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About Pate and The G&M Kitchen

Hi, I'm Pate, and welcome to The G&M Kitchen!

The G&M Kitchen is a recipe blog that specializes in southern baked goods. Here you will find classics like buttermilk and honey biscuits and beautiful show stoppers like strawberry basil cupcakes. While all recipes are inspired by traditional southern classics, they all have a twist or adjustment that elevates them and brings them into the modern age.

Flavors born in Kentucky

I grew up in Kentucky in an old farmhouse that had been in the family for seven generations. Both sides of my family were very into food, eating, and using good food to celebrate together. This is where the name The G&M Kitchen comes from; the G is for my father's side, the Giltners, and the M for my mother's side, the Millers. The kitchen was always the most exciting part of the house and where you wanted to hang out; it was where all the magic happened. Vegetables were being cooked to death, pies and cakes were being baked, and drinks were always flowing.

My maternal grandmother was famous for her pies (and she had several blue ribbons to prove it). My mother's greatest compliment to me was that my pie crust was better than hers. (I'm pretty proud of this, and I think it proves my most controversial opinion, that butter will always be better than shortening.)

The farmhouse in Smithfield Kenutcky

Tastes that developed in the city

I have since lived in Los Angeles, Florence, Italy, and London, England, which helped to open my palate to new flavors, textures, and methods. I love French pastry, light English bakes, and creamy Italian deserts and love throwing hints of those into my recipes. Transforming southern classics and flavors into something new with world influences is my favorite aspect of recipe development.

I moved back to Kentucky in early 2020 and currently reside in Louisville. Thanks so much for stopping by, and feel free to reach out at thegandmkitchen@gmail dot com.

Grapefruit Olive Oil Martini

This Grapefruit and Olive Oil Martini combines the zesty kick of grapefruit with the rich, smooth, and velvety notes of olive oil fat-washed gin. It's a refreshing, smooth, and sophisticated cocktail that is perfect for olive oil and grapefruit lovers!

Thank you to Roland Foods for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own. Thank you so much for supporting the businesses who support The G&M Kitchen.

Grapefruit olive oil martini in a curved martini glass surrounded by grapefruit halves.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  1. Mediterranean Vibes: This martini brings together olive oil and gin, giving it a Mediterranean twist that's so unique. 
  2. Perfect for Olive Oil lovers: This recipe also uses Roland® Extra Virgin Olive Oil, which is a luscious blend of Mediterranean extra virgin olive oils. This one, in particular, received the North American Olive Oil Association's seal of approval, which guarantees its quality.
  3. Tangy and Refreshing: Fresh grapefruit juice adds a tangy and refreshing element that balances the richness of the olive oil-infused gin.

What is Fat Washing? 

Fat washing is a technique that infuses spirits with flavors from fatty substances like oils, butter, or fat. In this recipe, we're using olive oil to give our gin a unique twist.

Ingredients for the martini on a pink table.

Key Ingredients: 

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Olive oil adds flavor to the gin and gives it a velvety and luxurious texture, making this a unique cocktail! High-quality oil is important for the best flavor, and this Roland® Extra Virgin Olive Oil, a luscious blend of Mediterranean extra virgin olive oils, is perfect.
  • Dry Gin: Use your favorite gin for this recipe, and if you aren't a fan of gin, you can substitute it for vodka. 
  • Grapefruit Juice and Liquere: A combination of fresh juice and liqueur gives this cocktail its grapefruit punch.

See recipe card for quantities.

How to Make This Recipe:

Mason glass filled with olive oil and gin on a pink marble table.

Make the olive oil fat-washed gin by combining the gin and olive oil in a mason jar. Let sit for 24 hour hours, then freeze.

The same glass with the olive oil frozen.

Strain out the oil.

Glass cocktail shaker filled with the cocktail contents on a pink marble table.

Add the 2 ounces of the gin and the remaining ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake for 30 seconds.

The cocktail being poured into the martini glass.

 Strain into a chilled glass.

Tips:

  • Experiment with different gin brands to find one that complements the olive oil infusion to your liking.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the martini by adding more or less liqueur, depending on your taste.

ABOUT ROLAND FOODS: 

Roland Foods is a purveyor of fine global ingredients and has been doing so for 85+ years. They import products from around the world from the places that make them best and offer everything from balsamic glazes and sardines to gochujang and peppers (and mustard!). Find Roland Foods' Extra-Virgin Olive Oil in a store near you or on Instacart!

Grapefruit olive oil martini in a curved martini glass surrounded by grapefruit halves.

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Grapefruit Olive Oil Martini

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  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 24 hours
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 24 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: fat washed
  • Cuisine: american
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Description

This Grapefruit and Olive Oil Martini combines the zesty kick of grapefruit with the rich, smooth, and velvety notes of olive oil fat-washed gin.

Ingredients

Scale
  • For the fat-washed gin:
  • 10 ounces Dry Gin
  • 4 ounces Roland® Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • For the cocktail:
  • 2 ounces Olive Oil Fat Washed Gin
  • ½ ounce grapefruit liqueur
  • 1 ounce grapefruit juice
  • Juice from ½ lemon

Instructions

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Black Flame Candle Hocus Pocus Drink

This Black Flame Candle cocktail is the perfect Hocus Pocus drink for celebrating the spooky season! It's made with blackberries, spices, Mezcal, and sparkling water for the spookest Halloween Cocktail ever! It is a smokey, sweet, and spicey crowd-pleasing treat perfect for the Sanderson Sisters!

