Home parties have become so fashionable for Europeans that they are satisfied almost every week. Delicious food, pleasant company, a lot of music and, of course, a variety of colorful cocktails like absolutely everyone. Thanks to a combination of all the above factors, any party is guaranteed to be successful.
Fun home party directly depends on the number of friends. A thematic event of two people a priori can not be incendiary. This is an unspoken rule to adopt. Do you want unforgettable fun? Invite as many friends as possible. And be sure to provide the evening with original snacks and interesting cocktails. And in order not to get lost in a huge assortment, we have compiled for you a rating of the most popular alcoholic drinks for a party, as well as cocktails, which do not include alcohol. So let's get started.
Alcohol Cocktails
1. Long Island Cocktail
The famous cocktail called “Long Island” was invented in the era of Prohibition. Outwardly, he was very reminiscent of cold tea, so the drink is often referred to as Long Island Ice Tea. He first appeared on Long Island in New York, from which he got his name.
Usually it is prepared in the following way:
- 15 ml of vodka,
- 15 ml of gin,
- 15 ml of white rum,
- 15 ml of tequila,
- 15 ml Triple Seca (orange liqueur),
- 15 ml of sugar syrup,
- Coke,
- Lemon slice,
- Ice
All ingredients are mixed in a standard highball. Vodka, gin, rum, tequila, Triple Sec and sugar syrup can be measured with a jigger, after which everything is mixed with Coke and ice. As decoration use a slice of lemon and a few tubes.
2. Cocktail Tom Collins
The history of Tom Collins cocktail began in Limmer's London restaurant, where a waiter named John Collins first mixed the ingredients that all bartenders in the world use to this day. By the way, the name of the cocktail in different institutions is exploited differently, changing the name “Tom” to “John”. The composition does not change. For cooking you will need:
- 60 ml of gin,
- 50 ml soda,
- 30 ml of sugar syrup,
- Lemon,
- Ice,
- Cocktail cherry and orange slice for decoration.
All ingredients are mixed in a shaker, lemon juice is squeezed out through a citrus press. Then the cocktail is poured into a highball and decorated with a cherry on top. The edge of the glass can be decorated with an orange slice.
3. Pina Colada Cocktail
“Pina Colada” is a cocktail of real pirates. Back in 1820, corsairs drank it on ships, and the first to invent it was Captain Roberto Cofresi.
To cook it you need:
- 50 ml of white rum,
- 50 ml of coconut syrup,
- 100 ml of pineapple juice,
- Lime,
- Pineapple slice and leaves for decoration,
- Crushed ice,
- A straw.
The ingredients are mixed in a shaker or blender, the main task is to grind them so that the consistency becomes homogeneous. For serving, use a glass called “sling”. A pineapple slice and its leaf serve as an ornament on the edge of the glass.
4. Cosmopolitan Cocktail
An extremely fashionable cocktail became widely known after the release of the series “Sex and the City”, where the heroines drank the drink at parties. And he was invented by Dale de Gough - a mixologist from America in the 70s.
The composition of the cocktail:
- Vodka with citrus flavor - 30 ml,
- Triple Sec - 15 ml,
- Cranberry drink - 30 ml,
- Lime,
- Orange slice for decoration,
- Ice
The ingredients are mixed in a shaker with a strainer, the lime is squeezed by hand or using a citrus press. You can decorate the cocktail zest, removed from the orange slices. Serve it in a cocktail glass on a high leg.
5. Margarita Cocktail
Famous socialite Margarita Simes requested a new cocktail for her party in 1948. This is how the incomparable “Margarita” appeared, which even has its own “birthday” - February 22. Prepare "Margarita" can be as follows:
- 50 ml of tequila,
- 25 ml orange liqueur,
- 10 ml of sugar syrup,
- Lime,
- Salt,
- Ice
Everything is mixed in a shaker and poured through a strainer into a Margarita glass. Do not forget about the edging of a glass of salt and a slice of lime.
6. Cocktail Vesper
This cocktail is named after the legendary sweetheart of James Bond - Vesper Lynd. She was the only woman who settled in the heart of 007.
