I wanted to share a new addition to our Mother’s Day Gift Guide with you. A new book that is perfect for the women on your Gift Giving List. Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping, by Jennifer Newens. I received a copy of the book in exchange for this review. Inside this post is my affiliate links. If you click on the links and make a purchase I will make a small percentage from the products you purchase.
I wanted to let you know Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping will allow adults to relax Midweek with Elegant Low-Alcohol Cocktails. I know as a parent there has been plenty of times I would have liked to have had a Cocktail or two but didn’t know how or what I would need to make the Cocktails with.
Thanks to Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping I will be able to not only have a Cocktail with David but my Girlfriends as well. I can’t wait to see there faces when I turn into a Mixologist.
If your looing for the perfect Mother’s Day Gift then you should pick up a Copy od the book with some of the Liquors motioned in the book with some cute glasses and charms with a blanket to wind down with. Would you like to go shopping with me to purchase the ingredients for St, Charles Punch in memory of both Charlie and my Uncle?
When looking through Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping don’t get lost in all the pretty illustrations and forget to read the book and no, it isn’t just recipes the Author has included all kinds of tips for us.
I love how the Author has taken the time to tell us a tiny bit about Wine and also Cocktails. Barware and Glassware so we can set up the perfect Bar in our home. I like how the book is broken down by Seasons so we always have the perfect beverage for anytime of the year.
In the back of the book is resources to help us stock our home Bar. As the Author tells us find a local Wine Store to shop at and support small based businesses. If you would excuse me I’m off to make Instant Sangria because I love Sangria. Would you like a glass or two? Like in Vegas what happens in the Cates home stays in the Cates home.
About he book:
Featuring 52 seasonal recipes, one for every week of the year, and more than 50 gorgeous full-color photographs, Wednesday Night Wine-Down offers stylish, low-ABV Cocktails featuring Wine, Port, Sherry, and Vermouth to help you relax after a long day.
Wednesday Night Wine-Down offers inspired, easy-to-put-together, low-Alcohol Cocktails to help you relax midweek without overdoing it. The 52 creative infusions are crafted with seasonal ingredients and use widely available still, sparkling, and fortified Wines, bring you a delicious array of Seasonal sips.
Here you’ll find the classics everyone knows and loves—an Aperol Spritz, the French-inspired Kir, or a New Orleans–Style French 75—as well as favorites from Spain, Italy, and Portugal and even original creations. The recipes also include fresh takes on favorite spirit-based cocktails, such as a Red Wine Margarita, a Spanish Negroni made with sherry instead of Gin, or a White Wine Mojito. Wednesday Night Wine-Down is your go-to for a midweek libation, every week of the year.
Oakland, CA — This Spring, take a midweek pause to savor something truly special. Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping, the new Cocktail guide by Jennifer Newens, Author of Monday Night Mocktails. This delicious new book offers a fresh and stylish approach to unwinding after a busy day.
With 52 seasonal recipes—one for every week of the year—and more than 50 vibrant full-color photographs, Wednesday Night Wine-Down makes every Wednesday evening a celebration. Doesn’t that sounds like a great reason to celebrate Wednesday?
Low-Alcohol Cocktails have become a major trend, and for good reason. Bars and home Mixologists alike are embracing them for their ability to deliver flavor and enjoyment without overindulgence. Research shows Americans are drinking less Alcohol, with 34% of people aiming to cut back over the past two years, and the trend is expected to grow.
In response to the rising popularity of low-ABV (Alcohol by volume) drinks, Wednesday Night Wine-Down provides a collection of inspired, easy-to-create Cocktails that feature Wine, Port, Sherry, and Vermouth.
Whether you’re a novice Wine enthusiast which David and I are. Or a seasoned connoisseur, these creative infusions bring together widely available ingredients and seasonal flavors to create refreshing, health-conscious libations.
“Wine-based Cocktails offer a healthier alternative to traditional Spirit-based drinks, helping reduce Alcohol consumption while still providing a sophisticated sip,” says Newens. “My book pairs this trend with expert Wine knowledge and hosting tips, making it the perfect companion for anyone looking to elevate their weeknight routine.”
From well-loved standards like the Aperol Spritz, Kir, and New Orleans French 75, to globally inspired favorites from Spain, Italy, and Portugal, Wednesday Night Wine-Down captures the best of both tradition and innovation. Some of the inventive twists on Spirit-based Cocktails found in the book include:
- Smoky Wine Margarita
- Moscato and Strawberry Slush
- Cantaloupe Wine Spritzer
- Spanish Negroni
- Spice Pear Cocktail
- New York Sour
- Sherry Old-Fashioned
Each recipe is designed to be approachable yet elegant, making it simple to mix up a delicious drink that suits the season and your midweek mood.
In addition to its wide variety of Cocktails, Wednesday Night Wine-Down offers practical advice for hosting memorable midweek gatherings and is the go-to guide for enjoying a delicious and relaxing midweek treat, every week of the year. Whether planning a cozy night in or a casual get-together, this book ensures you have everything you need to impress guests with style and ease.
Make Wednesdays something to look forward to with these inspired, low-Alcohol Cocktails that turn ordinary evenings into extraordinary experiences. Remember you don’t have to have a group of ladies to pamper yourself. Pour yourself a Cocktail and shut out the world for a hour and relax and enjoy me-time.
About the Author: Jennifer Newens
Jennifer Newens is a cookbook editor, cooking teacher, and literary agent from Oakland, California. She received her culinary training from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. She is the author of Monday Night Mocktails. Jennifer believes that everyone deserves to have a special drink in a fancy glass with a pretty garnish at the end of a long day!
Wednesday Night Wine-Down will be available at major retailers, independent bookstores nationwide, and online May 20, 2025.
This spring try this delicious Wednesday night Cocktail.
CHAMPAGNE BOWLER
Makes 1 cocktail.
This classic cocktail dates from the 1930s and ‘40s. Delicious and refreshing, it takes advantage of in-season strawberries at their peak. Pick your best California wine for this festive sip—a Chardonnay is ideal.
GLASS: Balloon | GARNISH: Strawberry
3 fresh strawberries
3⁄4 oz / 22 ml Cognac
1⁄2 oz / 15 ml Simple Syrup
1⁄2 oz / 15 ml dry white wine
4 oz / 120 ml chilled dry white sparkling wine
Strawberry, for garnish
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries. Add the Cognac, simple syrup, and white wine. Add ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a cocktail glass and top with the sparkling wine. Stir gently. Garnish with a fresh strawberry.
Wednesday Night Wine-Down: 52 Drinks for Low-Alcohol Midweek Sipping By Jennifer Newens, photos by Alyson Brown
The Collective Book Studio / May 20, 2025
ISBN: 9781685559298 Hardcover: $19.95
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Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
