Do you want to impress with delicious cocktails? Good news! Making cocktails at home is easier than you think. With the right cocktail accessories and some tasty cocktail recipes, you'll be making the perfect drinks in no the perfect drinks in no time. Here are seven popular cocktails that you can can easily make at home.
What do you need to make your own cocktails?
To make cocktails, you need a few basic supplies such as a shaker, measuring cup, strainer and a muddler for crushing fruit or herbs. With these tools and a good cocktail recipe, you can get started right away!
1. Espresso Martini
This classic is beloved by coffee lovers. For an Espresso Martini you need vodka, coffee liqueur and a shot of espresso. Shake everything with ice and pour through a strainer into a martini glass. The result is a perfect blend of coffee and alcohol that gives that extra bit of energy!
Ingredients (for 1 cocktail):
- 30 ml of vodka
- 30 ml coffee liqueur
- 1 shot of espresso
- A few ice cubes
2. Watermelon Margarita
A fresh twist on the classic Margarita! Blend watermelon, lime juice, tequila and triple sec together for a fresh cocktail. It's an easy cocktail recipe and that everyone likes. Perfect for hot days and cozy drinks nights.
Ingredients (for 1 cocktail):
- 60 ml of tequila
- 30 ml lime juice
- 30 ml triple sec
- 150 g fresh watermelon
3. Limoncello cocktail
This refreshing drink is simple to make at home. Mix Limoncello with prosecco and add some sparkling water for a sparkling, sweet cocktail. It is one of those easy cocktail recipes that are ready in minutes, perfect for a summer party.
Ingredients (for 1 cocktail):
- 60 ml Limoncello
- 90 ml prosecco
- 30 ml sparkling water
- 2 slices lemon
- A few ice cubes
4. Pornstar Martini
This popular cocktail with passion fruit is a real eye-catcher! Shake vodka, passion fruit liqueur and lime juice with ice, pour into a martini glass and serve with a shot of prosecco on the side. One of the tastiest cocktail recipes for at home.
Ingredients (for 1 cocktail):
- 45 ml of vodka
- 30 ml passion fruit liqueur
- 15 ml of lime juice
- 1 passion fruit
- 1 shot of prosecco
- A few ice cubes
5. Mojito grapefruit
This fresh and fruity version of the classic Mojito is easy to make. Mix mint, sugar and lime juice, add grapefruit and rum and top up with sparkling water. This is the ultimate cocktail recipe for a sunny day!
Ingredients (for 1 cocktail):
- 60 ml white rum
- 30 ml grapefruit juice
- 15 ml of lime juice
- 7 leaves mint
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 70 ml sparkling water
6. Bloody Mary
A cocktail that is both tangy and refreshing! Mix tomato juice, vodka, lemon juice and a few drops of tabasco. For extra flair, you can add a celery stem as a garnish add. This easy cocktail is perfect for an extended brunch.
Ingredients (for 1 cocktail):
- 60 ml of vodka
- 90 ml tomato juice
- 15 ml lemon juice
- Tabasco
- Pepper and salt
- Celery
7. Pear Martini
Want something special? Then try a Pear Martini. Shake vodka, pear juice and a splash of lime juice together and serve in a martini glass. This surprising recipe is easy and perfect for a cozy evening at home.
Ingredients (for 1 cocktail):
- 45 ml of vodka
- 60 ml of pear juice
- 15 ml of lime juice
With these tasty cocktail recipes, making cocktails at home will be making cocktails at home becomes a party! Try them out and discover how fun and easy it is to make your own cocktails!