Of all the 90s/Y2K trends coming back into style, I am so glad frosted tips aren’t one of them.

I mean, I definitely didn’t skate by in the 90s and 00s without some ~questionable~ looks, so I have no room to talk. But frosted tips definitely weren’t one of the more becoming looks for men. Ahem, Justin Timberlake, I’m looking at you, honey! As long as the teens today don’t bring back low-rise jeans and shark-bite hem clothing, I think I can survive with the crop tops and belly chains. I will forever be scarred from the shark-bite hem clothing though. It’s just so… complicated? And confusing? And strippy? Why did we decide to wear skirts and tops with 18 different hem lengths, all torn up like we were brutally attacked by a bear or shark right before arriving to the party or red carpet?

But I digress.

Some frosted things are always going to be trendy, like Jack Frost nipping at your nose, frosted windowpanes when its cold out, a frosted Christmas tree… okay, so maybe I’m a little wistful for winter weather since it’s approximately 1000 degrees outside. Another awesome frost: this Frosted Lemonade. 

I didn’t grow up with Chick Fil A (it came around town when I was a senior in high school) so I didn’t know about their frosted lemonade drink until I was older. But once I tried it, I was hooked. That stuff is seriously addicting! If you are unfamiliar, they take their lemonade and basically combine it with ice cream to make an ultra creamy, dreamy, frosty, cold, “frosted” lemonade – almost like a lemonade milkshake of sorts. It’s tart, tangy, sweet and creamy and I love the balance of the sweet cream and the lemonade.

And now you can make one at home which is even easier and far cheaper since you can make a huge batch. And if your drive-thru is like mine, it’s definitely nicer to make it at home because my drive-thru is always CRAZY busy.

You guys are going to fall in love with this crazy easy, super delicious Frosted Lemonade!

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Best Ever Frosted Lemonade

This Frosted Lemonade is SUPER easy, so delicious, comes together ultra fast and tastes amazing! Way better than the drive thru!

Course Dessert, Drinks, Frozen Desserts

Cuisine American, Dessert

Prep Time 2 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 minutes minutes

Ingredients

• 1½ cups lemonade homemade or prepared
• 12 oz (1 can) frozen lemonade concentrate slightly thawed
• 16 oz pkg Cool Whip OR vanilla ice cream frozen (use either Cool Whip OR ice cream, not both)
• 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

• Add the lemonade, lemonade concentrate, frozen Cool Whip OR ice cream, and sweetened condensed milk to a blender and blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes. You may need to stop the blender and use a rubber spatula to push the Cool Whip chunks/ice cream chunks down into the bottom of the blender more, then restart the blender to continue processing until smooth and creamy.
• Distribute evenly among 2 large glasses, or 4-6 smaller glasses. Serve immediately. You can get about 2 Mason jars-worth of these, or 4-6 smaller glasses worth.

Notes

This recipe was tested using 16 oz of frozen Cool Whip. I like using the Cool Whip because in my opinion it's a little creamier than ice cream, but you can definitely use ice cream in its place. Just look for a 16 oz container of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt. This is approximately 4 cups or so. 

Sweet, creamy, tart and tangy – this Frosted Lemonade is soooo amazing!

Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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Disclaimer: I am partnering with Baileys Irish Cream on this blog post. I have been compensated for this post but all opinions are 100% my own. Thank you for supporting my blog.

Hi!

I am so excited to be partnering with Baileys Irish Cream on these fantastic recipes today! After all, today is all about taking a little moment for yourself to indulge and what better way to do so than with a decadent, easy, homemade Baileys dessert?

As a busy gal running my own business, I am all about taking time at the end of the day for a little break to indulge in a favorite treat. Since I’ve usually been working all day, I don’t want a treat that’s super fussy – definitely something that can be whipped up relatively quickly but tastes like it has been carefully made all day.

When Baileys reached out to me to create five amazing, mouthwatering recipes for today, I knew I wanted to make something easy but impressive, decadent and rich but also something approachable that busy guys and gals could whip up. From the easiest Baileys Frozen Hot Chocolate to the slightly more advanced (but still super easy) Baileys Brownie Pudding Trifles, there’s literally something for everyone and each recipe is truly delicious!

So let’s talk about these recipes one by one – they are some of my new favorites and I know they’re going to be yours, too!

First up, we have these Baileys Cookie Truffles. Everyone loves those delectable chocolate sandwich cookies, but when you grind them up and add in some rich, creamy Baileys Irish Cream? Heavenly! I dipped mine in dark chocolate and finished with miniature chocolate chips to really drive home the chocolate flavor.

Second, I made this totally rich and divine Baileys Chocolate Mug Cake. If you didn’t know you could create rich and moist chocolate cakes in the microwave using a coffee mug and a few simple pantry ingredients, you’re in for a real treat! We’re replacing some of the milk in the recipe with Baileys Irish Cream and topping the mug cake with a homemade Baileys whipped cream to really send that Baileys flavor home. So fudgy, so delicious.

Next up I made the cutest Chocolate Chip Cookie Baileys Shooters. These are probably my favorite because they’re so unique and fun! We’re going to bake a yummy homemade chocolate chip cookie and press the dough in a greased muffin pan. Bake it up and create a well in the middle of the baked cookie cup using a shot glass to make a little bowl shape. Once cooled, we’ll coat the bowl of the cookie cup with melted chocolate (to help seal the cookie to prevent leaking and add flavor) and then you’ll just pour Baileys into the cookie cup, take a shot, and eat the shooter! So fun!

