CardsSet of 6 Whiskey Neat Note Cards – Lana’s Shop

In Spirits of the Holiday Style-

Bar-Cart-Tray-Photography-by-Cassandra-Monroe

Domino – Photography by Cassandra Monroe

Handcarved Land & Sky Buffet By Anthropologie in Grey

Handcarved Land & Sky Buffet By Anthropologie in Grey

White Stoneware Plates with Gold Rims, 8 in.

White Stoneware Plates with Gold Rims, 8 in.

Large Gold Hammered Serving TrayLarge Gold Hammered Serving Tray

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOSH YÖUNG DESIGN HOUSE

Domino- Photography by Josh Yöung Design House

lady-brush-strokes-art

Altered Vintage Oil Portrait

Dublin Triangle Decanter

Dublin Triangle Decanter

Antique Chest of Drawers in Burl, 1890s

Antique Chest of Drawers in Burl, 1890s

Studded Glass Decanter by Viski

Studded Glass Decanter by Viski

Preserved Cedar Foliage

Preserved Cedar Foliage

DIY chic is always in old-fashioned fashion for a curated home bar cart, cabinet or corner.

pink champagne brush strokes DIY ice buckets

DIY Painted Abstract Brushstroke Ice Bucket 

Majestic Gifts Inc. S/6 Glass Highball TumblersMajestic Gifts Inc. S/6 Glass Highball Tumblers

retro-cocktails-holiday-party

Thorold 2 Door Square Accent CabinetThorold 2 Door Square Accent Cabinet

Holiday Nutcracker Sugar Plum King

Holiday Nutcracker Sugar Plum King

Nutcracker Bar Tool Set, 6 Pieces

Nutcracker Bar Tool Set, 6 Pieces

bar-wares-garden-gun

Garden & Gun

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

holiday-outdoor-bar

red-pinecone-cut-glassware-collection

Red Pinecone Cut Goblets

Qualia Bling Martini Glasses (Set of 2)

Qualia Bling Martini Glasses (Set of 2)

holiday-celebrate-cocktail-napkins

PPD Celebrate Cocktail Napkins

Dublin Red Hurricane Goblet

Dublin Red Hurricane Goblet

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cocktails-on-dining-table-holidays-HG-photo-DEAN HEARNE

House & Garden – Photo by Dean Hearne 

Wilshire Decanter, Red

Wilshire Decanter, Red

santa mini espresso mug

pink santa claus face mug 1

Small his and hers Santa mugs become super cute shot glasses.

bulb light cups

Wembley Drink Holder Christmas Bulbs 4pk Gift

Sipping in a Winter Wonderland.

winter-wonderland-theme-bar-accessories

snowflake-dinnerware

Snowflake Dinnerware

may-I-serve-you-cocktails

Snacks go well with seasonal cocktails, and the clear candy kiss dishes house nuts, pretzels, etc… in holiday fashion.

bar mix

 Candy Dish Collection from Godinger Candy Dish Collection from Godinger

Set of 4 Tartan Plates Peace, Love, Joy, Noel

Set of 4 Tartan Plates: Peace, Love, Joy, Noel

festive bar cartSouthern Living – Photography by Kat Teutsch / Big Leo

dark magnolia wreath

Molly+Martini+Bar+Cart

 

Stud decanter

Stud Decanter

Holiday Gatherings Tartan Plaid Appetizer Plates Set of 4   4pk Porcelain Wexford Dinner Plates

Christmas Vintage Scalloped Plates Set

Vintage White Milk Glass Small Glasses

Vintage White Milk Glass Small Glasses

holiday-deer-cocktail-napkins

PPD Christmas Deer Cocktail Napkins

Letters+Snack+3+Piece+Nut+Bowl+Set

Haglund Bar/Letters Snack 3 Piece Nut Bowl Set

mint julep cups set

Acopa Alchemy Hammered Stainless Steel Mint Julep Cup- Set of 4

 Match Box Set of 2 - Seas and Greetings

Match Box Set of 2 – Seas and Greetings

Voluspa Crushed Candy Cane Candle

Voluspa Crushed Candy Cane Candle

Champagne Coupe Glasses

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4, Created for Macy’s

Fluted Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Fluted Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