It includes:
- 45 ml of gin,
- 15 ml of vodka,
- 5 ml of vermouth,
- Lemon,
- Ice,
- Peel for decoration.
Everything is simple: the ingredients are mixed in a shaker and poured into a cocktail glass through a strainer. You can decorate the cocktail zest of lemon or lime.
7. Bloody Mary Cocktail
Cocktail, evoking fear with one of its name, but not losing popularity - “Bloody Mary”, is named in honor of the English Queen Mary Tudor, who was called “bloody” for numerous reprisals against Protestants. He was invented by Fernand Petio - a bartender from the Paris restaurant “Harry's New York Bar”.
Preparing a cocktail like this:
- 50 ml of vodka,
- 100 ml of tomato juice,
- Tabasco Sauce,
- Worcester Sauce,
- Salt and pepper,
- Lemon,
- Ice,
- Celery stalk for decoration.
Mix cocktail in a shaker, squeeze lemon juice with your hands. Pour into a highball, sprinkle with pepper and salt and garnish with a celery stalk. An important point: the shaker can not actively shake, you just need to shake gently.
8. Cocktail “White Russian”
This cocktail was the king of discos back in the 80s, and thanks to the movie “Big Lebowski”, released in 1998, the popularity of the drink reached a new level.
Its composition is:
- 30 ml of vodka,
- 30 ml of coffee liqueur,
- 30 ml of cream,
- Ice
For serving, you can take a “Old Fashion” glass or a small shot. The ingredients are mixed in a glass with a bar spoon and the cocktail is drunk in one gulp.
9. Cocktail B-52
For the first time a cocktail was served by the bartenders of Alice, which is in Malibu. It is called the Russian secret bomber, which was never completed.
To prepare you need:
- 15 ml of coffee liqueur,
- 15 ml “Irish Cream”,
- 15 ml of Triple Seca.
With the help of a bar spoon you need to lay the cocktail layers in a shot. First pour in the liquor, then gently “Irish Cream” along the handle of the spoon and last but not least, Triple Sec. At the end of the drink effectively set on fire.
10. Daiquiri Cocktail
For the first time, “Daiquiri” appeared in Cuba, where a man named Jenning Cox decided to mix rum, sugar and lime in one glass with ice. The cocktail got its name due to the village “Daiquiri”, where it was invented.
It is prepared as follows:
- 60 ml of white rum,
- 15 ml of sugar syrup,
- Lime,
- Ice
Everything is mixed in a shaker and poured into a glass through a strainer. Usually, the cocktail is not decorated with anything, but you can make a border of brown sugar around the edge of the glass.
11. Cocktail Alexander
The legend of the cocktail “Alexander” is associated with the great commander Alexander the Great, it is his name that bears this drink. The cocktail itself was first served by the bartender in England to the court, thanks to which he received the title “Sir”.
Preparing a cocktail like this:
- 30 ml of gin,
- 30 ml of coffee liqueur,
- 30 ml heavy cream,
- Ice,
- Ground nutmeg for decoration.
All components are mixed in a shaker and poured into a cocktail glass. Cocktail to sprinkle with nutmeg on top.
12. Tequila Sunrise Cocktail
According to legend, there is a sacred place on earth where you can find incredible energy at dawn on the day of the equinox - the 60-meter pyramid in the town of Teotihuacan. Cocktail “Tequila Sunrise” was created as part of a ritual to acquire this energy and is called “Fire Water” in this area.
What is needed for cooking:
- 50 ml of tequila,
- 10 ml of grenadine,
- 150 ml of orange juice,
- Orange slice for decoration,
- Pipe,
- Ice
The drink is mixed right in the highball, then it is filled with ice, decorated with an orange slice and a straw.
13. Cocktail Medusa
The “Medusa” puff cocktail became famous thanks to the astronomer Paul Fischer, who was able to see the “Medusa” and “Crab-like” nebulae after only a few drunk cocktails.