I also made these sumptuous Baileys Brownie Pudding Trifles which are a touch more advanced but still super easy, I promise! I just baked up a box of brownie mix (any kind you like!) and let it cool a bit before cutting it into bite-size cubes. While it was baking, I made a Baileys Irish Cream pudding from scratch using simple pantry ingredients. After both the brownies and the pudding cool for a little bit, you’ll simply layer your ingredients into little jars or trifle cups. The combination of creamy, silky pudding flavored with Baileys Irish Cream and those fudgy brownies cannot be beat!

Lastly, the easiest one of the bunch is my Baileys Frozen Hot Chocolate! This one is so creamy, frosty and sweet! Simply combine instant hot cocoa mix, milk, Baileys Irish Cream and ice into a blender, blend until smooth and frosty, and pour into chocolate-drizzled glasses for the ultimate icy treat! I like to top mine with more whipped cream and chocolate sauce, but however you decide to serve it, just promise me you’ll make it!

Which recipe will you make first?!

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Baileys Cookie Truffles

These Baileys Cookie Truffles are so delicious and simple! Chocolaty cookie truffles made with Baileys Irish Cream and tons of chocolate!

Course Candy, Dessert

Cuisine American, Dessert

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 24 truffles

Ingredients

• 30-36 chocolate wafer cookies if using Oreos, scrape out the filling and discard
• 4-6 Tbsp Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 pkg dark chocolate melting wafers
• 1/4 cup miniature chocolate chips for garnish

Instructions

• Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and set aside. Meanwhile, add the cookies to a food processor and pulse until the mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add in the Baileys Irish Cream and mix again until mixture is moistened and holds together,
• Using a cookie dough scoop, portion out Tablespoonfuls of the mixture and roll into balls. Place on the baking sheet. Freeze for about 20 minutes or until firm. While they are freezing, melt the dark chocolate candy coating according to package directions or until melted. Dip the truffles into the dark melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off and return to the baking sheet. Garnish with mini chocolate chips. Allow chocolate shell to set before serving.

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Baileys Chocolate Mug Cake

This Baileys Chocolate Mug Cake is sinfully delicious and so simple! A fudgy, moist chocolate mug cake with a hint of Baileys and a Baileys whipped cream!

Course Cakes/Cupcakes, No Bake Desserts

Cuisine American, Dessert

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• Pinch salt
• 3 Tbsp granulated white sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 Tbsp Baileys Irish Cream, divided
• 2 Tbsp vegetable or canola oil
• 2 Tbsp miniature chocolate chips, divided
• 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

• Liberally grease a microwave-safe coffee mug. In the coffee mug, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, granulated sugar, baking powder and salt until combined. Add in the milk, 1 (one) Tablespoon Baileys Irish Cream, oil, and 1 (one) Tablespoon of the miniature chocolate chips. Mix together until combined.
• Cover the mug loosely with a paper towel to catch any overflow. Microwave on HIGH (100% power) for 70 seconds or until a cake tester comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
• While mug cake is cooking, make the whipped cream: In a small bowl, whip together the heavy cream and remaining Tablespoon Baileys Irish Cream together with a handheld electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spoon the whipped cream over the warm mug cake and garnish with remaining mini chocolate chips.

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Baileys Shooters

These Chocolate Chip Cookie Baileys Shooters are SO fun! Chocolate chip cookie cups filled with chocolate and made into a bowl shape so you can shoot milk or Baileys!

Course Cookies, Dessert

Cuisine American, Dessert

Prep Time 18 minutes minutes

Total Time 18 minutes minutes

Servings 15 cups

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1¼ cups miniature chocolate chips
• 1 cup chocolate candy melting wafers
• Baileys or milk, for filling the shooters

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350° degrees F. Liberally grease 2 muffin pans (or 15 cavities). Set aside.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugars until smooth, about 1 minute. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla until combined. Lastly, add in the baking soda, salt, and flour until combined. Stir in the miniature chocolate chips until combined.
• Drop 3-Tablespoonfuls of dough into each greased muffin cavity (you should get about 15 cookie cups). Press down on the dough lightly with greased fingers. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until light golden brown and set. Remove from the oven and immediately take a shot glass bottom and make an indentation in the center of the cookie cup, making a bowl shape. Cool the cookie cups in the pan about 20-25 minutes, then gently remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Melt the chocolate candy melting wafers according to package directions. Using a spoon, spoon the chocolate into the center "bowl" of the cookie cup, coating all the bottom and sides and along the top rim of the cookie cup. This chocolate coating prevents the liquid from seeping into the cookie. Allow excess chocolate to drip off and return to the wire rack to set.
• Just before serving, fill with a little bit of Baileys or milk and serve!

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Baileys Brownie Pudding Trifles

These Baileys Brownie Pudding Trifles are AMAZING! Creamy Baileys Irish Cream pudding layered with fudgy baked brownie squares in irresistible trifles!