Mezcal is tequila's smokey cousin is perfect for a smokey, spooky, and bewitched cocktail! The blackberries and activated charcoal give this drink a mysterious black color!

The Black Flame Candle in a glass with a skeleton hand on a sliver plate with blackberries and small pumpkins.

Why this recipe works:

I love Halloween and Halloween-themed cocktails; just check out my Practical Magic Midnight Margaritas, Haunted Halloween Punch, or this Adams Family Cocktail - The Gomez and Morticia! This one is based on the Black Flame Candle in the Disney classic Hocus Pocus.

Why You Will Love This Recipe:

  1. Dark & Spooky: This drink captures the essence of the iconic black flame candle from "Hocus Pocus," adding a touch of movie magic to your gathering.
  2. Spellbinding Flavors: The combination of dark berry juices and smokey mezcal creates a mysterious and refreshing drink.
  3. Movie-Night Magic: Whether you're a fan of the movie or love all things mystical, this elixir is the perfect companion to your Hocus Pocus viewing.
Ingredients for the cocktail on a red stone table.

Key Ingredients:

Mezcal: Mezcal shares similarities with tequila because it is also made from agave, but it distinguishes itself by being cooked in subterranean pits, lending it a distinctive smoky essence. For this recipe, I opted for Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, which is known for its smokey flavor and being decently priced. 

Activated Charcoal: This is the ingredient responsible for giving a deep black hue to the cocktail. It is a tasteless supplement with detoxifying properties, a small quantity can be blended into the drink to achieve the desired coloration. However, feel free to exclude it if preferred. It's conveniently available in either powder or capsule form; in this instance, I used the version offered by Spiceology. 

Blackberries: Gently muddle the blackberries with the Mezcal to facilitate the infusion of flavors. If more convenient, frozen blackberries can be utilized—simply thaw them before muddling to ensure easy breakdown.

Agave Nectar: Incorporate a modest amount of agave nectar or simple syrup to harmonize and sweeten the combination of blackberries and Mezcal.

Spices: The addition of allspice and cinnamon provides the cocktail with a gentle warmth and an invigorating zing.

See recipe card for quantities.

How to make this recipe:

The blackberries, spices, and agave in a cocktail shaker.
  1. Combine the blackberries, spices, activated charcoal, and agave in a cocktail shaker.
A muddler sitting on top of the ingredients in the cocktail shaker.

2. Then muddle the ingredients using a muddler.

Add the lemon juice and mezcal to the cocktail shaker.

3. Next, add the Mezcal, lemon juice, and ice.

The mixed cocktail in a skeleton cocktail glass.

4. Then shake to thoroughly mix the ingredients and pour into a cocktail glass with ice.

Black flame candle cocktail garnished with a lit cinnamon stick.

5. Lastly, top with sparkling water or club soda and garnish with a burnt cinnamon stick.

Substitutions:

This recipe is undeniably delightful, yet there's flexibility to adapt based on personal preferences and ingredient availability.

  • Consider substituting tequila for Mezcal, which offers an alternative flavor profile.
  • Furthermore, if you desire a lighter and slightly purple-hued beverage, feel free to exclude the activated charcoal.
  • In lieu of agave, both simple syrup and honey present themselves as suitable replacements, allowing for a tailored sweetness level.

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straight on view of the cocktail in a skeleton hand glass and on a sliver plate.

Equipment:

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Jigger
  • Muddler (the end of a wooden spoon can be used in a pinch)
  • Spooky cocktail glasses (the ones pictured are from Pottery Barn)

Activated Charcoal Note

Activated charcoal is made from activated carbon or coconut ash and is safe to consume in small quantities. It is often used as a detoxifier and remedy for ingesting poison and for hangovers. However, since it absorbs everything, it can neutralize the effects of some medications and birth control if ingested close to taking said medication. For more information, click here: Should you be eating activated charcoal?

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The Black Flame Candle in a glass with a skeleton hand on a sliver plate with blackberries and small pumpkins.

Hocus Pocus Drink - The Black Flame Candle

★★★★★ 5 from 1 review
  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: Shaken
  • Cuisine: Halloween
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Description

This Hocus Pocus-inspired drink, The Black Flame candle, is the perfect Halloween cocktail to celebrate the spooky season!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 fresh blackberries, plus more for topping
  • ¼ tsp of cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp allspice
  • ½ tsp activated charcoal (optional)
  • 1 oz agave
  • ½ oz lemon juice
  • 1 ½ Mezcal
  • Top with club soda / sparking water
  • Garnish with cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Mix the blackberries, spices, activated charcoal, and agave in a cocktail shaker. 
  2. Then, muddle the ingredients using a muddler. 
  3. Next, add the Mezcal, lemon juice, and ice.
  4. Then shake to thoroughly mix the ingredients and pour into a cocktail glass with ice. 
  5. Lastley, top with sparkling water or club soda and garnish with burnt cinnamon sticks.

