Just Kate Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I'm going away with dh for the weekend :D and am so excited. We are going back to our college and meeting his old friends for the weekend. Tomorrow evening, we are going out to dinner at a nice-ish restaurant. I don't drink very often, but when I do, it is generally a beer or a margarita. I'd like to have a couple of options in mind that will make me seem a bit more like a grown up ;). What are your favorite cocktails? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyhomemaker Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Whiskey sour Gin and tonic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldberry Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Margaritas are ALWAYS appropriate! :D I also enjoy flavored martinis. I've had apple martinis which are good but a bit sweet, and my favorite a chocolate martini. YUM! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I'm partial to the Leland Palmer (it has gin, tea, and citrus flavors). There's also the Black Velvet: half stout, half champagne. It's still beer, but a little fancier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Element Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Honestly, all I ever want is a draught beer, but sometimes I don't want to be the only lady in the fancy cocktail bar with a beer, y'know? ;) When beer is unacceptable, I go for a Mai Tai or Gin and Tonic. (I hate wine. It makes me flush terribly.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 (edited) I'm partial to the Leland Palmer *shudder* I still have the occasional nightmare about Leland Palmer/Bob. I'm not sure I could bring myself to try it. Grown up. Wine. I like a Blueberry Tea on a chilly afternoon. A G&T (my kids' initials), a good Bloody Mary (surprisingly rare). Usually I go with the house specialty though. Edited September 21, 2012 by nmoira too/to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Margaritas are always awesome! If I ever go to a bar-like place, I like to order Captain Morgan and coke, Cosmopolitans, Tequila Sunrise (tequila, orange juice, and grenadine), or maybe a Mai Tai. If you feel like experimenting, try a Whisky Sour or Midori Sour. If the company needs a boost, go for a Long Island Iced Tea, but be careful when ordering this. It has a ton of alcohol, yet goes down as easily as water. Makes for interesting times;). Have fun and enjoy yourself! Who cares what your drinking?:tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esperella Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I love vodka tonics (I'm drinking one right now, settle my nerves after a scary football game), mojitos, and flavored martinis like a lemon drop or whatever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 *shudder* I still have the occasional nightmare about Leland Palmer/Bob. I'm not sure I could bring myself too try it. Well, I won't be looking in any mirrors while I'm drinking one, I'll tell you that much! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IsabelC Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 You're off for a weekend away with your hubby? Forget what others think and enjoy whatever the heck drink you feel like. (Remember, if you drink your alcopop with panache, your friends will be convinced it's the latest fashion ;) ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfknitter.# Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 A Good bartender can recommend something to fit your mood. My favorites have been either a cosmopolitan (martini) and white Russians. But safe bets are a glass of wine or beer. Good enough for fun, but great way to pace yourself. Remember to have a glass of water between drinks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlmiraGulch Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I'm partial to the Leland Palmer (it has gin, tea, and citrus flavors). There's also the Black Velvet: half stout, half champagne. It's still beer, but a little fancier. Interesting. I order a Black Velvet at least once a month and it's always stout and cider. I just Googled and it says that the non-stout part can be "champagne, sparkling white wine, cider or perry". What the heck is "perry"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelly in IL Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Yum, it is like pie in a glass! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marbel Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Glad of red wine. Sangria when it's warm. Margarita anytime. Irish coffee when it's cold. Amaretto and soda with a twist of lime. White wine spritzer if you want to go low on alcohol. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldberry Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Word of caution....if you are like me and don't drink very often, then beware of overdoing it. It can definitely, uh, "spoil the mood" for later in the romantic evening! :blushing: We still joke about that one though...Let's just say nausea + too much motion = no fun for anybody! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancer67 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 If you want frozen: Pina Coladas or Margaritas If you want beer: Blueberry(I hate beer and this is the only one I will drink) If you want to have a DRINK that will make you feel good(but not so much in the morning: Long Island Iced Tea, or a Grateful Dead. If you want a DRINK just to have one and not get trashed:Kalhua Sombrero, or even a White Russion. Cosmopolitans, and Martini's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I don't like anything that tastes like alcohol, wine usually gives me a headache, and even a second beer makes my stomach feel ick. Margartitas, daquiris and pina coladas are good in hot weather. I will usually have vodka, cranberry and midori (melon liquor) otherwise. Smooth, easy and no strong alcohol taste. I found a wine at the suggestion of our bartender last time we went out to eat. It was a German Riesling and for once I didn't get a headache or sour stomach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Cap't Morgan and Coke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plath Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 red wine dirty martini Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Kate Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 Thanks everyone! I will probably try a martini (apple, or something else). Soooo looking forward to our weekend away. Doesn't happen very often!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 In winter White Russians In summer fruity drinks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tammyw Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I'm a red wine girl, most of the time. I will occasionally have a light beer, but for sweet drinks, I like lime margaritas, mojitas, or a good martini. Note that this is all very occasional for me. We're not big drinkers. ETA: What I order depends on the occasion. Mexican restaurant? Margarita (never flavored though, yuck!) Nice dinner restaurant, red wine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Tara~ Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Margaritas all the way baby! Though a Mojito is nice. But I'm just as happy with Southern Comfort and Coke ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
********* Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I don't really drink anymore. Which isn't to say that I'm against drinking for everyone all the time; It's just that I choose not to most/all of the time. However, if dh and I had the opportunity for a getaway, we might have a glass of wine or something. I *am* against drunkeness, LOL, so I'd keep it to one. For ME. That said, I do recall lo those many years ago on our honeymoon, we both enjoyed apple martinis. And I used to be a BIG fan of Long Island Iced tea; but that was back in my less conservative single days, when I liked them for the fact that I could get drunk quick and they tasted good. So yeah, maybe stay away from those. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaOfalotta Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Ohhh this thread makes me want a DRANKKK.:tongue_smilie: Im partial to the Long Island Iced Teas... they are heavenly. But Im not a sophisticated drinker;) Im a Coors Light kinda gal.. and in my hay day it was either that or shots. So you may not want to listen to me! Have fun with your hubby!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchel210 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Vodka (gray goose) with Tonic & a splash of cranberry and lime squeezed in! YUM!! ( i love that) Madris or Amaretto sour. with a slice of lime. That is also a yummy drink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SailorMom Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Wine Mai Tai's :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaOfalotta Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I don't really drink anymore. Which isn't to say that I'm against drinking for everyone all the time; It's just that I choose not to most/all of the time. However, if dh and I had the opportunity for a getaway, we might have a glass of wine or something. I *am* against drunkeness, LOL, so I'd keep it to one. For ME. That said, I do recall lo those many years ago on our honeymoon, we both enjoyed apple martinis. And I used to be a BIG fan of Long Island Iced tea; but that was back in my less conservative single days, when I liked them for the fact that I could get drunk quick and they tasted good. So yeah, maybe stay away from those. :tongue_smilie: Exactly!!:tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stripe Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 *shudder* I still have the occasional nightmare about Leland Palmer/Bob. I'm not sure I could bring myself too try it. Does it make you talk backwards? :auto: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Scotch. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyNellen Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 A glass of J Winery Pinotage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jen in PA Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Scotch. Bill :iagree: Neat. I was originally going to say that my favorite drink is anything a cute guy sends over to my table, but that's probably not what you were looking for.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I don't know how to narrow it down. Good beer Dark rum cupcake vodka Cognac B&B whiskey scotch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Scotch. Bill I lost my taste for Scotch after my first pregnancy. It tasted different -- not sure why -- so I never went back to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Scotch. Bill :iagree: Neat. Yep. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I lost my taste for Scotch after my first pregnancy. It tasted different -- not sure why -- so I never went back to it. I can see developing an aversion to the "smoke"" What about a Calvados? Good ones are so delicious. I also like Campari and soda for a light aperitif. Or a Lillet. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1pageatatime Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I no longer drink, but back in the day my fav was a well-made Dirty Martini with Xtra olives.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I can see developing an aversion to the "smoke"" What about a Calvados? Good ones are so delicious. I also like Campari and soda for a light aperitif. Or a Lillet. Bill I'm most likely to have an evening glass of port in cooler weather (i.e. ten months of the year). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1pageatatime Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Margaritas are ALWAYS appropriate! :D I also enjoy flavored martinis. I've had apple martinis which are good but a bit sweet, and my favorite a chocolate martini. YUM! Oh, my. Miss those Chocolate Martinis!;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I tend to just order drinks based on my mood or the specialty of the restaurant. For instance, if we are at a tapas place I will probably order sangria. I do like dirty martinis, mojitos, Black & Tan, (depending on the available beers on tap) it usually depends on what I am in the mood for, just like food. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I'm most likely to have an evening glass of port in cooler weather (i.e. ten months of the year). Oh a glass of nice Port is a treat. A good (not too sweet) Sherry is also a treat. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Uh....Moutain Dew??? :lol: That's about as wild as I'm allowed to get. You know, the Mormon thing. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I forgot the Mormon "Lemonade" :D Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I forgot the Mormon "Lemonade" :D Bill Well, here's another one for you...Apple Pomegranate Spritzers (feel free to adjust what you need to make them boozy :lol:): Ingredients 6 cups sparkling water, chilled 3 cups apple juice, chilled 3 cups pomegranate juice, chilled 3 cups lemon-lime flavored soda, chilled apple and orange slices to garnish Instructions In a large pitcher, combine water, juices and soda, stir to combine. Garnish with fruit slices. Serve immediately over ice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baseball mom Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Margaritas are ALWAYS appropriate! :D :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stripe Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Well, here's another one for you...Apple Pomegranate Spritzers (feel free to adjust what you need to make them boozy :lol:): Sounds nice. I like the idea of something not so sweet. I don't drink alcohol either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Uh....Moutain Dew??? :lol: That's about as wild as I'm allowed to get. You know, the Mormon thing. :D :lol: I was going to say Diet Pepsi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 I was originally going to say that my favorite drink is anything a cute guy sends over to my table, but that's probably not what you were looking for.:D But it's what I'm looking for. :lol::lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted September 22, 2012 Share Posted September 22, 2012 Sounds nice. I like the idea of something not so sweet. I don't drink alcohol either. They're very yummy! Plus...they're pretty. A lovely red from the pomegranate juice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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