Lilikoi Liqueur

One of our favorite places in the world is the island of Kauai, and it is on its southern tip that we like to stay, in Poipu, where the sun comes out often and bathes the beaches and ocean in its golden warmth. We love to go to the farmers markets all over the island as ofen as we can, to buy good produce that has not travelled by boat to get there; and to meet the farmers and backyard gardeners who sell at the markets. Among the rare fruits you can find are the mountain apples (ohi’a), egg fruit, … [read more...]

Tom & Jerry Holiday Drink

The Tom & Jerry is a classic holiday drink who's origins date back to the 1820's. Don't be fooled by the name, as the drink is not named after the famous cartoon cat and mouse. Mugs of this rich, warm drink were a staple at countless 19th century saloons after the first snowfall of the season. As a Christmas tradition, bringing out the Tom & Jerry mugs lasted well into the 1950's. The drink's popularity faded with the changing of tastes, but lovers of classic cocktails are still making this drink … [read more...]

Blue Lagoon Signature Drink

“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” - it all happens with this one sweet little favor gift. A new bottle, a blue drink, a borrowed recipe, and a ribbon that your mother (or grandmother) has been keeping in her sewing kit for all these years, for “just the right project”. So, what is a Blue Lagoon? This is how it came onto this blog. I wanted a signature drink to use as summertime wedding favors; something the guests could take home with them. There were … [read more...]