Peachy

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven. 

I was hanging out with the girls and we started craving for food and drinks. We kept it simple and ventured to Taco Mac for basketball, drinks, and dinner. This taste of heaven is a Peach margarita on the rocks. Initially, I was thrown off by the color of the drink, but after I took a sip, I knew everything was peachy. I’m not a lover of salted rims, so I chose sugar instead. Taco Mac offers a variety of margarita flavors, so I added the peach to my list. Besides this one, I recommend the raspberry or the blackberry margarita. It was my first time trying this margarita on the rocks, but it does taste stronger than the frozen. If you’re trying to turn up, then I would suggest ordering it over the rocks.

FYI: Taco Mac

FOOD TIP: Peaches are 89 percent water.

The Baby Drinks

 

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven. 

I had just landed in Atlanta airport, and I was eager to grab brunch in with my friends and family. Since we were close to Midtown, we ventured to Joe’s on Juniper. Not only were going for brunch, but we were also going to celebrate my cousin’s 21^st birthday. Finally, my baby cousin was old enough to have drinks with me. Since she was a newbie to the scene, I wanted her first drink to be “cute.” This taste of heaven is a Pineapple Upside Down martini. Its whipped vodka, pineapple juice, and grenadine. The Pineapple Upside Down martini is similar to the shot from Ray’s New York Pizza; the only difference is the martini glass that it’s served in. I wanted to start her off small because our next stop was the Daiquiri Factory. (Side Note: Kevin Hart voice: “It’s about to go DOWN!”)

FYI: Joe's on Juniper

FOOD TIP: Pinnacle martinis are only $5 at Joe's on Juniper.

Tie Me to the Bedpost

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.

Get your mind out the gutter!!! I've heard some crazy names for drinks, but this one takes the cake. This taste of heaven is called “Tie Me to the Bedpost.” It’s Absolute Citron, lime juice, Malibu, Grand Marnier, grenadine, and pineapple juice. The sweet mixture catches you off guard as soon as you take the first sip. I was expecting a strong taste of alcohol, but Tie Me to the Bedpost had me fooled. If you enjoy sweet drinks, then I would recommend this one for you. Personally, I live life on the edge, so I want my drinks to have more of a kick; I’m just saying. ;D

FYI: Lace

FOOD TIP: Lime juice keeps scurvy away. 

Southern Comfort

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.

I've never had New Orleans Original Southern Comfort before, but I had the opportunity to try it over the holidays. The fruit flavored whiskey was originally known as “Cuffs and Buttons.” Martin Wilkes Heron, the creator, wanted to produce a smooth drink for his customers at McCauley's Saloon in New Orleans, Louisiana. In 1889, he bottled Southern Comfort for the first time. Since the creation, Southern Comfort has earned a gold medal for taste and excellence at the St. Louis World’s Fair, and has been noted as New Orleans favorite whiskey. Today, there are over five different styles of the Southern Comfort on the market, but the original is considered the best.

FYI: Southern Comfort

FOOD TIP: In 1885, Martin Wilkes Heron (a.k.a. M.W.) changed "Cuffs and Buttons" to Southern Comfort.

Rum Punch

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.

I’m not sure if you remember the Caribbean Flava post, but it doesn’t touch the Rum Punch I had in Jamaica. I thought I was getting the best Rum Punch on the market, until I took the first sip of this taste of heaven. Once I touched the Jamaican sand, I was anxious to try the food and the drinks. I walked up to a tropical hut to order some jerk chicken, and then the bartender offered to make me a drink. Of course I couldn’t turn him down, so I said, “Sure, why not? I’m on vacation, and I’m living it up for the next three days." After he mixed the ingredients together, I took my first sip. WOW!!! What did he put inside this Rum Punch? Instantly, I felt like all my worries were thrown out the window and I was free of stress. At that moment, I contemplated on moving to Jamaica.

FYI: Jamaican Hut on Beach

FOOD TIP: The Jamaican rum is the signature ingredient in a Rum Punch. 