bar menu mirror Southern Living

19th-C. English Oak Buffet

19th-C. English Oak Buffet

faux boxwood garlandBoxwood Garland

Hudson Grace Double Champagne Bucket

Hudson Grace Double Champagne Bucket

Luttrell Indoor Aluminum Handcrafted Champagne Cooler

Luttrell Indoor Aluminum Handcrafted Champagne Cooler

cocktails-at-night

home bar styling ideas

Viv Champagne Glasses, Set of 8

3 Gallon Dispenser

3 Gallon Dispenser

Britta Optic 3-Gallon Punch Bowl

Britta Optic 3-Gallon Punch Bowl

Dollar store nickel-plated serving trays make a lovely presentation and prove budget-friendly.

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I use these trays for everything from serving trays to cocktail napkin holders to coasters.

waiting-on-martha-bar-trayWaiting on Martha

Queen+Anne+Small+Oblong+Gallery+Tray

Cyan Design Roscoe Tray Roscoe 18.5" Diameter Metal Tray Made in India - Nickel

Cyan Design Roscoe Tray Roscoe 18.5″ Diameter Metal Tray – Nickel

crystal-cut-glass-bowl-honeysuckleRoyal Brierley Honeysuckle Crystal Bowl

Cocktails on the Yellowstone courtesy of casually elegant pieces.

Saluti II Black Metal Frame Cage with 3-Wood Shelves Oval Bar Cart

Saluti II Black Metal Frame Cage with 3-Wood Shelves Oval Bar Cart

Vintage Seltzer Bottles

Vintage Seltzer Bottles

American Icon Buffalo Sculpture

American Icon Buffalo Sculpture

Arthur Court Cowboy Hat Chip and Dip

Arthur Court Cowboy Hat Chip and Dip

Arthur Court Stainless Steel Mesh Picnic Food Cover

Arthur Court Stainless Steel Mesh Picnic Food Cover

black-white-photo-poster-women-drinking-prairie

John Wayne Signature Decanter 23Oz1

John Wayne “Quotes Series 1” 3 Piece Gift Set – Whiskey Decanter

Foster & Rye Cowboy Bottle Opener, Beer Bottle Opener

Foster & Rye Cowboy Bottle Opener, Beer Bottle Opener

cow-oil-on-canvas

Sheep Head Wall Décor

Sheep Head Wall Décor

antique-armoire-barRue Magazine – Photo by Adam Jablonski

Clear Dark Leather Strap Wine Cooler

Clear Dark Leather Strap Wine Cooler

Acrylic Double Old-Fashioned Glasses, Set of 4

Acrylic Double Old-Fashioned Glasses, Set of 4

Standing Squirrel Nut Bowl

Squirrel Candy – Nut Bowl

Pumpkin Wood Bowl

Pumpkin Wood Bowl

Thoughtful bar accessories include accents to set the tone for home bar styling ideas.

Acopa Alchemy 14 oz. Straight Sided Hammered Copper Moscow Mule Mug - 12/Pack

Acopa Alchemy 14 oz. Straight Sided Hammered Copper Moscow Mule Mug 

Tuscany Classics - Whiskey 3pc SetTuscany Classics – Whiskey 3pc Set

Super cute idea for a farmhouse style home bar shot glass or jigger.

Pewter Cow Creamer

Pewter Cow Creamer

Home Bar FYI:

Shot glasses range in size from 1 to 1¼  to 1½ ounces.

A pony shot equals 1 fluid ounce.

A jigger equals 1½ fluid ounces.

Tom Beckbe

Tom Beckbe

Olive Wood Lemon Reamer

Olive Wood Lemon Reamer

industrial style home barSlesinski Design Group, Inc.

