Ginger ale

This vodka-and-ginger-ale cocktail features three delicious fruity flavors: cranberry, lime, and orange. This refreshing sweet-and-tart trio is the perfect combination for a winter holiday treat. read more

Enjoy the delicious combination of strawberry, basil, and lime in this refreshing bourbon-based cocktail. Shake all ingredients thoroughly in a shaker to release as much juice and flavor as possible. Serve with plenty of ice. read more

If you love iced tea cocktails, you'll love this invigorating version with vodka, mint, and ginger ale. Serve well-chilled with plenty of ice. This recipe makes 8 servings, so... read more

To give the ham a festive look and a unique flavor, Ree Drummond studs it with cloves and, while baking, coats it with a delicious glaze of honey, ginger ale, mustard, and vinegar. Serve as a main course, and leftovers can be used for... read more

Sparkling ginger cider is a top-notch fall non-alcoholic cocktail, which you can add a splash of brandy to, if desired, for a unique twist. The cocktail's base is natural non-alcoholic cider. Essentially, it's... read more

This recipe combines the '90s favorite Cosmopolitan with a classic '50s ginger ale punch. An ice ring with frozen fruit inside keeps the punch cold for a long time and also serves as a colorful garnish. If not... read more

Sunny Anderson's festive Mojito is made with cranberry juice and cranberries. Their pleasant tartness pairs beautifully with the refreshing flavor of mint. Agave syrup or honey can be used as a sweetener. You may need to add... read more

If you're throwing a Halloween party, welcome your guests with a glass of "blood." A spoonful of grenadine will add a bloody hue to the already red cherry juice punch. For an alcoholic version, add whiskey (bourbon or rye) to the punch and... read more

A refreshing sparkling drink made with gin and cucumber, lime, and ginger ale, perfect for summer parties. Mix it in a pitcher for a large group and serve very chilled over ice. Add ginger ale directly to the glass. read more

This cocktail is incredibly quick and easy to make and makes a perfect complement to any holiday meal. If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, replace the gin with an additional shot of ginger beer or any other soda. Before serving, shake each glass. read more

Brighten up your winter party with this holly-bright cocktail. It's sure to please fans of the Cosmopolitan and any drink with tart cranberry juice. Its highlight is the aromatic elderflower liqueur. But if you prefer, all the alcohol— read more

To give champagne or other sparkling wine a charming summery touch, simply add an ice cube with frozen berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries, or a mixture of them, into the glass. This drink will lift your spirits. read more

Natural homemade ginger ale is made with fresh ginger root, clean water, sugar, a little lemon juice, and a pinch of active dry yeast, which will give the drink its carbonation. After mixing all the ingredients in a bottle, let it sit. read more

This invigorating non-alcoholic punch is perfect for summer parties. It's refreshing with its citrusy taste, appearance, and aroma. Lime sorbet is topped with ginger ale and pineapple juice and finished with lemon wedges, limes, and cocktail spice. read more

If you're planning on making a single cocktail for a large group at a party, there's nothing better than a punch in a large glass bowl. Fill it with ice and combine cranberry juice, ginger ale, non-alcoholic cider, lemon juice, orange slices, and— read more

• Gingerbread cakes
• Cake and lemon buttercream

Gingerbread lovers can indulge in a light and elegant cake made with gingerbread layers layered with lemon buttercream and fresh raspberries. This dessert looks perfectly summery, so you don't have to wait for winter. read more

Cherry juice or wine are certainly an option for a drink at a vampire-themed party or Halloween. But that would be too boring and overdone. For a larger gathering, prepare a delicious "Dragon's Blood" punch with added ginger. read more

Make a refreshing tropical-flavored sorbet. Blend watermelon pulp with pineapple juice, lime juice, and grenadine, add ginger ale, and freeze in an ice cream maker. You can also make an "adult" tropical sorbet by substituting: read more

Ginger ale, which became popular in the last century, was mentioned in the Harry Potter story, where the hero asked for "ginger ale." So, in 1820, Australia began commercial production of ginger beer, a non-alcoholic drink named after it. read more

• Warmed apple juice with spices
• Eggnog mix
• Festive Eggnog

A delicious and warming eggnog is just what you need to get into the holiday spirit during the coldest time of year. In many Western countries, Christmas and New Year are associated with this drink. Unlike the classic, this recipe doesn't include... read more

Step-by-step recipe for strawberries with jelly filling. - read more

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• Mule cocktail
• Homemade Limoncello Liqueur

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

Detailed recipe with photos.

A recipe for a gin and blackberry float cocktail. The berries are simmered with sugar and strained through a fine sieve. The resulting juice is poured into a shaker and mixed with mint, gin, lemon juice, and ice. The mixture is poured into glasses. read more

Recipe for making melon slush with green tea, lemon juice and mint. read more