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Get your nearest and dearest over for a get together and enjoy the moment stress-free with party planning tips from The Mixer. Whatever the occasion, size and theme, we've got you covered.
10 New Orleans-Inspired Cocktails to Make this Mardi Gras
When spring breezes start to play in the leaves of the live oaks and magnolias that line the lively streets of New Orleans, it’s time to whip up Mardi Gras cocktails and let the festivities begin! If you can’t make it to southern Louisiana to join the celebrations in person, take your pick from our […]
How to Plan a Wedding in 3 Months (Steps & Checklist)
Okay, so figuring out how to plan a wedding in three months or less can seem a tad stressful. The good news is that you can 100% pull off a short-notice nuptial celebration with proper planning. We’ve done it before! It’s possible, friend! The trick is to stay super organized, which is easy to do if […]
7 Effortless Winter Vodka Cocktails for Easy Entertaining
Winter vodka cocktails are a great addition to any frosty-weather shindig. Vodka is a wonderfully versatile spirit with a clear, clean taste that pairs well with any flavor, from sweet to savory and dry to spicy. As such, there is a huge variety of vodka-based cocktails you can make for wintery get-togethers, which is fantastic […]
The Perfect Mix: Monica Berg
Have you ever wondered what the world’s best bartender lists as her favorite cocktails? What bar equipment she simply can’t live without? How she manages to keep coming up with brilliant new drink ideas? What trends she’s excited about, or what she’d do to change the bar industry? The Mixer spoke to multi-award-winning bartender Monica […]
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14 Egg-citing Easter Cocktails to Celebrate a Hoppy Spring in 2023
Easter is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some delicious Easter cocktails? Whether you’re hosting a springtime brunch or just looking to enjoy some festive drinks, these cocktails will put a spring in your step. From sweet and fruity to bubbly and refreshing, there’s something for everyone in this […]
5 of the Best Oscar Party Ideas + 10 Cocktails for the 2023 Awards Night
Calling all movie and cocktail lovers! The Mixer has rounded up the best Oscar party ideas for 2023. After all, your Academy Awards viewing party has got to be the talk of the town, honey! From Oscar cocktails that really lean into the theme, and after-party approved snacks (from the official 2023 Oscars celeb chef […]
15 Mother’s Day Cocktails for an Extra Special Celebration
Good news, friends! We’ve rounded up fifteen amazing Mother’s Day cocktails to help you celebrate mom on her special day. To be fair, we owe the tireless caregivers in our lives a whole lot more than a fancy mixed drink to thank them for keeping us fed, clothed, (somewhat) clean, and alive during our formative […]
How to Host the Ultimate 1950s Cocktail Party
Getting ready to host a rollicking 1950s cocktail party? That’s the ticket, cool cat! Themed parties are always a gas, and we’ll get you sorted with everything you need to know to set the scene for a swinging shindig second to none. The rise of the cocktail party in the 1950s Cocktail parties were a […]
17 Best Super Bowl Cocktail Ideas in 2023 & How to Batch
Super Bowl Sunday would not be complete without a few Super Bowl cocktails. Sure, you could go with a keg or a few brewskies, but we just know you’re ready to level up. After all, it’s not every day the Kansas City Chiefs square off against the Philadelphia Eagles at the State Farm Stadium in […]
12 St. Patrick’s Day Cocktail Recipes to Make on March 17th
When the clovers grow thick and a pot o’ gold glints at the end of the rainbow, it’s time to pour some St. Patrick’s Day cocktails and say sláinte! There’s a bit of Leprechaun energy in us all, lads and lasses, and it tends to come out on St. Paddy’s, so best you heed the […]
Ultimate Guide to Throwing a Murder Mystery Party
If you want to add a little whodunnit spice to your next event, throw a murder mystery party. It’s a great way to engage all your guests, and we’ve got a ‘how to plan a murder mystery party guide’ to help you to do exactly that. It takes a little work to set up, but […]