Pop My Cherry

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

As you know, I make my own cocktails from time to time. The first cocktail that I introduced to A Taste of Heaven was the Patron Passion Fruit. Well, on New Year’s Eve I created a new cocktail called “Pop My Cherry.” Its 1800 Coconut Tequila  mixed with orange juice, cherry grenadine, pineapple juice, and then it’s topped with a pineapple ring and a few cherries. The name came from the colorful mixture that was created when the cherry grenadine was added to the orange juice. I was very proud of my new creation because I had the opportunity to share it with my friends and they loved it!!!

FYI: Further Details...

FOOD TIP: Maraschino cherries can be used for cocktails and for your next honey baked ham.

The Velvet Bag

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

I’m not sure if it’s the fancy velvet bag or the sophisticated box that makes Crown Royal stand out to its customers. Personally, the popular whisky grabs my attention every time because my favorite color is purple. This taste of heaven is called Crown Royal Black. It’s a blended Canadian Whisky that has a hint of vanilla and an oak background. The bold mixture blends nicely with Coca Cola or Dr. Pepper.  It’s a nice choice if you want to impress the old heads. ;D

FYI: Crown Royal

FOOD TIP: The velvet bag can be personalized with your own special message.

It's Electric!

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

"You can't see it. It's electric! You gotta feel it. It's electric! Ooh, it's shakin'. It's electric! You gotta know it. It's electric. Boogie woogie, woogie! Now you can't hold it. It's electric. Boogie woogie, woogie!" I know you've heard this song at least twice in your lifetime. For some reason, while I was drinking an Electric Long Island, I could heard this song playing in my head. The cool blue mixture was just what I needed in the Cayman Islands. Normally, I don't drink Long Islands, but the Electric was calling my name. I'm trying to remember the ingredients, but I didn't have time to write it down while I was on vacation. (Side Note: I will upload the ingredients once I make some phone calls). 

FOOD TIP: A traditional Long Island Ice Tea has five different liquors.

Patron Coffee Shots

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

While in the Cayman Islands, we stopped at a restaurant by the water front. Before we got a chance to see the water, a crew of people stopped us to take some shots. My family can be friendly at times, so we didn't turn them down. I looked down at the wooden table top and saw these miniature coffee shots that were swirling in circular motion. I asked them what was in the tiny cups, and they said it was Patron Coffee shots (Side Note: The formal title is Patron XO Café). My favorite tequila is Patron, so the XO Café was right up my alley. After the cheers, I threw my coffee shot back and contemplated on asking for another. I had already had two drinks before this, so I decided to be conservative. :{

FYI: Patron XO Cafe

FOOD TIP: The Patron XO Cafe would go great in your morning coffee. ;D                                                                              

Lost & Found

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

The story that I’m about to tell you is probably irrelevant, but I know your probably wondering what’s the weird bamboo thing in the picture. While I was in Jamaica the people were trying to sell me everything in the sun. They had so much to offer and we had so little time to buy. There was a man selling carved bamboo cups and I was tempted to buy one, but I wanted other souvenirs instead. He walked off and left one cup and never came back. When we were about to leave, I noticed the bamboo cup sitting without an owner. I asked around to see who it belonged to, but no one stepped up to the plate. (Side Note: I know you’re probably wondering whether I took the cup or not???) I made the executive decision to NOT leave the cup, so I brought it back to Atlanta. Before we exited the island, we stopped to have some drinks, and I ordered a Red Stripe Beer. My uncle was already sipping on one, so I joined the club. I enjoyed my Jamaican beer and I got a free cup out of the equation.

FYI: Red Stripe Beer

FOOD TIP: Red Stripe is a Jamaican style lager beer.

