After the unrelenting gallop that is every holiday season, why not devote some time to yourself? Set up an Out of Office greeting, pack a bag with some comfy slippers, then walk away from your desk ...

In a 1-gallon jar with a lid, combine the alcohol, rose petals, and cochineal. Cover the jar and set it aside in a cool, dark place for 40 days and 40 nights. On the forty-first day (or anytime ...