Icy Pine Clear Champagne Ice Bucket

pinecone-base-lucite-lampPine Cone and Crystal Table Lamp

14in Pinecone Platter

14in Pinecone Platter

silver-12-Diameter-Aluminum-Ice-Bucket-with-Scoop

12″ Diameter Aluminum Ice Bucket with Scoop

antler-tongs

green-pine-cone-goblets

Holiday Etched Double Old Fashioned Glass or Wine Goblet

stacked-horn-table-lamps

Aged White Darby Deer Head Wall Decor Accent

Aged White Darby Deer Head Wall Decor Accent

stag-cocktail-shakerStag Cocktail Shaker

antler-bar-set

Handcrafted Silvertone Duck Decanter

home-bar-antique-dresser-chest

Southern Living – Photography by Laurey W. Glenn

Vintage Silhouettes

Vintage Silhouettes on Foil
Framed Mini Silhouettes

Brown Polystone Traditional Horse Sculpture

Brown Polystone Traditional Horse Sculpture

Forest Elk Head Nut Bowl

 

horn+handled+Ice+Scoop

Horn Handled Ice Scoop

Fashioned after a classic.

angelo:HOME Jaslene Glossy Glam Buffet Media Cabinet

angelo:HOME Jaslene Glossy Glam Buffet Media Cabinet

Raffael Bar Cabinet Carved Black Wash

Raffael Bar Cabinet Carved Black Wash

Lismore Black Collection

Lismore Black Collection

Accents by Jay Square Tray with Handles

Accents by Jay Square Tray with Handles

rene-lacquered-linen-matte-black-ice-bucket

Rene Lacquered Linen Matte Black Ice Bucket

lucia-swirled-glass-decanter (1)

Lucia Swirled Glass Decanter

Cheer Collection Luxurious Highball Cocktail Sparkling"Diamond" Studded Glasses

Luxurious Highball Cocktail Sparkling”Diamond” Studded Glasses

bar-cart-lucite-chair-leopardBliss at Home – Bloglovin’

Regency-eagle-convex-mirror

Regency Eagle Bevel Mirror

acorn-finial-glass-top-cart-on-wheels (1)

Brass and Glass Bar Cart with Acorn Finials

Voyager Pink Turntable

Leopard Accent Plates - Set of 4Leopard Accent Plates – Set of 4

2xhome Designer Transparent Dining Chairs

2xhome Designer Transparent Dining Chairs

leopard lumbar pillow coverLeopard Lumbar Pillow Cover

oil-portrait BCM-framed

 

Gold Leopard Glam Table Lamp - (Set of 2 )

Gold Leopard Glam Table Lamp – (Set of 2 )

brass-bar-cart-stockedBetter Homes and Gardens

Whetzel Bar Cart

Whetzel Bar CartS/6 Las Flores Coaster Set, Ivory/Multi

S/6 Las Flores Coaster Set, Ivory/Multi

Fred Press 22K Gold Curtain Tassel Rope Design Mid Century Highball Tumblers

Fred Press 22K Gold Curtain Tassel Rope Design Mid Century Highball Tumblers

Godinger-pink-highball-glasses (1)

Jax 14 oz. Pink Crystal Highball Glasses (Set of 4)

hand clip

Victorian chic at the cocktail hour- this large brass hand clip will be clever and chic as a cocktail napkin holder.

American Brilliant Period Water Wine Liquor Decanter CarafeAmerican Brilliant Period Water Wine Liquor Decanter Carafe

Ellipse Decanter

Ellipse Decanter

Gatsby Carafe

Gatsby Carafe

Badash Crystal Chelsea Ice BucketBadash Crystal Chelsea Ice Bucket

Dublin Ice Bucket

Dublin Ice Bucket

Badash Hemmingway Pitcher

Badash Hemmingway Pitcher

Glam meets old Hollywood meets modern day must have.

Carson Carrington Ullnasnoret Scalloped Velvet Arm Chair

Carson Carrington Ullnasnoret Scalloped Velvet Arm Chair

Louisiana lagniappe reflects a sense of home state home which reflects a sense of my personal style.

StyleCraft Grey with Whitewash Wooden Cabinet with Mirror Design

StyleCraft Grey with Whitewash Wooden Cabinet with Mirror Design

Alligator Bottle Opener

Alligator Bottle Opener

arthur-court-ice-scoop

Slate Ice Bucket

Slate Ice Bucket

Arthur Court Designs Alligator PitcherArthur Court Designs Alligator Pitcher

High Chancellor Crocwell portrait Serving Tray

High Chancellor Crocwell portrait Serving Tray

croco ice bucket

Southern entertaining and the home bar go together like Tabasco and tomato juice.

holiday-home-bar-outdoor-entertainingSouthern Living

Take the home bar styling ideas outdoors.

