Try These Flavored Alcohols Curated For The Perfect Summer Cocktail

Bella Breakdown Summer is approaching and we’re getting ready for spending more days at the beach and pool while spending more time with your friends. Cocktails are a must for summer and you can make a refreshing sip of summer with these flavored alcohols. The Infusionist Small Batch Gin and Vodka Aldi is offering an extension of the popular Infusionist line with signature sips designed for summer cocktails including Strawberry & Watermelon Crush Vodka, Raspberry & Watermelon Gin, and Strawberry Lemonade Gin. Pair any of these liqueurs with a splash of club soda and garnish with fresh fruit. Limon...

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Simple Spiced Apple Pie Punch For Cold Weather Festivities

Bella Breakdown Spiced Apple Pie Punch Tis the season for apple cider and an easy cocktail recipe for hosting family and friends. This simple recipe for Spiced Apple Pie Punch is perfect for keeping warm during the cold weather. Print Recipe Prep Time 20 minutes minsCook Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes minsTotal Time 2 hours hrs Course DrinksCuisine American Servings 8 DrinksCalories 1360 kcal EquipmentLarge SaucepanStrainer or Cheese ClothPitcher Ingredients  1 large Apple (recommended - Macintosh, Red Delicious, or Fuji)1/2 gallon Apple Cider (1 bottle)8 raw Cinnamon Sticks2 cups Orange Juice20 whole Cloves (optional, use cloves less for less intense flavor) Instructions Pour orange juice, cider, cinnamon sticks, and cloves into...

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Extravagant And Expensive Tasting Wine For Affordable Prices

Bella Breakdown Finding a fine wine can seem expensive but you just have to learn some wine sommelier tricks to find some true gems. Here is a list of extravagant wines that taste expensive but are affordable with a variety of prices. Every gal says yay for rosé with a light floral scent and sweet taste for a glass full of pink perfection. The Réserve Côtes du Rhône Rosé 2017 by Famille Perrin is only $14 for a bottle and features the family coat-of-arms celebrating their French heritage. This rosé wine has notes of grapefruit for a fresh and...

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Scientists Are Studying The Effects Of Wine After One Year Of Space Travel

Bella Breakdown Wine requires specific storage conditions to maintain the cultivated flavor but one of the best and most expensive wines in the world was sent to space to test the effects of wine stored in space. Bordeaux viticulture has been the focus of the region’s agriculture for centuries testing factors affecting the characteristic wines but now will discover the effects space travel poses for wine. The complex process of winemaking, coupled with how the liquid ages in the bottle, make wine a fascinating case study in space. Read more about the findings below: 👇https://t.co/xMeY96XaB7 — euronews (@euronews) March...

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Warm Up With These Homemade Hot Chocolate Bombs

Bella Breakdown Festive Hot Chocolate Bombs Buying hot chocolate from the store is easy but nothing beats the real thing. These homemade hot chocolate bombs are easy to make and enjoy on cold days. This sweet treat is loved by the kids and the whole family that you can customize for different flavors. Print Recipe Prep Time 15 minutes minsCook Time 1 hour hrTotal Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins Course Dessert, Drinks, SnackCuisine American Servings 16 servings Ingredients  Hot Chocolate Bomb1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream3 1/2 cups Chocolate Chips (optional: dark, semi-sweet, or white)14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk (1 can)Optional Topping AssortmentMini MarshmallowsSprinklesCrushed Candy...

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