Do you get bored of the same drinks that you always order in your favorite bar or restaurant? Why not spice up your life and impress all of your friends with some delicious home-made cocktails? You can save money, avoid the hassles of bars and have fun with your friends. Plus, with just a few ingredients and some practice you can create some amazing cocktails that will have your guests asking for the recipes. Here are some 10 simple and impressive cocktails you can make at home.
- Whiskey Sour
This classic whiskey cocktail is great for whiskey fans and easy to make. This drink is delicious and refreshing and only requires three simple ingredients: whiskey, lemon juice and sugar.
- Manhattan
This classic cocktail makes a great choice for any occasion. The drink is a tasty and complex mix of whiskey, sweet Vermouth, and Bitters.
- Cosmopolitan
This cocktail is delicious and sophisticated, perfect for an evening out with your friends. The drink is made from vodka, triple Sec, cranberry liquid, and lime.
- Pina Colada
This tropical cocktail is the perfect drink to enjoy on hot summer afternoons. The drink is sweet and creamy, made from rum, pineapple juice and coconut cream.
- Sangria
This fruity cocktail will be a hit at summer parties and a night out with friends. Made with red wine, fruit, and brandy, it's easy to make and customizable to your taste.
- Negroni
This cocktail is perfect for any event. It's made with gin sweet vermouth and Campari. It's a complex and delicious drink.
- Hot Toddy
This cocktail is perfect to drink on a cold winter night or if you are feeling under the influence. This soothing drink is made with whiskey, lemon, honey and hot water.
- Margarita
This classic tequila-based cocktail is a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for summer parties or relaxing by the pool. It's simple to make with just three ingredients: tequila lime juice and triple sec.
- French 75
This cocktail is perfect for all occasions. It's delicious and refreshing. The elegant and bubbly drink is made from gin with lemon juice, champagne and sugar.
- Paloma
This refreshing, tangy cocktail makes a perfect choice for tequila drinkers. This drink is made of tequila grapefruit and lime juices, as well as soda water.
Make cocktails at your home to impress guests and save cash. These 10 cocktail recipes are easy to make and will impress your family and friends. This list includes a variety of drinks for all tastes, from sweet and fruity to more complex and sophisticated. Why not give it a try and see for yourself?
The Most Frequently Asked Questions
Do I require a fully-stocked bar in order to prepare these cocktails at my home?
No, you can find the ingredients for most of these drinks in any liquor store or grocery.
What can I use if I'm short on ingredients?
Yes, many of these cocktails can be customized to your liking or adjusted based on the ingredients you have available.
How can I ensure that my cocktail looks as good as it tastes?
You should invest in good glassware and garnishes. Prepare and serve cocktails slowly.
These cocktails are expensive to make.
The cost of most of these drinks is less expensive than purchasing drinks in a restaurant or bar.
Can I make these cocktail batches for a celebration?
Yes, these cocktails can all be made in larger quantities to serve more people. You can even pre-mix them for easier serving.
FAQ
What are the most popular drinks that a bartender should know about?
A bartender should learn how to create a perfect cocktail. It isn't enough to mix ingredients. It is not enough to know the purpose of each ingredient and why you chose it. The bartender who creates great drinks is an expert in all these areas.
What's the difference between a Manhattan and a martini?
The ingredients for a martini are gin and vermouth. To make a Manhattan, you add whiskey to sweet vermouth. Both drinks are best served chilled.
What are the top 10 mixed drinks most loved?
The top ten most popular mixed drinks include:
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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 do you say to someone who orders a "dirty martini"?
A dirty martini, a martini with extra olives, is a martini.
Statistics
- majority of pineapple juice and Malibu rum is only 21% alcohol content. (breakingtheboredom.com)
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
- It is customary to leave a tip of 10-20% of the bill total. (boguesounddistillery.com)
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How To
How to make the perfect Margarita at Home
The most well-known cocktail is made of tequila which comes from agave, Cointreau which is a sweet orange spirit, and fresh lemon juice. You can add salt, sugar, bitters, cinnamon sticks, and even chocolate syrup to enhance the flavor.
If you want to try making your own, here's how you do it!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup ice cubes
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3 oz Tequila Blanco
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1/4 cup Cointreau
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt
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Sugar
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Cinnamon stick
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Chocolate syrup
Method
Place the ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Give it a shake for 10 seconds and then pour into a glass. Garnish with a slice of lime if desired.
This recipe can be used as a template to make other types of alcohols such as:
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Whiskey Sour
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Daiquiri
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Manhattan
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White Russian
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Brandy Alexanders
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Gin & Tonics
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Sidecars
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Collins
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Scotch & Soda
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Margaritas