Course Brownies, Dessert

Cuisine American, Dessert

Prep Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour

Servings 4 trifles

Ingredients

• 1 box fudge brownie mix, plus ingredients on back of box to make fudge brownies
• 1/3 cup granulated white sugar
• 3 Tbsp cornstarch
• Pinch salt
• 1¾ cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• 2 large egg yolks
• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Instructions

• Prepare the brownies according to package directions and bake. Cool briefly and cut into small 1" squares.
• For the pudding: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt off the heat. Add in the milk, Baileys and egg yolks and whisk until combined. Bring the mixture to a bubbling boil over medium-low heat and cook 1-2 additional minutes after it starts bubbling, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat and pour into a heat-proof bowl. Cover with plastic wrap directly onto the pudding and let cool for about 1 hour.
• For the trifles: Layer the brownies and warm pudding mix into little cups or jars. Serve warm or cover and refrigerate until chilled.

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Baileys Frozen Hot Chocolate

This Baileys Frozen Hot Chocolate is DELICIOUS, sweet and creamy and such a cool and refreshing frosty treat!

Course Drinks, Frozen Desserts

Cuisine American, Dessert

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

• 3 cups ice
• 1½ cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• 3 instant hot cocoa packets
• Chocolate sauce, whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles, for garnish

Instructions

• In a blender, combine the ice, milk, Baileys Irish Cream and hot cocoa packets. Blend on high power for about 30 seconds or until blended and smooth. Pour among four glasses. Garnish with chocolate syrup, whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles, if desired.

Thanks for stopping by today, and thanks so much to Baileys Irish Cream for partnering with me on this super fun project!

Have a super sweet day!

Xo, Hayley

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This Spiced Rum Apple Cider Cocktail is absolutely delicious, super easy and tastes like fall in a glass! You’re going to LOVE this ultra refreshing and cozy cocktail!

Happy Hump Day!

I figured we are nearly done with September and that’s deserving of a cocktail, don’t you think? I mean, we’ve survived this much of this insanely horrible year and we’re nearly down another crappy month! Time to celebrate by day-drinking!

I’m usually not a big fan of seasonal cocktails or adult beverages only because I am so picky and limited in my alcohol choices. I’ll be honest, I can pretty much only drink rum, Moscato wine, or a hard cider and that’s about it. Anything else and I’ll have an angry headache or worse. Don’t even get me started on tequila or vodka. I shudder to even think of those two!

So yeah, I’m a grandma baby. A baby grandma. I can only drink rum or intensely sweet dessert wine; sue me.

I also find that a lot of restaurants don’t have an ample rum menu. What, is rum like a peasant drink or something? Because it’s my absolute reach-for-it-everytime FAVORITE. I think it is the far superior liquor and it is a shame that restaurants don’t have more rum-based drinks.

Anyway, enough of my rum ramblings! Time to talk about this Spiced Rum Apple Cider Cocktail!

This bad boy is made with all the delicious things about fall with plenty of apple, spice, and rummy goodness. The cocktail is super simple to make: spiced apple cider, spiced rum, and hard apple cider. You can add in lemon or orange bitters if you’d like, but I like this with its pure apple flavor. If you’re feeling really fancy, you can splash in 1/2 oz of cinnamon schnapps or Fireball!

I’m longing for the days when I can sip this on my balcony while reading a book and curled up in a cozy blanket. Fall weather, come to me!

Spicy, sweet, cozy and such a delicious fall drink!!

*adapted from Honey and Birch

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Spiced Rum Apple Cider Cocktail

This Spiced Rum Apple Cider Cocktail is SO refreshing, comes together easily and tastes like fall in a glass! Only a few simple ingredients for this mouthwatering, cozy cocktail!

Course Cocktails, Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 cocktail

Ingredients

• 2 oz spiced rum such as Captain Morgan
• 1/2 cup spiced apple cider prepared, or see Note to make your own
• 1/2 cup hard apple cider
• 1/2 oz cinnamon schnapps/Fireball optional
• Cinnamon sticks and star anise, for garnish optional

Instructions

• Fill a highball or rocks glass with ice. Add in the spiced rum and top with the spiced apple cider; stir with a cocktail spoon to combine. Top with hard apple cider to fill. If you're using cinnamon schnapps/Fireball, add it when you add in the spiced rum and apple cider. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a star anise, if desired.

Notes

Since apple cider is one of the star ingredients, I recommend using a really high quality apple cider. Splurge for the good stuff!

To make your own spiced apple cider, simply take regular apple cider and place it in a mason jar. To it add 2 cinnamon sticks, 2 star anise, and a couple of cloves. Cover, shake and let refrigerate for at least an hour. Strain to use.

This was tested with Angry Orchard hard apple cider and Captain Morgan spiced rum.

I absolutely love how cozy and refreshing this spiced cocktail is and I know you’ll love it too!

Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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So confession time: I’m not a milkshake person.

I want to love them so much, but I just don’t find them as *satisfying* as eating say, an ice cream sundae or cone. I usually find that after I down a milkshake in record time, I want a sundae or a Drumstick or something to supplement it. Somewhere, a cardiologist is reading this and having a heart attack.

(Don’t worry – I don’t ever have milkshake main courses and ice cream chasers).

However, after making this Copycat Shamrock Shake, I was officially hooked on the shake bandwagon. I couldn’t get enough of these shakes – they’re just so perfectly satisfying! Just the right amount of mint in a creamy vanilla base with a mountain of fresh whipped cream and a simple cherry garnish. It really doesn’t get better!

The best part about this super simple recipe is that you can satisfy your shamrock shake craving year-round instead of waiting all year for McDonald’s to unveil theirs. Because if you’re like me at all, you’re a delightful mix of impatient and antsy which makes waiting around for seasonal things pure agony. Girl Scouts of America, I’m looking at you.

