Category: Recipes and How-to’s

DIY Valentine’s Day Cocktail Garnish Ideas
Whether you’re planning a romantic date night in with bae or inviting the girls over for a Galentine’s Day party, a festive Valentine’s cocktail is the perfect way to set the mood. With bold, vibrant expressions like Van Gogh Dutch Chocolate or Van Gogh Vanilla, you can keep things simple and create a delicious chocolate […]

How to Sleigh Your Holiday Cocktail Party
One of the best ways to get into the holiday spirit is to break out the holiday spirits and host a festive cocktail party. Filling your home with friends and family and celebrating the season over food and drinks can truly make it feel like the most wonderful time of the year. From crafting cocktails […]

Give your Guests their Just Desserts
No matter how delicious the turkey, there’s always one part of Thanksgiving dinner that never fails to steal the show: dessert. As the grand finale of your feast, treats that wow help to end the day on a sweet note. This year, think outside of the pie pan and delight your guests with decadent dessert […]

Back to the Bitters
One of the best parts about crafting your own cocktails is getting the chance to channel your creativity and create something new. Even better? Getting creative doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes the best way to mix things up is to go back to the basics. Or in this case, the bitters. Bitters have always […]

Host a Stellar Starry Night Soirée
There’s nothing quite like summer nights, especially those spent under the stars. They’re the inspiration behind Vincent Van Gogh’s most famous masterpiece and our bold, vibrant expressions. Now, you can celebrate those starry summer nights in a new way by hosting an evening soirée during the Perseid Meteor Shower, the most popular and dazzling show […]

Help Your Party Pop!
Let’s be honest; who doesn’t crave a refreshing frozen treat as the temps begin to rise? Popsicles are one of our favorite seasonal staples, and now they’re making a move into happy hour. Add a pop of excitement to your summer entertaining with these ultra-refreshing, super simple, boozy popsicles. Crafted with our vibrant Van Gogh […]

A Quick Guide to Mini-Tails
Entertaining? Make a big splash with these miniature cocktails. Whether you’re a rookie at entertaining or consider yourself a pro, there’s a new form of cocktail that’s about to change the game…The Mini-Tail. Easy to create, packed with bold flavor and built for photo-opps, these handheld drinks are perfect for any celebration. Craft for a […]

Build Your Own Holiday Bar
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of filling your home with friends and family during the holidays. We wait all year to gather with our loved ones and celebrate the season with food, laughter, and of course, a few drinks. When it’s your turn to host, however, the stress of planning can make you […]

#GoghCelebrate: Holiday Entertaining
The holidays are known as the, “most wonderful time of the year” for a reason. Between the sparkly dresses, spiked cocoa and stuffed calendars, there’s never a dull moment! This year, make the season’s festivities even brighter by adding touches of creativity that’ll take your party from “silent night” to “party all night”. DIY Personalized […]

Timeless Thanksgiving touches
The star of Thanksgiving may be the food, but the finishing touches are what bring it all together. From a sophisticated setting to drinks your guests will be thankful for, our simple steps will help transform your table from dull to dazzling. Personalized Place Setting Your place setting doesn’t need to be elaborate to be […]

Create a Van Gogh Brunch Bar
It’s that time of year social butterflies have been training for – hosting season. And while you’re loving the full calendar of brunches, bridal showers and celebrations, when it’s your turn to host, it can be more stressful than blissful. We understand the party pressure. That’s why we’re here to help simplify the process, allowing […]

Top Three Tailgating Tips
Your tailgate table is the perfect blank canvas to show off your spirit (and style). Get artsy with your apps and unique with your utensils, each new addition is a chance to make your tailgate stand above the rest. Don’t know where to begin? We’ve compiled our top three favorite DIYs that are incredibly simple, […]

Cocktail for Every Team Color
When it comes to tailgating season, our motto is “Gogh big or Gogh home”. Customized cocktails? Check. Matching garnishes? You bet. But while we love getting expressive with our details, we also value saving time and resources. That’s why we created these simple, yet bold, team-inspired cocktails; so you can give the impression of being […]

DIY: Tabletop Masterpiece
Let’s face it; tailgating is just as much about delicious displays as it is watching your home team play. This season, we’re throwing a flag on the basic brats and beer combo, and blowing the whistle on chips and dip. It’s time to root for a more inventive tailgating spread. Our first play towards a […]

Frosé Four Ways
Unless you’ve been boycotting social media, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of the most mouth-watering trend of 2017- the frosé (aka frozen rosé). There’s a reason why everyone wants to #froséallday; not only is it insanely refreshing, but it’s super simple and totally customizable. There’s no one-size-fits all when it comes to these frozen […]

#GoghCreate: Lovin’ the Blues Cocktail
When it comes to cocktails, the fresher the better. That’s why we’re always on the hunt for seasonal recipes to add back into our repertoire, like The Cocktail Guru, Jonathan Pogash’s, Lovin’ the Blues. We can’t get enough of this cocktail’s vibrant mix of fresh blueberries, zesty lime and sweet honey-syrup, paired with the naturally […]

#GoghCreate: The Cool Peach Cooler
When temperatures begin to rise, keep your cool with a simple summer favorite, the Cool Peach Cooler. Our Van Gogh Cool Peach undergoes an all-natural, double infusion process with ripe peaches and a hint of mint to give it an outstandingly fresh finish. One warning- with an added mix of refreshing ginger and sweet pomegranate […]

#GoghCreate: Açaí-Blueberry Lemonade
Simple can be extraordinary with the right ingredients. The Cocktail Guru, Jonathan Pogash, demonstrates how to make an effortless, yet stunning, spring cocktail by mixing Van Gogh Açaí -Blueberry with pink lemonade. The vodka’s exotic blend of açaí berry and blueberry, with just a hint of raspberry and almond, adds a tropical twist to traditional […]

Master Your Martini Order
We have a passion for creating palate-pleasing cocktails. Our motto? The bolder the better. But while we love getting creative and exploring innovative new cocktails, there’s also a great deal of character in the classics. In particular, there’s one we just keep coming back to: The Martini. The martini is an icon in the world […]

#GoghCreate: Hot Chocolate Your Way
One blank canvas, five ways to make it a masterpiece with bold flavor. Simply add a splash of your favorite dessert-inspired Van Gogh Vodka to hot chocolate for a cozy cocktail creation. Finish it off with our garnish suggestions, or get creative with your own.