Yellow Bird

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

Each day of the cruise was complimented with a signature drink. On the second day of cruising, Carnival offered a cocktail called the Yellow Bird. It’s a tropical mixture with white rum, Galliano, orange juice, sweet and sour, and pineapple juice. I ordered one with an extra shot because I was demonstrating NO LIMITS. The Yellow Bird was one of my favorites because of the pineapple and the white rum. After drinking three, I was on my level.

FYI: Carnival Cruise

FOOD TIP: Galliano is a sweet herbal liqueur that was created in Italy in 1896.

Kiss My Red Lips

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.

When I asked the bartender what was the name of the drink with the strawberry and mango, he said, "Kiss My Red Lips." Well, excusssse me sir, but I would like to try one. Of course he looked at me like are you old enough to drink. However, this didn't bother me because I was on vacation and I was trying Whine Down on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I told everyone that there are NO limits in Jamaica, so leave all the rules and guidelines at home! I have NO morals.

FYI: Carnival Cruise

FOOD TIP: Fresh mangoes can be dressed with ground black pepper and vinegar. 

Believe It Or Not

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.

Out of all the beers I've posted, Bud Light Lime is my FAVORITE. Whenever I visit the bar, I always ask for a Bud Light Lime with an extra lime. The bartender always looks at me sideways, but I never pay it any attention. I know it's kind of weird for a female to buy a six pack, but I can hang with the fellas. Believe it or not, I'm usually the one that buys the brews for the kickbacks and friendly gatherings. I even have a private stash in the fridge. 

FYI: Bud Light Lime

FOOD TIP: Bud Light Lime launched a ready-to-drink margarita with a twist called Lime-A-Rita (8% alcohol content).

Mellow Out

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

If I had to choose between white and brown, I would choose brown. It’s not that I don’t like white as much as brown; it’s just that there are so many great choices of brown. Hennessy, Rémy Martin, Crown Royal, Jack Daniel’s Whiskey, E&J Brandy, and Courvoisier; the list goes on. This taste of Heaven is E&J XO Brandy. Not many of my friends enjoy E&J XO Brandy, but that doesn’t stop me or my friend Davis from drinking it. I know the weekend has started once I see her with the first glass. E&J Brandy has been on the scene since 1938. The popular brandy is made with fresh wine grapes, and then it’s aged in French oak barrels for smoothness. Once the seal is broken, the toasted brown spice and vanilla are guaranteed to mellow out your night.

FYI: E&J Brandy

FOOD TIP: Ernest and Julio Gallo are the founders of E&J Brandy.

Screwdriver

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

Smirnoff launched a new malt beverage called Smirnoff Signature Screwdriver. The newest creation is a “ready-to-drink” mixture with orange juice cocktail and Smirnoff vodka. It’s served in an 11.2 oz bottle with 5.8 alcohol content. Personally, I think it’s the perfect cooler for Halloween. It’s got a festive color, a smooth tropical taste, and it’s inexpensive. All you need is a few packs and some great music to start your spooky Halloween party.

FYI: Smirnoff

FOOD TIP: Compliment the Smirnoff Signature Screwdriver with Halloween inspired finger food.

A Shot of Cupcakes

Patron Cupcakes

Description: It's Patron Cupcakes with key lime cake batter doused with Patron and topped with key lime buttercream icing and fresh limes.

I’m SUPER excited about this week because it’s DESSERT WEEK on A Taste of Heaven. This whole week will be dedicated to your sweet tooth. I have a special guest that I would like to introduce. She is a young lady that has a passion for making cakes and her name is Porscha. I met her through a dear friend of mine, and I want everyone to show her love and support. Every dessert posted this week will be available for purchase through Sweet P’s Homemade Cakes & Things. I hope you don’t get any cavities from all this sweetness. ;D