A lot of people think shamrock shakes are purely mint-based, but the flavor is actually vanilla-mint which is sweet and not super overpowering. The key to making this shamrock shake at home is to use MINT extract, NOT peppermint extract. Yes, there’s a difference and it is pretty major! Peppermint extract is incredibly potent and in large doses tastes like toothpaste. Definitely not as appealing to have a toothpaste dessert, am I right? Mint extract, however, is a little more subtle and adds the appropriate minty flavor to this shake.

You can also customize this shake to your dietary preferences by using dairy-free ice cream and soy milk, or frozen yogurt instead of ice cream. Since the ingredients are so simple, though, I suggest using a very high quality ice cream so the flavor isn’t lost on something too watery or flavorless.

And that’s it! Copycat Shamrock Shakes will be a new rotation in your household, I guarantee it!

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Best Ever Copycat Shamrock Shake

These Copycat Shamrock Shakes are the BEST ever and even BETTER than the original at McDonald's! Cool, creamy and perfectly minty goodness that comes together in seconds.

Course No-Bake

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Author Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

• 3 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1 cup milk I used 1% but any kind works
• 1/4 teaspoon mint extract make sure it is MINT extract and NOT peppermint extract
• Green food coloring optional
• Whipped cream
• Green sanding sugar
• Maraschino cherries

Instructions

• Add the ice cream, milk, mint extract and a couple drops of green food coloring to a blender and blend on high speed for about 30 seconds or until fully combined and smooth.
• Pour into a glass or two and garnish with whipped cream, green sanding sugar sprinkles and a maraschino cherry.

I can just TASTE it by looking at the photos… but trust me, it is better to make it and taste it!

Want some other minty creations?!

Copycat No-Bake Thin Mints

Andes Mint Cupcakes

Mint Oreo Truffle Brownie Bombs 

Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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Calling all Sagittarians! This Red Bull Piña Cocojito is the perfect drink to represent the restless, party-hard, travel-obsessed Sagittarius in my Zodiac Cocktail Series! Made with Red Bull, coconut rum and pineapple juice, this tropical twist on a mojito is a must make!

Hello, and welcome to Sagittarius Season!

You can celebrate Sagittarius season by: having a joke for every occasion; appreciating the little things in life; being brutally honest; always getting in the last word; always looking to escape to a faraway destination or start a new life somewhere different; acting like nothing happened and never bringing it up again; one-upping conversations both accidentally and on purpose; self-sabotaging; being afraid to commit fully just in case something better comes along; starting drama because you’re bored; having optimistic idealism that everything will work out; and having an expansive knowledge about many things and a desire to learn more.

Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign – ‘mutable’ associating with change, restlessness and adjustment, and ‘fire’ meaning impulsive, energetic, and quick tempered. Represented by a centaur – half-man, half-horse) they are lovers of travel, knowledge, and nature. Sags seek out the truth in everything so they can pass their knowledge and wisdom to others – after all, Sagittarius is a natural teacher and philosopher and their sign is represented by knowledge. The ultimate goal for a Sagittarian is to know as much about a variety of different subjects as possible.

However, this quest for knowledge can turn sour, as Sagittarians are incredibly blunt, sometimes to the point of not caring about who’s feelings may be hurt in the process. Adamant about the truth, they may cut you off if they think you’re lying and shut you down with a hefty dose of that fire sign energy. Never expect a Sag to apologize for being brutally honest or even annoying about confronting someone to get to the truth.

Typically, Sagittarian men and women enjoy taking risks; pursuing learning, teaching and studying; says exactly what’s on their mind; is witty and charming with words – and are known for their jokes, some of which may veer into “dad joke” territory but always gain laughter; has a good fact-checking memory; absolutely NEEDS freedom in almost all aspects of their life, including relationships; is kindhearted sometimes, although can be quite tactless; is able to laugh about their misfortunes/self-deprecating; can be sharply sarcastic to the point of annoying; tends to not be able to read a room when voicing their opinion; and can have a fiery temper and strike out when hurt.

When expressed positively, Sagittarians are stimulating, inspiring, optimistic and enthusiastic, honest and fair, spiritual and looking to nature for guidance, frank and open, adventurous travel-lovers always looking for a little escape, forgiving and quick to forget, and generous.

However, expressed negatively, Sagittarius can be too feisty and impatient, careless and tactless, eschewing any responsibility/being or seeming overly immature, overly-indulgent to themselves, roamers who never settle down and can’t commit, preachy to the point of being fanatical, and horrible planners.

When I was designing a cocktail for this feisty, travel-loving fire sign, I knew I wanted it to have Red Bull in it because Sagittarius is usually always on-the-go, ready to drop everything for a last-minute getaway or gallivanting around the world. Because they are energetic and stimulating, an energy drink had to be the base of this cocktail! And because they love travel and never like to stay in one place too long, it had to be something tropical, reminiscent of their next vacay.

So I created this Red Bull Piña Cocojito, and it’s pretty amazing! It’s a cross between a piña colada and a mojito with a Red Bull twist! The result is a very fruity, tropical and refreshing beverage I think any Sagittarian would love!

Bottoms up!

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Zodiac Cocktails - Sagittarius: Red Bull Piña Cocojito

This Red Bull Piña Cocojito is a tropical, fruity and refreshing twist on a piña colada and a mojito with a Red Bull spike of energy! Perfect for energetic, travel-happy Sagittarians in my Zodiac Cocktail Series!

