Cocktail Recipes

djbabyj1 asked:


we are having a cocktail party of sorts. we are serving a variety of appetizers to later be followed by an array of desserts. we have no problem finding recipes for the food but cannot find a drink list/menu to compliment these types of food. we need cocktails that would work for appetizers and desserts. we have no problem finding wine pairing guides but cocktail pairing guides have been a little tricky. any help would be much appreciated. we are still very flexible with our menu. anything from spring rolls and poppers to creme brulee and chocolate lava cake.
sorry im a little vague. we have not set a final menu as of yet. so like if you know of a drink that would pair with apple cobbler or any other suggestions would help.

luvmycats asked:


I am getting married in my home and it is just family coming–several from out of town. So I wanted to have a chance for everyone to get together and mingle/visit since it’s been a while since we’ve all been together. I am having a luncheon cocktail hour for visiting, etc…before the ceremony. I am having shrimp cocktail, mini quiches, cherry tomatoes stuffed with pesto and topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese, cheese and cracker platter, fruit platter (maybe veggies too), and maybe broiled crab-stuffed mushroom caps. I need ONE more appetizer–like a fancy finger sandwhich or pinwheel sandwhich. Mind you–I am prepping this stuff myself (with mom’s help) the day before–except the stuff that goes in the oven obviously. I’ve perused hors d’oeuvre/appetizer books and recipe websites. I’m just not finding that last one that jumps out at me and sounds great with maybe a little sophistication. (Nothing in a sauce–too messy.)