Cocktails on the front or the back porch strike a chord of Southern charm.

I love how a bit of imagine results in an outdoor grill becoming a Bloody Mary bar accessorized with vintage serving pieces of silver, crystal, pottery, and porcelain.

rattan-wrapped-carafe

Bali Collection Glass Carafe,  All Natural Handwoven Rattan Wrapping

Sea Grass Sleeve Tumblers

Sea Grass Sleeve Tumblers

Magnolia Coasters, Set of 6

Magnolia Coasters, Set of 6

Magnolia+Foliage+in+Glass+Vase

 

Arthur Court Designs Magnolia Ice Measuring Scoop

Arthur Court Designs Magnolia Ice Measuring Scoop

Libbey Southern Comfort Set of Four 22K Gold and Aqua Riverboat Highball Tumblers circa 1968

Southern Comfort Set of Four 22K Gold and Aqua Riverboat Highball Tumblers

Libbey-bloody-mary-set-hurricane-glasses-pitcher

smoked bloody mary cocktail mix (1)

Traeger x Williams Sonoma Cocktail Mix, Smoked Bloody Mary

Southern Living Idea House - Crane Island

Southern Living Idea House – Crane Island

Feliz Rattan Bar Cart

Feliz Rattan Bar Cart

bar-cart-black-old-fashioned-bar-glasses

CB2

Serving Cart Bar Table ECO Natural Rattan Wicker Handmade

Serving Cart Bar Table ECO Natural Rattan Wicker Handmade

Cane Mixing Bowl by Mason Cash

Cane Mixing Bowl by Mason Cash

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Glitter Guide

A Mardi Gras mambo always adds Louisiana style to the mix and the mingle.

Jomop Handmade Colored Drinking Glasses Set Green Glassware (2, Wine Goblet)

Drinking Glasses Set Green Glassware (2, Wine Goblet)

One-Kings-Lane-Thomas-Jayne-New-Orleans-home-bar

Thomas Jayne – One Kings Lane

Vintage Culver Mardi Gras Jester Glasses

Vintage Culver Mardi Gras Jester Glasses 

Banda 14 oz. Acrylic Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

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Glass “Elixir” Bottle

French Pierrot Jewelry Box, Ceramic Sad Clown Figure Trinket Dish

French Pierrot Jewelry Box, Ceramic Sad Clown Figure Trinket Dish

Swint+Appetizer+Plate Swint 6.5″ Appetizer Plate (Set of 4)

loki-lavender-dessert-plate

Loki Lavender Dessert Plate

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Domino

Everything old is new and in style again.

Uttermost Crawford Light Oak Accent Chest

Uttermost Crawford Light Oak Accent Chest

Nourison 17" Sleek Modern Iron Mushroom Table Lamp - Silver

Nourison 17″ Sleek Modern Iron Mushroom Table Lamp – Silver

Howard Miller Open Cellar II Solid Wood Foyer Liquor Cabinet

Howard Miller Open Cellar II Solid Wood Foyer Liquor Cabinet

Jack Nicholson @ China Town Framed PrintJack Nicholson @ China Town Framed Print

Taft Decanter

Taft Decanter

Buchanan Cocktail Mixing Glass

Buchanan Cocktail Mixing Glass

wine glasses in drawer

House & Home – Photography by John Cullen

Utilize drawers for storing wine glasses.

