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Aristus

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2. It IS.

Reply to 50 Shades Of Blue (Reply #1)

Sat Jul 4, 2026, 09:39 PM

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Nice and fruity. I was skeptical about the créme de menthe; it makes everything taste like toothpaste. But it’s very subtle. I can barely taste it. (The recipe called for only a 1/4 teaspoon.)

When my crème de menthe bottle is gone, I won’t get another one. I like peppermint schnapps better.

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Enjoying an American Beauty tonight. Appropriate choice. [View all] Aristus Saturday OP

I've never heard of that cocktail before! OMG it sounds good! 50 Shades Of Blue Saturday #1

It IS. Aristus Saturday #2

I've actually been thinking about getting a bottle of creme de menthe. Why I don't know, I rarely drink. 50 Shades Of Blue Saturday #3

While you're there, pick up a bottle of Irish Cream. Aristus Saturday #8

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