Jessie on the Rocks

Week 39 - The Jalapeno Margarita I am still basking in the glory of last week's garnish success.  I'm not sure I can top it and I admit, I considered calling it quits and going out on a high note.  But alas, I made a commitment to 52 weeks and I'm having too much fun to quit now.  You are stuck with me until the end of the year!  I did decide to "spice" up the week 39 drink though - no really, I used jalapenos!  It's literally spicy:) my week 39 drink is the Jalapeno Margarita.  I have heard several people comment on how much they like jalapeno margaritas over the last year and it has always interested me.  I like the combo of sweet and not sweet, but admit that I'm not a fan of spice in my food, like not AT ALL.  I'm a big baby, so I was nervous about trying this recipe.  However, after a few of the apple cocktails with my friends last week, one of my pals suggested that we should try the jalapeno recipe.  I had just enough liquid courage and wa

Week 38 - The Apple Margarita It's finally Fall!  Do you know what that means?  Absolutely nothing because I live in Florida!! lol  However, this week, I have had the pleasure of visiting the great state of Wisconsin to see some of my college roommates and enjoy some Fall weather and foliage.  It was everything I wanted it to be and more.  Besides eating my body weight in cheese, I was able to enjoy cooler temperatures and beautiful fall foliage.  I was even able to wear a sweatshirt and not melt.  In honor of the season, my week 38 drink is The Apple Margarita. I have been saving this drink  for this trip as I thought it paired nicely with the season.  I grew up in Western New York, where apples are very much a staple during this season.  Since moving to Florida, I do not get to experience the fresh fall apples like I did growing up.  It's always a special treat to get to go to an apple farm and pick up fresh apples.  My friends live near one of these farms and we we

Week 37 - The Banana Margarita How is it October already?  I can't believe how fast this year is going and how far I am into my margarita journey.  I'm equal parts proud of what I have done so far and sad it's almost over.  To celebrate my success thus far and the drinks yet to come, I give you my week 37 drink, The Banana Margarita. This drink is one that both interests me and makes me a little nervous at the same time.  I really like banana generally, but I recognize this is a flavor that can be a bit overwhelming and can take over.  I went into this drink cautiously optimistic.  The drink included banana liquor and light cream in addition to tequila and simple syrup.  The drink turned out well.  It was a great consistency and the color I expected.  However, I found the cream consistency of the drink brought me back to my week 35 drink.   If you recall, this was The Blond Margarita.  I just have such a hard time with drinks that are a milk consistency.  This dri