Have you grown tired of the same boring drinks in your local bar or restaurants? Why not impress your friends by making some tasty cocktails at home and spice up the evening? You can save money, avoid the hassles of bars and have fun with your friends. Plus, with the right ingredients and a little bit of practice, you can make some truly impressive cocktails that will leave your guests begging for the recipe. Here are 12 some easy and impressive cocktail recipes to make yourself:
Sidecar
This classic cocktail can be enjoyed at any time. With brandy triple sec and lemon juice it is a sophisticated and refreshing cocktail that will impress.
Espresso Martini
This cocktail will energize coffee lovers and those who like to drink. This drink is a decadent and rich cocktail made from vodka, espresso and coffee liquor.
Hot Toddy
This is the perfect cocktail for cold winter evenings or when you are feeling under-the-weather. The drink is a tasty and relaxing cocktail made with honey, whiskey, lemon juice, hot water and honey.
Daiquiri
This tropical cocktail, which is refreshing and light, is perfect for parties in the summer or nights with friends. The cocktail is easy to prepare and will impress. It contains rum and lime juice.
Pina Colada
This tropical drink is perfect for summer's hot days. Made with rum, coconut cream, and pineapple juice, it's a sweet and creamy drink that's sure to impress your guests.
Whiskey Sour
This classic drink is perfect for whiskey lovers. You can easily make it at home. It's easy to make and delicious, with just three ingredients (whiskey and lemon juice).
Mai Tai
This fruity and tropical cocktail is perfect for a summer party or day at the beach. It is a sweet, tangy, and refreshing drink made with orange curacao and lime juice.
Moscow Mule
This cocktail is a tasty combination of lime juice, vodka and ginger beer. Served in an attractive copper mug, this cocktail will be sure to impress and make your guests come back for another.
French 75
This sophisticated cocktail will be a great choice for any event. The elegant and bubbly drink is made from gin with lemon juice, champagne and sugar.
Negroni
This cocktail is perfect for any event. With gin, sweet vermouth, and Campari it is a delicious, complex drink.
Cosmopolitan
This cocktail, which is popular amongst drinkers, is an elegant and delicious choice for a night of fun with friends. The drink is made from vodka, triple Sec, cranberry liquid, and lime.
Paloma
This refreshing and tangy cocktail is a great choice for tequila lovers. This refreshing and tasty drink is perfect to enjoy on a warm summer day.
Making cocktails at home is a fun and creative way to impress your guests and save money. With these 12 easy and impressive cocktail recipes, you'll be able to create delicious and sophisticated drinks that are sure to impress your friends and family. You can find something to suit your taste, whether it's sweet and fruity cocktail or more complex and refined drinks. Why not experiment with a few different cocktails to find out what all the buzz is about?
FAQs
Do I require a fully-stocked bar in order to prepare these cocktails at my home?
Most of these cocktails only require basic ingredients which you can easily find at any supermarket and liquor store.
What if I do not have all the ingredients?
You can customize many of these cocktail recipes to your tastes or adjust them based on ingredients that you already have.
How do I make sure my cocktail is as beautiful as it is tasty?
Invest in some high-quality glassware and garnishes, and take your time when preparing and serving your cocktails.
Are these cocktails expensive to make?
It all depends on what you use, but these cocktails can be made for less money than purchasing drinks at a pub or restaurant.
Can I prepare these cocktails in large batches for an event?
Yes, you can easily serve these cocktails to a larger crowd by pre-mixing them ahead of time.
FAQ
What's the best pairing for a martini glass?
You can put many different things in a martini glasses. Here are some ideas:
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Olives
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Lemon slices
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Maraschino cherries
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Peanuts
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Cheese cubes
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Pickles
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Caviar
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Grapes
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Strawberries
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Ice cream
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Shrimp
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Crabmeat
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Oysters
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Sushi rolls
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Bacon bits
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Hard-boiled eggs
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Cocktail onions
What are the top 10 mixed drinks most loved?
The top ten most loved mixed drinks are:
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Cosmopolitan (2 oz vodka + 1/4 oz cranberry juice + 2 oz club soda)
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Margarita (3 oz tequila + 3 oz lime juice + 1 tsp sugar)
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Mojito (2 oz light rum + 4 oz fresh mint leaves + 1/2 cup crushed ice)
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White Russian (2 oz vodka + 2 oz heavy cream + 1 tbsp Kahlua coffee liqueur)
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Screwdriver (2 oz vodka + 6 oz orange juice + 1/2 tsp grenadine syrup)
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Daiquiri (1 oz white rum + 1/2 oz maraschino cherry juice + 1/2 oz lime juice + 1/8 tsp simple syrup)
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Pina Colada (2 oz coconut rum + 1/2 cup pineapple juice + 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes)
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Hurricane (1 oz dark rum + 1/2 ounce amaretto + 1/2 oz pineapple juice + 1/4 oz lime juice + 1 oz ginger ale)
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Moscow Mule (2 oz vodka + 5 oz ginger beer + 1/4 oz simple syrup)
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Long Island Ice Tea (2 oz gin + 7 oz sweet & sour mix)
What are we supposed to say when someone orders "dirty" martinis?
A dirty martini means a martini made with extra olives.
Statistics
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- If you choose one that's made with 100 percent agave (like Milagro or Sauza), you'll save a ton of money and still get a great-tasting drink. (mashed.com)
- American blended whiskeys are so inexpensive because they only have to contain 20 percent whiskey; the rest can be made up of neutral grain spirits, colorings, and flavorings. (mashed.com)
- its content makes it 10.5%, which is far less than wine. (breakingtheboredom.com)
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How To
How to Make the Best Brandy-Alexander Recipe
The first step in any cocktail recipe is to find the right ingredients. Cognac is a French spirit made with fermented grapes. We will use it in this cocktail. Although it is usually clear, you might see oak barrels. You can buy cognac online at Amazon.com or specialty liquor stores.
Next, we'll add some simple syrup. Simple syrup is sugar dissolved into water. In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of granulated syrup. Stir the mixture until it dissolves completely, which takes about 5 minutes. Pour enough cold tapwater to cover sugar by 2 inches. Let sit overnight. Strain out any sugar crystals with cheesecloth. Store the remaining liquid in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Our Brandy Alexander Cocktail will be made with Cognac and simple syrup. Add the Cognac to a shaker. Top it with half a cup of ice cubes. Fill the rest with simple syrup. For 10 seconds, shake vigorously. Strain into a chilled martini glasses. Top off the Brandy Alexander with a splash of soda water and garnish with a lemon twist.