Blow Pop Martini Jelly Shot

Blow Pop Martini Jelly Shots, watermelon and sour apple flavors

I blame my current candy-inspired cocktail obsession on Three Olives Bubble Gum Flavored vodka, 100%. Although it is unusual for me to steer towards sweet cocktails, I find myself completely overcome with infatuation for this spirit. I concocted these Blow Pop Martini Jelly Shots for JSTK's TV debut on Twin Cities Live (here's the link to the segment if you would like to watch . . .),

Spiked Ribbon Salad

Spiked Ribbon Salad, traditional Midwestern fare gussied up for the Holidays with a touch of spirits . . . 

This year, my mom-in-law made an traditional Midwestern gelatin "ribbon" salad for her annual Christmas luncheon - her grandma's recipe.  I couldn't resist taking the recipe for a little spin, jelly shot style.  This spiked version is quite delicious.  I used a cherry flavored vodka, but the recipe would work well with your favorite flavored vodka or rum - citrus, pineapple or even vanilla might be nice.  

Santa's Hat Jelly Shots

Ho Ho Ho . . . Santa's Hat Jelly Shots

Holiday WHIRLWIND!  Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season.  I meant to get this post up before Christmas, as the recipe is fun, timely and topical.  Unfortunately, I was precluded from blogging activities due to a particularly awful phenom known as the "Ice Dam".  What is an Ice Dam?  It's a good question.  I did not know myself until a few days ago. There are several components of an Ice Dam, each seemingly harmless on its own - snow on the roof, relatively mild and sunny winter weather, occasional blasts of bitter cold, frozen gutters, and giant (but rather picturesque) icicles hanging off the house.

New Recipe and Exciting News!!

Cranberry Ginger Smash Jelly Shot

Hi All, I admit that I have been missing in action - but this is due to some very exciting developments!  In November I was super excited to begin blogging for Tablespoon.com, under the "Taste For Adventure" marquee.  (Check it out here!!)  My first post was the fun and festive Cranberry Ginger Smash Jelly Shot, shown above! (Click to view the recipe on Tablespoon.com!)   Going forward, I will post Facebook and Twitter updates for any new jelly shot recipes appearing on Tablespoon.com -  so definitely "like" or "follow" Jelly Shot Test Kitchen if you are interested in receiving.  (The Facebook and Twitter links are on the right hand column of this blog.)   More details to follow soon  . . .

Holiday Cheer: Gingerbread Martini Jelly Shots!

Its the holidays . . . got gingerbread?  Gingerbread Martini Jelly Shots to the rescue!

As the holiday season is now well underway, I thought that you might enjoy a seasonal jelly shot libation!  Gingerbread Martini Jelly Shot is a sweet, creamy and subtly spicy treat, topped with a tiny dollop of whipped topping and a maraschino cherry segment.