by Cascade Ice on June 5, 2014
In light of the epic NBA Finals rematch between the San Antonio Spurs and the Miami Heat, we’re mixing up some fresh, team-inspired drink recipes every basketball fan can enjoy!
First up we have the Miami Heat Mixer. For this delicious deep red drink, start by pouring Cascade Ice Huckleberry Blackberry over ice. Mix in some fresh blackberries and muddle to release the flavor. If you prefer an adult beverage, add 1oz of rum, garnish with a lemon slice and sip away!
Next, we have the Spurs Sipper. Begin by placing a handful of fresh blackberries in a glass with ice. Add 1oz of vodka, fill the rest of the glass with Cascade Ice Organic Mixed Berry and enjoy!
Whichever team you’re rooting for, these cocktails are sure to be a slam dunk! To make sure you’ve got enough Cascade Ice to get you through the series, visit our where to buy map and stock up at a retailer near you!
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by Cascade Ice on February 20, 2014
As the XXII Olympic Winter Games come to a close, make sure you have one last hurrah for Team USA and their accomplishments! Get some friends together, kick back, and salute all the athletes with some tasty, festive drink recipes inspired by Cascade Ice.
The Gold Medal
- 1 oz Peach Mango Cascade Ice
- ¾ oz Cointreau
- 2 oz rum
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- Top off the drink with ¾ oz of Cointreau
Combine the Cointreau, rum, Peach Mango Cascade Ice, and lemon juice together in a cocktail shaker. Stir and then strain into a glass. Salute to the gold medal winners!
Olympic Flame
- 1 oz Pomegranate Berry Cascade Ice
- 3 oz cherry-flavored vodka
- ½ oz triple sec
- Splash of fresh lime juice
- Pineapple garnish
Combine the vodka, triple sec, and Pomegranate Berry Cascade Ice in a cocktail shaker. Strain into a tall glass, garnish with a pineapple wedge and enjoy!
Russian Treasure 
- 1/2 oz Black Raspberry Cascade Ice
- 2 oz half & half
- 1/2 oz chocolate syrup
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry
Simply pour all ingredients over ice in an Old Fashioned glass and garnish with maraschino cherry. For something extra delicious, trade out the half & half for extra rich and luscious chocolate milk. Yum!
Have fun and enjoy!
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by Cascade Ice on January 30, 2014
Super Bowl XLVIII is right around the corner, and that means football and fun! We’re proud of our hometown team the Seattle Seahawks, but regardless of who you cheer for, it’s sure to be a great game! Football, combined with award-winning commercials, a pumped up half-time show and party food favorites make the Super Bowl the perfect time for a get together. Whether you’re hosting or attending a Super Bowl party, here are some festive Cascade Ice drinks to make it a show stopper.
The Seattle-rita
- 2 oz. vodka
- 4 oz. of Cascade Ice Margarita Mixer
- 0.5 oz. of Blue Curacao liquor
Pour vodka into shaker, add Cascade Ice Margarita mixer and Blue Curacao and shake. Pour into margarita glass, garnish rim with salt. Enjoy!
The Denver Sparkler
- 6 oz. coconut rum
- 2 oz. Cascade Ice Coconut
- 4 oz. Midori melon liqueur
- 1 splash sweet and sour mix
- 1 splash Sprite soda
Fill a glass with ice. Mix the coconut rum, Cascade Ice Coconut, melon liqueur, sweet and sour mix and Sprite together and stir. Enjoy!
Show off these delicious drinks at your Super Bowl party and tell us what you think! Enjoy!
by Cascade Ice on January 16, 2014
As 2014 commences, so do your New Year’s resolutions! How are they coming along? If you decided to cut back on those sugary, caffeinated drinks, then we congratulate you and wish you the best of luck! To give you some inspiration, here are a few yummy recipes that won’t hinder your New Year’s resolutions.
Spiced Apple Smoothie
- 1 cup ice
- 1 apple (peeled and chopped)
- ½ cup Cascade Ice McIntosh Apple
- 1 cup Greek Vanilla Yogurt
- ¼ tsp Cinnamon
- Pinch of Nutmeg (optional)
End the day with a delicious Spiced Apple Smoothie! Peel 1 apple and chop into small cubes and place into a blender. Add 1 cup ice, ½ cup Cascade Ice McIntosh Apple, 1 cup Greek Vanilla Yogurt, ½ tsp. cinnamon and, if you feel like it, a pinch of nutmeg. Blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail 
- 2 oz. Triple Sec
- 2 oz. Limoncello
- 1 handful raspberries
- Juice of two lemons
- ½ cup Cascade Ice Black Raspberry
- Pinch of raw sugar
This is a great drink to have with a group of friends – it’s a party pleaser! Combine the fresh raspberries and raw sugar in the bottom of a glass. Muddle together until it has the appearance of jam. Add the Triple Sec, Limoncello and lemon juice. Add ice to the glass. Top it off with the Cascade Ice Black Raspberry. Stir well and enjoy!
Pomegranate Berry Martini 
- 2 oz. citrus vodka
- ½ oz. fresh lemon juice
- ¼ oz. Cascade Ice Pomegranate Berry
- 1 oz. simple syrup
If your day needs a little something special, try this Pomegranate Berry Martini! Shake all the ingredients well in a martini shaker full of ice, and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with an orange peel and serve!
These recipes will not only taste delicious, but they will aid in your quest to drink less sugary drinks!
