Cocktail Recipes
Classic and contemporary cocktails — with bartender tips and variations.
100 drinks · Updated weekly
Featured Drinks
Amaretto Sour
A delightful and approachable cocktail, the Amaretto Sour is a sweet and tart blend of amaretto liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup, often enhanced with an egg white for a creamy texture.
Aperol Spritz
A vibrant and refreshing Italian aperitif cocktail, characterized by its bright orange hue, balanced bittersweet flavor, and sparkling effervescence.
Apple Martini
A crisp, sweet cocktail with vodka, apple liqueur, and fresh lemon juice, perfect for a fruity martini experience.
Cocktail Recipes for Every Occasion
The cocktail collection covers everything from one-ingredient highballs to multi-step classics that reward a little effort. Each recipe includes bartender tips on technique — shaking vs stirring, ice type, glassware choice, and garnish — so you understand why the steps matter, not just what they are. Spirit breakdowns cover gin, vodka, rum, whiskey, tequila, and more. Whether you're stocking a home bar for the first time or adding new classics to your repertoire, the recipes here come with full instructions and variation ideas.
Every cocktail specifies the exact spirit style to use and explains how substitutions affect the result. Non-alcoholic substitutes are noted where they work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a cocktail shaker?
For shaken cocktails, yes. For stirred drinks, a mixing glass and bar spoon work. Many simple highballs need neither.
What spirits should I buy to make the most cocktails?
A London Dry gin, a clean vodka, a white rum, a bourbon, and a blanco tequila cover the majority of classic cocktails.
Can I make these without a home bar?
Most require only the spirit and a couple of mixers. Equipment notes on each recipe specify the minimum needed.
How do I make cocktails non-alcoholic?
Where a NA substitute works well, it's noted in the variations section. See the Mocktails category for purpose-built non-alcoholic drinks.
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