There are a ton of cocktails that are tasty, easy to make, and will surely not break the bank. Plan well in time, pick up a few essentials, and you can create masterpieces. These cocktail recipes will blow your mind as they are crowd-pleasers. Plus, once you have what you need, you can have them ready in a jiffy. So, here are the most popular cocktail recipes you should know how to make.
- Cape Codder
It is a simple drink but packs a punch when made right. All you need is cranberry juice and vodka. You can get fancy with the presentation as you add chunks of cranberry or garnish with mint leaves. While it may be ok to serve it up as it is, you can also shake it up and serve as a Crantini. - Black Russian
If you can source a few coffee liqueurs, you are set to create a popular and tasty drink. This is also one of the most popular cocktail recipes you should know how to make. For this drink, you will need 1 ½ ounces vodka, ¾ ounce coffee liqueurs, and maraschino cherries that you can use for garnishing. Add cream to this mix, and you can serve up a white Russian. A Mudslide can be made if you switch the cream for Irish cream. - Lemon Drop Martini
This is a simple combination of lemon juice, simple syrup, and vodka. Make sure the quality of vodka is good as it can make all the difference to your drink. You also need to dip your serving glass into sugar, so your guests get that extra rush when they sip this fancy drink. Garnish with a lemon wedge to give your drink that professional touch. - Gin Rickey
This is a refreshing drink and one of the most popular cocktail recipes you should know how to make. It requires all three ingredients making it easy to prepare too. You will need two ounces of gin, ½ an ounce of freshly squeezed lime, Club soda, and a lime wedge for garnishing. There is no shaking or mixing required so, fill up the ingredients, top it off with club soda, and serve. - Whiskey Highball
This classic recipe is quite popular. If you like whiskey, this is one of the best ways to enjoy it. It involves two ingredients – whiskey and ginger ale. Mix two ounces of whiskey with six ounces of ginger ale. On the other hand, you can experiment with blended bourbon, Canadian whiskey, or rye whiskey. If you choose to go with Irish whiskey, you will end up with a drink called the Irish Buck.
Make sure you create a list of ingredients and source them before you begin making these drinks.