Course Drinks

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Author Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

• 3 lime wedges
• 1-2 sprigs mint leaves roughly torn and stems discarded
• 2 ounces coconut rum
• 2 ounces pineapple juice
• Fresh ice
• Red Bull or Red Bull Sugar Free to top off

Instructions

• Add the lime wedges and mint leaves to a cocktail shaker. Using a cocktail muddler or the bottom of a wooden spoon, gently mash the limes and mint together to release the juices and oils of the mint and lime.
• Add the rum and pineapple juice to the cocktail shaker. Top with ice.
• Shake cocktail shaker vigorously for 30 seconds or until ice cold to the touch. Pour the entire contents, ice and all, into a glass; top with Red Bull.

Fruity, tropical, easy and tasty, you’re going to love this cocktail whether you’re a Sagittarius or not!

Check out the past Zodiac Cocktails in the Series!

Scorpio: Love Potion Sangria

Libra: White Claw Raspberry Lemonade

Virgo: Espresso Martini

Leo: Tequila Sunrise Jell-O Shots

Cancer: Lavender Basil Gin & Tonic

Gemini: Fuzzy Navel Sangria

Taurus: Sparkling Champagne Sorbet Floats

Aries: Bloody Mary Margaritas

Pisces: Honeyed Pear Whiskey Cocktail

Aquarius: Boozy Grape Kombucha Kool-Aid

Capricorn: Cranberry Thyme Vodka Lemonade

Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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Happy Scorpio Season!

I literally cannot believe it is almost the end of the year. I only have ONE zodiac sign left, you guys. How did this happen?

But for now, let’s focus on the scorpions of the hour: Scorpios! It is officially Scorpio season and I am ready for it.

You can celebrate Scorpio season by: being extremely jealous; having an underlying motive in whatever you do; believing in karma; being cryptic with your messages/communication; being the ultimate sign of passion; loyal to your friends and family; keeping it real with your bluntness and honesty; being very loving but also very logical; being in touch with your emotions; having revenge fantasies; remembering EV.ER.Y.THING; and having the ability to be a human lie detector.

Scorpios are a fixed water sign: ‘fixed’ meaning they are stubborn yet determined, and ‘water’ meaning emotional, sensitive and intuitive with their feelings. The symbol for Scorpio is a scorpion which can come across as scary or intimidating – as can Scorpios! But sometimes the scorpion can be so intent on stinging something that it stings itself in the process. They can be misunderstood or their words misconstrued because of their intensity and passion when they speak, and their borderline obsessive nature.

These bewitching little scorpions are the master detectives of the Zodiac. If you want to know something about someone, ask a Scorpio to do the heavy lifting. Not only are they excellent at keeping secrets, but they can sleuth out secrets from others just as well. However, Scorpios are experts at keeping their own secrets hidden away which can be a challenge for others when trying to get to know them. Scorpios are all about power, and they don’t like relinquishing that power to just anyone. They’re a sign focused on trust and loyalty, so unless you prove that, expect to get fed tiny answers until you can get close enough to really know a Scorpio.

Typically, a Scorpio is very loyal to their family and friends – don’t you dare disrespect a Scorpio’s loved one in front of them, or suffer the consequences of their stinger. Sometimes their loyalty and passion for family and friends can be mistaken for obsession which can be off-putting to someone. They are also passionate about their beliefs and are excellent workers with great work ethics. They NEVER forget OR forgive, so be careful when crossing one. They can be competitive about winning (again, they love their power) but usually work behind the scenes best. Ruthlessly honest, they can be a great force to be reckoned with since they have very high standards. They can be very brave when experiencing adversity, but conversely, can be quite secretive. However, this is a sign with great charisma who loves to pursue their interests with lots of zeal.

When positively expressed, Scorpios can be protective, magnetic, dynamic, compassionate, romantic, emotional, tenacious, probing, passionate, intuitive, sensual and intense. However, expressed negatively, Scorpios can also be ruthless and vindictive, jealous and overly possessive, suspicious, self-destructive, moody, overly secretive, insulting and obstinate, viciously sarcastic or intolerant.

When I was thinking of a cocktail for these moody yet romantic Scorpios, I wanted something that played on that romantic aspect. Sometimes we need to be reminded that Scorpios are a water sign and are known to be flirtatious and easily prone to falling in love (once they trust you, of course). I knew my cocktail had to be dark, mysterious and beautiful but also sensual and sumptuous. No ordinary drink would do! This Love Potion Sangria perfectly represents Scorpios I think!

Made with pinot noir and loads of dark, juicy fruit, this sangria is rich, complex, buttery and mouth-wateringly good! I love how it makes a bold statement with that deep, rich color and the juicy flavor of all those dark fruits. Plus, it can make a pitcher, and while Scorpios aren’t a big party sign like Leos or Sagittariuses, it is perfect to share with the object of their affections… perhaps when trying to get some secrets out of them

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Zodiac Cocktails - Scorpio: Love Potion Sangria

This Love Potion Sangria is a deep, rich, sumptuous sangria made with pinot noir and lots of dark fruit for a juicy, irresistible and gorgeous cocktail that perfectly represents Scorpios in my Zodiac Cocktail Series!

