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.
How to Use Starch (Aquafaba, Rice & More) in Cocktails
Using starch in cocktails is a simple but innovative technique that can add sweetness, body, texture, and opacity to mixed drinks, resulting in truly unique and delicious creations. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, starch washing is a great way to experiment and expand your cocktail repertoire. Here’s what you need to […]
The Best Spiked Lemonades Using Flavored Vodka & Easy Infusions
If you’re on the lookout for the best spiked lemonades to serve up this season, we’ve got excellent news: The Mixer team has been hard at work finding the finest lemony libations around. Now all you need to do is choose your favorite, dress it up to suit your style, and get ready to be […]
8 Best Gins for Negroni in 2023
Choosing the best gin for a Negroni can seem like a tall order, we know. Happily, our seasoned team of cocktail professionals is here to guide the way. We take this privilege quite seriously since the time-honored Negroni cocktail has been around for over a century and remains as classy as complex to this day. […]
How to Throw the Perfect Oktoberfest Party at Home or in the Office
If you’re looking for Oktoberfest party ideas, stop scrolling, Liebling! We’ve got everything you need to get Gaudi this September. That’s right, Oktoberfest, quite counterintuitively, actually starts in September. Go figure. Why does Oktoberfest start in September? Back in October of 1810, the people of Munich had so much fun celebrating their crown prince’s wedding that […]
16 German Cocktails to Celebrate Oktoberfest
German cocktails to celebrate Oktoberfest? Das ist gut, schatz! The Mixer has been gearing up for the world’s largest Volksfest, and we’ve rounded up a tasty list of some of the best German-inspired drinks around. So, grab a cocktail shaker, don a dirndl if you dare, and let’s get ready to get Gaudi! 1. Bavarian […]
Best Gin for a Martini (Classic, Dry & Dirty)
Choosing the best gin for a Martini can be a little tricky when you are just starting out. After all, there are so many excellent options out there. Where to start? The good news is that it’s mostly a matter of personal taste, and we’ve got a simple and easy guide ready to help you […]
Best Whiskey for an Old Fashioned Cocktail
Choosing the best whiskey for an Old Fashioned cocktail doesn’t have to be overly complicated, but it does take a bit of know-how. With a variety of options available, from bourbon to rye, and Japanese to Tennessee whiskey, finding the perfect match can be both exciting and rewarding. Let’s delve into the essential factors to […]
17 Easy Coconut Cocktails to Make at Home
Coconut cocktails are the ultimate indulgence when you long to be strolling along the beach with salt spray in your hair, the sun setting slowly over the water, and a ukulele tune wafting on the breeze. You can’t always escape the hustle to live your beach-bum dreams, but you can pour yourself a coconut drink, […]
Celebrate at Home with these Labor Day Party Ideas
Get ready to celebrate the end of summer in style with our ultimate guide chock full of Labor Day party ideas. From mouthwatering menus to exciting activities, we’ve got your back. Whether you’re gathering with family, friends, or neighbors, our tips and ideas will ensure your Labor Day bash is a memorable and enjoyable event […]
Types of Whiskey: An Easy & Concise Guide
Reading up on different types of whiskey, are we? You’re in the right place, friend! In this concise guide, we’ll walk you through an array of whiskey styles, their unique characteristics, and the history behind them. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, this in-depth introduction and comparison is sure to quench your thirst […]
18 Grenadine Cocktails to Try in 2023
If you love drinks with bold colors and memorable flavors, odds are you’ll love our line-up of gorgeous grenadine cocktails. Let’s dive into the bright and tangy world of this popular cocktail ingredient and paint the town red. What is grenadine syrup? Grenadine syrup is a sweet and flavorful syrup that’s commonly used in […]
The Best Shochu Cocktails & Guide to the Famous Japanese Spirit
Shochu cocktails are trending hard right now, and The Mixer is here to teach you all about them. Step right up and discover the allure of Japan’s favorite spirit! Unlike its cousin, sake, which is brewed like beer, shochu is a true distilled gem made from diverse starches like buckwheat, rice, or sweet potatoes. The […]