Drinks don’t need to be complicated and cooking should be fun! Let’s create a happy hour at home full of simple and delicious cocktails and mocktails that are designed with the beginning mixologist in mind. Add in some quick snacks and easy appetizers for a tasty and relaxing homemade happy hour.

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Your Best Drinks at Home. Buy my recipe book, Homemade Happy Hour.
Katy McAvoy, author, mixologist, and food photographer.

Hi! Iโ€™m Katy (she/her) 

Iโ€™m an author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, Michigander, and lover of all things food and drink. I never turn down a good happy hour and believe that everyone deserves a delicious drink. Follow me on Instagram to check out what Iโ€™m working on next! More about me โ†’

Craft a Delicious Happy Hour

Browse tasty alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink recipes, along with simple syrup to use in them and appetizers to snack on while you sip.

Cocktail Recipes

A delicious Homemade Happy Hour is just minutes away. Check out one of these recipes! Get more cocktail recipes โ†’

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Mocktail Recipes

Everyone deserves a delicious drink! Try these easy and tasty non-alcoholic recipes. Get more mocktail recipes โ†’

Happy Hour Appetizer Recipes

Impress your guests with these easy small bites. Whether you need a hot appetizer or something delicious when served cold, these recipes have you covered. Get more appetizer recipes โ†’

Your Best Drinks at Home. Buy my recipe book, Homemade Happy Hour.

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