Furniture-of-America-Sene-Contemporary-Rolling-Buffet (1)

Furniture of America Sene Contemporary Rolling Buffet

race car cocktail shaker

Race Car Cocktail Shaker

Gas Pump Dispenser

Gas Pump Dispenser

tortoishell-look-resin-wine-cooler (1)

Tortoiseshell Resin Wine Cooler

Marq burl wood trays

Marq Burl Wood Trays

All-Purpose Glasses (set of 4)

Camilo Double Old-Fashioned Glasses (set of 4)
Della All-Purpose Glasses (set of 4)

Man Walks Coasters

Man Walks Coasters

Jaxson-barware

Jaxson Barware

burl-wood-rectangular-trayBurl Wood Rectangular Tray

Multiwood Serving Board

Multiwood Serving Board

Mid Century Orange Party Bowl

Mid Century Orange Party Bowl

 tortoise Ice Bucket

House of Hackney Ice Bucket

franklin-double-old-fashioned-glassFranklin Double Old-Fashioned Glass

Cocktails and conversation take place around unique home bar pieces.

Steven Sclaroff

Steven Sclaroff

Accents mix well together to create ambiance and flow.

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Simple Designs Mini Ceramic Globe Table Lamp, Black

A small accent lamp layers a enhanced soft light, and a chic set of appetizer plates (salad plates work well, too) frame a tasty nip and nosh.

Thyme & Table Dinnerware Black & White Medallion Stoneware Salad Round Plates, 4 Pack.

Black & White Medallion Stoneware Salad Round Plates, 4 Pack

Fire Truck 10-Pc. Bar Tool Set

Fire Truck 10-Pc. Bar Tool Set

Radius Barware Collection

radius-decanter

Radius Decanter

Hendrick+InteriorsHendrick Interiors

Airplane Decanter Set

Airplane Decanter Set

Gemmill 2 Door Accent Cabinet

Serge 2 Door Accent Cabinet

SILVER ART Airplane Base Shot Glass

SILVER ART Airplane Base Shot Glass

Brixton 12-Ounce Rocks Glass

Brixton 12-Ounce Rocks Glass

Four Airplane Coasters

Four Airplane Coasters

Black Dashed-Pattern Cooler Glasses

Black Dashed-Pattern Cooler Glasses

metal airplane propeller clock

Metal Airplane Propeller Wall Decor Clock 

Hip Vintage Rod Hand Cut and Polished Glass Decanter

Hip Vintage Rod Hand Cut and Polished Glass Decanter

hammered-bar-ware

Steady-Temp 8 oz. Martini GlassSteady-Temp 8 oz. Martini Glass

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Fluted Whiskey Decanter  ||  Mixology Elixer Spirits Decanter

Stainless-Steel Cocktail Picks, Set of 6

Stainless-Steel Cocktail Picks, Set of 6

Stainless Steel Martini Picks (Set of 6)

Stainless Steel Martini Picks (Set of 6)

Degroff silver cocktail shaker

Degroff Silver Cocktail Shaker

Hammered Stainless-Steel Champagne Bucket

Hammered Stainless-Steel Champagne Bucket

Before many of us became smarter and healthier and the laws of the land changed, the ash tray was part of the cocktail bar landscape.

Mid Century Ceramic Shoe Ashtray

Mid Century Ceramic Shoe Ashtray

HomArt Large Decorative Cigar Matches

HomArt Large Decorative Cigar Matches

2-Wick Candle Sweet Tobacco

2-Wick Candle Sweet Tobacco

A vintage ash tray repurposed as a cocktail spoon or stirrer holder makes a great conversation piece.

Hammered Candy Nut BowlHammered Candy / Nut Bowl

stovetop sugar free candied nuts Stovetop Sugar Free Candied Nuts 

Entertain these home bar styling ideas for a finished result that’s one part glamour, one part personal style, and one part fabulous now being served.

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New Year’s Eve Soiree Suggestions

These New Year’s Eve soiree suggestions center around hosting a great get together that is as simple in prep and serve as it is in style and taste.

I think host and hostesses shy from the concept of simple thinking simple translates to open bags of chips tossed about with a if you want it get up and get it yourself party vibe, not that there’s anything wrong with that.

Simple entertaining is the first cousin to comfortable times spent at home with friends over good eats and drinks mixed with great conversation, music and merriment.  Simple takes the lead of the evening setting the tone, the feel and the mood.

It’s a perfected manner of entertaining that should appear to be exactly what it is intended to be- a casual and comfortable gathering of friends with the emphasis on let’s have fun.