What you need for a cocktail:
- 10 ml of absinthe,
- 20 ml of cocoa liquor,
- 20 ml Triple Seca,
- 5 ml Irish Krema.
A glass of cocoa liquor is poured into the glass, then with the help of a bar spoon Triple Sec and absinthe are gently poured, and at the end - Irish Cream, drop by drop through a straw.
14. Gin and tonic cocktail
Escaping malaria in India, the English army used tonic in large quantities. However, in order to diversify this drink, gin was added to it. This cocktail is not only uplifting, but also perfectly refreshed in the heat.
Cocktail is prepared as follows:
- 50 ml of gin,
- 150 ml tonic,
- Lime,
- Ice
The ingredients are mixed in a shaker, squeezing a slice of lime. Then the cocktail is poured into the highball through the strainer.
15. Cocktail Sex on the beach
Well, where without the popular cocktail with the provocative name “Sex on the Beach”! He provokes and lures, for which he was so fond of the heroes of the series “Santa Barbara”.
You can cook it like this:
- 50 ml of vodka,
- 25 ml of peach liquor,
- 40 ml of pineapple juice and cranberry juice,
- Pineapple and raspberry for decoration,
- Ice
In a shaker, you need to mix all the ingredients, pour over a strainer from a glass of “sling” and decorate with a slice of pineapple and raspberries.
Non-alcoholic cocktails
People who prefer sober fun and pleasant communication with friends will surely appreciate you as a bartender is much higher if you have non-alcoholic cocktails in your arsenal. They are based on milk, ice cream, ripe fruits and berries, as well as syrups, juices and even eggs.
16. Rainbow Cocktail
For example, the cocktail called “Rainbow” does not contain alcohol, it contains: 70 ml of orange and peach juice, sprite, grenadine and “Blue Curacao” syrup. First, grenadine is poured into a “sling” or highball glass, then with the help of a bar spoon it is placed in layers of juice, and at the end - blue “Curacao” blue syrup. Before filling, you should pour ice into a glass, and you can decorate it with an orange slice and a straw tube.
17. Fiesta
Drink “Fiesta” includes: 2 ml of raspberry syrup, 8 ml of passion fruit and orange juice, 2 ml of cream. All you need to whip in a shaker with ice and pour into a shot. You can drink it in one gulp or in small sips.
18. Cocktail Red Arrow
A red arrow is served in a glass of Irish coffee. For its preparation it is necessary to mix in a blender: 20 ml of lemon juice, 10 ml of caramel and vanilla syrups, 100 ml of cranberry juice, a little ginger and strawberry to taste. Ingredients are carefully frayed and heated, that is, drink a cocktail in hot form. The edges of the glass can be decorated with sugar, smeared with a lemon slice.
19. Cocktail EggNog
The famous “EggNog” drink is a variation of “Gogol-egol”, it is both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Take 2 cups of milk, ground nutmeg and 1 cup of cream. The mixture should be heated over low heat. Meanwhile, yolks of 5 eggs and sugar should be rubbed, then put on the fire and heated until the mass becomes white. Carefully add the yolks into the milk mixture and beat well. Cocktail is a little cool and serve in cups or highballs, decorating with nutmeg.
20. Chocolate Shake Cocktail
Dairy necks, so popular among adults and children, are made on the basis of milk and ice cream. For example, for a chocolate neck you will need: 1/4 cup of chocolate syrup, 1 cup of milk and a few balls of vanilla ice cream. All ingredients must be whipped in a blender or shaker and poured into a tall glass with a straw. To taste, you can add grated banana, strawberries, raspberries and other fruits to the drink.
21. Non-alcoholic mojito cocktail
Mojito, which is so popular among young people, is also available in two versions: with and without rum. Refreshing non-alcoholic “Mojito” can be prepared as follows: put ice on the bottom of the glass, pour 3/4 of the Sprite and some sugar syrup. In a separate container it is necessary to grind mint leaves, lemon and lime slices with Maddler. The whole mixture is added to the glass and mixed with a bar spoon, then decorated with a slice of lime and a straw.
