Weekends
If you feel like there aren’t enough days in a weekend, you’re doing it wrong!
Lucky for you, we’ve got a solution. Make the most of your weekends and get together with good friends, mix up great cocktails, and create fabulous memories to see you through the following week.
We’re talking about delicious cocktails for your Friday happy hour, easy cocktails to make for Saturday quiz night, and the best cocktails to serve with your Sunday brunch or lunch.
Get that holiday feeling with The Mixer’s collection of weekend faves.
What Is Crodino? Italy’s Non-Alcoholic Aperitivo Explained
If there’s one place that’s mastered the art of slowing down and savouring the moment, it’s Italy. Hell, they’ve even built an entire pre-dinner culture around it—aperitivo hour! And when you consider just how crowded that world is with spritzes, bitters, cocktails, and age-old rituals, standing out takes something truly delicious. That’s what makes Crodino’s story so special. In a country that practically wrote the book on all things aperitivo, […]
The Blue Agave Story: The Heart of Tequila
Tequila’s soul is written into the red and grey earth of Jalisco, Mexico. Beneath wide skies, the long, spiny leaves of the blue agave plant reach toward the sun, silently converting sunlight and terroir into the sugars that define Mexican tequila. This is where every bottle begins its journey, and understanding what makes 100% blue agave tequila so extraordinary starts with understanding […]
2026 Cocktail Trends: What You Should Be Drinking This Year
If 2025 was resilience in a shaker, then 2026 is all about intention. We’re stepping into the era where less is more and the experience is everything. Fewer rounds, better choices and cocktails that feel considered, balanced and worth savouring. Fuelled by rising costs, wellness trends, cultural shifts and a renewed interest in home gatherings, 2026 cocktail trends are mindful and refined with a lovely touch of nostalgia. Explore our 10 biggest future cocktail trends with our two experts and […]
Mexican Dessert Cocktails: Sweet After-Dinner Drinks with a Twist
Mexican dessert cocktails bring together the warming, indulgent flavours people love in classic Mexican sweets, from rich chocolate and cinnamon to caramel and coffee. These deep flavours pair beautifully with tequila, giving dessert cocktails a comforting, after-dinner feel that suits UK palates. Tequila’s natural notes of vanilla, gentle spice, and roasted agave make it an appealing […]
Cocktails with Place Names: Discover the Stories Behind the Serves
Ever wondered why there are so many cocktails with place names? From the Manhattan to the Mai Tai, these drinks carry more than flavour; they tell stories. Each one captures a moment in time, a spark of wanderlust, or a slice of culture from somewhere worth remembering. Some were born in luxury hotels or seaside […]
10 Must-Try Maple Syrup Cocktails
Maple syrup cocktails are having a major moment, and we’re here for it. This pancake-loving classic is a total game-changer behind the bar, adding delicious depth to clinkers of all kinds. It also plays beautifully with big personalities like Wild Turkey 101, SKYY Vodka, Appleton Estate rum, and Bulldog Gin, elevating both classics and modern […]
Celebrate National Spritz Day with the Perfect Summer Spritz
National Spritz Day is your sign to slow down, sip something sparkly, and celebrate summer in style. Every August 1st, this day honours the iconic Aperol Spritz, a bold, bubbly cocktail that’s gained the rep of being the ultimate summer vibe. Think low-ABV bliss, clinking glasses, and a sunny summer spritz party with friends. *Bliss* […]
10 Quick and Simple Tequila Cocktails for Beginners
Good news, cocktail fans! When it comes to simple tequila drinks, you don’t need fancy tools or a mixology degree to create something seriously satisfying. Tequila is a versatile, flavour-packed spirit that plays well with a handful of ingredients and a little bit of confidence. In fact, you can make every cocktail on this list […]
Why Is There a Worm in Tequila? (Hint: It’s Not Really Tequila!)
Let’s clear something up straight away: the tequila worm isn’t a real thing. That legendary little critter has never been a part of the tequila legacy. Not once. But that hasn’t stopped generations of thrill-seekers from repeating the myth, swearing by tall tales of hallucinations, virility, and epic dares. So where did this idea come […]
Why SKYY Premade Martinis Are the Perfect Ready-to-Serve Cocktails
Stop the presses! SKYY RTS Martinis have arrived, riding the wave of the ready-to-serve cocktail trend, and we’re here for it. With more people enjoying bar-quality drinks at home, these expertly crafted Martinis tap into the demand for effortless options with a premium edge. Available in Cosmopolitan and Espresso Martini variants, these ready-to-drink beauties are […]
Shiso Cocktails: The Herbaceous Twist Your Drinks Have Been Missing
If you haven’t tried shiso cocktails yet, it’s time to shake things up, friend! This fragrant Japanese herb has been a staple in kitchens for centuries, but creative cocktail afficionados are now using it to add a fresh, citrusy, slightly spicy edge to crafty clinkers. It plays well with all kinds of spirits, including gin, […]
How to Make Classic 90s Cocktails with SKYY Vodka
The 90s were a time of bold fashion, iconic music, and unforgettable cocktails that redefined social occasions. It was during this era that SKYY Vodka stepped into the limelight. It was crafted with a daring mission: to create the perfect Martini. Fast forward to today, and with 90s trends making a stylish comeback, SKYY remains […]