Course Drinks

Prep Time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours

Author Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

• One bottle (750 ml) pinot noir wine
• 1½ cups pomegranate juice
• 1½ cups cranberry OR cherry juice you decide
• 1¼ cups vodka
• Blackberries halved if large
• Purple grapes halved if large
• Pitted dark cherries halved if large (I used frozen!)
• Pomegranate seeds for garnish

Instructions

• In a large pitcher, combine the pinot noir wine, pomegranate juice, cranberry or cherry juice, and vodka. Stir until combined and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
• Just before serving, add some of the fruit to the pitcher and stir to combine. Best if served within 1 day.

I know you are going to love this spellbinding sangria!

Have you found your sign yet? Check out my other Zodiac Cocktails!

Libra: White Claw Raspberry Lemonade

Virgo: Espresso Martini

Leo: Tequila Sunrise Jell-O Shots

Cancer: Lavender Basil Gin & Tonic

Gemini: Fuzzy Navel Sangria

Taurus: Sparkling Champagne Sorbet Floats

Aries: Bloody Mary Margaritas

Pisces: Honeyed Pear Whiskey Cocktail

Aquarius: Boozy Grape Kombucha Kool-Aid

Capricorn: Cranberry Thyme Vodka Lemonade

xo, Hayley

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Praise Mother Nature! It’s finally cooling down in Sacramento!

I am so giddy with excitement over the cooler temps. I can officially kick my shorts and swimwear to the curb (bye, won’t miss ya) and embrace fuzzy, cozy sweaters and cute boots.

This time of year is my favorite. Not only does it have my favorite weather and flavors, it is quarter 4 which is my best season for my blog and my favorite seasons all in one!

Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas – but especially Christmas – are my all-time faves. I could literally do without any other holiday but you’ll have to pry my Christmas spirit out of my cold, dead hands.

I always have a small Christmas party every year that I’ve lived in my apartment and I look forward to it all year. Not to toot my own horn or anything, but I think my parties are awesome! Everyone always looks happy, leaves full, and enjoys mingling. I usually keep it to people my age who live in my apartment complex so we can all get to know one another. Last year, I even did a “naughty or nice” gift exchange which was hilarious! The premise was, everyone had to bring a white elephant gift that could be naughty (such as adult products, if you catch my drift) or nice (like your standard-issue white elephant gifts). I definitely think I’m going to do it again this year!

I also make an epic charcuterie board and this Apple Cider Sangria. I’ve been making it every year (going on 3 years now!) and it is always the first thing to go. Now I know from experience that I should double or triple the batch! It is that good.

As a huge sangria fan, I’m always looking for unique, seasonal twists on sangria. Long gone are the days of the same ol’ red-wine based sangria. I like to mix it up! This seasonally perfect Apple Cider Sangria is probably my favorite that I’ve made so far. It’s cozy and comforting in a glass, and it couldn’t be easier to make.

It starts with a bottle of white wine – I like to use pinot grigio, but chardonnay or moscato would work! For a cinnamon-y twist, I add in some cinnamon whiskey (such as Fireball) for a little kick! And of course, you definitely need apple cider – I really like Trader Joe’s Spiced Cider, which has notes of apples and pear. It is delicious!

But to add a little sparkly twist, I like topping this sangria off with sparkling apple cider (such as Martinelli’s) just before serving. It brightens it up with some bubbles and really drives home that sweet, apple flavor.

Don’t forget to garnish it with two kinds of apple slices and cinnamon sticks just before serving! I mean, how delicious is this?!

Bottoms up!

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Apple Cider Sangria

This Apple Cider Sangria is a favorite this time of year! Fruity, sweet, cozy and comforting, it has a slight sparkling twist everyone will love!

Course Drinks

Prep Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour

Servings 4 -6

Author Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

• One bottle pinot grigio can substitute with chardonnay or Moscato
• 1 cup cinnamon whiskey such as Fireball
• 3 cups apple cider
• One bottle sparkling apple cider such as Martinelli's
• One Gala or Fuji apple sliced
• One Granny Smith apple sliced
• 4 cinnamon sticks

Instructions

• Pour the entire bottle of pinot grigio into a large pitcher. Add in the whiskey and apple cider and stir to combine. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for flavors to meld.
• Just before serving, top off with the sparkling apple cider and add in the sliced apples and cinnamon sticks, stirring to combine. This is best made and served the same day you make it once the fruit has been added.

Sweet, refreshing, crisp cinnamony goodness. You’re going to love this sangria!

Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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Just like fun, flirty and trendy Libras, these White Claw Raspberry Lemonade Cocktails hit the spot! Refreshing, easy, and super on-trend!

Welcome to Libra Season!

Yet again I am writing another post in my Zodiac Cocktail Series because we are already to Libra season which is CRAZY to me! How did we get this far!? Didn’t I just start this series with Capricorn like, last week? (FYI, Cap is in early Jan). WHAT!

But I digress – Libras, this one’s for you!

You can celebrate the start of Libra season by: being good at seeing through scams and scammy people (except when you’re in love with them); having about 5 different crushes on 5 different people at any given time; being incredibly indecisive, and when you finally pick something, you regret it almost instantly; being social but low-key lonely at heart; having impeccable taste in clothing and the finer things in life; being spoiled; being a great friend but not as great of a listener; having a penchant for justice and fairness; can be slightly narcissistic; and LOOOOOVVVVIIINNNGGGG drama, even more so than Leo.

Libra is a Cardinal air sign – cardinal meaning receptive and eager to initiate change (as each cardinal sign represents a new season) and liking to take control, and air meaning a thinking sign as opposed to a feeling sign, and the sign associated with intellect. Libra is the only sign of the Zodiac that doesn’t have a living thing representing it, like a human, animal, or fish. Libras symbol is the scale, and they definitely strive to ensure their moral compass is equal and balanced.

