Derby Day is May 5th! If you don’t love the standard Mint Julep, there are plenty of other drinks fit for Kentucky Derby royalty. Here are some of our favorites that you can easily make at home. Mandarin Mint Julep Ingredients: 1.5 ounces of bourbon 8 mint leaves 3 mandarin oranges, juiced mandarin orange,…[READ MORE]
Bills Package Store wants you to be up on the latest, but also adhere to the basics in cocktail making. Here is Bill’s list of most popular drinks: THE CLASSIC MARTINI Ingredients: 3 oz. gin or vodka 1/2 oz. dry vermouth Garnish with an olive MARGARITA Ingredients: 2 oz….[READ MORE]
Bills Package Store has some great party suggestions for those located in Clarksville, Hopkinsville & surrounding areas. What about a cocktail tasting party? Some people plan a party around a “Theme Drink” like a favorite frozen Daiquiri recipe. But why not mix it up a bit with some great cocktails? You could even make…[READ MORE]
What wine goes with turkey? Here are some suggestions from Bill’s Package Store. Grenache – Cherries and cinnamon often team up in Grenache, with a freshness that balances the heft of most turkey menus. Zinfandel – Deep, jammy fruit laced with warm spices and chocolate makes Zin a friendly red partner for all things Thanksgiving….[READ MORE]
How Do You Treat Your Guests? Are your holiday parties a “B.Y.O.B.” affair? Or do you go all out with fancy theme drinks? Bill’s Package Store has some delicious fall and holiday drink ideas for you: Bourbon Negroni – The classic Campari-based Negroni gets a sophisticated update with fig- and pear-infused bourbon and…[READ MORE]
Share these Crown Royal® recipes with your football friends. The unmistakable smoothness of Crown Royal® makes it the perfect whiskey for any cocktail. Check out these fan favorite cocktails: The Classic Old Fashion Ingredients: 1 oz. Crown Royal Deluxe Whisky .25oz. Simple syrup 1-3 dashes Bitters Instructions: Glass: Rocks Glass Combine all ingredients in a…[READ MORE]
You don’t need to know that Smirnoff invented the Moscow Mule or that two brothers used to ship ice from Boston to India for the sake of cool cocktails in order to make these all time favorites. You just need a bottle of Smirnoff and a willingness to mix things and directions to Bill’s Package…[READ MORE]
How to make yummy frozen Alcoholic popsicles to celebrate the summer! If the oppressive summer heat is starting to get to you, we have the perfect solution. Make one of these yummy popsicle cocktails and beat the heat with a delicious (alcoholic) treat! From wine and fruit, to a gin & tonic on a stick…[READ MORE]
There are many Rose varieties, and they’re all different! It’s tempting to drink a glass of Rose based on the color alone, but if that’s how you’re choosing your wine, you’re missing out! There are a huge amount of varieties to choose from. Rose varieties can vary from very sweet to very dry. They…[READ MORE]
The quintessential summer holiday is quickly approaching… Independence Day! What better way to cool down on a hot (probably humid) day in Tennessee than to kick back with a cocktail, designed to inspire your patriotism? At Bill’s Package Store, we’re ready to help you celebrate the Red, White, and Blue! So before you make your…[READ MORE]