PERFECT_CHEESE_BOARD_PIC_02How to build the Perfect Cheese Board

I love the casual glam look created by pairing a denim shirt with the sparkle, glitz and glamour of holiday appropriate jewelry and accessories.

Apply that same philosophy by pairing up otherwise ordinary goodies with serveware befitting an all that glitters New Year’s Eve celebration.

View More: http://kristaajones.pass.us/nyeThe Glitter Guide

For example, these porcelain dip bowls in gold and silver from Target retail for $2.99 each. I also noticed a Nate Berkus serving tray on clearance for under $10.

Make new and affordable entertaining friends while ringing out the old, a few in silver and a few in gold.

New Year's Eve Soiree Suggestions

Who doesn’t love to sip a cocktail or mocktail from a salt or sugar-rimmed glass?

Pop a good time for New Year’s Eve with casual fair and flair.

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Cheers to my very favorite unleaded drink of choice, the Shirley Temple.

A good Shirley Temple takes me back to summers at the Broadwater Beach Hotel in Biloxi, Mississippi.

Homemade-Fortune-Cookie-RecipeHomemade Fortune Cookies

Festive fortune cookie favors carry out the theme of good luck and fortune for the New Year and New Year’s Eve party goer.

Della Gossett, executive pastry chef at Wolfgang Puck’s Spago Beverly Hills, shares her recipe for homemade fortune cookies with the readers of POPSUGAR.

Talk about luck!

black-eyed-peas1New Orleans Style Blackeye Peas

A midnight black-eyed pea buffet is always a part of our New Year’s Eve party plans.

Starting the New Year off in a simple and casual setting with a bang of tradition, a dash of festive ritual and a dish of good luck is resolution number one.

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All’s Well That Weekends Well

A late week project opportunity came about at the last minute, and to say I’ve been otherwise engaged is an understatement.

No complaints, but I made a promise to myself and Dave the Builder I would stop and smell the roses, or in this case, magnolias this weekend.

My fingers may have been crossed behind my back just a wee bit, but I’ll do my best to take the weekend off.

After all, all’s well that weekends well.

magnolias-in-vase

Southern Magnolias make a beautiful “it’s the weekend” arrangement.

Grab a crystal vase, silver bowl, mason jar or ironstone pitcher, fill  it with warm water ( yes, warm water) and add whatever fresh  flowers you wish.

It’s guaranteed happiness at home.

Fresh flowers and maybe a Margarita with Citrus Salt.

All the delicious details of this tempting recipe from Jad Driggers the chef, husband and Mr. Mom behind New South Food Company are featured over at How to Decorate from Ballard Designs.

Citrus-Margarita

Margarita with Citrus Salt

Ingredients

3 cup 100% Agave Reposado Tequila
2 cup Cointreau
1 cup fresh lime juice (Aprox 6-8 medium limes)
¼  cup agave nectar
For garnish
2 oranges
2 lemons
2 limes
6 tablespoons Kosher salt

Directions

Make sure your limes are at room temperature and roll them back on forth on a hard surface before juicing.

Add tequila, cointreau, lime juice and agave to large pitcher with ice. Taste and adjust sweetness to your liking.

Zest 1 orange, 1 lemon and 1 lime into a small dish with the salt.  Mix the zest and the salt with your fingers.

Slice the remaining fruits into wheels for garnish.

Wet each rim of the glasses you’re using with juice from a citrus slice and then dip the glass into the zest/salt mixture.

Fill each glass with margarita mix, garnish with wedges of fruit on the rim and in the glass.

– New South Food Company as featured by Ballard Designs

Waterlogue (2)

Still loving the Waterlogue app.

I am seriously considering having personalized stationery made using this image.

Joy-wedding

Our thirty-four year old nephew wrote the above words in one of his notebooks when he was eight years old.

His dad saved the piece of paper in his wallet all these years.

When my nephew married, his dad took the piece of precious paper to the printers and had refrigerator magnets made for each member of the wedding party and family members.

A faded piece of paper with profound words from an eight year old boy made a priceless keepsake.

I hope your weekend is restful and full of joy.

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New Year’s Eve Appetizer And Beverage Suggestions

New Year’s Eve appetizer and beverage suggestions are everywhere, including Places In The Home.