Libras are ruled by the planet Venus, which makes sense because Libras LOVE love. Libras love to be in love, they love to feel desired, and they love falling in love most of all. Libras are known to have multiple crushes on multiple people, waiting for the right one to sweep Libra off their feet. While they are an air sign, they are slightly more in-tune with their emotions than other air signs, Gemini and Aquarius, and therefore wouldn’t mind a romantic, grand gesture to really win their heart over.

The thing is, Libras represent balance but life isn’t always perfectly balanced, and you don’t always get what you want. That’s why Libras tend to be fiercely competitive in getting the things they want and reaching an acceptable standard of living. They want to be refined, accurate and elegant but it doesn’t always happen that way, so they do what they can to be surrounded by the best.

Typically, Libras have a very hard time making decisions in almost every aspect of their lives, mainly because they tend to be idealistic and they change their mind a LOT. Otherwise, Libras enjoy the finer things in life, such as beautiful art and music and luxurious items, such as clothing or cars. They like to feel spoiled and on-trend with the latest goings-on or trends. They tend to be happy and smile a lot with an amusing personality and great conversation. Libras are usually interested in legal matters and has great business instincts.

Expressed positively, Libras are cooperative and trustworthy; refined, elegant and artistic, even; idealistic and romantic; strong believers in good causes; very fair; charming; excellent companions and friends (and boy, do they have a lot of friends!); great negotiators and excellent conversationalists; and romantic and sincere.

Expressed negatively, however, Libras can be lazy and extremely indecisive; manipulative; jealous; overly flirtatious, bordering on unfaithful; narcissistic; know-it-all; overbearing; overly inserts themselves into drama; and even depressed or sulky.

When I was thinking of cocktails for Libra, I knew it had to be something trendy, flirty, and pretty, because these Libras expect all that and a hot person to serve it to them! Since White Claw has officially taken the world by storm, I knew we had to feature this effervescent and bubbly hard seltzer as a component to the cocktail. But I also had a magical ingredient up my sleeve to make this cocktail COLOR-CHANGING and extra!

It’s this liquid dropper called B’Lure and it is sold at most beverage warehouses like Total Wine and BevMo. It’s made with butterfly pea extract, which is an exotic tea flower. It’s naturally blue, but when acid is added to it, it changes colors right before your eyes to a gorgeous pinkish purple.

The result is a bubbly, pretty, sparkling White Claw Raspberry Lemonade that all the Libras are going to LOVE.

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Zodiac Cocktails - Libra: White Claw Raspberry Lemonade

This White Claw Raspberry Lemonade is going to be your new go-to drink! Made with raspberry White Claw, it's fruity, bubbly and sweet and has a secret color-changing ingredient!

Course Drinks

Servings 1

Author Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

• 1.5 ounces vodka I used raspberry vodka, but regular works
• 1 ounce simple syrup
• 3 droppers of B'Lure
• 3 ounces lemonade
• Raspberry White Claw

Instructions

• In a small hurricane glass, add in the vodka, simple syrup, and B'Lure, stirring with a cocktail spoon. Add in the lemonade slowly and watch the cocktail change colors right before your eyes! Fill glass with ice and top off with raspberry White Claw.

Fizzy, pretty and easy, this cocktail is one no Libra will be able to resist!

New here? Check and see if your sign has its own cocktail! (Scorpio and Sagittarius coming soon!)

Virgo: Espresso Martini

Leo: Tequila Sunrise Jell-O Shots

Cancer: Lavender Basil Gin & Tonic

Gemini: Fuzzy Navel Sangria

Taurus: Sparkling Champagne Sorbet Floats

Aries: Bloody Mary Margaritas

Pisces: Honeyed Pear Whiskey Cocktail

Aquarius: Boozy Grape Kombucha Kool-Aid

Capricorn: Cranberry Thyme Vodka Lemonade

Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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Hi!

I know I normally don’t post on Saturdays but I absolutely HAD to share this recipe with you before I kick off fall baking completely.

While I am just as excited as the next gal for pumpkin spice everything and sweater weather, I kinda feel bad about the end-of-summer fruit that gets cast off on the sidelines while we clamor for fall favorites. Peaches are one of those fruits that I think we often skip over in our excitement for pumpkin all-the-things!

That, combined with the fact that here in Sacramento, the weather will remain summery until at LEAST early October, and I decided I just needed to share this last summer-inspired recipe with you guys so we can wrap up a great summer season.

(Or so you can cling mercilessly to summer for as long as it remains).

What I love about these 2-Ingredient Peach Moscato Slushies is that they’re seriously only TWO simple ingredients. No playin’! The two ingredients are…. *drum roll*

Frozen peaches and Moscato wine.

That. Is. IT!

You simply add a bag of frozen peaches and a little Moscato wine to a blender and blend it up until it is smooth, thick, icy perfection. Then distribute among glasses and serve! No chill time, no fancy ingredients or equipment… just frozen peaches, wine, and a blender.

