WOW! 2011 was a rough year!! It kicked me around good, especially the last few months. I know lots of others who feel a little bruised after last year, too. The good news? We're all still standing and 2011 is a thing of the past. Congratulations, us!

I've been a little distracted lately and had a hard time focusing on the good things in my life, such as being Cocktails Editor at BellaOnline. I really love this project and am happy to be back in the game. I apologize for my absence and erratically scheduled posts and newsletters lately but that, like 2011, is history. Let's move onward to fun and prosperity in 2012.

Let's get started with some gin, OK?

Damn The Weather, It’s a Whiteout: Gin Recipes
Winter is definitely upon us and weather is a hot topic. Cool off with these two refreshing cocktails both based on gin - Damn The Weather and Whiteout.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art174615.asp

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Sandy Hemphill, Cocktails Editor
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