At the top of every episode, the hosts of the Heels Down Happy Hour podcast sip on a new fancy drink.
Here’s a round up of our favorite cocktail recipes shared on Heels Down Happy Hour episodes recorded in 2023. The bourbon marg is a Jess Payne special, alright! We’ve got a drink for just about everybody.
Cheers!
The Muddy Buffalo was the highlight of the last episode of the year, No. 119. This one came from Jess, but Justine said she’d also tried it in a Delta Sky Lounge once. Any who, it’s perfect for a cozy winter evening. Yum!
The Thoroughbred was a classic cocktail Justine tried at the Kentucky Horse Park in October while competing at the 2023 Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover. The recipe made an appearance on Ep. 117. A cocktail vendor at the park – Tootie’s Tavern – came up with the signature drink specifically for the show. It’s delicious and easy to make at home.
The Tinto De Verano was all the rage in 2023, according to the New York Times. The hosts tried it on Ep. 114. Sangria is out, y’all! This simple and savory take is a red wine lover’s dream. Enjoy.
The Bourbon Margarita was a recommendation from a listener on Ep. 113. If you’re a fan of the show, you know bourbon is the way to the Paynes’ heart. It’s a fun and different take on the classic tangy drink. And it still pairs well with a salted glass rim.
Looking for something a little bubbly? Then you’ve got to try this excellent recipe for a Germain Spritzer we found and tried on Ep. 108. With just sparkling wine and some liqueur thrown in, it’s easy to make, easy to customize and still delicious.
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