The Guys Behind the Blog // May

It's crazy that May is almost over and it's time for another Guys Behind the Blog!  If you're just seeing one of these posts for the first time, you're in for some fun!  Each month, Laura of According to Laura Jean and I host a link-up with five questions for you to ask your guy...whether that be a husband, finance, or boyfriend (or whatever guy is in your life!) 

This month is the PERFECT month to join in with us, whether you're just starting or have been a faithful Guys Behind the Blog participant because we're doing a summer edition, "Would You Rather?" style!  That means that your guy literally just has to pick his answer from the options we've given.  Of course, if he has some snarky comments about his choice, we'll welcome those as well. :)

1.  Would you rather have to wear your swimsuit to work OR have to carry around a large beach umbrella open all day at work?

Well, the swimsuit one, I guess I could wear a shirt, right?  So that's not even that weird....the beach umbrella would be tough because my office is tiny.  

2.  Would you rather play on an MLB team OR get to tour with your favorite band all summer?

Tour with my favorite band.  

3.  Would you rather go to the beach and forget your towel OR go to the beach and forget your sunscreen?

I'd rather forget my towel.  If I forget my towel I'm only wet for a little bit, but if I forget my sunscreen, I'm burned for a few days man.  

4.  Would you rather take a week-long vacation to anywhere in the world OR take a month-long vacation but have to stay within 100 miles of home?

Week-long. 

5.  Would you rather get to have as much ice cream as you want this summer, but only be able to get vanilla OR only get to have ice cream three times this summer, but you can have whatever flavors you want?

Vanilla.  That's a dumb question.  (for what it's worth, his favorite flavor is vanilla, so for him, this one was obvious.)

Link up below and join us this month!  We will be releasing questions for next month ASAP! 

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Blackberry Punch

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I first discovered Canada Dry® Blackberry Ginger Ale last spring and instantly fell in love. Ginger Ale easily tops the list of favorite bubbly drinks for me, and adding in that subtle blackberry flavor makes it even better.  

One of my favorite things to do when the weather gets warmer is to eat outdoors and have friends and family over to enjoy the weather and some grilled food! These types of gatherings tend to just pop up in my family...someone will decide in the afternoon to have everyone over for dinner, so it’s great to have a quick go-to beverage recipe up my sleeve to whip up at a moment’s notice.  

I love making these little casual gatherings a little bit fancier just by serving something special and unique, so this Blackberry Punch is perfect (and impressive) for whipping up at any time, but it’s also a great addition to any bridal shower, birthday party, or even an impromptu girls’ day! In fact, my mom and I also served this punch at my brother and sister-in-law’s rehearsal dinner last year and it was a huge hit!  

WHAT YOU NEED //

+ Canada Dry® Blackberry Ginger Ale (12-pack or 2 liter)

+ Fresh blackberries

+ Cranberry-Lime seltzer

+ Fresh or frozen cranberries

+ Raspberry sherbet

+ Rosemary sprigs

To make this easy punch, simply combine the Canada Dry® Blackberry Ginger Ale (one can will make one 16-oz glass, or you could combine the entire 2 liter bottle with other ingredients in a punch bowl), 1/3c seltzer, and a generous scoop (one per glass) of the raspberry sherbet.  Be careful...the sherbet will cause the soda to foam and may overflow the glass, so add it slowly!  Top with a few blackberries and cranberries and a sprig or two of rosemary, and Voila!  You have a beautiful, unique drink that’s sure to wow your guests!

Doesn’t it look delicious?

I easily found Canada Dry® Blackberry Ginger Ale at my local Giant Food Store! It’s available in both a 12-pack of cans and 2 liter bottles, both perfect for making this delicious Blackberry Punch!  Made with real ginger, Canada Dry® Blackberry Ginger Ale is only available for a limited time between March-May 2016, so grab it and bring feel-good refreshment to your next gathering before it’s gone!

HAVE YOU TRIED CANADA DRY® BLACKBERRY GINGER ALE?  WOULD YOU SERVE THIS PUNCH AT YOUR NEXT GATHERING?