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19 Frozen Cocktails to Blend Up This Summer
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Like an espresso martini frappé, make-ahead piña coladas, and a spicy mango margarita.
Frozen Garibaldi
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This Frozen Garibaldi recipe transforms frozen orange juice concentrate and Campari into a slushy cocktail worthy of a fancy summer brunch or hot afternoon by the pool.
Ice Cubes for the Serious Cocktail Fan
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If you’re serious about your cocktails, it’s time to start thinking of ice as an ingredient
Crystal Clear Milk Punch
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Since you’re already taking a couple of days to make punch, might as well make fancy ice. Try freezing water in balloons. Run the frozen ovals under cold water until they just fit inside your glasses.
Upside-Down Martinis for a Crowd
Invert the ratio of gin to vermouth for a party-friendly and slightly lighter drinking experience.
Frozen Negroni
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This frosty version of the bittersweet Italian cocktail is easy to make ahead for drinks on demand.
Paper Fleet (Paper Planes for a Crowd)
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One classic Paper Plane—great. Enough of that same classic cocktail to serve a crowd? Sign us up, we’ll bring the bourbon.
Spicy Mango Margarita
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Blend frozen mango, blanco tequila, and lime juice into these cooling margaritas. A Tajín rim adds a spicy-salty kick.
Classic Martini
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This cocktail should be served so cold it hurts, which you should repeat to yourself as you stir. And stir. And stir. 
10 Beer Cocktail Recipes That Do the Impossible: Make Beer Even Better
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The only thing more awesome than an ice-cold beer? An ice-cold beer cocktail
Extra-Dry Martini
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Gin or vodka? Stanley Tucci’s martini recipe allows for either, depending on your mood. Just make sure it’s stirred, never shaken.
Garden Party Super Punch
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If you’re looking for the most summery of punches that doesn’t overdo it on the booze, have your people call our people.
5 Ice Tricks That Will Elevate Your Cocktails Immediately
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Five insider tips and tricks to get your cocktail ice up to the professional par.

Alex Delany

The 6 Things You Need to Mix Drinks Like a Pro Bartender
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6 essential cocktail tips every home bartender should master.

Belle Cushing

My Version of Meal Prep is Making Big-Batch Martinis
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A big-batch drink is way more fun than a dozen hard-boiled eggs.

John deBary

How to Fix Frozen Cocktails That Turned Into Flavorless Slush Puddles
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Because frozen cocktails should be flavorful and, well, frozen.

Rick Martinez

Freeze a Bottle of Liquor, Be the Coolest Host Ever
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Even if you're pouring cheap vodka, this will still look cool.

Amiel Stanek

How to Ice the Perfect Cake
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Get the buttercream frosting ready and let's do this thing.
How to Make Boozy Ice Pops
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Wanna add a kick to your favorite summer treats? Rick Martinez will show you how, with help from Bad Hunter in Chicago!
The Perfect Way to Make Iced Espresso
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Bon Appétit's editor-in-chief Adam Rapoport has a very specific method for making iced espresso. Watch and learn.
5 Quick Dips To Make For Your Next Party
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Join Bon Appétit contributor Pierce Abernathy in the BA Test Kitchen as he makes 5 delicious dips with complex layers of flavor that come together quick—perfect for your next summer get together.
Perfect Cocktail to Keep You Warm in Those Black Friday Lines
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The Layaway cocktail is the perfect thing to keep you awake and warm during the early hours of Black Friday. The combination of coffee, spiced rum and zesty lemon and ginger is a magic mix that's got your covered in those chilly lines. This cocktail recipe would also be tasty with regular dark rum and ginger ale, but we like the kick you get from using the spicier versions of each. Get the recipe: http://weightloss-tricks.today/recipe/the-layaway%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3C/div%3E%3Cdiv class="StackedRatingsCardWrapper-ghvskg ffDePc SummaryCollectionGridSummaryItem-HgAzv kSXTun search_result_item-578d2f48d6e20cf6325f69a9">
How to Make an Absolutely Perfect Vodka Soda
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How to make the perfect vodka soda at home—right down to the proper glassware.