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Gin tonic
2 min

Gin & Tonic

(1)

The perfect balance of premium gin and high-quality tonic water, served ice-cold in a balloon glass with precise technique.

London Dry Gin
Radler shandy
2 min

Radler

(0)

A refreshing Bavarian beer cocktail mixing crisp lager with sparkling lemonade in perfect 1:1 balance

Lager
Vermouth spritz
3 min

Vermouth Spritz

(0)

The ultimate Italian aperitivo cocktail featuring vermouth, prosecco, and soda water in the perfect 3-2-1 ratio.

Sweet Vermouth
Negroni sbagliato
3 min

Negroni Sbagliato

(1)

A sparkling twist on the classic Negroni, this "mistaken" cocktail combines Campari and sweet vermouth with effervescent Prosecco for a lighter, refreshing aperitif.

Italian Bitter
Sweet Vermouth
Prosecco
Kalimotxo
2 min

Kalimotxo

(2)

A refreshing Spanish cocktail combining equal parts dry red wine and cola, creating a unique balance of sweetness and tartness.

Red Wine
Campari shandy
3 min

Campari Shandy

(1)

A vibrant, refreshing cocktail that marries the bittersweet complexity of Campari with the crisp effervescence of beer and a splash of citrus.

Lager
Italian Bitter
Paloma
3 min

Paloma

(0)

Mexico's most beloved tequila cocktail featuring fresh grapefruit, lime, and a hint of sweetness with a salted rim.

Blanco Tequila
Spaghett
2 min

Spaghett

(0)

A refreshing beertail combining beer with Aperol and lemon juice for a fizzy, bittersweet Italian-inspired drink.

Lager
Italian Bitter
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Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • London Dry Gin
    50 ml
  • Tonic Water
    150 ml
  • Lime
    1 wedge

Method

  1. Fill the balloon glass completely with large ice cubes, packing them from rim to rim for maximum chill.
  2. Measure and pour 50ml of gin directly over the ice, then stir briefly to chill.
  3. Squeeze the lime wedge over the gin to express oils, then drop it into the glass.
  4. Gently pour the chilled tonic water down the back of a bar spoon to preserve carbonation, filling to the top.
  5. Give one gentle stir to integrate ingredients and serve immediately.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Lager
    250 ml
  • Lemon Soda
    250 ml
  • Lemon
    1 slice

Method

  1. Pre-chill pint glass in freezer for 10 minutes. Ensure beer and lemonade are well-chilled to 4°C.
  2. Pour beer first into chilled glass, filling halfway (250ml) to minimize foam head loss.
  3. Slowly add sparkling lemonade (250ml) down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation.
  4. Gently stir with bar spoon for 5-10 seconds to blend without killing carbonation.
  5. Garnish with lemon slice and serve immediately. No ice needed.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Sweet Red Vermouth
    50 ml
  • Prosecco
    75 ml
  • Soda Water
    25 ml
  • Orange Slice
    1 slice
  • Olive
    2 pinches

Method

  1. Fill a large wine glass generously with ice cubes
  2. Pour 75ml chilled prosecco first to coat the ice and preserve effervescence
  3. Add 50ml sweet red vermouth, pouring gently over the prosecco
  4. Top with 25ml chilled soda water for extra fizz
  5. Gently stir with bar spoon for 1-2 turns to integrate without deflating bubbles
  6. Garnish with fresh orange slice and thyme sprig, expressing oils over the drink
  7. Serve immediately while carbonation is at its peak

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Campari
    30 ml
  • Sweet Red Vermouth
    30 ml
  • Prosecco
    60 ml
  • Orange Slice
    1 piece

Method

  1. Fill a rocks glass with large ice cubes, preferably one large cube or a few chunky pieces to minimize dilution.
  2. Pour 30ml Campari directly over the ice, followed by 30ml sweet red vermouth.
  3. Top with 60ml well-chilled Prosecco, pouring gently to preserve the bubbles.
  4. Give the drink one or two gentle stirs with a bar spoon to combine ingredients while maintaining carbonation.
  5. Express the oils of an orange twist over the drink, then drop it in, or simply garnish with a fresh orange wheel.
  6. Serve immediately while the Prosecco is still effervescent and well-chilled.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Red Wine
    100 ml
  • Coca Cola
    100 ml
  • Lemon Wheel
    1 piece

Method

  1. Fill a highball glass generously with ice cubes to ensure the drink stays cold and properly diluted.
  2. Pour 100ml of dry red wine over the ice, using an inexpensive Spanish wine or any dry red wine you have available.
  3. Slowly add 100ml of cola, pouring gently to preserve carbonation and prevent excessive foaming.
  4. Stir very gently with a bar spoon just to combine the ingredients without losing the cola's effervescence.
  5. Garnish with a fresh lemon wedge, giving it a gentle squeeze to release citrus oils before dropping it in the drink.
  6. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy, optionally with a straw for easier drinking.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Campari
    60 ml
  • Lime Juice
    10 ml
  • Lager
    350 ml
  • Lime
    1 wedge

Method

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes to chill the glass and keep the drink cold throughout service.
  2. Using a jigger, measure and pour 60ml of Campari into the glass, allowing it to settle over the ice.
  3. Add 10ml of freshly squeezed lime juice to brighten the flavors and provide citrusy balance.
  4. Slowly pour 350ml of well-chilled light lager or pale ale into the glass, pouring gently to preserve the beer's carbonation.
  5. Using a bar spoon, gently stir the mixture once or twice to combine the ingredients without losing too much effervescence.
  6. Garnish with a lime wedge placed on the rim of the glass and serve immediately while the drink is well-chilled and fizzy.

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Blanco Tequila
    60 ml
  • Grapefruit Soda
    90 ml
  • Lime Juice
    15 ml
  • Salt
    1 pinch
  • Grapefruit
    1 wedge

Method

  1. Prepare the glass by rubbing a grapefruit wedge around the rim, then dip the rim into coarse sea salt spread on a small plate
  2. Add tequila and lime juice to the glass
  3. Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes
  4. Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine all ingredients
  5. Top with chilled grapefruit soda and stir once more very gently
  6. Garnish with a fresh grapefruit wedge and serve immediately

Quick recipe

Ingredients

  • Aperol
    30 ml
  • Lemon Juice
    15 ml
  • Lager
    1 bottle
  • Lemon
    1 wedge

Method

  1. Open the beer bottle and carefully pour out (or drink) approximately 60ml (2 oz) to create space for the other ingredients, or pour the entire beer into a chilled tall glass if preferred.
  2. Using a jigger, measure and add 30ml of Aperol directly into the beer bottle or glass.
  3. Add 15ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the mixture.
  4. If using the bottle method, cover the bottle opening with your thumb and gently swirl or invert to mix the ingredients. If using a glass, stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
  5. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy. Garnish with a lemon wedge if desired.

Cocktail Difficulty Levels

We’ve added a difficulty rating to every cocktail so you’ll know what to expect before you start mixing. It’s not about being “hard” or “easy” in the strict sense—it’s about how much preparation, skill, and hunting for ingredients you’ll need.

  • Beginner – Quick builds or simple shakes with common ingredients you’ll likely already have at home. Perfect for beginners or a casual evening.

  • Intermediate – A bit more technique (stirring, shaking, muddling, layering) and a few extra ingredients. You might need to buy one or two bottles or garnishes you don’t already stock.

  • Advanced – Multiple steps, specialty techniques (infusions, syrups, foams), or rare ingredients. These drinks take more effort and planning, but reward you with something truly impressive.

The rating is based on things like the number of ingredients, how rare they are, and the skills needed to bring the cocktail together.

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