When I think of Hollywood, a few things come to mind: drugs, fashion, fake boobs, and fruity drinks.

Hollywood has always struck me as a place where people, regardless of gender, drink things with lots of liquor and sugar.

The Tinseltown of old may have enjoyed their whiskey and scotch on the rocks, but this generation is all about make-up, highlights, and sour mix.

Aiding my hypothesis are the ingredients for this common shot:

The Hollywood

1 part vodka
1 part peach schnapps
1 part chambord
1 part pineapple juice

Layer your shot glass with the liquids in order (beginning with vodka, ending with pineapple juice), toast to your millions, and drink up.

…just remember to be responsible. If too much partying can make Lindsay Lohan look bad, just imagine what it can do to you.

Being the giant fan of summer that I am, Labor Day is always a little sad.

Even though it won’t get chilly for another few weeks, the mere promise of shorter days, schoolwork, and winter hats constantly ruining perfectly styled hair is enough to make me a little depressed…at least until fall fashions go on sale.

For many of us, Labor Day is a last hurrah; our last 24 hours to wear white pants (which perhaps some of us shouldn’t be wearing in the first place?), last day to barbeque without standing by the grill in a jacket, and last 3-day weekend for a while.

It’s also a party, whether we’re partying with friends or throwing our own personal celebration that consists of doing absolutely nothing—and enjoying the hell out of it.

In honor of Goodbye-To-Bathing-Suits weekend, I’ve found the perfect cocktail to commemorate a summer gone by. Read More »

Oh, Purple Rain.

One of those movies you can’t help but fall instantly in love with.

The horrible, melodramatic acting, the weird, convoluted plot, those magnificent songs…it’s the type of movie you used to watch on those sick days from elementary school, complaining to your parents that it was ‘the only thing on!’ but secretly loving every single baroque minute.

In honor of that fantastic film, here’s an equally ornate shot of the same name. Mix the drink up on Monday, every 9 to 5er’s legitimate sick day, and pop in the movie and chug till your tongue turns purple! Read More »

Ever stayed at a hotel where they put those awesome little mints on your pillow?

Me either. But I’ve heard stories.

If I really want an Andes chocolate mint, all I need to do is drive to the nearest grocery store and shell out $2, as opposed to $200, and eat as many as I want (which usually translates to too much).

Or, I make this sweet little shot.

Say goodbye to the hot months with this refreshing blast of minty chocolate goodness.

Because like those expensive hotels and pieces of candy, summer never lasts long enough.

Mint on Your Pillow:

1/2 oz green creme de menthe
3/4 oz chocolate liqueur
1 splash milk

Shake everything together and strain into a shot glass. Make sure to drink quickly and cold. Warm milk is gross. Read More »

I do enjoy a good key lime pie.

But it’s so hard to find a restaurant that does it right. Unless you’re in Florida, ordering a piece of key lime pie off a menu is basically asking your waiter to dig something rock hard out of the freezer and stick it in a microwave.

Unless you take your key lime in a shot glass.

Usually, I’m not too keen on mixing lime juice and milk products, but the measurements in this recipe are proportionate enough to keep your stomach from souring.

Celebrate the looming last days of summer with this exotic shooter.
Key Lime Pie Shot

• 1 oz vodka
• lime juice (to taste)
• whipped cream

Pour a small amount of lime juice into your shot glass. Top it off with the vodka. Put a tiny burst of whipped cream on the top. Lean back and shoot! Read More »

Sometimes, a drink is called something so preposterous, so stupid, it’s obvious that whoever created it gave it a name after they tried 7 versions.

Sometimes, the actual ingredients are the unbelievable part.

You want me to combine cream, vodka, and cough syrup together? Who’s actually tasted this?

Most of the time, the answer is no one, but today, that’s not the case.

I had heard about this recipe, but never actually tried it…until the day arrived when there was nothing left to drink the fridge besides a bottle of Gatorade someone had left and a bottle of raspberry vodka the roommate and I had received as a present.

“Well” I thought, “now’s the time.”

Sure, it was sweet, but it was also light and tart—a nice thing to sip over ice while waiting for the night to start. Read More »

I love Almond Joys. They’re basically my favorite candy bar. Coconut, almonds (for protein!), and chocolate, there’s no better combination in this world.

(Unless it’s Jake Gyllenhaal, Ryan Gosling and chocolate)

One of the best bartenders I know gave me this recipe, and I’ve tried it a few times myself. It’s definitely sweet, not something to get wasted on, but just perfect for those Saturday night BBQ’s or the beginning of a girl’s night out.

Almond Joy Shot

• 3 oz. Malibu Rum
• 1.5 oz. Amaretto
• 1 oz. Chocolate Liqueur
• 1 oz. Baileys Irish Cream
• Chocolate Syrup
• Whipped Cream

Add the Malibu, Chocolate Liqueur, Amaretto, and Baileys to a shaker with ice. Shake about 6 times (try not to over-mix, the individual flavors will get muddled), and then pour into shot glasses. Drizzle a little whipped cream and chocolate syrup on top and you’re good to go!

…And always remember to drink responsibly. Cute bartenders never go for the drunk girls.

The 4th of July. No work, no worries, and a full day dedicated to barbequing and relaxing. I can think of no better way to celebrate independence from our current best ally than sitting on a back porch (or fire escape, whichever suits your needs) and drinking a nice cool glass of something alcoholic.

Have I got the perfect girly cocktail for those 4th of July needs. It’s chilled, fruity, and when served with blueberries and a hint of whipped cream, it’s patriotic.

Watermelon Mellow

• 8 cups diced watermelon (about 1/2 of a small watermelon, plus slices for garnish)

• 8 ounces lemon vodka (make sure it’s chilled)

• 7 ounces simple syrup*

• 1 can coconut juice

• 1 lemon

Put your diced watermelon in the freezer for 30 minutes. Afterwards, put all the ingredients in a blender and mix until smooth. Read More »