Camille Styles

Allow me to entice you with a few favorite recipes old and new for your New Year’s Eve spread consideration.

Sugar and Nut Glazed Brie

Ingredients

¼ cup packed brown sugar

¼ cup chopped macadamia nuts or pecans

1 tablespoon brandy

1 (14-ounce) round brie

Apple wedges, for serving

Pear wedges, for serving

2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice

Crackers, for serving

Directions

In a small bowl stir together the sugar, nuts, and brandy. Cover and chill for at least 24 hours or up to 1 week.

Preheat oven to 500 degrees F.

Place the brie on an ovenproof platter or pie plate. Bake for 4 or 5 minutes or until the brie is slightly softened. Spread the sugar mixture in an even layer on top of the warm brie and bake for 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until the sugar melts.

Brush the fruit wedges with lemon juice and arrange them around 1 side of the brie.

Place crackers around the other side.

-The Food Network

Stuffed Mushrooms, Baby!

Ingredients

24 ounces, weight White Button Mushrooms

⅓ pounds Hot Pork Sausage

½ whole Medium Onion, Finely Diced

4 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced

⅓ cups Dry White Wine

8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese

1 whole Egg Yolk

¾ cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated

Salt And Pepper, to taste

Directions

Wipe off or wash mushrooms in cold water. Pop out stems, reserving both parts. Chop mushroom stems finely and set aside. Brown and crumble sausage. Set aside on a plate to cool. Add onions and garlic to the same skillet; cook for 2 minutes over medium low heat. Pour in wine to deglaze pan, allow liquid to evaporate. Add in chopped mushroom stems, stir to cook for 2 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Set mixture aside on a plate to cool.

In a bowl, combine cream cheese and egg yolk. Stir together with Parmesan cheese. Add cooled sausage and cooled mushroom stems. Stir mixture together and refrigerate for a short time to firm up. Smear mixture into the cavity of each mushroom, creating a sizable mound over the top.

Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Allow to cool at least ten minutes before serving; the stuffed mushrooms taste better when not piping hot.

-The Pioneer Woman

We had these at a cocktail party a few years ago and I was thrilled to rediscover the recipe.

Rich & indulgent, exactly the way appetizers on New Year’s Eve should be!

artichoke-spread

Pecan-Crusted Artichoke Spread

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter

½ cup finely chopped onion

3 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach

1 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

1 8 ounce package reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), softened

½ cup fat-free mayonnaise dressing or salad dressing

2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese (8 oz.)

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (2 oz.)

2 dashes bottled hot pepper sauce

¼ cup finely chopped pecans

Baguette-style French bread slices, toasted

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degree F. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes. Add spinach; cook for 3 to 5 minutes more or until onion is tender and spinach is cooked, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in chopped artichoke hearts, cream cheese, mayonnaise dressing, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and hot pepper sauce.

Transfer to an ungreased 1-½-quart casserole. Bake for 40 minutes. Top with pecans; bake for 10 minutes more.

Serve with toasted bread slices.

Makes 4 cups spread (sixty-four 1-tablespoon servings).

-Better Homes and Gardens

Party Crab Puffs

Ingredients

1 cup water

½  cup butter, cubed

¼  teaspoon salt

1 cup all-purpose flour

4 eggs

FILLING:

4 hard-cooked eggs, finely chopped

1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

¼ cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons finely chopped onion

2 tablespoons prepared horseradish, drained

Minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny.

Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside. Discard soft dough from inside. Cool puffs.

In a large bowl, combine the filling ingredients. Just before serving, spoon 1 teaspoonful filling into each puff; sprinkle with parsley if desired. Replace tops. Yield: 8 dozen.

-Taste of Home

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Mr. B’s Barbecued Shrimp

Ingredients

3 tbsp. unsalted butter, plus 12 tbsp. cut into ½ ” cubes and chilled

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

½  cup Crystal hot sauce

¼  cup Worcestershire sauce

2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp. Creole seasoning

4 tsp. ground black pepper

1 ½ lb. head-on large shrimp, unpeeled

Kosher salt, to taste

French bread, for serving

Directions

Heat 3 tbsp. butter in a 12″ skillet over medium-high heat.  Add garlic; cook until soft, 1-2 minutes.  Add hot sauce, Worcestershire, juice, Creole seasoning and pepper.  Bring to a simmer; cook until sauce is reduced by half, 5-7 minutes.  Add shrimp; cook, flipping once, until cooked through, 3-4 minutes.

Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in chilled butter to make a smooth sauce.  Season with salt.

Serve with French bread.

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-Saveur

Butterscotch-Pears-taste-of-home

I prepared these for Christmas dinner and the reviews were rave!  The recipe is balanced correctly for a not- too-sweet side dish for baked ham, scrambled eggs, or as dessert.

Butterscotch Pears 

Ingredients

4 large firm pears

1 tablespoon lemon juice

¼  cup packed brown sugar

3 tablespoons butter, softened

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

½  teaspoon ground cinnamon

¼ teaspoon salt

½  cup chopped pecans

½  cup pear nectar

2 tablespoons honey

Directions

Cut pears in half lengthwise; remove cores. Brush pears with lemon juice. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, flour, cinnamon and salt; stir in pecans. Spoon into pears; place in 4-qt. slow cooker.

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Combine pear nectar and honey; drizzle over pears.

Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through.

Serve warm. 

-Taste of Home

 Cocktail Suggestions

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Hirsheimer & Hamilton 

Prosecco- Raspberry Gelée

Ingredients

2 cups (9 ounces) fresh raspberries

¾  cup plus 2 tablespoons. sugar, divided

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided

1 750-ml chilled bottle Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine), divided

3 ½ teaspoon unflavored gelatin (measured from two 1/4-ounce envelopes)

¾  teaspoon orange-flower water (optional)

Directions

Place raspberries, ¼ cup sugar, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a medium bowl; toss gently to combine.

Let stand at room temperature until raspberries release their juices, tossing occasionally, 20-30 minutes.

Place ½ cup Prosecco in a small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over and let stand 5 minutes to soften.

Bring 1 cup Prosecco to a boil with remaining ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; add gelatin mixture and stir until dissolved.

Transfer gelatin mixture to a large pitcher.  Add raspberries with juices, remaining Prosecco, remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and orange-flower water (if using), stirring to dissolve any sugar.

Using a slotted spoon, divide raspberries equally among coupe glasses or other small wide, shallow glasses or cups. Divide Prosecco mixture equally among glasses, about ¾ cup per glass.

Chill gelée until firm, about 3 hours.

-Epicurious

This is my favorite~

 

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Cheers to the perfect spicy alcoholic or non-alcoholic cocktail for New Year’s Eve and/or New Year’s Day.

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Creole Bloody Mary Cocktail

Ingredients

1 tsp. celery salt

2 ounces vodka

1 tsp. Pickapeppa sauce

1 tsp.  Worcestershire sauce

1 dash hot sauce

6 ounces Clamato juice

2 lemon wedges

1 tsp. lime juice

Celery hearts, for garnish

*** for an extra spicy garnish, spicy pickled green beans are delicious!***

cajun-garnishes

Directions

Run lemon wedge around rim of a glass.  Fill glass with ice.  Pour in vodka(or delete for non-alcoholic version), Pickapeppa sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce; top with Clamato.

Add celery salt, lime juice, and lemon juice from wedges into glass.

Stir well and garnish with celery heart or spicy green bean.

Serves 1.

© Dave Lauridsen via Food & Wine

Emerald Palmers

Ingredients

8 Persian cucumbers, chopped

2 cups mint leaves

1 ½ cups fresh lemon juice

½  cup agave nectar

1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder

Kosher salt

Ice

Directions

In a bowl, toss the cucumbers with the mint leaves. Transfer half of the mixture to a blender and puree until chunky.

In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice, agave and matcha powder with 5 cups of ice water. With the blender on, add half of the lemon mixture to the puree and blend until very smooth. Transfer to a punch bowl. Blend the remaining cucumbers, mint and lemon mixture until very smooth and transfer to the punch bowl.

Season the drink lightly with salt and serve in ice-filled glasses.

-Food & Wine

 

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