Happy Hour Mixology: Spooky (Low-cal) Cocktails from Skinnygirl

Fright-tini

What you need: 

2 parts Skinnygirl Tangerine Vodka

1 part fresh blood orange juice

Prep:

 Combine blood orange juice and vodka in an ice shaker

Strain and pour into a frosted martini glass to enjoy!

Hocus Pocus Punch

What you need

(For a crowd ladies)

1 Bottle Skinnygirl Sangria

1 blood orange, sliced into wedges 

1 red apple, halved and thinly sliced

Black licorice for garnish

Prep:

Combine all ingredients into a large pitcher

Add ice

Chill for at least 30 minutes to set 

Garnish with licorice wand and enjoy!

Pina Ghoul-ada

What you need:

Skinnygirl Pina Colada

Blood Garnish: 3 tablespoons corn syrup, 1/4 teaspoons red food coloring

Prep:

Pour the corn syrup in a shallow bowl and add a few drops of red food coloring

Stir with a toothpick to combine

Hold glass by the stem, dip rim into the syrup mixture, and turn glass, coating the rim. 

Turn the glass upright, allowing mixture to drip down sides.

Poured chilled Skinnygirl Pina Colada into prepared glasses, serve & enjoy. 

Mellow Monday: Relaxin' With Skinnygirl Cabernet

Looking for something sassy and sophisticated? Then this Cabernet is for you.

Blended with an intoxicating melody of dark berries and rich chocolate, this Skinnygirl varietal is sure to impress any red wine lover. 

Perfect for a cool October evening, a great episode of your favorite sitcom, and the company of a loved one. This warm, mature blend most definitely stands behind her label. 

With a 100 calorie serving size, you don't have to worry about wrapping yourself in a huge sweater (unless of course, baby, it's cold outside!) 

For more information on Skinnygirl wines, please visit www.skinnygirlcocktails.com 

Wine Wednesday: Skinnygirl Chardonnay & Food Pairings

White peach, French oak vanilla, and a whisper of orange blossom. 

What do these three ingredients have in common? 

They comprise the enticing Skinnygirl Chardonnay.

I have to admit, I used to shy away from chardonnay. In college I opted for sweeter varieties such as Moscato. I thought chardonnay was far too bitter and too rich for my liking. However, as I got older, I revisited the flavor and it became my wine of choice. Because of this, I had high expectations for Skinnygirl. 

She did not disappoint. True to her label, this blend had a light finish lingering with a crisp acidity that balanced the rich fruit flavors. A touch of citrus delights the palate and would add a touch of (low-calorie!) elegance to any dinner party. 

But how do you know what to pair it with?

Believe it or not, chardonnay can be quite difficult to pair with food, but these dishes compliment the wine quite nicely. 

Try any of the following: 

Caesar Salad

Salmon with Lemon Sauce

Angel Hair Pasta w/cream sauce

Porkchops

And for dessert: Creme Brulee.

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Ladies Night In: Skinny Girl Pinot Grigio & BBQ Chicken Pizza

It's been awhile since I have had a girls night-in so I was very excited to sit back, relax, drink some wine, and of course, gossip. I was also very excited to try one of the latest wines from the Skinny Girl Wine Collection: Pinot Grigio. 

I am huge Pinot Grigio fan and to be honest, became an even bigger fan when I tried the varietal from Skinnygirl. 

While some variations of Pinot Grigio have a bitter taste, this bottle was the perfect combination of tropical fruit and sweet grapes. It had a crisp, refreshing flavor, and paired perfectly (in my opinion) with a piece of BBQ Chicken Pizza. (Of course, this elegant wine would also pair lovely with more decadent dishes and would be the perfect gift for the white-wine lover)

Recipe for BBQ Chicken Pizza

1

can (13.8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated artisan pizza crust with whole grain*

2

cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken breast

3/4

cup barbecue sauce

2

cups shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (8 oz)

1/2

cup thinly sliced red onion

1

tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired

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Thirsty Thursday: Skinny Girl Prosecco

There is a new girl in town and she is absolutely fabulous. 

Others, I imagine will become envious of her beauty, class, and sophistication. 

She is elegant, refreshing, and undeniably delicious. 

Ladies, I insist, you must try the latest from Skinnygirl Wines: Prosecco. 

This limited-time seasonal offering is perfect for your next girls night-in and contains only 100 calories, so you can enjoy a flute of this sweet bubbly without the guilt. 

Available until New Years, Skinny Girl Prosecco is certainly a varietal you need to stock up on. 

I cannot deny that I fell in love upon first sip! 

Perfect alone, but even better together:

Try 

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