Savage Scorpions

You may have noticed by the increase in heat when you step outdoors that we are in the midst of the "Dog Days of Summer." This year the hottest and most humid portion of the season falls between July 22 and August 22. That means there are still quite a few hot days ahead of us, so today Savage Scorpions has a few cool and refreshing drink ideas to help you beat that heat.  Pineapple & Jalapeno Infused Vodka Cocktail from PhysicalKitchness.com With the cool freshness of pineapple, the slight heat of a jalapeno, and that special vodka kick, this summertime cocktail is both flavorful and refreshing. Simply by soaking some diced jalapenos in vodka overnight gives the liquor a lovely spice.  The best way to add some extra "savage" spiciness to this drink is to add our gourmet drink ingredient to the glass too!   As the website states, " Soooo simple, no junky ingredients, just an easy cocktail your entire summer crowd will love. " We're sol...

The season of summer officially arrives next week! (Friday, June 21) In honor of the beginning of this bright, sunny, and hot season, Savage Scorpions has scoured the internet for a few new delicious drink recipes you can try.  You can easily switch these cocktails from ordinary to savage simply by adding our creative cocktail garnish to the ingredient list of each one! Stock up your bar and get ready to quench your savage summertime thirst with these incredible drinks.  Watermelon Coconut Cooler from FoodNetwork.com 8 cups frozen, cubed watermelon 8 ounces lemon vodka 7 ounces simple syrup 17.5-ounce can of coconut juice 1) To make the simple syrup, dissolve 1 cup sugar in 1 cup water in a saucepan over low heat, then let cool before using. 2) Blend all ingredients and serve with watermelon wedges.  photo from www.FoodNetwork.com  Mango-Peach Sangria from FoodAndWine.com 1/4 cup mint 1 cup Grand Marnier 2 peaches, cut into thin w...