Amazing Cocktail Ideas
Try these amazing, fun & easy to make cocktails at home today!
Metropolitan
The metropolitan is a classic brandy cocktail that’s nearly as old as the Manhattan or Martinez. This recipe dates to around 1900 and mixes brandy, sweet vermouth, sugar, and bitters. It’s also sometimes known as the brandy Manhattan, though that recipe typically skips the metropolitan’s syrup.
– 30mLs of Sweet Vermouth (CLICK HERE)
– 1/2 Teaspoon Simple Syrup (CLICK HERE)
– 2 Dashes of- Angostura Bitters (CLICK HERE)
Directions
Shake well and pour
French Martini
The french martini is a simple recipe, made with high quality vodka, chambord liqueur, and pineapple juice. Unlike traditional martinis, this one is fruit focused, and there are many variations. For example, some use creme de cassis (black currant liqueur) for a less sweet drink. Meanwhile, others get seasonal, exchanging the pineapple juice for cranberry in fall.
– 30mL of Raspberry Liqueur (CLICK HERE)
– 90ml Fresh Pineapple Juice
– Pinch of Sea Salt
Directions
Shake well and pour
Espresso Martini
The espresso martini is a cold caffeinated alcoholic drink made with espresso, coffee liqueur, and vodka.
– 50mL of Coffee Liqueur (CLICK HERE)
– 50mL of Espresso
Directions
1. Shake well and pour
2. Garnish with coffee bean
Coca Margerita
– 45mL of Tequila Gold (CLICK HERE)
– 15mL of Agwa de Bolivia (CLICK HERE)
– 10mL of Agave Syrup
– 30mL Lime Juice
– 100mL Lime Juice
Directions
Shake well and pour
Manhattan
An old-school cocktail with a delightfully simple recipe, the Manhattan was first invented in New York City in the 1870s. The classic version of the sweet and smoky drink is made with American whiskey, sweet vermouth, and a couple dashes of Angostura bitters. Top with a cocktail cherry and enjoy.
– 75mLs of American Whiskey / Bourbon (CLICK HERE)
– 30mLs of Sweet Vermouth (CLICK HERE)
– 2 Dashes of- Angostura Bitters (CLICK HERE)
Directions
1. Combine all ingredients in mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir.
3. Strain into chilled cocktail glass
4. Garnish with a cherry and enjoy.
Negroni
Traditional yet trendy, the Negroni is a classic Italian aperitif created in the early 1900s. Legend has it that the drink was first made for an Italian count named Camillo Negroni, who requested an extra strong Americano while drinking at Florence’s Caffe Giacosa. The riff, made with gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, was therefore named in his honour.
– 30mLs Sweet Vermouth (CLICK HERE)
Directions
1. Combine all ingredients in mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir.
3. Strain into chilled cocktail glass or over ice in a rocks glass.
4. Garnish with an orange twist and enjoy.
Moscow Mule
Vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice are the only ingredients you need to build this fan-favourite cocktail. First invented in 1941 in Manhattan, the drink was initially crafted as a solution to an overstock of ginger beer. It has since become a hit — served in a copper mug with plenty of crushed ice.
– 90mLs Ginger Beer (CLICK HERE)
– Juice of half a lime, and lime wedge for garnish
Directions
1. Add vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice to a copper mug (or highball glass).
2. Fill mug with crushed ice.
3. Stir well.
4. Garnish with lime wedge and enjoy.
Dirty Martini
One of the most popular cocktails in the world, the classic Martini is made with just two ingredients: gin and vermouth. The Dirty Martini adds olive brine into the mix, imparting a savory salinity that makes the boozy tipple a little more sessionable.
– 30mLs Dry Vermouth (CLICK HERE)
– 8mLs Olive Brine
To garnish 3 pickled olives
Directions
1. Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir until chilled and diluted, and strain into a chilled coupe.
3. Garnish with olives on a cocktail pick.
Old Fashioned
The world’s most popular cocktail, the Old Fashioned is one of the oldest beverages in existence and remains endlessly drinkable. It’s also easy to make at home: All you need is bourbon, Angostura bitters, and simple syrup to drink like Don Draper.
– 3 Dashes Angostura Bitters (CLICK HERE)
Directions
1. Combine first three ingredients in a rocks glass.
2. Stir ingredients.
3. Add ice.
4. Garnish with a lemon and orange twist and enjoy.
Boulevardier
Like the Negroni, the Boulevardier is made with just three ingredients and employs both Campari and sweet vermouth. Unlike its cocktail sibling, the Boulevardier uses bourbon rather than gin. Stir it all together, garnish with an orange twist, and enjoy a richer variation on the Italian classic.
– 30mLs Sweet Vermouth (CLICK HERE)
Directions
1. Combine all ingredients in mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir.
3. Strain into chilled rocks glass over fresh ice.
4. Garnish with an orange twist and enjoy.
Ranch Water
Refreshing on a hot summers day. Easy to throw together and even easier to clean up, Ranch Water is a drink traditionally made by Texas ranchers to take on the go — no fancy glassware required.
– 300mLs Sparkling Mineral Water (CLICK HERE)
– 45mLs White / Blanco Tequila (CLICK HERE)
– 15mLs of Fresh Lime Juice
Directions
1. Combine all ingredients in a glass with ice.