Refreshing homemade drinks and cocktails that are perfect for pairing with a backyard BBQ. We have you covered with cocktails, mocktails and specialty drinks.
Served with ice, this Homemade Pink Lemonade is a refreshing beverage that is easy to make and perfect to serve at backyard BBQs and cookouts all summer long. And it is made without any dyes or add-ins that change the flavour. Most homemade lemonades are made with added cranberry juice to get the pink colour, […]
Summer is a great time to enjoy a cold, refreshing cocktail, and this Frozen Fuzzy Navel with a twist is a perfect cocktail for a hot summer day. Originally published on May 17, 2021. Updated July 2025. Frozen Fuzzy Navels are a refreshing cocktail to serve at a backyard BBQ or any get-together in the […]
Ready in minutes, Mom’s Blue Juice Cocktail is made with only five ingredients and is perfect to serve at a BBQ on a hot summer evening. Originally published in 2021, updated with new information and a revised recipe in June 2025. This sweet and refreshing drink is a summertime favourite that got its name from our […]
On a hot summer day, there is nothing better than an ice-cold drink to cool you down. Slushies are a big hit with kids, and this ‘grown-up’ version of a slushie is perfect for hot summer afternoons or evenings. Pineapple Rum Slush is a refreshing cocktail for sipping by the pool or serving at a […]
A twist on a traditional Paloma cocktail, Pineapple Paloma is a refreshing drink to enjoy all summer long and is a crowd-pleaser. The pineapple gives the cocktail a tropical twist with a little extra sweetness. Whether you’re looking for a cocktail to sip by the pool or to serve at a backyard BBQ, this simple […]
A Mrs Claus Cocktail is fizzy and sweet and makes a great cocktail to serve at any Christmas get-together. A festive cocktail to brighten up a Christmas party, and it is easy to make. This cocktail is made from simple and easy-to-find ingredients. We like to have these all on hand over the holidays to […]
With only five simple ingredients, this Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix is easy to make and better than store-bought. Simple to make, this recipe is ready in less than five minutes. Nothing is better than a cup of hot cocoa on a cold winter night. And why buy a pre-packaged mix when you can make your […]
This fizzy Fuzzy Peach Mocktail is a refreshing drink made with only three ingredients. Made without alcohol, it is a perfect drink to serve at a backyard BBQ or poolside for people of all ages. What we love about this mocktail is that it can be made and served to everyone at our BBQ get-togethers. […]
With a blend of both lemons and limes, this easy homemade lemonade is ready in 30 minutes. Served over ice, this lemonade made from scratch is a refreshing drink for any backyard BBQ or for sipping by the pool. This lemonade is better than any store-bought lemonade. It is made from fresh lemons and limes […]
This easy Creamsicle Float is made from only three ingredients! It is perfect for serving on a sunny summer afternoon, or as a quick-to-make treat after dinner. This float also makes a great dessert for your next backyard BBQ. Beat the heat with this ice cream float that tastes just like an orange creamsicle popsicle. […]
