Spirits for Every Occasion: 30 Cocktails to Try
Introduction
Who doesn’t love a good cocktail? It not only helps to unwind, but also makes for a perfect way to bring friends and family together. Everyone has their go-to drink of choice, but with so many spirits and flavors out there, it’s time to branch out and try something new. Whether it’s a sweltering summer day, a cozy winter evening, a fancy dinner or a casual get-together, we’ve got 30 unique cocktails that you need to try.
Spirits of Choice
Vodka- A Neutral Spirit That Can Go with Anything
1. Moscow Mule
2. Vodka Martini
Gin- A Herbal Spirit with a Gin-presence That’s Impossible to Miss
3. Gin & Tonic
4. Gin Fizz
Rum- A Sweet and Fruity Base that’s Perfect for Tropical Cocktails
5. Mai Tai
6. Hurricane
Tequila-A Strong, Agave-based Spirit that Gives Your Drinks a Punch
7. Margarita
8. Paloma
Whiskey- A Bold, Smoky Spirit Perfect for Sipping or Mixing
9. Old-Fashioned
10. Whiskey Sour
Cognac- Great French Import Perfect for a Toast or Nightcap
11. Sidecar
12. Corpse Reviver
Liqueurs- Perfect for Sipping Alone or as an Addition to a Cocktail for Extra Flavor
13. Espresso Martini
14. Aviation Cocktail
Cocktail Recipes for Various Occasions
Brunch
15. Mimosa- Fresh squeezed orange juice combined with chilled champagne, perfect for cured salmon.
16. Bloody Mary- A savory cocktail that call out for morning meals.
A Hot Day
17. Pimms Cup- Mix Pimms Liqueur with lemonade, soda water, and fruits for a refreshing sundrink.
18. Strawberry Vodka Lemonade- Purees of fresh strawberries, vodka, and it’s sweet tart mixer make the perfect drink.
A Party
19. Long island Iced Tea- Not technically tea, but this fully alcohol mixed drink does get parties alive.
20. Whiskey Infused Apple Brandy Punch- Apple brandy cider, sliced apples, apple Brandy, ginger ale, and cinnamon stick are mix in, making everyone drips-filled for the second round.
Dinner Party
21. Cosmopolitan- Have you ever admired a club calling it their “girly” drink? An enjoyable and delicious martini normally favored by ladies.
22. Lemon Drop- Citrusy, punchy shades of lemon forward away with each sip adds the cherry on top at the end of every memorable dinner plate.
Winter Nights
23 Hot Buttered Rum- Dreaming of warmth and sitting in front of a gas brazier by drinking a hot buttered rum on a winter night.
24. Spiked Apple Cider- A wintry version of an apple Martini with cinnamon and additional warmth.
Summer Nights
25. Blueberry Fizz- Gorgeous color, sparkling gemstone cocktail with fantastic flavors of tart and sweet.
26. Downtown Train- It will is made with tea, two alcohols both a bit stronger, and it keeps a drinker refreshing even under hot antiperspirant.
Conclusion
Life without cocktails will add some dullness than enjoyment to a lifestyle. With this list of 30 tried and tested cocktails from all spirits, season, and occasions, no party will ever feel boring. Step out of your comfort zone and explore unique combinations that you never thought of and a twist on the classics for an undeniably exciting cocktail glass of joy upon joy.