Of course, you can get fancy by adding in a sprig of fresh mint and a peach garnish, but only if you drink this with your pinky up

The best part is, these are totally customizable! Don’t like peaches? Sub for frozen dark cherries, strawberries, or raspberries! Prefer a different kind of wine? Try it with pinot grigio, chardonnay, rosé, or even a really nice Cab with dark fruit. Try these pairings…

Dark cherries + Cabernet Sauvignon
Strawberries or raspberries + rosé
Pineapple or mango + Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio

Whatever you do, make these and let’s cheers to another successful summer in the books!

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2-Ingredient Peach Moscato Slushies

These 2-Ingredient Peach Moscato Slushies are going to be a new favorite! They're seriously only two simple ingredients you probably have on hand, are made in SECONDS and are so refreshing, sweet, and tasty!

Course Drinks

Prep Time 1 minute minute

Total Time 1 minute minute

Servings 2 -3

Author Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

• One (12-16 oz bag) frozen peaches (can sub with almost any frozen fruit - try dark pitted cherries, strawberries, mango, raspberries, etc. or a berry blend)
• 1½-2 cups Moscato wine sub with any other kind of wine, such as Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, or a Cab or rose

Instructions

• In a large blender, add in the frozen fruit and the wine. Blend on HIGH power for about 30 seconds to 1 minute or until smooth, frozen and icy. Distribute among glasses and serve immediately.

Yummy, easy, and SO refreshing – you’re going to adore these slushies!

Have a super great weekend!

xo, Hayley

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Hi, and welcome to Virgo Season! (Almost*). Unfortunately those Leos are gonna make us wait until their time is done (which is thankfully very, very soon).

You can celebrate Virgo season by: having multiple appointments jotted down on a meticulous planner; freaking out silently; secretly judging others; being in a committed relationship with your label maker; unsolicited fact-checking; overworking yourself because only YOU do things the “right” way; helping others with your practical nature; being a non-mushy caregiver; being nitpicky AF; having a hard time letting loose; and being observant and kind.

Virgos are a mutable Earth sign – ‘mutable’ meaning highly adaptable, flexible and open to change, and ‘Earth sign’ symbolizing practicality, logic, and a sense of duty to those whom Virgos consider valuable and worthy. If Capricorns are work horses, Virgos are the ones running the work horses. These guys and gals work HARD and play… well, never. Virgos have a hard time shutting off their brain because there’s always something to be do, or something to be fixed by someone more inexperienced. Virgos take it upon themselves to do that fixing because they truly believe their way is the correct way, and since they’re so detail-oriented, they feel they don’t make many mistakes.

The Virgo’s symbol is the virgin, but that doesn’t just mean someone who is inexperienced sexually; it also means a free-spirit, confident woman who did things on her own terms. That dual nature of the word “virgin” helps symbolize the dual nature of Virgo: they can be confident in their conviction or naive and suffering from self-doubt.

Virgos are extremely neat and very organized. They tend to have a pleasant, beautiful face and they don’t usually wear anything outlandish that would call attention to themselves. Even if you catch a Virgo in conversation, they can still exhibit shyness and are more reserved. They are unemotional and not very sentimental (Earth sign characteristics) and sometimes may have a hard time expressing her feelings. A meticulous attention to detail, they are observant in remembering these details and are often defined by their work (a true workaholic!). They’re efficient, aces at helping with practical matters, they tend to follow the rules and take responsibility seriously (unless of course, they can do something better than what was suggested).

Expressed positively, Virgos are gentle, sympathetic without tying too much emotion to it, dedicated, helpful, organized, witty and charming, knowledgeable and kind. Expressed negatively, however, Virgos can be cranky and irritable, overly critical of others and themselves, nervous, prudish, overly demanding, and even exhibit signs of hypochondria. Also surprisingly, some negative Virgos can even be somewhat untidy.

When I was trying to come up with a cocktail to represent this worker bee, I wanted something neat, to-the-point, and could fuel them for long nights of organizing. Virgos are usually seldom seen without some kind of coffee in their hands as they blaze through stacks of work, so I knew it had to have coffee, and therefore, the Espresso Martini was created!

This martini is sweet, strong and straight-up, just like a Virgo. No frills, nothing wild and crazy – just a purely delicious, coffee-flavored martini.

Bottoms up, Virgos!

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Zodiac Cocktails - Virgo: Espresso Martini

This Espresso Martini is sweet, strong, and straight-up, just like a gentle but practical Virgo in my Zodiac Cocktail Series!

Course Drinks

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Author Hayley Parker, The Domestic Rebel

Ingredients

• 1 ounce vodka I used vanilla vodka
• 1 ounce Kahlua or any other coffee-flavored liqueur
• 1.5 ounces espresso or black coffee cooled
• Ice
• Coffee beans or chocolate-covered espresso beans for garnish

Instructions

• In a cocktail shaker, add in the vodka, Kahlua, and espresso. Fill with lots of ice. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds or until cold. Strain and pour into a martini or coupe glass. Garnish with coffee beans or chocolate-covered espresso beans.

Sweet, strong, sassy and delicious, this Espresso Martini will soon become a fave when you need a little kick!

Check out my other Zodiac Cocktails in the series!

Leo: Tequila Sunrise Jello Shots

Cancer: Lavender Basil Gin & Tonic

Gemini: Fuzzy Navel Sangria

Taurus: Sparkling Champagne Sorbet Floats

Aries: Bloody Mary Margaritas

Pisces: Honeyed Pear Whiskey Cocktail

Aquarius: Boozy Grape Kombucha Kool-Aid

Capricorn: Cranberry Thyme Vodka Lemonade

Have a super sweet day!

xo, Hayley

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