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Pumpkin Pie Martini

September 17, 2015 By Shannah Coe Leave a Comment

Take a sip of fall with this amazing Pumpkin Pie Martini. An easy to make cocktail that will become a staple on your fall table this year!

Hi there! I’m Christin, the gal behind the blog Blue Crab Martini where I dish up (mostly) healthy food, shake up creative cocktails, and give a glimpse into what life on the Chesapeake Bay is all about.

I hope you stop by and visit me sometime! Today I’m so excited to be sharing this Pumpkin Pie Martini with you here on My Suburban Kitchen!

Pumpkin Pie Martini | Blue Crab Martini

A pumpkin pie martini is the best way to enjoy the delicious flavors of fall.

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Plum Thyme Smash

August 12, 2015 By Shannah Coe 6 Comments

Plum Thyme Smash- Let summer linger with this refreshing Plum Thyme Smash featuring bourbon, fresh plums, and a homemade thyme simple syrup. | Blue Crab Martini

 

I’m so glad that it’s time for me to share another cocktail recipe here on Just Us Four because this Plum Thyme Smash is so good it has to be shared! This drink was inspired by two of my favorite summertime events- a trip to our local orchard and my wedding anniversary.

I’ll get to how those two things resulted in the most delicious drink ever (hint, hint, it involves bourbon), but first let me introduce myself! I’m Christin, and by now you may know me as the monthly cocktail contributor here on Shannah’s blog. I’m also the cupcake baker, cocktail shaker, and picture taker behind the blog Blue Crab Martini. I’d love it if you stopped by to visit me sometime! You can follow my kitchen adventures on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter.

 

Plum Thyme Smash- Let summer linger with this refreshing Plum Thyme Smash featuring bourbon, fresh plums, and a homemade thyme simple syrup. | Blue Crab Martini

 

Last week we ventured out to the local U-pick orchard in search of summer’s finest peaches, but instead we came home with a big basket of plums! We were making our way through the endless rows of peach trees when we spotted them- trees so loaded with ripe, purple plums that their branches touched the ground. Of course we snagged some peaches, but plenty of these juicy treats made their way into our basket too!

 Plum Thyme Smash- Let summer linger with this refreshing Plum Thyme Smash featuring bourbon, fresh plums, and a homemade thyme simple syrup. | Blue Crab Martini

Would you look at those ripe and juicy plums?! Yum!

It just so happens that the very next day was also my 9th wedding anniversary (I’m still trying to figure out how nine whole years have flown by, whew). It was the middle of the week and going out to eat wasn’t an option, so I decided to bring the restaurant to us instead! I went all fancy-pants to impress my hubby and made a three course meal complete with a corn chowder starter, a main dish with sweet potato grits and ancho chili grilled shrimp, and finished it off with homemade peach sorbet.

Just like any fine restaurant, our meal needed a special cocktail to marry all of the flavors together. Bourbon is one of my hubby’s favorites and since we had an abundance of fresh plums, I decided to combine the two and see what I could shake up.

 Plum Thyme Smash- Let summer linger with this refreshing Plum Thyme Smash featuring bourbon, fresh plums, and a homemade thyme simple syrup. | Blue Crab Martini

 

This Plum Thyme Smash is a refreshing way to let summer linger on just a bit. You can use any variety of plums (I’ve tried it with two different varieties and both were equally tasty). Aside from the fresh plums and bourbon, there is another element that makes this drink so tasty- a homemade thyme infused simple syrup. The tangy plums mixed with herbal, fresh, earthy thyme makes for a truly unique flavor combination

Sipping on this Plum Thyme Smash made our anniversary extra sweet, and I hope you’ll share it with your special someone too! Cheers!

 

Plum Thyme Smash- Let summer linger with this refreshing Plum Thyme Smash featuring bourbon, fresh plums, and a homemade thyme simple syrup. | Blue Crab Martini

 

 

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Plum Thyme Smash
Author: Christin @ Blue Crab Martini
Recipe type: Cocktail
Serves: 2 drinks
 
Let summer linger with this refreshing Plum Thyme Smash featuring bourbon, fresh plums, and a homemade thyme simple syrup.
Ingredients
  • 5-6 sprigs of fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 plums, any variety but the riper the better
  • 4 oz bourbon
Instructions
  1. To make the thyme simple syrup, begin by combining the water and sugar in a small pot over medium heat. Stir until the sugar has fully dissolved, then remove from heat and add in the thyme sprigs. Let the syrup cool. Can be stored in an air tight container in the fridge for several days.
  2. To make the Plum Thyme Smash, add the plums and 2-3 TBS of the thyme simple syrup to a cocktail shaker. Muddle until the plums are broken down and all of the juice has been extracted.
  3. Add the bourbon and fill the shaker with ice. Shake until well chilled.
  4. Then pour the drink mixture into two ice filled glasses.
  5. Garnish with a slice of plum and a sprig of thyme. Cheers!
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Frozen S’moretini

July 16, 2015 By Shannah Coe 1 Comment

Who said s'mores are just for kids?! With marshmallow-infused vodka, rich chocolate, and sweet graham crackers, this Frozen S'moretini is the perfect drink for summer! | Blue Crab Martini

 

Who said s’mores are just for kids?!

The classic childhood treat is all grown up in this tasty Frozen S’moretini. Rich chocolate, graham crackers, and marshmallow infused vodka all blended with ice- it’s the perfect summertime drink!

Hi everyone, I’m Christin and today I’m excited to share one of my all-time favorite drinks with you here on Just Us Four. I’m the cupcake baker, cocktail shaker, and picture taker behind the blog Blue Crab Martini. I’d love it if you stopped by to visit me sometime! You can also follow my kitchen adventures on Instagram and Facebook.

