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"My friend Lorraine B gave me this wonderful recipe when I was looking for an interesting hostess gift. One of the best things about this recipe is that it only takes one week to infuse, as opposed to up to a month that I've seen in other recipes. I actually made a quadruple recipe and got 6 bottles to give as gifts (I kept one for myself, of course!)...."

Ingredients: lemons, sugar, vodka...

"This is a favorite of ours at breakfast and brunch parties. This drink has a beautiful hot pink color and great flavor that children especially enjoy. For a slightly sweeter drink, add up to 2 tablespoons sugar to the recipe. The drink can be enjoyed right away or chilled overnight."

Ingredients: watermelon, strawberries...

"This recipe is easily cut in half if this is too much. This refreshing punch is delicious, and always a hit at any summer gathering. Use a Citrus Ice Ring (recipe posted separately) in the punch bowl -- it's pretty, and it keeps the punch cold."

Ingredients: frozen concentrated orange juice, frozen limeade concentrate...

"I started making our own supply of Irish Cream a few years ago, but noticed that we never use Irish whiskey, we only have the Scottish stuff in our house, thanks to good friends and Duty Free shopping."

Ingredients: chocolate syrup, instant coffee...

"This is not just your ordinary every-day tea. I make this for special occasions."

Ingredients: cloves, crystallized ginger...

"Low in calories, creamy (even with nonfat milk), alcohol-free, kid-friendly, and nutritious. This was inspired by Heather Sullivan's Strawberry Julius #24088. Can be made vegan using soy milk or even tofu"

Ingredients: nonfat milk, coconut extract...

"Okay, this is not something James Bond would be caught dead drinking, but it is shaken, and not stirred. A really cool drink, especially if you freeze the vodka first. Make this with Godiva liqueur if you can, it's got the best chocolatey taste."

Ingredients: chocolate, chocolate-flavored liqueur...

"This is a grown-up hot chocolate, although you don't have to use the brandy. A good quality bittersweet dark chocolate can be substituted for the white chocolate if that's your preference."

Ingredients: vanilla, white chocolate...

"I clipped this back in the early 1980s from a Toronto Star article on St. Patricks Day, and just found it tonight! Talk about timing!"

Ingredients: black coffee, whipped cream...

"Just as good as the real thing, even better!"

Ingredients: strawberry extract, granulated sugar...

"Adapted from "Peterson's Holiday Helper," by Valerie Peterson (Clarkson Potter, 2008). This is a blend of all the favorite holiday flavors, not really a true sangria. You can use a sparkling cider or grape juice, or even a champagne if you'd like to. Cherries are an excellent addition to this drink as well. This is best left to sit..."

Ingredients: dry red wine, sparkling apple cider...

"I had this at a Christmas party and couldn't believe how good it was. Keeps you really warm!"

Ingredients: Kahlua, hot chocolate powder...

"A nice versatile yogurt shake! Very simple to make and it tastes very good!"

Ingredients: fresh raspberries, frozen raspberries...

"This makes a wonderful gift. Make sure to attach directions to the jar of mix."

Ingredients: vanilla powder, orange zest...