This week on Sips and Tips, we sample the Espresso Martini from patrontequila.com before discussing Mary's disgruntled (and disturbed) friend and Susy's cheapskate boyfriend. The Espresso Martini is definitely worth trying out. See recipe below! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok or email us at [email protected]! We want to hear from you! #mixology #relationshipadvice #couples #couplesadvice #patron #teremana #FYP #drinks #drinkrecipes .75 oz Patrón XO Cafe .75 oz Patrón Silver ( we used Teremana) .75 oz Espresso shot Fine sugar Powdered chocolate METHOD Rim a martini glass with sugar. Combine Patrón XO Cafe and Patrón Silver with espresso      in a mixing glass. Add ice; shake and strain. Garnish with powdered chocolate. www.patrontequila.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

This week we stick with the dill pickle theme and try a Dill Pickle Martini from allrecipes.com! Then we check in with Todd who seems to have a strange connection with his best friend, and Betty who can't stand her husband's new buddy! Makes for some interesting conversation before we dive into "Our Moments" cards to end the Episode. Find us on Insta, Facebook and TikTok, or email us at [email protected]! We need to hear from you! #cocktails #relationshipadvice #advice #problems #mixology #couples #yeg #podcast #sipsandtips Dill Pickle Martini 2 cups ice 1 ½ fluid ounces dill pickle juice 4 ½ fluid ounces vodka 2 dill pickle spears Pour ice into a cocktail shaker; pour dill pickle juice and vodka over the ice. Cover the shaker and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds; strain into martini glasses. Garnish each cocktail with a dill pickle spear. From <https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/230547/dill-pickle-martini/> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

This week we mix up the Bootleg Black and Gold Whiskey Cocktail from hostessatheart.com! Not sure how we feel about this one, but would suggest trying it out if you like whiskey. Then we discuss Gail and LW's boyfriend issues before diving into a couple of Our Moment cards! #advice #cocktails #relationships #relationshipadvice #whiskey #mixology 2 parts Whiskey 1 part Kahlua 1 part Orange liqueur Orange bitters Orange rind strips Instructions In a shaker, combine Whiskey, Kahlua and Grand Marnier together with a couple ice cubes. Shake until thoroughly chilled. Wipe the rim of a cocktail glass with a strip of orange rind. Pour mixed alcohol into a cocktail glass and add 2 shakes of orange bitters. Garnish with a strip of orange rind used to rim the glass. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

This week we mix up a Pickleback Cocktail from theurbenlife.com and it is fantastic. A quick and easy recipe and a very tasty drink. I highly recommend checking it out. After the drink, we hear from Chloe and Adrianna who are both having some boyfriend problems. A great listen. Remember, reach out on Facebook, Insta, The TikTok or by email at [email protected]! We need to hear from you! #relationshipproblems #advice #cocktails #Pickleback #couples #sipsandtips #whiskey #mixology 4 ounces whiskey or bourbon 3 ounces pickle juice 1 ½ ounces fresh lime juice 1 ounce simple syrup Pickle spear and fresh dill to garnish From <https://theurbenlife.com/2021/04/29/pickleback-cocktail/> Stir the whiskey, pickle brine, lime juice, and simple syrup together in a large mixing glass. Pour into 2 cocktail glasses filled with ice. Garnish and serve. Cheers! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

In Episode 15, we mix up the very tasty Fireman's Sour cocktail and then discuss Daniel's girlfriend before we crack open the "Our Moments" cards, for a few conversation starters! Check out kindredcocktails.com for the Fireman's Sour recipe and we highly recommend a deck of "Our Moments" cards for some great conversation starters for couples. #ourmoments #drinks #advice #relationships #mixology #yeglife #tiktok #relationshipadvice #talk #sips&tips Ingredients 1⁄2 t Sugar 2 oz Light rum 1⁄2 oz Lime juice 1⁄2 oz Grenadine Instructions Shake, strain into a small tumbler, garnish with fruit in season. Notes Can be topped with soda. From <https://kindredcocktails.com/cocktail/firemans-sour> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

This week we try a listener suggestion and mix up a Crown Royal Manhattan Nightcap before we discuss Natalie's concerns with her introverted boyfriend. Before we finish, we pick a couple cards from the "Our Moments" deck and discuss them with each other. PLease find us on Facebook, Instagram and even TikTok! We'd also love to hear your voice, so leave us a voice message at anchor.fm/sipsandtips #advice #mixology #relationshipgoals #yeg #podcast #relationshipadvice #cocktails CROWN ROYAL MANHATTAN NIGHTCAP 2 oz Crown Royal Deluxe 1 oz tiramisu liqueur or coffee liquor .25 oz sweet vermouth .5 oz amaro 2 dashes chocolate bitters Brandied cherries for garnish INSTRUCTIONS Combine ingredients in a mixing glass and add ice. Stir until      well-chilled (20-30 seconds) and strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with brandied      cherries. Optionally garnish      with a chocolate truffle or top with coffee-infused cream. Visit www.crownroyal.com for more drink recipes! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

In episode 13, we mix up a Brumate's Margtini. This Valentine's Day themed drink is definitely worth trying out. With fresh strawberries, tequila and lime juice, its a tasty treat. Then we discuss some common Valentine's Day problems and even try out some conversation starters from "Our Moments" couples edition. Check it out and remember to let us know what you think! #valentinesday #cocktails #advice #couple #relationship #mixology The Recipe Ingredients: 10 strawberries, sliced and hulled 2 ounces of fresh-squeezed lime juice 2 ounces of tequila 2 ounces of triple sec orange liqueur 4 ounces of champagne or Prosecco ¾ cup crushed ice Lime zest 2 tablespoons kosher salt 2 fresh mint leaves Use a large glass to muddle strawberries in a shallow bowl and mix in lime juice. Add the tequila and triple sec. For a frozen marg, proceed by putting your mixture in a blender and crush with ice. For an on the rocks marg, throw the mixture in your BrüMate Shaker Pint and shake thoroughly. On a regular dinner plate, mix the salt and zest a lime. Moisten the rim of your MargTini (or regular margarita glass) with a lime wedge, and rim it in the salt mixture. Then add ¾ cups of crushed ice. Strain the strawberry mixture over the ice and top it off with champagne. Garnish with mint and a strawberry half. Serves two people From --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

Listener LW writes in with a break up dilemma, so we mix up a Chocolate Raspberry Martini to sip on as we tackle this one! Find this recipe at yummly.com or mixthatdrink.com. Remember to let us know what you think by emailing us at [email protected], following us on all social platforms, or sending us a voice message at anchor.fm/sipsandtips. We would love to hear from you! Chocolate Raspberry Martini Ingredients from Mixthatdrink.com 1 ounce raspberry vodka 1 ounce dark creme de cacao 1 ounce cream 1/2 ounce Tia Maria --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

This week on Sips & Tips, we mix up a classic Gimlet and talk about it's history a little bit. Then we discuss Laura who has some Facebook concerns, and Marie who can't seem to get a word in edge wise. Have a listen, and let us know your thoughts. You can reach us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok, or send us an email at [email protected]. send us comments, questions, drink recommendations! 3 oz of Gin 1 oz of Rose's lime juice From <https://www.cocktailbuilder.com/recipe/gimlet> History of the Gimlet found @ moodymixologist.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message

In this installment we chose the Orange Kamikaze from cocktailbuilder.com and then chat about conversation topics for dates, and a woman who is unsure of where her relationship is heading. Join us for Episode 10 of Sips & Tips! Orange Kamikaze 1/2 oz of Triple Sec 1 1/2 oz of Vodka 1/2 oz of Orange Juice Shake ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sipsandtips/message