Get ready to party!
Fred Hardy
Lets be honest, nopartyis complete without a cocktail.
Getting ready for adinner party?
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Try serving a Tom Collins or a Vesper martini.
Beach gathering on the horizon?
We suggest making Mai Tais or a bowl of tropical pineapple punch.
Jen Causey
Keep reading for more cocktail recipes for every occasion!
With eight servings per batch, you’ll have more time to join in the party.
The eye-catching golden and maroon hues are created by pouring Lambrusco onto the honey syrup-infused tequila base.
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Lime juice adds a splash of refreshing citrus to the drink.
Tom Collins
Simple yet satisfying, a Tom Collins works for just about any occasion.
Serve in a highball glass and enjoy!
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Made withespresso, coffee liquor, and simple syrup, this drink is ridiculously easy to prepare.
Mai Tai
Planning a party at the beach?
If you want a drink thats less sweet, cut down or omit the orgeat syrup.
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Bekaa Highball
Looking for a fruit-forward drink that is still on the dry side?
This Bekaa Highball is the perfect crowd-pleaser.
Frozen grapes in place of ice round out this festive cocktail.
Antonis Achilleos
Paloma With Fresh Grapefruit Juice
Greg DuPree
Not a fan of overly sweet cocktails?
you might enjoy it any time, but we love it ontaco nightor as a happy hour option.
If you like a smoky taste, swap tequila for mezcal.
Jen Causey
Kombucha Blood Orange Mule
What do you get when you addkombuchato a classic Moscow mule recipe?
The resulting drink is fizzy, flavorful, and something you’re able to enjoy all year long.
Try this foryour next brunchor lunch gathering.
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Pineapple Punch
You cant have anoutdoor gatheringwithout a cocktail, and weve got just the one.
While we love this at a BBQ, its also a solid summer happy hour option.
Vesper Martini
The vesper differs from a traditional martini in that it calls for ginandvodka.
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It also swaps in Lillet, an aromatic honey-lemon French aperitif, in place of the signature dry vermouth.
The resulting cocktail is citrusy, smooth, and quite strong.
Serve with a hearty dinner at your next dinner party, like steak or a roast chicken.
Stephen DeVries
Garnish with fresh fruit, such as pineapple or raspberries, to make this drink even dreamier.
Minty Moscow Mule Punch
If your party crew loves a Moscow mule, givethis puncha whirl.
For a spicier mule, pick a bold, flavorful ginger beer.
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To do so, just skip the gin.
Even without the spirit, this drink is still scrumptious and refreshing.
If you need a winter party drink, this is the one.
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Peach Smash
Put yoursummer peach haulto good use and whip up this bourbon-based cocktail.
If youve got a pool party coming up, this is the perfect drink to serve.
Garnish with a classic orange twist and enjoy!
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Tarragon French 75
This twist on a classy cocktail is the perfect start to a dinner party.
And thats not all!
If you think you might handle a more subdued version of the Italian drink, try this spritz.
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The resulting drink is effervescent and fruity, but not overly sweet.
While you might enjoy this drink all year round, we prefer it in the warmer months.
Lillet-Strawberry Spritz
Lillet is a French wine fortified with a blend of citrus liqueurs.
Belmond La Samanna
Ideal for apicnicor outdoor dinner party, this drink is sure to satisfy your guests.
Top with a rim of sugar instead of salt for extra sweetness to cut the kick.
Cherry Americano Cocktail
This vibrant drink is guaranteed to wow at your next cocktail party!
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Serve over ice with an orange or cherry garnish, and watch your guests go crazy over it!
Martini
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Throwing a party?
Make it a classy one by offering your guests some simple-to-make martinis.
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Pick your vice: vermouth with vodka or gin.
And make the martinis dry, dirty, or twisted to your liking.
Add orange bitters and a lemon twist for garnish to really wow your guests.
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