Notes

Activated charcoal is made from activated carbon or coconut ash and is safe to consume in small quantities. It is often used as a detoxifier and remedy for ingesting poison and for hangovers. However, since it absorbs everything, it can neutralize the effects of some medications and birth control if ingested close to taking said medication. For more information, click here: Should you be eating activated charcoal?

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Haunted Halloween Punch

This haunted Halloween punch is the perfect show-stopping alcoholic party punch for the ultimate ghost host! It's a festive blood-red punch full of pomegranate juice, Prosecco, Cointreau, and freshly dead fruit; it's then poured on top of a spooky cotton candy spider web!

This bubbly pomegranate cocktail is poured into cotton candy-filled glasses for a fun, creepy, and impressive Halloween treat!

Haunted punch in a wine glass with a skull hand on a cob web lined table with a silver punch bowl in the back ground.

Why this recipe works:

Summon the spirit of Halloween with our Haunted Halloween Punch! This recipe is about conjuring an enchanting atmosphere and serving up a memorable and delicious drink that leaves your guests spellbound. Whether you're throwing a chilling party or simply celebrating the holiday with loved ones, this punch is the ultimate choice for adding a touch of eerie delight to the festivities.

Festive Halloween cocktails are the perfect way to celebrate the spooky season! Just check out my Practical Magic Midnight Margaritas, Hocus Pocus I Put a Spell on you Cocktail, Adams Family Gomez and Morticia Cocktail, and Hocus Pocus Black Flame Candle Cocktail! 

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  1. Spine-Chilling Charm: This Halloween punch is the perfect centerpiece for your spooky celebration, setting the eerie atmosphere just right.
  2. Festive Flavors: The combination of fruity juices and bubbly sparkling wine creates a harmonious and refreshing blend that's sure to please.
  3. Easy to Brew: This recipe is simple and quick to whip up, making it an ideal choice for last-minute party prep.
  4. Creative Customization: Feel free to add creepy garnishes or customize the punch to fit your Halloween theme.
Ingredients for the punch on a spider web lined table.

Key Ingredients:

Prosecco: this cocktail's base is a bubbly Prosecco! Use any bubbles you like; champagne or cava would be equally delicious. 

Pomegranate Juice: pomegranate juice is fruity, tart, and a little bit earthy and is the perfect seasonal fruit juice for a spooky fall cocktail. Be sure to buy 100% pure pomegranate juice with no added sugars. 

Cinnamon Simple Syrup: this recipe calls for homemade cinnamon syrup. It is incredibly easy to make and provides a lot of warm autumnal flavor to the punch!

Cotton Candy: cotton candy adds a little extra sweetness and a lot of fun Halloween flare! Pick a flavor that pairs well with this recipe; I used cherry from Target. 

See recipe card for quantities.

How to make this recipe:

Pomegranate juice being added to a silver punch bowl filled with large cubes iced.

Start by adding ice, pomegranate juice, and Cointreau to a punch bowl.

Cinnamon sticks and syrup sitting on top of the pomegranate juice.

Add in the cinnamon syrup, including the cinnamon sticks and star anise.

Prosecco being poured into the punch bowl.

Top with Prosecco and add orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and pomegranate seeds.

Skull hand wine glass filled with pink cotton candy and garnished with fake spider.

Fill glasses with cotton candy and sanitized spiders.

Punch being poured over the cotton candy.

Pour the punch over the cotton candy.

Overhead shot of wine glass filled with punch and garnished with oranges, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.

Garnish with orange slices and cinnamon sticks.

Tips for success: 

  • For an extra eerie touch, consider using dry ice (handled with care) to create a smoky effect that adds drama to your Halloween punch.
  • Use large ice cubes so that the punch will stay chilled but not dilute the cocktail as quickly as smaller cubes.
  • Garnish with fun Halloween props! Plastic eyeballs, spiders, and skulls are all great additions. Just remember to clean anything you are adding to the drink thoroughly!
  • This punch serves 5, but you could easily make it for a larger group by doubling it to the following measurements. 
    • 2 bottles Prosecco 
    • 1 ½ cups pomegranate juice
    • ¼ cup Cointreau
    • 1 cup cinnamon simple syrup (double syrup recipe)
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Haunted Halloween Punch

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  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: about 5 servings 1x
  • Category: Punch
  • Method: mixed
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

This Halloween punch is the perfect show stopping alcoholic party punch for the ultimate ghost host! It's a festive blood-red punch full of pomegranate juice, Prosecco, Cointreau, and freshly dead fruit; it's then poured on top of a spooky cotton candy spider web! 

Ingredients

Units Scale

For the cinnamon simple syrup:

  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 6 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 Star Anise (optional)

For the punch:

  • 1 bottle Prosecco
  • ¾ cup pomegranate juice
  • 2 tablespoons Cointreau
  • ½ cup cinnamon syrup
  • Ice
  • Orange Slices
  • Cinnamon Sticks

Instructions

  1. Start by making the simple syrup by combining the sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, and star anise (optional) in a small saucepan and heat on medium until the sugar has melted. Set aside to cool and infuse for 30 minutes. 
  2. Add ice, pomegranate juice, and Cointreau to a punch bowl.
  3. Add in the cinnamon syrup, including the cinnamon sticks and star anise.
  4. Top with Prosecco and add orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and pomegranate seeds. 
  5. Fill glasses with cotton candy and sanitized spiders.  
  6. Pour the punch over the cotton candy and garnish with orange slices and cinnamon sticks. 

