Alcohol

Any dark caramel-flavored liquor will work with this; it’s particularly good with rye whiskey or rum.

This may just be the cocktail to end all Manischewitz jokes. You decide.

If you’re nervous about igniting the whiskey (honestly, who wouldn’t be), or you have an electric stove, simply let the spirit reduce in the pan. The flavor will be the same. On the other hand, if you’re into kitchen pyrotechnics, just do that step carefully and with the pan extended as far from your body as possible. This was created in partnership with Chef Watson.

Instead of lemon juice, you can use fresh grapefruit or orange juice; bourbon is a great sub for rye.

Inspired by the quintessential version served at Curra’s Grill in Austin. Trust us, it’s good!

This recipe would also work with small cipolline onions or larger torpedo-shaped shallots.

This potent New Orleans nightcap is as much about the aromatic absinthe rinse as it is the Cognac and rye.

Out of tequila? Never fear: Using vodka instead makes this watermelon margarita recipe just as delicious.

Aperol spritz is one of the most popular aperitifs in Italy, and you'll soon find out why after tasting this.

Go with a Brut style (the driest) when picking out your Prosecco for max refreshment.

Store infused boozy fruit in a cool, dark place to slow oxidation, kinda like aging your own wine!

Store infused booze in a cool, dark place to slow oxidation, kinda like aging your own wine!

Skip the pricey Champagne and go for Italian Prosecco, with lots of solid options under $15.

These fillings would also work wrapped up in a tortilla or lavash.

Pour in the root beer slowly, allowing it to cascade over the ice cream, then top off until the glass is full.

Yes, you can use regular oranges, but don’t you just love the color you get from blood oranges?!

Prosecco adds a little bit of a kick to these fruity pops. Avoid the urge to add any more than the recipe calls for—too much alcohol and the pops won’t freeze solid.

These breezy cocktails are the kind of thing you can drink all afternoon.

The recipe doesn’t say to add a shot of Baileys, but we have a feeling you wouldn’t regret doing so.

The ice in this spicy grapefruit cocktail dilutes the drink over time, so you can keep sipping well into the party.