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Cocktail Recipes
1. Spritz: Spritz is a classic Italian cocktail made with Aperol, Prosecco and soda water. To make the perfect spritz, mix 3 parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol and 1 part soda water in a wine glass with a few ice cubes. Add a slice of orange for a pop of colour.
2. Mezcal Margarita: This is a zesty twist on the classic margarita. Start by combining 1 ½ ounces of mezcal, 1 ounce of triple sec, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice, and a teaspoon of agave nectar. Shake with ice and strain into a rocks glass with a salted rim.
3. Tequila Sunrise: This colourful and refreshing cocktail is perfect for a summer brunch. Start by combining 1 ½ ounces of tequila, 4 ounces of orange juice, and 1 teaspoon of grenadine in a Collins glass. Fill the glass with ice and slowly pour the grenadine down the side of the glass to create the sunrise effect.
4. Paloma: The Paloma is a refreshing Mexican cocktail made with tequila, lime juice and grapefruit soda. To make the perfect Paloma, mix 2 ounces of tequila, ¾ ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice, and 4 ounces of grapefruit soda in a rocks glass filled with ice.
5. Gin Tonic: This classic cocktail is always a crowd pleaser. Start by pouring 2 ounces of gin over ice in a highball glass. Top with tonic water and garnish with a lime wedge.
6. White Lady: This classic cocktail is made with gin, triple sec and lemon juice. To make the perfect White Lady, mix 2 ounces of gin, 1 ounce of triple sec, and 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until the outside of the shaker is frosty and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
7. Mojito: The mojito is a refreshing Cuban cocktail made with rum, mint, lime juice and soda water. To make the perfect mojito, muddle a handful of mint leaves with a teaspoon of sugar in a Collins glass. Add 2 ounces of rum, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice, a splash of soda water, and fill the glass with ice.
8. Old Fashioned: This classic whiskey-based cocktail is perfect for sipping. Start by muddling a sugar cube with a few drops of Angostura bitters in an Old Fashioned glass. Add 2 ounces of whiskey and a large ice cube. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and garnish with an orange twist.
9. Negroni: The Negroni is an Italian cocktail made with gin, Campari and sweet vermouth. To make the perfect Negroni, mix 1 ounce of gin, 1 ounce of Campari, and 1 ounce of sweet vermouth in a rocks glass filled with ice. Stir until well combined and garnish with an orange twist.
10. Daiquiri: The Daiquiri is a classic Cuban cocktail made with rum, lime juice and sugar. To make the perfect Daiquiri, mix 2 ounces of rum, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice, and ½ ounce of simple syrup in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until well combined and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
11. Margarita: This is a classic Mexican cocktail made with tequila, triple sec and lime juice. To make the perfect Margarita, mix 2 ounces of tequila, 1 ounce of triple sec, and 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until well combined and strain into a salt-rimmed rocks glass.
12. Cocktail Hugo: This is a refreshing Italian cocktail made with Prosecco, elderflower liqueur, and mint. To make the perfect Hugo, mix 4 ounces of Prosecco, 1 ounce of elderflower liqueur, and a few sprigs of mint in a wine glass filled with ice. Top with a splash of soda water and garnish with a lemon twist.
13. Black Russian: This classic cocktail is perfect for sipping. Start by pouring 1 ½ ounces of vodka and ½ ounce of coffee liqueur into a rocks glass filled with ice. Stir until well combined and garnish with a lime wedge.
14. Whiskey Sour: The Whiskey Sour is a classic American cocktail made with whiskey, lemon juice and sugar. To make the perfect Whiskey Sour, mix 2 ounces of whiskey, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and ½ ounce of simple syrup in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until well combined and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
15. Zombie Cocktail: This is a strong tiki-style cocktail made with rum, lime juice, and orange juice. To make the perfect Zombie, mix 1 ½ ounces of light rum, 1 ½ ounces of dark rum, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 ounce of orange juice, and ½ ounce of grenadine in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until well combined and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
16. Mimosa: The Mimosa is a classic brunch cocktail made with orange juice and sparkling wine. To make the perfect Mimosa, mix 4 ounces of orange juice and 4 ounces of sparkling wine in a champagne flute.
17. Bellini Cocktail: This classic Italian cocktail is made with peach puree and sparkling wine. To make the perfect Bellini, fill a champagne flute with 2 ounces of peach puree and top with 4 ounces of sparkling wine.
18. Gin Fizz: This classic cocktail is made with gin, lemon juice, and soda water. To make the perfect Gin Fizz, mix 2 ounces of gin, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 ounce of simple syrup in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until well combined and strain into a Collins glass filled with ice. Top with soda water and garnish with a lemon wedge.
