Bloody Caesar Shooters with Jalapeño and Chile de Arbol:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Clamato juice (or tomato juice if preferred)
• 1/4 cup vodka
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of black pepper
• Sliced jalapeño peppers for garnish
• Chile de arbol powder for rimming
• Tajin seasoning for rimming
• Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix together the Clamato juice, vodka, lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper in a pitcher or measuring cup. Stir well to combine.
2. On a small plate, mix together the Chile de arbol powder and Tajin seasoning to create the rimming mixture.
3. Take a lime wedge and rub it around the rim of each shot glass to moisten it.
4. Dip the moistened rim of each shot glass into the Chile de arbol and Tajin mixture, coating the rim evenly.
5. Fill each shot glass with the Bloody Caesar mixture.
6. Garnish each shooter with a slice of jalapeño pepper and chile de arbol on the rim.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your spicy Bloody Caesar shooters!

These shooters are perfect for parties or gatherings, offering a spicy twist on the classic Bloody Caesar cocktail. Adjust the level of hot sauce and jalapeño peppers to suit your taste preferences.

As the holiday season comes to a close, there’s no better way to bid farewell to the festivities than with one last round of beautifully crafted drinks. Whether you’re savoring the lingering moments of celebration or opting for a fresh start on January 1st, we’ve got you covered with a trio of tantalizing beverages – including a vibrant mocktail for those choosing a lighter path.

Mezcal Paloma:

Ingredients:

• Rim your glass with Tajin
• 1.5 oz grapefruit juice
• ½ oz lime juice
• ½ oz agave syrup
• 1.5 oz mezcal
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Rim your glass with Tajin for a spicy kick.
2. In a shaker, combine grapefruit juice, lime juice, agave syrup, and mezcal.
3. Shake well and strain the mixture into your prepared glass over ice.
4. Give it a gentle stir, and voilà – the Mezcal Paloma, a perfect blend of smoky and citrusy notes to savor one more time.

Apple Cider Mimosas:

Ingredients:

• Chilled apple cider
• Sparkling wine or champagne
• Apple slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill half of your champagne flute with chilled apple cider.
2. Top it off with your favorite sparkling wine or champagne.
3. Garnish with apple slices for a festive touch.
4. Enjoy the crisp and bubbly goodness of an Apple Cider Mimosa, a delightful twist to the classic mimosa.

Blood Orange and Grapefruit Mocktail:

For those opting for a non-alcoholic option, indulge in the rich flavors and deep red hues of a Blood Orange and Grapefruit Mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz blood orange juice
• 1 oz grapefruit juice
• Tonic water or soda
• Sliced blood orange and grapefruit for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a glass, combine blood orange juice and grapefruit juice.
2. Add tonic water or soda to your liking for effervescence.
3. Garnish with slices of blood orange and grapefruit.
4. Raise a toast to a refreshing and visually stunning mocktail, perfect for a light and bright beginning to the new year.

Wrap up your holiday season in style with these last sips, appreciating the artistry of mixology and the joy that a well-crafted drink brings to your gatherings. Cheers to new beginnings and the promise of exciting adventures in the year ahead!

Welcome to the Stokes Home For The Holidays series, where we’re here to make your holiday hosting and entertaining a breeze. To start things off, we’ve enlisted our go-to cocktail expert, Cesar Morales, our Marketing Director, to prepare a classic and uncomplicated cocktail: the gin and tonic.

Ingredients:

• Quebecois Gin from Seventh Heaven
• Freshly made sparkling water using our Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker
• A sprig of fresh rosemary for a burst of flavor
• A cucumber ribbon for garnish

Instructions:

1. In our stylish Regis glass, as recommended by Cesar Morales, pour a generous shot of Quebecois Gin from Seventh Heaven. The silver rim of the glass adds a gorgeous touch of elegance to your drink.
2. Add a handful of ice cubes to keep your drink perfectly chilled.
3. Fill the glass with sparkling water, freshly made with our Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker, until you reach your preferred level of fizziness.
4. Give it a gentle stir to blend the flavors and release the aromatic essence of the rosemary.
5. Garnish your gin and tonic with a delicate cucumber ribbon, and you’re ready to celebrate the holiday season with this classic and refreshing cocktail.