FYI: Sweet P's Homemade Cakes & Things

        Email: SweetP2389@Gmail.com

        Instagram: @cupcakeyp

HEADLINE NEWS: I figured since it was Whine Down Wednesday that I’d offer Patron Cupcakes for Dessert Week. Everyone has been enjoying the sugary atmosphere on A Taste of Heaven, and I have to admit it’s been a fun adventure. The Oreo Cake is doing numbers and it’s listed on the popular post as well. I have some new and upcoming ideas for A Taste of Heaven. First, I want to kick off “Tasty Trick or Trick” next week. I will be searching for some Halloween inspired foods to put on the blog, so I can’t wait to see what’s out there. I’m thinking about doing a Pumpkin Competition to show off the best carved pumpkins. If you have any artistic abilities that you want to show off, then you can send me your pumpkin pictures (Side Note: Remember presentation and style). Lastly, I have been brainstorming on how I can incorporate recipes with homemade dishes. However, I don’t know how to provide this information. I do NOT measure when I cook, so it’s difficult to make recipes without measurements. If you have any ideas or feedback regarding this matter, then feel free to shoot me an email or leave a comment. Thanks and I’ll be back tomorrow with more juicy details. 

Mr. Exclusive

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

If I’m not drinking Hennessey V.S, then my second choice is Rémy Martin V.S.O.P. I’m usually quick to mix my brown with Coke, but the Rémy Martin V.S.O.P is exclusive by itself. After buying a bottle, I chill it in the freezer, and then I sip it slow with light ice. I use light ice to keep the fine champagne cognac at its best. Rémy Martin V.S.O.P is a favorite to many, but only the "Ole G’s" can handle it. ;D

FYI: Rémy Martin

FOOD TIP: Eaux-de-vie (waters-of-life) are what give a cognac its distinctive, signature aromatic intensity and flavor.

Can I Get A Refill?

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

A Caribbean dish is incomplete without an alcoholic beverage, so I complimented my island dish with a pineapple margarita. The cool milky mixture taste like I was drinking it straight from an actual pineapple. In my opinion, the best drinks are not overpowered by the taste of the alcohol. I hate taking a sip of a drink that makes my face squinch up from the alcoholic taste. The best drinks are blended nicely and they silently creep up on you. This pineapple margarita had it going on because after finishing one, I was asking my waitress, “Can I get a refill?”

FYI: Chef Rob's Caribbean Cafe

FOOD TIP: Pineapples affect the taste of vaginal fluids.

Corona

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven. 

Sorry for not snapping a picture earlier, but I had to take a few sips of the ice cold Mexican beer. This taste of heaven is a Corona Extra. It’s one of Mexico’s best selling beers, and it’s one of my favorites as well. The crisp flavor goes great with a lime and perfect with Mexican food. Whenever I visit a Mexican restaurant, I order a margarita or a Corona Extra with my dish. I find that the meal is incomplete without the taste of the Corona Extra. Whether it’s with Mexican or during a party, I usually have one in my hand. I recommend asking about the Mexican beer, that everyone loves, on your next bar outing. Cheers!

FYI: Corona Extra

FOOD TIP: Corona Extra has been brewing since 1925.

Coconut Lover

It’s been a long week, and you’re dying for a break. Well, I have the perfect solution. Every Wednesday I will offer a drink to the viewers for “Whine Down Wednesdays.” You don’t have to wait until the weekend arrives to enjoy a great drink. Take a break and have a sip of A Taste of Heaven.  

It’s one of the newest flavors made by 1800 Tequila, and it’s made with 100% blue agave. This taste of heaven is called 1800 Coconut Tequila. 1800 Coconut Tequila is one of the hottest tequilas on the market. The creamy smooth taste is outstanding! The best part about it is that it doesn’t burn when it goes down. I tried 1800 Silver Tequila a long time ago, but I think I’m hooked on the coconut edition now. It’s so weird, but I wasn’t a coconut fan until I started experimenting with different alcohols. Since I’ve grown to love coconuts, I’ve explored different ways to incorporate it in my cooking as well. Like Ciroc Coconut, 1800 Coconut Tequila goes great with orange juice and pineapple juice. Bottoms Up!

FYI: 1800 Tequila

FOOD TIP: 1800 Coconut Tequila is triple distilled.