22. Non-alcoholic punch
Cocktail called “punch” looks very much like compote. It is very simple to cook, especially since it is served in a deep container, from where it is poured into glasses. This means that a cocktail is enough for everyone. Take 0.5 liters of apple juice, 0.5 liters of ginger lemonade, sugar to taste, slices of apples and other berries as desired. All you need to heat to boil, then remove from heat and cool.
23. Blue Lagoon Cocktail
The wonderful drink “Blue Lagoon” not only looks very presentable, but also perfectly refreshes in the summer heat. For a non-alcoholic cocktail, you will need to: fill the highball with 3/4 cubes of ice, pour half the Blue Curacao blue liquor, add soda and lemon juice and mix with a bar spoon. You can decorate the cocktail with a slice of lemon or cocktail cherries and straws.
24. Shirley Temple Cocktail
Treat your friends to a delicious Shirley Temple cocktail. Prepare it as follows: pour ice into a highball, pour ginger lemonade and add grenadine syrup. Complement it with “Sprite” and decorate with a cocktail cherry or an orange slice.
25. Cocktail Honeymoon
“The gorgeous, and most importantly, healthy cocktail will no doubt be appreciated by your friends. He bears the romantic name “Honeymoon”, thanks to honey, which is part of. You can make a drink as follows: mix ice in a shaker, 100 ml of orange and apple juices, as well as juice of half lime and some honey. Shake the mixture thoroughly and pour it into a glass of “Champagne Flute”. The resulting drink can be decorated with a cocktail cherry and orange zest, coiled with a bar knife. ”
26. Berry smoothies
“Faded fruits and berries are perfectly combined in the classic“ smoothie ”, which is not only a delicious cocktail, but a great drink for people leading an exceptionally healthy lifestyle. As a rule, smoothies are made without sugar, the standard recipe includes: fruits or berries, ground in a blender and lemon or apple juice. Optionally, you can add yogurt, milk with ice cream or honey to the cocktail.
27. Ginger lemonade
Ginger lemonade becomes an excellent basis for many soft drinks at a party. It is quite simple to cook: you need to take sliced ginger root, sugar, lemon slices and add lemon juice squeezed through a citrus press. The mixture must be put on the fire and boil, then cool and allow to infuse for an hour, after receiving the ginger.
28. Frappe Cocktail
Another cocktail based on milk and ice cream vaguely resembles a milky one, but is called differently - “Frappé”. You can add to the main ingredients coffee, hot chocolate, bananas, strawberries, vanilla or ground berries. Here is the recipe for the most delicious banana-chocolate “Frappe”: beat a glass of milk, a few balls of ice cream and a banana in a blender until a uniform consistency is formed. Pour the cocktail into the highball, then gently insert the bar spoon and pour liquid chocolate onto the bottom of the glass along its handle. You can simplify this process by pouring chocolate through a cocktail tube.
29. Cocktail with green tea
It perfectly tones and refreshes a drink based on green tea. It contains a whole complex of vitamins and gives a charge of cheerfulness, which will undoubtedly have a positive effect on the general condition of the body. To prepare a cocktail, take: 1 glass of freshly brewed green tea, half a glass of apple juice and ice. Fill the shaker with ice, add all the ingredients and shake well. Served in a highboll with a straw, if desired, it can be decorated with a slice of lemon.
30. Apricot Shake
To top it off, I want to share with you the recipe for a wonderful cocktail, which by the way will be necessary not only at a noisy party, but also in the family circle, because children love it very much. This is a delicious apricot shake, which is prepared in the following way: put in a blender a few pitted apricots, pour half a cup of milk, a quarter cup of low-fat yogurt and 30 ml of orange juice. Mix everything and pour into a highball. Serve a cocktail with a decoration of orange peel and grated chocolate. Believe me, your little ones will be delighted with such a treat! ”
Unique, incendiary and original parties will always be fun, if you carefully think about filling the home bar. Take care of your guests: offer them an exciting program, good music and homemade cocktails and they will definitely come to you again and again.
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