Weeknights

Weeknight cocktails? Don’t mind if we do! After all, why should weekends get to have all the fun? Monday to Thursday can 100% have just as much pep in its step as Friday to Saturday, honey, and we’ve got a selection of cocktails that will set the scene for responsibility-conscious clinking.

From luscious mocktails that sip sensationally, to low-alcohol drinks that can be whipped up in a jiffy after work, there is a weeknight cocktail that will be right up your alley. Have a look and let us know if you find your go-to tasty tipple here on The Mixer.

8 Best Gins for Negroni in 2023

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. […]

Best Gin for a Martini (Classic, Dry & Dirty)

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

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 […]

11 Intriguing Variations on the Classic Whiskey Sour

11 Intriguing Variations on the Classic Whiskey Sour

If you’re a fan of this classic cocktail, then our Whiskey Sour variations might be right up your alley. And, yes, we’re technically not allowed to play favorites among our cocktails, but the classic Whiskey Sour has a very special place in our hearts here at The Mixer. So please feel free to mix up […]

Manhattan vs Old Fashioned Cocktail: What is the Difference?

Manhattan vs Old Fashioned Cocktail: What is the Difference?

In the realm of classic cocktails, two distinguished whiskey-based drinks reign supreme: the Manhattan vs Old Fashioned. With each sip, these two iconic cocktails are guaranteed to transport you to an era of sophistication and timeless charm. But what’s the difference exactly, and which one is right for you? Let’s dive right in, besties!  What’s […]

How to Make Clear Ice for your Favorite Summer Drinks

How to Make Clear Ice for your Favorite Summer Drinks

Get ready to shake up your cocktail game because we’re here to spill the secrets on how to make clear ice like a pro mixologist. Say goodbye to cloudy cubes and hello to the hippest, clearest ice cubes in town.   Clear ice is the crown jewel of mixology magic. It’s the kind of ice that […]

6 of the Best Boozy Sauces to Elevate Your Cooking

6 of the Best Boozy Sauces to Elevate Your Cooking

Have you tried boozy sauces yet? Sauces are the secret tools of every chef, adding depth, flavor, and richness to everyday dishes. While traditional sauces have a solid place in the lineup, incorporating a smidge of booze into your culinary creations can take your cooking to a whole new level.   Alcohol-laced sauces infuse tantalizing flavors […]

How To Throw a Color Cocktail Party

How To Throw a Color Cocktail Party

Color cocktail parties are straight fire at the minute. With over three-quadrillion related tags on TikTok, #bluecocktails, #greencocktails, #pinkcocktails, and all the other pretty colors are giving major main-character energy RN.  Getting ready to host a color cocktail party of your own? Here’s our fool-proof how-to guide! What exactly is a Color Cocktail Party? In […]

9 Freezer Door Cocktails for Easy Hosting

9 Freezer Door Cocktails for Easy Hosting

If you love effortless entertaining ideas, you might have heard of freezer door cocktails by now. We’re loving this spin on classic batched cocktails for summer, the holidays, and other times of the year when gatherings are plentiful. Because let’s be honest, hosting friends and family is a lot less overwhelming when you have a […]

Make the Best Shrub Cocktails to Impress Your Friends

Make the Best Shrub Cocktails to Impress Your Friends

Cocktails are garnished with crazy ingredients these days (we’re looking at you Bloody Mary), but fortunately, the shrub cocktail contains no actual garden cuttings. What it does have though is a delicious syrup of sugar, fruit, and vinegar. A shrub is basically a drinking vinegar that’s used to add flavor and complexity to cocktails. It’s […]

5 Vegetable Margaritas that Reimagine the Liquid Lunch

5 Vegetable Margaritas that Reimagine the Liquid Lunch

Vegetable-based cocktails are trending hard right now – a rather interesting departure from the fruity drinks that we have all come to know and love over the years. So, what’s up with the veggie vibe? Quite a few things actually…   Firstly, Gen Z is leading the vanguard with their aim of living cleaner, so when […]