Birthday Party
Happy birthday! **Cue sparkles, streamers, and balloons**
If you are getting ready to host a birthday party to celebrate another trip around the sun, it’s time to consider signature cocktails, friend! Luckily for you, the team at The Mixer are suckers for a good old birthday shindig, and we’ve rounded up a selection of cocktails that are perfect for celebratory clinking.
From the easy and sophisticated Frech Martini with its gorgeous raspberry garnish, to the dreamy Bushwacker Cocktail all milkshake enthusiasts will adore, there is a cocktail out there that will tick all your must-have boxes. So whether you will only be pouring one or two, or need to make big batch drinks to serve a crowd, we’ve got you sorted. Take a look to find your fave!
Tequila Espresso Martini
Cinnamon Espresso Martini
Rome with a View
Coconut Margarita
Mezcal Old Fashioned
Smoked Old Fashioned
Tequila Negroni recipe
Clementine Martini
Non-Alcoholic Horchata
Italian Paloma
Mezcal Paloma
Paloma Mocktail
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