Party Drink

Mocktail: Shark Attack

I'm LDS, if you don't know or would like more information about our religion go here. Part of our beliefs is abstaining from alcohol. This has never been a hard choice for me. The part that is hard is that I love fruity fun drinks. Trying to find recipes for a great drink without alcohol is very hard. The problem that I run into is the main ingredient is the alcohol; if you simply take it out, you're left with lemonade or orange juice.

Guy Fieri has a drink he calls a Shark Attack. To view the full recipe click here. I've taken it and eliminated the alcohol content. In the end this really is just another juice drink, but what makes it fun is a splash of Grenadine and the way you garnish it. This is a drink that my husband and I as well as our children enjoy. It is so great for summer time, parties, BBQs etc.

I love the color of this drink.

What You Need:
Orange Juice
Half as much Pineapple Juice
Grenadine

For Garnish:
1/2 Lemon Thinly Sliced (Don't forget to wash it!)
1/4 c Fresh Pineapple Chunks
1/4 c Maraschino Cherries + more

I love the simplicity of this. You can make as large or small amount as you need. Just mix as much orange juice as you like with half the amount of pineapple juice in a pitcher or glass. If you're just making a glass full add a splash of grenadine, if you're making a pitcher full add about 1/4 cup. You really can't do this wrong. If you want a stronger flavor from one of the ingredients just add more. So easy!

Typically if I'm just making a glass or two I don't add any garnish. If I'm doing this for a party or special occasion I make it fun! Add the lemon slices, pineapple chunks and cherries (with a little of the juice), with a couple cups of ice cubes. Pour the liquid into glasses with ice cubes and add a cherry on top.

Spring Week: Water Punch

With Spring upon us I thought I'd share one of my favorite drinks. This drink is so simple and easy to make. It is also, very refreshing. The best part about this recipe is how deceptive it looks: just like water. Without fail, the first drink someone takes of this, they are instantly surprised by the taste. This beverage is perfect for any size party. It is inexpensive to make so you can make it for a crowd. It is also great for bridal/baby showers or even a wedding.

What you need:
2 T Citric Acid (You can find this at most pharmacies. You don't need a prescription, but it is behind the counter.)
5 qts Water
2 c Sugar
2 T Lemon Extract

Mix everything in a large pitcher. You can garnish with fruit slices. I like to use lemons, limes and oranges.