Notes

  • Use large ice cubes so that the punch will stay chilled but not dilute the cocktail as quickly as smaller cubes.
  • Garnish with fun Halloween props! Plastic eyeballs, spiders, and skulls are all great additions. Just remember to clean anything you are adding to the drink thoroughly!
  • This punch serves 5, but you could easily make it for a larger group by doubling it to the following measurements. 
  • 2 bottles prosecco 
  • 1 ½ cups pomegranate juice
  • ¼ cup Cointreau
  • 1 cup cinnamon simple syrup (double syrup recipe)

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French Mustard and Tomato Tart

This French Mustard and Tomato Tart blends together the best flavors of summer! With its flaky puff pastry, ripe summer tomatoes, herby Dijon mustard, and creamy brie cheese, it's the ultimate summer appetizer!

What makes it even better is how easy it is to make. Roll out the puff pastry, spread a layer of Dijon mustard, add brie, and top it off with sliced tomatoes!
Thank you to Roland Foods for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own. Thank you so much for supporting the businesses who support The G&M Kitchen

A sliced tomato tart on a wood cutting board with one grey dessert plate with a slice sitting on top. A jar of Roland Foods Mustard is off to the side.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  1. French Flavor: This tart brings summery French country cuisine right to your home!
  2. Makes the most of in-season tomatoes: this recipe truly celebrates the tomato!
  3. Perfect for mustard lovers: this recipe also uses Roland® Dijon Mustard with Provencal Herbs, which is produced from ground black mustard seeds and contains added herbs typical of Provence for a distinctive flavor - making it perfect for this French tart!
Ingredients for the tomato tart on a pink table.

Key Ingredients: 

  • Frozen Puff Pastry: frozen all-butter puff pastry sheets make this an easy but delicious meal. Feel free to make your own if you feel inclined, but using store-bought makes this so much easier.
  • Dijon Mustard: Dijon is a French mustard that is sharp and tangy, and the Roland® Dijon Mustard with Provencal Herbs is perfect for this dish. The Herbs de Provence add a wonderful layer of flavor to the tart.
  • Brie Cheese: Creamy brie balances out the tangy mustard and adds a delicious cheesy punch.
  • Heirloom Tomatoes: this tart is all about the tomato, so use the freshest, in-season, and ripe tomatoes possible.

See recipe card for quantities.

How to Make This Recipe:

Sliced tomato sitting on a paper towel.

Slice the tomatoes and lay them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and top with another paper towel.

A hand cutting the puff pastry.

Place the thawed puff pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Create a ½-inch border.

A spoon is spreading the mustard over the puff pastry.

Spread Dijon mustard over the pastry, staying within the border.

Brie and parmesan has been laid out on the pastry.

Layer on sliced brie, grated parmesan cheese, and herbs de Provence.

The completed tart ready to be baked.

Arrange the sliced tomatoes on top. Brush an egg wash along the border, sprinkle parmesan cheese.

The baked tart on a wood cutting board.

Bake for 35-40 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose flavorful and ripe tomatoes for the best taste.
  • Store-bought or homemade puff pastry both work.
  • Serve the tart warm or at room temperature.

Substitutions: 

  1. Tomato Choices: Apart from heirloom tomatoes, consider beefsteak, cherry tomatoes, or even sun-dried varieties for a twist.
  2. Herb Variations: If you're out of herbs de Provence, try thyme, rosemary, basil, or oregano for a different twist.
  3. Cheese Options: Alongside Parmesan, experiment with feta, goat cheese, or Gruyère for a flavor shift.

Storage:

This tart can be refrigerated in an air-tight container or plastic wrap for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the tartlets for up to 1 month. In order to reheat, let the tartlets thaw, then heat them in the oven for 5-7 minutes at 350°F.

The sliced tart with a jar of Roland Foods mustard sitting in between slices.

About Roland Foods: 

Roland Foods is a purveyor of fine global ingredients and has been doing so for 85+ years. They import products from around the world from the places that make them best and offer everything from balsamic glazes and sardines to gochujang and peppers (and mustard!). Find Roland Foods’ Provencal Herb Dijon Mustard in a store near you or on Instacart!”  Or if you prefer, try their Dijon Mustard or Grained Dijon Mustard, both are delicious! 

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French Mustard and Tomato Tart

★★★★★ 5 from 1 review
  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 slices 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: French
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Description

This French Mustard and Tomato Tart blends together the best flavors of summer! With its flaky puff pastry, ripe summer tomatoes, herby Dijon mustard, and creamy brie cheese, it's the ultimate summer appetizer!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry
  • 2-3 tablespoons Roland® Dijon Mustard with Provencal Herbs
  • 4 ounces brie cheese
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese
  • 3 teaspoons Herbs de Provence
  • 3-4 large heirloom tomatoes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 egg for egg wash

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the tomatoes and place on a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and top with another paper towel.
  3. Place the defrosted puff pastry on the baking sheet. Cut a ½-inch border. Puncture the pastry a few times with a fork.
  4. Spread the mustard over the puff pastry, staying within the border.
  5. Top with sliced brie, grated parmesan cheese, and herbs de Provence.
  6. Arrange the sliced tomatoes on top, sprinkle with salt, and drizzle with olive oil.
  7. Brush an egg wash along the border, sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through baking.

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Summery Watermelon Smash

This Watermelon Smash cocktail is the perfect summer cocktail! This drink combines the sweet taste of fresh watermelon with the tangy kick of citrus and the herbal touch of mint. 

It's the perfect choice for chilling by the pool or enjoying with friends on a sunny day. I love a refreshing cocktail that is swimming in crushed ice for the summer; just check out this Summer Bourbon Peach Smash, Strawberry Mint Julep, or this Fresh Blackberry Mint Julep!

A watermelon smash cocktail on a blue tile table with a large sprig of mint and a slice of watermelon garnished on the glass.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  1. Perfect for Summer: The Watermelon Smash captures the essence of summer with its fresh and fruity taste, making it a great go-to for warm days.
  2. Bursting with Flavor: The blend of watermelon, citrus, and mint creates a tasty combination that will excite your taste buds.
  3. Easy to Make: Don't worry about being a bartender – this cocktail is a breeze to prepare, and no special skills are needed.
A shot glass with vodka, cubed watermelon, limes, mint and agave on a blue tile table.

Key Ingredients:

  • Watermelon: cubed or diced fresh watermelon works best.
  • Limes: always use fresh lime juice for cocktails. This one uses so tiny there is no need to buy store-bought lime juice.
  • Agave or Simple Syrup: whatever sweetener you have on hand works great, but I do prefer the taste of agave.
  • Vodka: you could also substitute for white rum.

How to make this recipe:

The watermelon, mint, and agave in a cocktail shaker.

In a cocktail shaker, mash the fresh watermelon, agave, and mint leaves until the watermelon is crushed.

The vodka being added to the shaker.

Add the lime juice, vodka, and a handful of ice cubes to the shaker and shake until well blended.

Pouring the cocktail into a glass with crushed ice.

Pour the cocktail through a strainer into a glass filled with crushed ice cubes.

Two watermelon smash cocktails on a blue tile table.

Top it off with a small slice of watermelon and a sprig of mint

Substitutions

  1. Alcohol Substitution: If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, simply skip the vodka or white rum. Instead, you can add a splash of coconut water or sparkling water for a refreshing twist.
  2. Different Fruits: While watermelon is the star of this cocktail, you can try other fresh fruits like strawberries, peaches, or even pineapple to create your own fruity concoction.
  3. Herb Alternatives: If you don't have fresh mint, you can use basil or cilantro for a unique herbal touch. Alternatively, skip the herbs altogether for a simpler taste.
  4. Sweeteners: Adjust the sweetness to your liking by using honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar instead of simple syrup.
  5. Sparkling Addition: For an effervescent twist, substitute club soda with flavored sparkling water or ginger ale to add a bubbly element to your cocktail.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and sweet watermelon for the best taste. Seedless watermelon works fine, but any kind will do.
  • Adjust the amount of lime juice for more or less tanginess.
  • For some fizz, add a splash of club soda or sparkling water.
  • To try something different, experiment with other herbs like basil or cilantro to complement the watermelon.

FAQ

How to make crushed ice:

To make my crushed ice for cocktails I find it works best to blend ice cubes in a food processor for a minute or two.

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Summery Watermelon Smash

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  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: Shaken
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

This Watermelon Smash cocktail is the perfect summer cocktail! This drink combines the sweet taste of fresh watermelon with the tangy kick of citrus and the herbal touch of mint. 

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • ½ cup watermelon
  • 2 oz vodka
  • ½ oz lime
  • 1 oz agave
  • 4-5 mint leaves

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, mash the fresh watermelon, agave, and mint leaves until the watermelon is crushed.
  2. Add the lime juice, vodka, and a handful of ice cubes to the shaker and shake until well blended.
  3. Pour the cocktail through a strainer into a glass filled with crushed ice cubes.
  4. Top it off with a small slice of watermelon and a sprig of mint.

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Summer Bourbon Peach Smash

This fruity and flavorful bourbon peach smash is summer in a cocktail! This drink brings together ripe peaches, sweet bourbon, and a refreshing touch of fresh mint and smashes them all together in a glass with ice. It's sweet, refreshing, and the perfect way to use ripe summer peaches!

I love a summery and refreshing bourbon cocktail, and if you love a smash - a mint julep is another great way to cool down with bourbon during the summer; check out this Fresh Blackberry Mint Julep, Passion Fruit Mint Julep, and Strawberry Mint Julep.

An old fashioned glass filled with a peach smash and garnished with peach slices and a mint sprig. Its on a marble coaster and a pink marble table.

What is a Smash?

