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Your Pitcher-Perfect Guide to Batching Cocktails for a Party
Batching cocktails can seem a little tricky at first blush, but it’s fun and easy to do once you know the basics. The joy of batched drinks really comes into play when you’re in charge of cocktails for a party and don’t want to spend the whole night shaking up single-serving sippers. If you’re looking […]
8 Tasty Elderflower Cocktail Recipes that Are as Pretty as a Picture
If you love a drink that is fresh, fruity, and soft, with lingering notes of pear, lychee, and tropical flavors, you’ll adore elderflower cocktails. Elderflower liqueur is a wonderful cocktail ingredient to have around the house, and can be used to make all sorts of captivating mixed drinks. Elderflowers also symbolise new beginnings, so if […]
15 of the Best Indian Cocktails to Pair with Your Next Indian Feast
Ladies and gentlemen, this is your Cocktail Captain speaking. We are currently flying at 30 000 feet, and we’re juuust about to begin our descent into the land of Indian cocktails. It’s a balmy summer day down there, but don’t worry; we’ve got a selection of cocktails to help you beat the heat. There are […]
Fan the Flames of Festivity with These 10 Falernum Cocktails
If you love all things Caribbean, you will most certainly be into Falernum cocktails. This versatile, alcohol-based syrup liqueur is made with sweet almonds, and comes to the party with flavours of ginger, lime, allspice, and cloves. Typically used in tiki cocktails and drinks that call for a rich and nutty component, it’s a great […]
8 of the Best Sake Cocktail Recipes to Clink for Good Luck
Our cherry-picked list of the best sake cocktail recipes has been compiled to showcase the singular character of this uniquely fermented Japanese rice liquor. Dry, smooth, and light in texture, with fruity and nutty aromas on the nose, sake makes an excellent base for a variety of beguiling mixed drinks. Here are a few to […]
11 Lovely Limoncello Cocktail Recipes to Try at Home
Whenever a summery pick-me-up is called for, we like to bring out this list of bright and breezy limoncello cocktail recipes that are tailor-made for easy, satisfying sipping. Whether you make your own limoncello or have a store-bought bottle handy, these quick and simple cocktail recipes with limoncello will have you living la dolce vita […]
The 11 Best Frozen Cocktails Suitable for Any Season
Get your chill on with 11 of the best frozen cocktails ever invented. The Mixer team is quite partial to a grown-up slushie situation, and we’ve rounded up 11 of the most fantastic frosties around. FYI, if you’re wondering about the best type of blender for making frozen cocktails, we always recommend the sturdiest […]
8 Summer Whiskey Cocktails that Go Down a Treat
Summer whiskey cocktails are a lovely way to cool down when the days grow longer, and the end of a long, warm day offers a lovely opportunity to slow down and sip something refreshing with some friends. Whether you are hosting an outdoor cocktail party, planning a barbeque or simply want to shake up a […]
11 Elegant Canapés for Your Next Cocktail Party
12If you’re planning a cocktail party and looking for some snack satisfaction, you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to ‘The Mixer’s cocktail party canapés kitchen!’ If you thought that was a mouthful, wait until your taste our delicious canapés! We give you two of our favourite recipes to get you started, loads of other mouth-watering […]
Fabulously Fragrant: What are Botanicals?
Botanicals and herbs have been used in cocktail-making for ages, and while it’s not a new trend, it is enjoying a surge in popularity in craft cocktail-making in home bars around the world. So, what are botanicals made from, and what do they do to our drinks? Let’s go down the garden path and check […]
How to Slay Cocktail and Food Pairings Like a Pro
Indecision doesn’t often strike when shaking up your ride-or-die cocktail, but have you struggled when picking cocktails to match food? Don’t let cocktail and food pairing get you hot under the collar – follow our easy guide to choosing the best cocktails and food to pair like a pro! Cocktails and Food: Considerations Want to […]
10 Beer Cocktails For The Win
Calling all the beer lovers! We’ve got all the beer cocktails you’ll need to enjoy your favourite brew in a whole new way. You’re in for some hoppy fun with our funky cocktails with beer, especially if you’re not a major beer fan. Here are our best 10 beer cocktails: 1. Beer Shandy If you’re […]