Cocktail recipes are great to have up your sleeve when entertaining friends, and can be a refreshing way to start or end an evening. Here are 13 of the most popular cocktail recipes to get you through the night:
1. Spritz – A classic Italian cocktail that is perfect for summer drinking. It’s a simple combination of three parts prosecco, two parts Aperol and one part soda water, served over ice with a slice of orange.
2. Mezcal – An agave-based Mexican spirit that’s smoky and complex, and usually served neat or on the rocks.
3. Tequila Sunrise – A tequila-based cocktail made with orange juice, grenadine and lime juice. Serve it over ice with a slice of orange for a classic summer drink.
4. Paloma – A simple mix of tequila, grapefruit soda and lime juice. Add a pinch of salt and a wedge of lime for a zesty twist.
5. Gin Tonic – A classic British cocktail made with gin, tonic water and a sprig of fresh mint.
6. White Lady – A classic gin-based cocktail made with lemon juice, orange liqueur and sugar syrup.
7. Mojito – A Cuban favorite made with white rum, lime juice, mint and soda water.
8. Old-Fashioned – A classic whiskey-based cocktail made with sugar, bitters and a twist of orange peel.
9. Negroni – A classic Italian cocktail made with equal parts gin, Campari and sweet vermouth, served over ice with a twist of orange.
10. Daiquiri – A classic Cuban cocktail made with white rum, lime juice and sugar syrup.
11. Margarita – A classic Mexican cocktail made with tequila, lime juice and orange liqueur.
12. Cocktail Hugo – A refreshing Italian concoction made with prosecco, elderflower liqueur and soda water, garnished with a sprig of mint.
13. Black Russian – A classic vodka-based cocktail made with coffee liqueur and served over ice.
Whiskey Sour, Zombie Cocktail, Mimosa, Bellini Cocktail are also popular choices. Each one has its own unique flavor that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. So, get your friends together and start mixing up some of these classic cocktails. Cheers!