Nothing livens a party up more than cocktails. Aside from muting the intense alcohol flavours, cocktails do a great job of making everything around the liquor tastier. Cocktails also offer a new way of enjoying your favourite liquor.
Drinking the same alcoholic drink and the same brand repeatedly can get pretty stale after some time, and the fresh take these cocktails offer mixes things up, figuratively and literally. Party cocktails are a dime a dozen, so combing through all of them to find the cream of the crop can be pretty hard. But once you find the right one for you, trust that it’ll be a permanent fixture at your parties.
Luckily for you, we have managed to find the ten best party cocktails for you and your friends to enjoy. Would you like to know what these party cocktails are? Read the article to find out.
A Brief History of Cocktails
While cocktails don’t trace their roots back to the BCE like liquors, the existence of cocktails is relatively old as well, with the earliest mention of the term first being seen in a magazine in 1803. As for its name, no one knows precisely how the name came about, but the consensus is that the name came from the United Kingdom.
The name “cocktail,” before being used as a reference to a drink, was used for horses. There needed to be a term for horses which are not thoroughbred; hence, they came up with the name cocktail.
The first instance of the word “cocktail” referring to a drink was back in 1806 in an article explaining what cocktail drinks are. According to the article, cocktails are comprised of bitters, water, sugar, and liquor, and this formula is essentially what’s still being used to this day.
While today’s cocktail recipes still follow the base formula of using bitters, sugar, liquor and water, advancements in technology and further improvements in established recipes gave birth to different unique cocktails.
10 Tasty Party Cocktails for You and Your Friends to Enjoy
Parties are more fun when there’s liquor involved, and liquor is more fun when you mix them with other fantastic ingredients. Some people might find the taste of pure liquor unappealing, so going the cocktail route is usually the best thing for them. Others just enjoy the mixture of different flavours that cocktails provide.
Whatever your reason for liking cocktails, there is sure to be something that will suit your taste. With that being said, here are 10 tasty party cocktails for you and your friends to enjoy:
Mojito
Mojitos are some of the most well-known cocktails worldwide, and for a good reason: they are easy to make, and they go down smoothly. This Cuban cocktail is a staple cocktail anywhere because of the different flavour profiles you can get from it.
Here’s how you can make your own Mojito
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Piña Colada
If you want to give your liquor a tropical kick, then Piña Colada is the perfect cocktail for you. Utilising the sweetness of pineapple juice and the creaminess of coconut cream, you’ll feel like you’re relaxing on the beach whenever you take a sip of this classic party cocktail!
Here’s how you can make your own Piña Colada
Suggested Liquor Brands:
Pampero Blanco White Rum
Rum Punch
The Rum Punch is a perfect cocktail for those who like their drinks sweet. The combination of various sweet ingredients balances out the strong flavour of the rum, creating an enjoyably light drinking experience. This cocktail is a must-try if you want to find a new way to enjoy your rum.
Here’s how you can make your own Rum Punch
Recommended Liquor Brands:
Tanduay Gold Asian Rum 7 Years
Cosmopolitan
The best way to balance out sweetness is to add a little bit of sour flavour profiles into the mix. This concept of contrasting flavours is what Cosmopolitan does well. Mixing the sour notes from the lime juice and the sweetness of cranberry juice, this cocktail is guaranteed to hit all the right spots, whatever they may be.
Here’s how you can make your own Cosmopolitan
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Pineapple Mimosa
Mimosas are also one of those classic party cocktails that you will find virtually anywhere. Famous for its different layers of flavour, this cocktail offers a smooth, fruity taste, followed by the fizz from the champagne, and finished with that distinct vodka kick. Are you looking for a cocktail that is always fresh and never goes out of style? then the Pineapple Mimosa is your best bet!
Here’s how you can make your own Pineapple Mimosa
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Espresso Martini
The Espresso Martini is also one of the classic party cocktails, and it’s highly touted not just for its unique look but also for its unique flavour. Combining the buzz that coffee and vodka give its drinkers and the distinct, roasted coffee flavour notes, this party cocktail is one of the most unique and universally loved cocktails.
Here’s how you can make your own Espresso Martini
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Caipirinha
Looking to give your party a little Brazilian flavour? Caipirinha has got you covered! One of the most well-known cocktails globally, Caipirinhas are simple and straight to the point, but they get the job done. Utilising just a minimal number of ingredients like lime, sugar and cachaca, this cocktail manages to offer a refreshing take on the way we consume our liquor.
Here’s how you can make your own Caipirinha
Recommended Liquor Brands
Sagatiba Cristalina Cachaca Rum
Margarita
No talk about cocktails is complete without mentioning Margaritas. Deceptively easy to make because of the availability of its ingredients, this party cocktail’s flavour will make you think that it was made using fancy equipment and ingredients. The combination of tequila, orange liqueur, and lime is a match made in cocktail heaven, and it's something you have to try at least once in your life.
Here’s how you can make your own Margarita
Recommended Liquor Brands
Grand Marnier Cognac Liqueur D Orange
Jose Cuervo Reposado Gold Tequila
Long Island Iced Tea
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You’d be forgiven for thinking that you’re actually looking at an iced tea when you see this cocktail, but Long Island Iced Tea is anything but. Combining a staggering variety of liquors, this party cocktail will liven the party up in no time. This drink also features the sweet and sour notes of cola to balance the mix, making for an exciting drinking experience.
Here’s how you can make your own Long Island Iced Tea
Recommended Liquor Brands
Tanduay Gold Asian Rum 7 Years
Grand Marnier Cognac Liqueur D Orange
Mint Julep
Mint Julep is one of those cocktails that are easy to make yet taste like a million bucks. With just a simple combination of bourbon, mint leaves, sugar and water, what you get is a smooth cocktail that is perfect for any occasion.
Here’s how you can make your own Mint Julep
Recommended Liquor Brands
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Eagle Rare Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Conclusion
Planning a party is time-consuming and often stressful, but you can cross out the day’s refreshments off the list with these cocktails. Aside from each with which to make these party cocktails, they are also delicious and satisfying, and your parties will never be bland with one or two of these tasty drinks on tap.
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