Enjoy your effortlessly chic gin and tonic, perfect for raising a toast to the holidays. Stay tuned for more holiday hosting tips and ideas in our Home For The Holidays series!

Ingredients:

• 8-10 fresh raspberries
• Juice of 1 lime
• 4-5 fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon lime syrup
• 2 ounces tequila
• 2 ounces white rum
• Sparkling water (using the Thinkkitchen Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker)
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

Step 1: Muddle and Mix

1. In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh raspberries, lime juice, and mint leaves.
2. Gently muddle the ingredients to release their flavors and aromas.
3. Add the lime syrup, tequila, and white rum to the shaker.
4. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and close it tightly.

Step 2: Shake and Strain:
Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to thoroughly combine the ingredients and chill the mixture.

Grab a strainer and strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice cubes.

The strainer will ensure that any raspberry seeds or mint leaves are left behind, resulting in a smooth and refreshing cocktail.

Step 3: Top with Sparkling Water: Take your Thinkkitchen Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to prepare fresh sparkling water.

Once ready, carefully pour the sparkling water over the strained cocktail in the glass, filling it to the brim.

The bubbles from the sparkling water will create a lively and effervescent experience, enhancing the overall drinking experience.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve.
Garnish the cocktail with a few extra raspberries and a sprig of mint for an elegant touch.

Imma’s Sparkling Raspberry Lime Cocktail is a vibrant and refreshing drink that combines the natural sweetness of raspberries, the zesty tang of lime, and the invigorating fizz of the Thinkkitchen Retro Sparkling Beverage maker. The addition of mint, lime syrup, tequila, and white rum adds complexity and depth to this summer sipper. So, grab your shaker, muddle those berries, and create your own sparkling concoction to elevate any occasion. Cheers to a sparkling experience with Imma’s delightful creation!

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe mango, peeled and pitted
• 8-10 fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave syrup
• Juice of 2 limes
• Crushed ice
• Soda water (using the Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker)
• Mint sprigs and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker:
   • Before starting the recipe, let’s introduce the Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker. This stylish and user-friendly machine allows you to carbonate water and create sparkling beverages effortlessly. It features a sleek black design and is equipped with a pressure-controlled carbonation system.
   • To use the Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker, fill the bottle provided with cold tap water up to the indicated fill line. Attach the bottle securely to the machine, and with a simple press of the button, the carbonation process will begin. Wait for the indicator to show that the water is carbonated, and then release the bottle.
2. Muddle the mango and mint:
   • In a cocktail shaker or a sturdy glass, add the peeled and pitted mango along with the fresh mint leaves.
   • Gently muddle the ingredients using a muddler or the back of a spoon until the mango is crushed, and the mint releases its aromatic oils.
3. Mix the cocktail:
   • Add the maple syrup or agave syrup to the muddled mango and mint mixture.
   • Squeeze the juice of two limes into the shaker or glass.
   • Fill the shaker or glass with crushed ice.
4. Shake and strain:
   • If using a cocktail shaker, cover it and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. If using a glass, stir the ingredients with a spoon.
   • Place a fine-mesh strainer over a serving glass and strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass. This step helps remove any fibrous or solid pieces, ensuring a smooth cocktail.
5. Add the sparkling water:
   • Using the Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker, carbonate chilled water according to the machine’s instructions.
   • Once the water is carbonated, carefully pour it into the serving glass containing the mango mixture. Start with a small amount and add more to your taste preference.
6. Garnish and serve:
   • Stir gently to combine the sparkling water with the mango mixture.
   • Garnish the glass with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge.
   • Serve your refreshing mango mojito immediately and enjoy the tropical flavors.

With the help of the Retro Sparkling Beverage Maker, you can take your cocktail game to the next level. Create homemade sparkling water and sodas effortlessly, and elevate your favorite cocktails like our Mango Mojito. This delightful combination of crushed muddled mango, fresh mint, tangy lime juice, and homemade sparkling water will surely quench your thirst and transport you to a sunny tropical getaway. Cheers to a refreshing and memorable experience!