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5 Easy Tropical Rum Recipes to Make at Home

5 Easy Tropical Rum Recipes to Make at Home


National Rum Day is the perfect occasion to explore one of the most versatile spirits in the world. From tropical cocktails in a glass to frozen rum drinks that cool you down instantly, rum is a cocktail bar essential that invites creativity. Enjoy it with white rum, golden rum, or spiced rum, and discover endless possibilities for refreshing drinks.

The TRU Ice Maker brings the home bar experience into your kitchen with crystal-clear, perfectly sized ice cubes that melt slowly to preserve bold flavors. This means you can craft cocktails at home that are as beautiful as they are delicious. In honor of National Rum Day, we are sharing inventive rum cocktail recipes you can make right in your own kitchen. Each drink pairs the spirit’s rich character with the TRU Ice Maker’s pristine ice for unforgettable results.

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Lazy Day Kitchen Hack: Cake Pops in One Bowl

Lazy Day Kitchen Hack: Cake Pops in One Bowl


There’s a day for everything, and August 10 is reserved for doing as little as possible. National Lazy Day is the perfect excuse to ditch complicated recipes, skip multiple mixing bowls, and lean into laid-back baking. For anyone who loves dessert but not the fuss that usually comes with it, this is your moment. The best part? With a little help from the Babycakes Cake Pop Maker, you can whip up sweet treats in no time using just one bowl. No oven. No hassle. Just mix, bake, and decorate.

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Celebrate Friendship and School Days with Mickey-Inspired Lunches

Celebrate Friendship and School Days with Mickey-Inspired Lunches


Back-to-school season is in full swing, bringing earlier mornings, tighter schedules, and the everyday challenge of packing lunches kids will actually eat. A great lunch can offer more than fuel, it brings comfort, encourages social moments, and gives kids something to look forward to.

This National Friendship Day, bring some character to your lunch routine with help from the Disney kitchen appliance collection. With tools like the Mickey Mouse Sandwich Maker, Mickey & Pluto 2-Slice Toaster, and Mickey & Friends 5-Quart Slow Cooker, lunch prep becomes fun, quick, and full of personality.

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5 Sugar Cookie Ideas Perfect for Toaster Ovens

5 Sugar Cookie Ideas Perfect for Toaster Ovens


Every July 9, National Sugar Cookie Day gives us the perfect excuse to indulge in buttery, golden, melt-in-your-mouth cookies. But this year, let’s do more than bake. Let’s decorate and elevate your sugar cookie game with Toastmaster Toaster Oven and trivet hacks from Select Brands. From perfectly even baking to clever countertop cooling, we’re bringing you five creative sugar cookie recipes along with expert tips to help you bake like a pro.

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National Fried Chicken Day: Air-Fried vs. Deep-Fried Recipes to Celebrate in Crispy Style

National Fried Chicken Day: Air-Fried vs. Deep-Fried Recipes to Celebrate...


Golden, crispy, juicy, and oh-so-satisfying, fried chicken is more than a meal. It’s a symbol of comfort, tradition, and celebration. Whether it’s the centerpiece of a weekend gathering or a guilty-pleasure weeknight indulgence, fried chicken delivers that irresistible combo of flavor and texture that keeps us coming back for more.

And every July 6, we get the perfect excuse to go all in with National Fried Chicken Day. It’s a chance to honor this beloved dish, try out new recipes, and share your favorite style with friends and family. This year, we’re turning it into a kitchen showdown between two crispy contenders: air-fried vs. deep-fried chicken.

At Select Brands, we believe in celebrating food with flavor and fun. We’ve got you covered with the tools, tips, and recipes you need to make both styles shine right in your own kitchen.

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Celebrate Fourth of July with Patriotic Cupcakes Cake Pops and Waffle Sticks

Celebrate Fourth of July with Patriotic Cupcakes Cake Pops and...


The Fourth of July is the ultimate celebration of freedom, fireworks, and festive treats. It's a time to gather with friends and family, fire up the grill, and end the night with something sweet and colorful. This year, we’re bringing the red, white, and blue spirit to your dessert table with fun, easy-to-make recipes using our Babycakes Cake Pop Maker, Cupcake Maker, and Waffle Stick Maker. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or heading to a fireworks show, these treats will steal the spotlight.

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