A "smash" is a classic style of cocktail that dates back to the 19th century. It's known for its refreshing and vibrant character, typically featuring fresh fruit, herbs, sugar, and a spirit. The name "smash" derives from the way the ingredients are "smashed" or muddled together to release their flavors, creating a delightful harmony of tastes. Smashes are a fantastic way to showcase seasonal ingredients and bring out the natural sweetness and aromas of fresh fruits.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

1. Full of fresh peach flavor! The cocktail uses ½ of a peach per drink and muddles it with agave and mint!

2. Bourbon: The smooth, caramel notes of bourbon provide a sweet and sophisticated depth to this cocktail.

3. Easy to make: This recipe is simple to make, and it all comes together in the glass.

The ingredients for a peach bourbon smash on a pink marble table.

Key Ingredients:

Fresh Peaches: fresh and ripe peaches are key for the flavor and so that they are easy to muddle. You can use thawed frozen ones if you don't have fresh peaches. 

Bourbon: This is a bourbon-based cocktail, and the bourbon flavor really shines through, so using a top-shelf, high-quality bourbon is key to a delicious-tasting drink. Woodford Reserve is our go-to bourbon for cocktails because it has an even flavor and mixes well with several flavors. 

Mint: mint gives this cocktail subtle herby notes and more added freshness. Feel free to substitute for your favorite herb - basil and thyme also pair wonderfully with peaches.

Simple Syrup or Agave Nectar: This cocktail features a subtle amount of sweetener to enhance the peaches perfectly, and you can use agave, simple syrup, or even honey, depending on what you have available.

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How to Make This Recipe:

Fresh peach slices sitting in an old fashioned glass on a pink marble table.

Add ½ of a sliced peach into an old-fashioned glass.

The muddled cocktail with a muddler sticking out of the glass.

Top with the agave and mint and muddle until there are no chunks of peaches left.

Ice being added to the cocktail.

Add the bourbon, stir, and cover with ice!

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Garnish with peach slices and mint.

Tips:

- Use ripe, fragrant peaches for the best flavor. If peaches are not in season, consider using frozen peaches, but let them thaw before muddling.

- Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your taste by adding more or less simple syrup.

Substitutions:

1. Bourbon Alternatives: If you're not a bourbon fan, you can substitute with another whiskey variety like rye or try a sweeter spirit like rum.

2. Experiment with herbs: Swap the mint for basil or thyme for slightly different flavor notes.

3. Fresh Fruit Twist: While peaches are fantastic, you can experiment with other ripe summer fruits like nectarines or apricots.

4. Simple syrup or honey will also make a great sweetener if you don't have agave on hand.

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Summer Bourbon Peach Smash

★★★★★ 5 from 1 review
  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: Smashed
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

This fruity and flavorful bourbon peach smash is summer in a cocktail! This drink brings together ripe peaches, sweet bourbon, and a refreshing touch of fresh mint and smashes them all together in a glass with ice.

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • ½ peach - thinly sliced
  • 4-5 mint leaves
  • 1 oz agave
  • 1 ½ oz bourbon

Instructions

  1. Add ½ of a thinly sliced peach into an old-fashioned glass.
  2. Top with the agave and mint.
  3. Muddle until there are no chunks of peaches left.
  4. Add the bourbon, stir, and cover with ice!
  5. Garnish with more peach slices and a sprig of mint.
  6.  

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Fall Cream Cheese Apple Butter Muffins

These apple butter muffins are swirled with a cinnamon cream cheese topping and are filled with spiced apple butter! These delightful treats bring together the rich creaminess of cream cheese and the comforting sweetness of apple butter, making them the ultimate fall indulgence.

Apple butter is a fall staple and my favorite condiment once Autumn hits; it's made from apples, spices, and sweeteners. It tastes exactly like fall harvest. This recipe is great with both store-bought butter or this stovetop bourbon apple butter recipe.

Apple butter muffin split in half and smeared with apple butter.

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Why you will love this recipe:

  1. Fall Magic: These muffins capture the essence of the fall season with the heavenly combination of apple and spices.
  2. Creamy Texture: The cream cheese adds a velvety texture that perfectly complements the moistness of the muffins.
  3. Easy To Make: This recipe is simple and straightforward, making it a great choice for both experienced bakers and beginners.
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Key Ingredients:

Apple Butter: apple butter is made by cooking down apples in spices and a little sweetener. For this recipe, I use this bourbon apple butter which is made with apple cider, bourbon, brown sugar, and maple syrup but store-bought apple butter works as well!

Eggs: The eggs in this recipe work double-time as a binding agent for all the ingredients, but they also help the muffins rise. 

All-purpose flour: AP flour is what gives the muffin its structure.

Sugar: sugar is what makes these muffins sweet and tasty. However, there's not too much; I'm not a fan of overly sweet things. 

Cream Cheese: cream cheese adds moisture, texture, and a tangy flavor to the muffins. The cream cheese mixture in this recipe used cinnamon and vanilla to make it extra delicious!

See recipe card for quantities.

Step by step instructions:

The butter and sugar creamed together with an egg sitting on top.

Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time. Then mix in the vanilla.

The apple butter sitting on top of the mixture.