14 Irish Cocktails to Serve All Year Round
The best kind of Irish cocktails are a lot like limericks – quirky, amusing, and lots of fun to share with family and friends. To set the scene for a festive St Patrick’s Day, beautiful Bealtaine (May Day), and all sorts of craic-infused DIY get-togethers, we rounded up a selection of 14 cocktails with plenty […]
7 Easy Scotch Cocktails to Make at Your Next Shindig
Gather round wee lassies and laddies, because we’re off to the land that invented the nectar of the gods! That’s right, it’s time for a Scotch cocktail adventure, so throw on your best tartan, grab a walking stick and let’s hit the road. 1. Scotch Old Fashioned The Old Fashioned is not only a delicious […]
Feel Like Royalty with these 10 Classic British Cocktails
Friends, cocktail drinkers, and countrymen! Lend us your taste buds because we’re about to embark on a boozy journey of discovery around the United Kingdom. That’s right, we’re talking British cocktails today, and by Jove, are you in for a tasty treat! We’ve got whiskey, vodka, bourbon, and, as you’d expect from the British, a […]
10 Chinese-Inspired Cocktails to Celebrate the Chinese New Year
Chinese cocktails are enjoying a well-deserved moment in the spotlight right now, and we love the delicate, exotic flavors these mixed drinks bring to the party. Ideal for celebrating occasions like the Lunar New Year, it’s also perfect for casual get-togethers like DIY dumpling night, or at-home screenings of movies like The Battle at Lake […]
12 Rye Whiskey Cocktails to Make at Home
If sugar, spice, and everything nice is your thing, you’ll love our list of best rye cocktails. We’ve got everything from icons and stalwarts, to riffs upon riffs of new and exciting drinks. There’s something for everyone, and even if the spicy edge of rye makes you nervous, we guarantee there’s a cocktail in here […]
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Jump on the Latest Boba Cocktail Trend with These 3 Cocktails
If you spend a fair amount of time on TikTok or Instagram as a foodie, odds are you’ve come across a few gorgeous-looking boba cocktails by now. So fun, right? Also known as bubble tea, or pearl milk tea, these cute, photogenic drinks have actually been a thing in most Asian countries since the 1980s. […]
20 Aperol Cocktail Recipes to Try Today
For over a hundred years, Aperol cocktail recipes have been tantalizing cocktail drinkers the world over. Its vibrant orange color and flavor with its blend of flowers, herbs, and roots give it an unmistakable presence in any glass. The Aperol Spritz is often credited for cementing its iconic status, but the number of Aperol cocktail […]
20 Apple Cider Cocktail Recipes To Spice Up Your Fall
Celebrate this wonderful season by sipping on these delicious apple cider cocktail recipes, packed with all the fall flavors and ideal to share with your loved ones on Thanksgiving, Christmas or at a get-together. From spicy twists to the classics like Mojitos and Margaritas, to decadent dessert-like cocktails, apple cider is the real star of […]
13 Delicious Mule Cocktails to Make at Home
The Moscow Mule has been around since the 1940s and it’s a classic combination that’s opened up the door to loads of exciting variations and twists. We’ve searched far and wide and have done all the donkey work to find the best mule cocktails you can easily make at home. If you didn’t know any […]
10 Cocktails to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth
So, get this, our recent lifestyle survey revealed that all genders (men included!) prefer sweet-tasting cocktails. A whopping 40% of all respondents chose sweet-tasting cocktails, followed by fruity cocktails (28%). Bitter flavors were much lower on the list. To lean into this trend, here are 10 cocktails to satisfy just about any sweet tooth. […]
11 Most Popular Après Ski Drinks After a Day at the Snow
Après Ski drinks is a popular pastime enjoyed in ski countries across the globe. It’s a French term, which literally means “after-ski” and for many, this drinks tradition is just as important as the skiing itself. So, if you’re reading this from your mountain lodge in Aspen (lucky you!), or if you’re stuck at […]