It’s hard for me to believe, but The Spicy RD Blog is 1 year old today!
And, honestly, I wouldn’t have kept up The Spicy RD blog this past year without the support, encouragement, comments, and most especially shared laughs with all of you, my awesome readers, so THANK YOU from the bottom {and top 
} of my heart! You guys ROCK!
I realized my one year mark was coming up last week after reading Amy’s fun blogoversary post over at The Fearless Homemaker where she celebrated with a glass of champagne.
After that, I started looking back back on all my posts from the past year, and came to the realization that I have no libations posted on my blog.
Shame on me!
So, what better way to celebrate my 1 year blogoversary, than with a cocktail.
Not just any cocktail mind you, but one that’s got a hint of spice.
Naturally!
In this case, ginger.
Here’s my super easy recipe…
Spicy Apple Gingertini
- 3 1/2 ounces ginger apple juice {recipe below}
- 2 1/2 ounces chilled vodka {I used Tito’s Handmade Vodka}
- Ice
- Fresh apple slice for garnish
Combine ginger apple juice, vodka, and ice in cocktail shaker. Shake well and pour through strainer in to martini glass. Garnish with fresh apple slice and serve.
Ginger Apple Juice
- 2 cups apple juice/cider
- 3-4 ounces fresh ginger, sliced.
Combine apple juice/cider and ginger in a pan and heat on high until boiling. Turn down heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Cool in fridge.
And, if libations aren’t your thing, you can make a delicious “mocktail” by combining 1/2 part ginger apple juice with 1/2 part sparkling water. It tastes especially tasty and spicy with Ayala’s Sparkling Cinnamon Orange Peel Herbal Water!
Cheers, and a HUGE thank you again for all your support!
What’s your favorite cocktail or mocktail? Do you have any favorite Spicy RD Posts from the past year? Any suggestions for posts in year two? What categories would you like to see more of…Savory recipes? Sweet recipes? Kids in the Kitchen Recipes? Vegetarian or Vegan Recipes? Travel Posts? Giveaways? Food and Cookbook Reviews? Fitness? Balanced Living Tips? Anything else?
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“Variety is the very spice of life that gives it all it’s flavour.”
William Cowper, 1785. 
congrats on one year, EA! it’s been fantastic getting to know you through our blogs + I so appreciate your little shoutout. =) + that drink? looks absolutely positively fantastic! cheers, + here’s to many more years for your fabulous blog + lovely pictures.
Thanks Amy!!! Cheers to many more years for BOTH our fabulous blogs
Absolutely love this EA! How about using Ginger Beer with the apple cider? I’ve got a little fun up my sleeve for drinks too….coming soon.
“Spicy it Up”
Thanks Karriann! Great idea to try Ginger Beer. Can’t wait to see what yummy drink you come up with!
I’m thinking just the apple cider and a good diet ginger ale like Vernor’s. Happy Anniversary, EA! Love those glasses.
Thanks so much Shelby! My friend gave me those glasses a few years ago for Christmas-love ‘em! Have you ever tried Ayala’s Herbal Water before? I really like it {both still and sparkling} because it’s a fun alternative to plain water without any added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Yum!
YAY!! big congrats on your 1 year celebration… what an amazing blog you have! so appreciative of what you do and so glad we’ve become blog friends.
balloons and confetti for you!
Thanks Gretchen! I love balloons and confetti
. It’s been so fun getting to know you and your fabulous gluten-free creations through blogging!
Yay!! Congrats on a beautiful year EA:-) I don’t really have a favorite drink, I have always enjoyed a Tom Collins though (cranberry juice and I believe vodka.) I have enjoyed all your blogs posts, but especially love that you are gluten free. I consider you my mentor in the gluten free world, I am definitely still learning, but love baking gluten free:-) I am so excited we met on twitter! Cheers to another amazing year! Love and Hugs, Terra
Thanks so much Terra! Wow! I’m excited to be your gluten-free mentor
. Your support means a lot to me, and thank you so much for the beautiful award you gave me! I really hope we can meet in person one day 
YAY! Congrats! I’m SO glad I found you this year. Here’s wishing you many more wonderful blog years!!
Thank you Regan! You know I’m so glad I found your blog as well!
Congratulations Elaine! I have only recently discovered you but I now look forward to clicking on your post when it pings into my inbox. This recipe is no exception to the excellent, easy and nutritious recips that you consistently post.Wishing you many more happy and fulfilling years of blogging.
Thanks so much Kellie, and I’ve loved reading all the healthy recipes on your blog as well!
Happy blogoversary EA! And thanks for including us in your party.
Thanks and my pleasure! You know I am a huge fan of Ayala’s Herbal Water
Congrats EA!!! For only being a year old, your blog is wonderful – I feel fortunate to have found it (and have met you in person too!) Here’s raising a glass to you – can’t wait to try out this delicious drink – cheers!
Thanks so much Deanna! It was so fun meeting you as well, and I always look forward to your fabulous healthy creations
Cheers!
Yum! And congratulations
Thanks so much Alysa!!!
Congrats to one year!
OMG I better look into my own anniversary. Awesome looking cocktail. I would love to try this one day.
Thanks Melinda! Hope you enjoy the cocktail, and look forward to your blog aniversary!
What a wonderful year it has been! Have enjoyed all your entertaining posts, full of delicious recipes, ideas…humor and warmth included in each….thank you for all the work you put into each of them!
Thanks KB!!! xoxoxo
Apple and Ginger! Perfect! Love the presentation! xx
Thanks so much! #applelove
Congrats, I have loved your blog since I first read it. What a great year. I love titos too. I’m a martini girl, a wine girl and after skiing a scotch or Irish coffee girl.
Thanks Lauren! You know I love your blog as well
Definitely looking forward to ski season and a hot Irish Coffee. Cheers!
Happy one year anniversary to you!! How exciting! Your blog is fantastic. And, this drinks sounds heavenly. I will say, however, I prefer a salty martini, such as my favorite…an EXTRA dirty martini!! I have a not-so-secret weakness for them
Thanks so much Gina! Love your blog as well! EXTRA dirty martini-yum!
What a wonderful drink to celebrate this beautiful journey, EA! Congrats and here is wishing you many more years of successful blogging for you. Hugs.
Thank you Sanjeeta! I have loved reading your blog and getting to know you this past year
Hugs back at you!
happy blogversary! seriously, i loved getting to know u this year. i can’t believe i just happen to stumble along your blog one day and we developed this awesome friendship. you have been such a great source of encouragement in my health and your gf recipes inspire me to love this new lifestyle
Happy Birthday to your blog!!! Awesome drinks to celebrate!
Happy anniversary! that looks like the perfect fall cocktail to celebrate with, we’re gonna have to try some over here at HN headquarters!
Congrats!! What a great way to celebrate then to have a delicious cocktail.
I love reading your blog and and so glad that I came across it!
Congratulations! Now i have to run and make myself a cocktail to celebrate with you.
I am in love with your photography. It is so artful and appealing. You are talented!!1 I love the bruschetta recipe. Looks decadent!
I need to find those glasses. They are awesome! The “tini” looks really good. So festive. I have some Orient Apple Absolute in the cupboard – I think it would be perfect in these.