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Watermelon Crush – A Vodka Sprite Cocktail

June 25, 2015 By Shannah Coe 17 Comments

Want to upgrade your standard vodka sprite cocktail? Try a Watermelon crush instead. It is a delicious combination of vodka and sprite with the perfect addition of sweet watermelon flavor.

This Watermelon Crush is like summer in a glass! Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with sweet watermelon flavor, you’re going to be sippin’ on this fun twist to a vodka and sprite cocktail all season long.

This Watermelon Crush is like summer in a glass! Crisp, refreshing, and bursting with sweet watermelon flavor, you’re going to be sippin’ on this vodka sprite cocktail all season long.

Hey everyone, I’m Christin and today I’m excited to share this tasty little cocktail with you on Just Us Four. I’m the baker, cocktail shaker, and picture taker behind the blog Blue Crab Martini. I’d love it if you stopped by to visit sometime!

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Blueberry Mojito

May 28, 2015 By Shannah Coe 1 Comment

Blueberry Mojito | Blue Crab Martini

Summer is just about here, and you know what that means? It’s mojito season!

Traditionally, mojitos are a rum based drink made with fresh lime and mint leaves. But summer fun calls for breaking tradition from time to time and that’s just what this month’s cocktail is all about!

Hi everyone, it’s Christin from Blue Crab Martini and I’m back with another delicious drink recipe that’s sure to whet your whistle on the hot summer days ahead. Rum, fresh berries, more rum, crisp mint, and did I mention rum?? The Blueberry Mojito is a fresh and flavorful drink that’s sure to cool you down when the mercury’s on the rise….

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Strawberry Key Lime Margarita

April 30, 2015 By Shannah Coe 12 Comments

Get ready for Cinco de Mayo with the perfect cocktail: a Strawberry Key Lime Margarita! This is the ultimate combination of flavors for your margarita!

Cinco de Mayo is not only a celebration of Mexican culture, it’s also one of the best foodie holidays of the year. Why? Because let’s be honest, it’s all about the tequila… that’s why!

Strawberry Key Lime Margarita | Blue Crab Martini

Hi everyone (or should I say ‘hola’?), it’s Christin from Blue Crab Martini back again with another delicious cocktail for you! I’m excited to be celebrating Cinco de Mayo here on Just Us Four, and today I’m sharing my recipe for a Strawberry Key Lime Margarita.

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Strawberry Rhubarb Cosmopolitan

March 26, 2015 By Shannah Coe 1 Comment

Cheers to spring with this delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Cosmopolitan! #cosmo #rhubarb #spring #cocktail | Blue Crab Martini

Spring is a time for gorgeous flowers, warm air, and of course- an abundance of fresh produce! Now that the seasons have officially changed, it’s time to lighten things up and embrace the beautiful, bright, flavors of spring. One of my favorite flavor combinations for this time of year is strawberry and rhubarb. Perfectly sweet with a hint of tang, this is the best way to ring in spring.

Hi everyone! Christin from Blue Crab Martini here, and today I’ve got a delicious springtime cocktail to share with you, my Strawberry Rhubarb Cosmopolitan! This drink is bursting with the fresh flavors of the season and would be a great addition to your Easter or Mother’s Day celebrations.

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Lemon Meringue Martini

March 2, 2015 By Shannah Coe 13 Comments

This Lemon Meringue Martini recipe is sinfully sweet with a pop of lemony tartness! Everyone will adore this amazing limoncello cocktail!

Christin from Blue Crab Martini here, and today I’m excited to share another delicious cocktail recipe with you- my Lemon Meringue Martini. This is truly dessert in a glass!

Lemon Meringue Martini- sinfully sweet with a pop of lemony tartness! #limoncello #lemon #martini | Blue Crab Martini

Happy (almost) spring everyone! Last year my husband and I went to a wine festival in the beautiful little town of St. Michaels on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. We sipped on all kinds of wine- red, white, and everything in between- but there was one vendor offering samples of limoncello.

I’m a sucker for anything lemon flavored, so of course I just had to give it a try. It was incredibly sweet but had a nice little kick of tangy lemon- just the way I like it!

Lemon Meringue Martini #limoncello #lemon #martini | Blue Crab Martini

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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini

January 29, 2015 By Shannah Coe 9 Comments

Hi there! I’m Christin, the gal behind the blog Blue Crab Martini where I dish up (mostly) healthy food, shake up creative cocktails, and give a glimpse into what life on the Chesapeake Bay is all about. I hope you stop by and visit me sometime! Today I’m so excited to be sharing this Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini with you as my first contributor post here on Shannah’s beautiful blog!

Are you going out for Valentine’s Day this year?

If you’re like me, the answer is a definitive NO! Why? Because after spending the day chasing my two kids, attending sports practices, mopping the floors, cooking dinner, and trying to hold on to that last little ounce of sanity, there is absolutely no part of me that feels like getting dolled up and going out. No sparkly dress and 4” heels for me this year! Instead we’re planning a nice quiet evening at home.

 

Shake up one of these Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martinis for Valentine's Day! #ValentinesDay #martini #cocktail | BlueCrabMartini.com

 
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Hi, I'm Shannah! Welcome to My Suburban Kitchen, where you'll find tons of recipe ideas including family friendly dinners, sinfully delicious desserts and even Paleo and Whole30 recipes. I love spending time in our kitchen and also share little glimpses of my life as a wife to one awesome Mathlete and working mom to 2 cute kids! I hope you'll grab a seat at our table and enjoy your time in the kitchen with us.

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