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Fun 4th of July Cocktail Ideas

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When you are looking for creative and fun drink ideas to serve to your party guests, Savage Scorpions adds exactly that, creativity and fun, no matter what the cocktail! You or someone you know is very likely planning a 4th of July get-together soon. Today we've searched the internet for you to gather a few drinks that will be perfect for the celebration. Perfect, of course, once you add a Savage Scorpion to the ingredients list!  The Firecracker Watermelon, Lime, & Cucumber Cocktail from Creative-Culinary.com .   4-oz cucumber vodka (If you don't have cucumber vodka, use plain vodka and simply add a couple of slices of cucumber before muddling.) 4 (1-inch) cubes of seedless watermelon 2 limes, diced 2-oz simple syrup (Boil 1/4-cup water and sugar just until sugar dissolves, add 1/4-cup ice to cool, refrigerate leftovers) 1. Combine vodka, watermelon, and lime in a cocktail shaker. Muddle all ingredients well. Add simple syrup, fill with ice, and shak...

5 Reasons Why Savage Scorpions Should Be In Your Bar

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No matter where you live, there are most likely numerous bar and restaurant options available. High-quality items and exceptional customer service are the best way to keep customers coming back again and again, but getting them to try your establishment in the first place can be tricky. One way to do that is to offer signature food and drink items that they cannot get anywhere else in town. That's where Savage Scorpions can give you an edge over the competition!  Signature Drinks The most popular way to utilize Savage Scorpions is to offer scorpion shots or add them to drinks from your bar. You can simply offer the chance to purchase them as an add-on to any cocktail, but your drinks will get more attention if you come up with your own recipe and a cool name that people will remember. Create drinks for your Signature Scorpion Cocktail Menu that offer a variety of ingredients to cover as many different customers' tastes as possible.   Savage Foods Savage Scorpi...

5 Refreshing Bourbon Cocktails to Try This Summer

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With the summer heat starting to take off, we are always in the mood for a refreshing cocktail.  We love a good bourbon, but some of the traditional bourbon cocktails are not quite what we're in the mood for on a hot summer day.  We've found a few twists on the classics, and some fun new recipes to cool you down.  But if you still want to spice up your summer fun, don't forget to add a Savage Scorpion .  Whether you use them as a creative  cocktail garnish or save them for your tequila shots, they are sure to bring the fun. Mint Julep Sweet Tea From SouthernLiving.com Two classic southern favorites come together to make an easy and refreshing cocktail we'll be drinking all summer long.  If the summer heat is still making you feel a little wild, add a Savage Scorpion garnish. Muddle Mint leaves, 1 sliced lemon,  and 2 tbsp sugar in a pitcher Add 3 cups of sweet tea and 1 cup of bourbon. Pour over ice. Garnish with a lemon. Su...

Celebrate Iced Tea Month with Savage Long Island Iced Teas!

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June holds the title of Iced Tea Month. That sounds delicious and refreshing to us at Savage Scorpions , but not because of the fresh-brewed version of the drink, but rather a tastier version that shares a similar name but has a much better kick. We're talking about Long Island Iced Teas! Not only is the entire month dedicated to iced tea, but June 10 is officially National Iced Tea Day. That's an excellent reason to throw a party this weekend and add a Savage Scorpion or two to everyone's cocktails! You may be familiar with the classic version of this drink, but there are a lot of tasty recipes out there that each has their own slightly different take. If you're looking for creative cocktail ideas for summer parties , then these recipes may be exactly what you need. Classic Long Island Iced Tea In reality, a Long Island Iced Tea doesn't actually contain any iced tea at all. It does, however, look like a tall glass of iced tea and taste every bit as refreshi...

Spirits 101

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It may be surprising, but we are only 20 days away from summer. Trust us, we can’t believe it either! As the days start to become longer, we can’t help but think about the warm weather, tropical vacations and of course, summer cocktails. Savage Scorpions pair well with any type of drink. From specialty cocktails, shots, or beer, the options are endless. If you’re wanting to increase your bar revenue or spice up a specialty cocktail, give Savage Scorpions a try! We know you won’t be disappointed. As we get closer to summer, we thought it would be fun to highlight some of the top spirits that pair well with Savage Scorpions. When it comes to incorporating a Savage Scorpion, your creativity is the limit! Vodka When it comes to vodka, it’s the chameleon of all spirits. There are technically no universal rules for producing vodka, but the final product is supposed to be odorless, tasteless, and colorless. Vodka is traditionally made from potatoes, corn or grains, but it is now mad...

Memorial Day Weekend Cocktail Inspiration

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We are just days away from Memorial Day Weekend! We're not sure about you, but we are looking forward to the long holiday weekend ahead. If you are planning on celebrating this weekend and need some delicious recipes,  Savage Scorpions  has a few for you! We have put together a few of our favorite Memorial Day Weekend inspired drink recipes from  Delish.com  for your enjoyment. Don’t forget to include Savage Scorpions.  Whether you use them in one of these delicious drink recipes or you use them in simple tequila shots, they are sure to bring the fun. Spiked Pink Lemonade Who doesn’t love giving their favorite childhood drink a grown-up twist? Ingredients: 750 mL bottle of dry sparkling rosé 1 cup of vodka 1 can of frozen lemonade ½ cup club soda 2 cups sliced strawberries 3 lemons thinly sliced Directions: In a large pitcher, combine rosé, vodka, lemonade, club soda, strawberries, and lemons. Stir and refrigerate until chilled, then...

Insect Cocktails Are Taking Over

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Whether you like a shaken or stirred martini, a spicy Bloody Mary, or top-shelf liquor on the rocks, there’s one thing we can almost all agree on – you can spice up any drink or shot with a  Savage Scorpion . You heard right… a scorpion! Adding a scorpion to the mix is a great way to add a fun new element to a regular drink or shot. If the thought of incorporating a scorpion scares you, no need to worry. The stingers have been removed during the process. Check out these ways to use Savage Scorpions and create a signature drink at your bar or restaurant. The Importance of a Signature Cocktail Having a signature cocktail in your restaurant will not only draw in new customers while retaining regulars, but it will help boost bar revenue. Bars will only be successful if their alcohol sales are great. Alcohol sales aren’t everything, but they are something you should really focus on as a bar owner. Having a signature and unique cocktail will bring new people in and it is gre...