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Trending Gin cocktails
Discover all 'Gin' recipesEnzoni
A modern classic that elegantly bridges the gap between the Negroni and the Gin Sour, using muddled grapes to add fresh, juicy sweetness that balances Campari's bitterness.

Star Daisy
A modern classic cocktail that elegantly balances gin, apple brandy, and citrus in perfect harmony, revived by legendary bartender Sasha Petraske.

Alpine Negroni
A sophisticated, herbaceous twist on the classic Negroni featuring alpine liqueurs and botanical aromatics that evoke crisp mountain flavors.

Spanish Monk
A sophisticated gin cocktail featuring the herbal complexity of Green Chartreuse, balanced with fresh lemon juice and enriched with silky egg white foam.

Gloria Cocktail
A sophisticated Negroni-inspired cocktail combining gin, Campari, dry vermouth, and orange liqueur for a perfectly balanced bittersweet experience.

Bee’s Knees
A classic Prohibition-era cocktail that combines gin, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup for a perfectly balanced, refreshing drink that's "the bee's knees."

Emerald Isle Cocktail
A classic, elegant cocktail with a vibrant emerald green hue and refreshing minty flavor profile that combines botanical gin with crème de menthe for a sophisticated after-dinner drink.

Last Word
The Last Word is a prohibition-era classic that perfectly balances herbal, citrus, and sweet notes with just four equal parts. It’s a bold, complex cocktail that surprises you with how effortlessly it all comes together.

Lucien Gaudin
A sophisticated classic cocktail that represents a refined evolution of the Negroni family, balancing gin, Campari, orange liqueur, and dry vermouth into a harmonious aperitif.

Bramble
A modern classic cocktail created by Dick Bradsell in 1984, featuring gin, fresh lemon juice, and blackberry liqueur floated over crushed ice.

Gin Fizz
A refreshing, effervescent cocktail with gin, fresh lemon juice, and sparkling water, topped with an optional silky foam from egg white.

Aviation Cocktail
A classic gin cocktail with delicate floral notes, maraschino sweetness, and a signature pale purple hue from crème de violette.

Trending Rum cocktails
Discover all 'Rum' recipesYellow Bird
A vibrant tropical classic featuring white rum, Galliano, triple sec, and fresh lime juice in perfect harmony.

Barracuda
A vibrant tropical sparkling cocktail featuring gold rum, Galliano, fresh pineapple juice, lime, and Prosecco - an IBA-recognized celebration of Tiki culture with modern refinement.

Jungle Bird
A classic tropical cocktail that uniquely combines the bitterness of Campari with the richness of dark rum and the freshness of pineapple and lime. It’s refreshing, complex, and a guaranteed way to surprise your palate with something more adventurous than the usual rum drink.

Cuba Libre
A refreshing Cuban highball combining white rum, fresh lime juice, and cola over ice - a symbol of Cuban independence with bright citrus and effervescent charm.

Canchánchara
Cuba's oldest cocktail, a refreshing blend of rum, honey, and lime served over ice with sparkling water

Hemingway Special
A dry, rum-forward variation of the classic Daiquiri with grapefruit juice and maraschino liqueur, created for Ernest Hemingway at El Floridita bar in Havana.

Gløgg
Traditional Scandinavian mulled wine with warming spices, rum, and almonds

Old Cuban
A sophisticated cocktail combining aged rum, mint, lime, and Champagne for an elegant twist on the classic Mojito.

Dark ‘N’ Stormy
A bold and refreshing Bermudian classic featuring dark rum floated over spicy ginger beer with a lime garnish

Piña Colada
A creamy tropical cocktail blending white rum, coconut cream, and fresh pineapple juice for the ultimate island escape

Strawberry Daiquiri
A vibrant frozen cocktail blending fresh strawberries, quality white rum, and fresh lime juice for the perfect balance of fruity sweetness and tangy refreshment.

Mai Tai
The original 1944 Trader Vic's Mai Tai - a perfectly balanced tiki cocktail featuring aged rum, fresh lime, orange curaçao, and orgeat syrup over crushed ice.

Trending Tequila Cocktails
Discover all 'Tequila' recipesHoodwinked
A modern Jungle Bird variation with mezcal and Aperol, delivering smoky depth and vibrant citrus notes.

Tequila Manhattan
A sophisticated twist on the classic Manhattan, replacing whiskey with premium Añejo tequila for agave complexity

Milk Maid
A refreshing tropical cocktail combining tequila with coconut cream and lime juice.

Rosita
A refined tequila cocktail balancing bitter, sweet, and herbal notes with vermouths and Campari for depth.

Tommy’s Margarita
A refined margarita that showcases pure tequila and agave flavors without orange liqueur

Closing Argument
A sophisticated equal-parts cocktail featuring mezcal, Green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice for bold, complex flavors.

Fresh Paloma
Tequila, fresh grapefruit and lime, a touch of agave, topped with grapefruit soda in a salt-rimmed highball with ice.

Siesta Cocktail
A modern classic cocktail created in 2006 by NYC bartender Katie Stipe, blending tequila blanco with Campari and fresh citrus for a refreshing, bittersweet drink with a beautiful coral-pink hue.

Bow & Arrow
A modern classic cocktail that expertly blends smoky mezcal with bourbon, balanced by tropical pineapple and bright lime juice.

Orange Creamsicle Margarita
A creamy, nostalgic twist on the classic margarita that captures the essence of an orange creamsicle with vanilla ice cream, fresh orange juice, and tequila blanco.

Blood Brother
A striking modern tequila cocktail with cinnamon warmth and a dramatic red wine float.

Frozen Margarita
A perfectly balanced frozen cocktail blending premium tequila, fresh lime juice, and orange liqueur into a smooth, refreshing slush

Trending Whiskey Cocktails
Discover all 'Whiskey' recipesMint Julep
A classic Southern cocktail featuring bourbon, fresh mint, and crushed ice served in a traditional metal julep cup.

Trinidad Sour
A bold modern classic that daringly uses Angostura bitters as the primary ingredient, balanced with orgeat syrup and lemon juice.

Nascar Negroni
A bold American twist on the classic Negroni that substitutes bourbon for gin, creating a high-octane cocktail with rich whiskey warmth balanced by bitter Campari and sweet vermouth.

Tipperary
A classic Irish whiskey cocktail with sweet vermouth and green Chartreuse, offering herbal complexity and whiskey-forward elegance.

Hot Whisky Toddy
A warming, comforting cocktail perfect for cold weather, combining whisky, honey, lemon juice, and hot water with aromatic spices.

Boulevardier
A sophisticated whiskey-based cocktail that balances the richness of bourbon or rye with the bittersweet complexity of Campari and sweet vermouth

Vieux Carré
A classic New Orleans cocktail that masterfully blends rye whiskey and cognac with sweet vermouth, Bénédictine, and aromatic bitters for a rich, complex, and spirit-forward experience.

Whiskey Sour
A classic cocktail combining whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup, optionally enhanced with egg white for a silky foam

Bow & Arrow
A modern classic cocktail that expertly blends smoky mezcal with bourbon, balanced by tropical pineapple and bright lime juice.

Penicillin
A modern classic cocktail featuring Scotch whisky, fresh lemon juice, ginger syrup, honey syrup, and a smoky Islay Scotch float.

Left Hand
A sophisticated modern classic that bridges the Manhattan and Negroni, featuring bourbon, Campari, sweet vermouth, and chocolate bitters.

Dolce Vita
A vibrant Italian-inspired cocktail balancing bittersweet amaretto, herbal rabarbaro, and bright citrus notes in a modern riff on the classic Amaretto Sour.
