The Happiest Hour {Citrus Champagne Punch}

I wish I could fill your head with warm thoughts today about how Florida is gorgeous and warm and delightful, but I can't. It's seriously just as cold here as any where else. While I can't to stop thinking about how cold my toes are, I am trying to fill my head with happy thoughts. Thoughts of sunshine filled spring days while sipping this beauty are the only hope I have of warmth right now. While I love a good champagne punch for celebratory occasions, it's also just as appropriate for warm afternoons, brunches, Saturday mornings, and everything in between. The combination of lights and refreshing citrus with ginger ale, peach nectar and a splash of champagne is just what the doctor ordered for any day with celebrating! Here's the recipe…

:: Ingredients ::
1 Bottle Champagne or Prosecco
1 Grapefruit, sliced thin
1 Lemon, sliced thin
2 Clementine, sliced thin
1 Quart Strawberries, sliced
2 Cans Ginger Ale
2 Cans Peach Nectar

:: Directions ::
1. Mix all ingredients except the champagne in a large pitcher. Let sit overnight for all flavors to combine.
2. Fill a glass with ice half full with Ginger Ale mixture. Top with champagne and serve.

Color Me {Citrus}

Nothing beats the refreshing taste of homegrown citrus on a hot summer day. But, what's even more refreshing is the amazing color palette created by combining my favorite citrus fruits. When brought together, the bright shades of lime, lemon, orange, and grapefruit are eye catching and beautifully stunning. While the shade combination can be a bit overwhelming if you aren't a color aficionado, it's best to introduce the shades in subtle ways. Whether as a centerpiece, as your dinnerware, or as your food, these stunning citrus hues are bound to impress. If you are feeling bold, use any of these citrus shades as a main element at your soiree. You will be sure to turn heads wearing one of these colors and your tables will be the center of attention draped in citrusy orange, yellow, lime, or grapefruit. Whichever way you decide to use it, its a head turning refreshing color combo bound to make the perfect impact. 

Indulge In {Grapefruit Margaritas}

There are very few things I love more than margaritas. I'm constantly on the hunt for a new margarita recipe to try. Whether it be savory, sweet, salt or no salt, there isn't a margarita I haven't liked. So, when I stumbled upon this recipe for grapefruit margaritas, I knew I had to try it immediately! Unlike the traditional margarita, this one is not quite as sweet but possibly even more delicious. With it's subtle flavor, this refreshing drink is perfect for hot summer day relaxing on a beach or by the pool. Heck, it's even great for relaxing on a Friday night! Here's the recipe...

:: Ingredients ::

1 cup fresh grapefruit juice

1/2 cup fresh lime juice (approximately 4 limes)

1/2 Triple Sec

1 cup Tequila

Ice

:: Directions ::

Mix all ingredients together, shake, serve, and enjoy!

Image courtesy of There Goes Cupcake