Cocktail recipes are a great way to entertain your friends and family, and they can be surprisingly easy to make. Here are thirteen classic and delicious recipes to get you started.
1. Spritz: This classic Italian aperitif is made with sparkling white wine, soda water and a splash of liqueur. Garnish with a slice of orange and a few olives.
2. Mezcal: A smoky and spicy tequila-based cocktail, mezcal is best served with a fresh lime wedge.
3. Tequila Sunrise: A sweet and refreshing combination of tequila, orange juice and grenadine.
4. Paloma: A refreshing mix of tequila, lime juice and grapefruit soda.
5. Gin Tonic: The classic combination of gin and tonic is a must-have for any home bar.
6. White Lady: A sweet and fruity gin-based cocktail with a hint of lemon.
7. Mojito: A Cuban classic, the mojito is a mix of white rum, lime juice, sugar and mint.
8. Old Fashioned: A classic whiskey-based cocktail with sugar, bitters and a twist of citrus.
9. Negroni: An Italian classic made with gin, vermouth and campari.
10. Daiquiri: A classic Cuban cocktail made with white rum, lime juice and sugar.
11. Margarita: A tequila-based cocktail with the addition of lime juice and triple sec.
12. Hugo Cocktail: A sparkling white wine-based Italian cocktail with elderflower liqueur and mint.
13. Black Russian: A simple combination of vodka and coffee liqueur.
14. Whiskey Sour: A classic cocktail made with whiskey, lemon juice and sugar.
15. Zombie Cocktail: A rum-based cocktail with pineapple juice and a variety of other liqueurs.
16. Mimosa: A refreshing mix of orange juice and sparkling white wine.
17. Bellini Cocktail: A fruity combination of peach puree and sparkling white wine.