Next, mix in the apple butter.

The batter after the flour has been mixed in.

Followed by the flour, salt, and baking powder. Sit the bowl aside.

The batter added to the muffin tin.

Add the batter to a prepared lined muffin tin, filling ¾ of the way up. 

The cream cheese mixture beaten and fluffy.

Make the cream cheese mixture by beating the cream cheese, cinnamon, sugar, vanilla, and egg yoke together until smooth. 

The cream cheese mixture sitting on top of the batter.

Add about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese to the tops of the muffins and use a toothpick to swirl the mixture into the muffin batter. 

Tips for success:

  • Don't over-mix the batter; the key to the perfect muffin texture is just mixed batter.
  • For a crunch and nutty flavor, add chopped nuts to the muffin batter or as a topping.
  • Use room-temperature cream cheese for easy blending with the other ingredients
  • A toothpick is the best method to swirl the cream cheese; a knife works, but it's harder to swirl in a muffin tin.
Apple butter muffin with a dried apple sitting on top of the muffin.

Subsitutions:

  • Apple Butter Alternatives: If you don't have apple butter on hand, you can substitute with an equal amount of unsweetened applesauce, but the muffins might be slightly less concentrated in apple flavor.
  • Cream Cheese Options: Neufchâtel cheese (often labeled as reduced-fat cream cheese) can be used in place of regular cream cheese.
  • Nut-Free Option: If allergies are a concern, skip the nuts or consider using finely chopped dried fruit as an alternative topping.

Equipment 

  • Muffin tin 
  • Electric mixer 
  • Toothpicks 

FAQ's

How long do these muffins last?

They will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

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Cream Cheese Apple Butter Muffins

★★★★★ 5 from 1 review
  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Muffin
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

These apple butter muffins are swirled with a cinnamon cream cheese topping and are filled with spiced apple butter! 

Ingredients

Units Scale

Muffins:

  • ½ cup softened butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup apple butter

Cream cheese topping:

  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time. Then mix in the vanilla.
  2. Next, mix in the apple butter.
  3. Followed by the flour, salt, and baking powder. Sit the bowl aside.
  4. Add the batter to a prepared lined muffin tin, filling ¾ of the way up. 
  5. Make the cream cheese mixture by beating the cream cheese, cinnamon, sugar, vanilla, and egg yoke together until smooth. 
  6. Add about 1 tablespoon of cream cheese to the tops of the muffins and use a toothpick to swirl the mixture into the muffin batter. 
  7. Bake at 425 for 10 minutes, then lower to 375 and bake for 15 -20 minutes more.

Notes

  • Don't over-mix the batter; the key to the perfect muffin texture is just mixed batter. 
  • A toothpick is the best method to swirl the cream cheese; a knife works, but it's harder to swirl in a muffin tin.

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Chewy Blueberry White Chocolate Cookies

These delicious Blueberry White Chocolate Cookies are bursting with sweet blueberry and creamy white chocolate flavor! They're soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion. This is the perfect twist on the beloved chocolate chip cookies and has frozen blueberry and mini white chocolate chips mixed into brown sugar cookie dough!

This recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes, is made in one bowl, and has no chill time! Looking for more cookie recipes? Try these Pecan Banana Cookies, Bourbon Shortbread Cookies, or Bourbon Caramel Cookies.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  1. Perfect Flavor Combo: frozen wild blueberries and smooth white chocolate make these cookies such a delicious match. 
  2. Soft and Chewy: These cookies have a great texture with bursts of blueberry and the richness of white chocolate.
  3. Simple to Make: this recipe is so easy, its all made in one bowl, and has no chill time! 

Key Ingredients:

  • Frozen Wild Blueberries: Wymans Wild Blueberries are the best baking frozen berry. These are small but absolutely full of flavor, and their small size makes them perfect for blending into the dough. 
  • Mini White Chocolate Chips: Mini chips blend so much better into the dough and produce an even bite. You can sub for full-sized chips.
  • Granulated and brown sugar: A combination of brown and regular white sugar is what makes these cookies so chewy. The light brown sugar has that wonderful hint of molasses that nicely flavors the cookies but not too much that it causes the cookies to spread too much. 
  • Flour: All-purpose flour is what binds and adds all the ingredients together. To measure flour accurately, I recommend the spoon and level method. 

See recipe card for quantities.

How to Make This Recipe:

The melted butter and sugars in a large mixing bowl.

Mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl until combined.

The eggs have been added to the top of the mixed butter and sugar.

Add the eggs, one at a time, and stir in the vanilla extract.

The mixed dough with the white chocolate and blueberries sitting on top.

Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Then add the blueberries and white chocolate.

The baked cookies sitting on top of each other, with a bite taken out of one.

Drop rounded 1 ½ tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each cookie. Bake for 11 minutes.

Substitutions

  • You can substitute for fresh blueberries but frozen really do work so much better, and Wymans wild blueberries do deliver the best result.
  • You can also substitute the white chocolate for your favorite chocolate.

