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.

The Dirty Martini Reimagined

The Dirty Martini Reimagined

Calling all Martini enthusiasts! Forget dusty old stereotypes – the Dirty Martini is having a major revival, and we’re here for this modern Martini glow-up. This guide is your passport to a world of Martini mastery.   We’ll delve into the drink’s fascinating history, then fast forward to the modern mixology scene, where bartenders are gleefully […]

Mastering Whiskey Neat: A Comprehensive Guide

Mastering Whiskey Neat: A Comprehensive Guide

This easy guide unpacks the art of drinking whiskey neat, and offers insights into what it means, how to enjoy it, and alternative methods of whiskey consumption. From understanding the concept of ‘neat’ to exploring different whiskey-drinking techniques, this comprehensive resource will teach whiskey enthusiasts how to savor their favorite liquor with confidence.   Understanding ‘whiskey […]

20 Aperol Cocktail Recipes to Try Today

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 […]

Vegan Cocktails: Explore Vegan Liquors in 2024

Vegan Cocktails: Explore Vegan Liquors in 2024

Vegan cocktails are the trend of the moment, and we love that this sustainable choice is on the rise. Whether you follow a strict vegan diet on a daily basis or would simply like to adopt a more plant-based approach in the kitchen (and behind the cocktail shaker), there is an exciting world of options […]

10 Best Tequila and Aperol Cocktails to Sip at Sunset

10 Best Tequila and Aperol Cocktails to Sip at Sunset

We all know and love the Aperol Spritz as the queen bee of Aperol cocktails, but even the mightiest queen has a few lovely ladies-in-waiting— case in point, these delicious tequila Aperol cocktails. This delightful combo is totally a thing, and we’re very excited to introduce you to a few Mexican-inspired clinkers that come to […]

Sip & Savor: 13 Tastiest Asian-Inspired Cocktails Unveiled

Sip & Savor: 13 Tastiest Asian-Inspired Cocktails Unveiled

Asian cocktails are vibrant, diverse, timeless, and almost always have a tasty hint of intrigue in the mix—much like the continent itself. Inspired by this captivating region with its splendid array of landscapes, climates, cultures, and people, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite Asian drinks to spark a touch of wanderlust in your palate. […]

15 Vermouth Cocktails for Sophisticated Sipping

15 Vermouth Cocktails for Sophisticated Sipping

Vermouth cocktails are making a big splash in the drinkscape, and this exciting renaissance is the result of a few fun trends converging. The low-ABV movement loves a fortified aperitif moment because it adds complexity without packing too heavy a punch, while the resurgence of classic drinks like the Negroni and Manhattan has also ushered […]

The Complete Guide to Simple Syrups

The Complete Guide to Simple Syrups

Simple syrup is the little unsung hero of the home bar, and the best part is that there are so many simple syrup flavors to play with! Essentially, it’s just sugar and water having a dance party, creating this sweet, versatile canvas that you can customize with almost anything. From herbs, and fruits, to coffee […]

10 Vanilla Vodka Cocktails to Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings

10 Vanilla Vodka Cocktails to Satisfy Your Sweet Cravings

Vanilla vodka cocktails are trending hard, and we’ve got the inside scoop as to why. The craft cocktail scene thrives on innovation, and vanilla vodka offers a unique canvas for home mixologists to play with. Whether it’s infused with seasonal fruits, paired with unexpected ingredients like lavender or rosemary, or used in savory-sweet twists on […]

11 Chocolate Liqueur Cocktails to Elevate Your Evening

11 Chocolate Liqueur Cocktails to Elevate Your Evening

Let’s be honest – chocolate is nothing short of a blessing to the human race. It’s really no wonder that chocolate liqueur cocktails are so popular at the moment. Did you know that aside from being ridiculously tasty, it could even make you happy? No kidding! Real cacao contains an amino acid that helps the […]

Best Charcuterie Board Ideas for a Party at Home

Best Charcuterie Board Ideas for a Party at Home

Are you ready to elevate your snack platters to a whole new level of epic deliciousness in 2024? Fantastic! We’ve assembled our top charcuterie board ideas for a party at home, and it’s looking super tasty. Let’s dive right in.   A short history of charcuterie boards Charcuterie board party ideas may seem like a modern […]

Guide to Hosting a Mad Hatter Tea Party for Adults at Home

Guide to Hosting a Mad Hatter Tea Party for Adults at Home

You’re entirely bonkers. But I’ll tell you a secret: all the best people are. So, it’s a good thing you’re gathering Mad Hatter Tea Party ideas, friend! Join us as we get curioser and curioser, and set the scene for an Alice in Wonderland-inspired tea party that will have you believing six impossible things before […]