Tips for Success:

  • To keep the blueberries from making the dough too wet, coat them with a little flour before adding them to the mix.
  • For an extra burst of blueberry flavor, crush a few fresh blueberries and gently press them on top of each cookie before baking.
  • You can try different types of white chocolate, like chunks or bars, to see what you like best.
  • If you want an added crunch, toss in some chopped macadamia nuts with the white chocolate chips.

Storing the Cookies: 

  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them.
  • Put the cooled cookies in an airtight container, separating each layer with parchment paper or wax paper.
  • Keep them away from strong-smelling foods to avoid any blending of flavors.
  • Store the container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
  • The cookies will stay fresh for up to 3-4 days at room temperature, and you can freeze them for up to 2 months to enjoy later.

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Blueberry White Chocolate Cookies

★★★★★ 5 from 1 review
  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 11 minutes
  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 16-18 cookies 1x
  • Category: Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

These delicious Blueberry White Chocolate Cookies are bursting with sweet blueberry and creamy white chocolate flavor! They're soft, chewy, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup unsalted butter - melted
  • ¾ cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 egg 1 egg yolk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ baking soda
  • ½ cup mini white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup frozen blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and frozen blueberries, making sure they're evenly distributed in the dough.
  6. Drop rounded 1 ½ tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Bake the cookies for 11 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Bourbon Peach Old Fashioned

This sweet and warm bourbon peach old-fashioned is a delicious summer twist on the traditional old-fashioned. A lovely fresh peach and cinnamon simple syrup is combined with delicious bourbon and aromatic bitters. Garnish with fresh peach slices and cinnamon sticks!

This is the perfect twist on the old-fashioned for summer!

A backlit overhead shot of the cocktail in a old fashioned glass and garnished with peach slices and a cinnamon stick.

Why you will love this recipe:

This is the perfect simple cocktail for summer if you are a fan of bourbon and peaches. I am a huge bourbon fan, and this is an alcohol-forward cocktail that truly celebrates the quality of the spirits used. 

This is the perfect cocktail to use your premium bourbon in! It dresses it up for summer but is still bourbon forward. 

Looking for more bourbon cocktails?! This Mint Julep is also fabulous!

The ingredients, peaches, bourbon, cinnamon, sugar, and bitters laid out on a pink marble table.

Key Ingredients:

Bourbon or whiskey: this is an alcohol-forward cocktail, so using premium spirits is key; I used my favorite bourbon that I usually drink neat, Willet Pot Still. But any premium bourbon will do!

Peach Cinnamon Simple Syrup: This is simple syrup is so easy to make, and it combines, fresh peaches, cinnamon, and a dash of allspice.

Aromatic Bitters: two dashes of bitters adds balance to the cocktail. 

Ice: use a slow-melting large ice cube to reduce the amount of water that melts into the cocktail. 

How to make this recipe:

The peaches, sugar, water, and cinnamon in a white pot.

Start by making the simple syrup. Combine all the ingredients in a pot and simmer until the peaches have softened.

The cooled and strained peach simple syrup on a marble coaster.

Let the syrup cool, and then strain.

The bourbon being poured into the old fashioned glass with sliced peaches off to the side.

Add the simple syrup, bourbon, and bitters to an old-fashioned glass with ice.

The finished cocktail with slices of peaches and a cinnamon stick as garnish.

Garnish with peach slices and a cinnamon stick.

Tips for sucess:

  • You can add ½ ounce of peach liqueur to the cocktail for even more peach flavor.
  • Let the peaches simmer until they are soft. The longer you simmer them, the stronger the peach flavor will be.
  • Don't forget the garnish! The peach slices help to add more fresh peach flavor.

FAQ's 

What makes an Old Fashioned?

An Old Fashioned is traditionally made by muddling sugar and bitters together and then adding bourbon and garnishing with an orange slice and a cocktail cherry. This peach version omits the sugar and adds peach liqueur.

What bourbon is best for this recipe?

I used Willet Pot Still Reserve for this recipe, but Woodford Reserve, Angels Envy, and Four Roses Small Batch are other good options.

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Bourbon Peach Old Fashioned

★★★★★ 5 from 1 review
  • Author: Pate Giltner
  • Prep Time: 1 minute
  • Total Time: 1 minute
  • Yield: 1 drink 1x
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: Stirred
  • Cuisine: American
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Description

This sweet and warm peach old-fashioned is a delicious summer twist on the traditional old-fashioned.

Ingredients

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Simple Syrup:

  • 2 fresh peaches sliced - or 2 cups frozen peaches
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • ¼ tsp all spice

For the cocktail:

  • 1 ½ ounces Bourbon
  • 1 ½ ounces of peach simple syrup
  • 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  • Sliced peaches for garnish
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Make the simple syrup by combining all the ingredients in a medium pot.
  2. Simmer until the sugar has dissolved and the peaches are soft - about 20 minutes. Let cool, strain, and set aside.
  3. Add ice to an old-fashioned glass, then add the simple syrup, bourbon, and 2 dashes of bitters.
  4. Stir, garnish with peach slices, and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can add ½ ounce of peach liqueur to the cocktail for even more peach flavor.
  • Let the peaches simmer until they are soft. The longer you simmer them, the stronger the peach flavor will be. 
  • Don't forget the garnish! The peach slices help to add more fresh peach flavor. 

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