Become a Trendsetter
Keep up with the latest cocktail trends and discover new delicious flavor combinations to delight your friends. With The Mixer, you're always in the know.
8 Easy Mocktails for Simple and Clean Sipping
Easy mocktails are at the top of everyone’s must-Google list right now, and with good reason – it’s the trend that keeps on trending! From sober-curious Gen Z trendsetters to folks who simply like to keep it clean so they can live their best lives, there are many reasons why non-alcoholic cocktails enjoy an extended […]
Now Trending: Easy Mezcal Cocktails for Agave Lovers
Before we even get started on all our epic mezcal cocktails, we want to make sure that you know the difference between mezcal and tequila: Tequila is made with the blue Weber agave plant. Mezcal is made with over 40 agave species. Tequila is made from the sugars of steamed agave plants (above ground). Mezcal […]
13 Bourbon-Based Summer Cocktails to Beat the Heat
Bourbon is probably not the first drink you reach for on a hot summer’s day. With its dark color and warming, rich flavor, it makes sense that it’s a popular choice in fall and winter. But here’s the trick: bourbon-based summer cocktails are enjoyable and very refreshing when mixed correctly. So, if it’s so hot that […]
The Best Cocktail Cherries to Garnish Your Favorite Cocktail
Get ready to level up your DIY drinks game with the best cocktail cherries. We’ve shaken, stirred, and sipped our way through a lineup of top cocktail cherry brands to find the ultimate garnish for your favorite drinks. From the classics to the hidden gems, we’ll spill the tea on which ones reign supreme. So, […]
All Articles
18 Pumpkin Cocktails to Warm Up this Halloween
Get ready to stir up some spookily good drinks this Halloween – we’ve rounded up a line-up of pumpkin cocktails that will have your taste buds howling with delight! Whether you’re hosting a ghoulish gathering or just craving a potion with a twist, these fall-infused clinkers are sure to carve out a place in your […]
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, […]
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 […]
Colors of Change: SKYY's Snapshot of Support for the LGBTQIA+ Community
From tiny startup to vodka superstar In 1992, SKYY Vodka burst onto the sunny streets of San Francisco. And just like many other incredible things that came out of San Francisco (like the television, jukebox, and bendy straw), SKYY started as a tiny startup with big dreams. But this wasn’t just any vodka. It was […]
18 Raspberry Cocktails to try in 2023
Gorgeous line-up of raspberry cocktails, anyone? This small, vibrant red fruit is known for its delicate texture and delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, offering a burst of refreshing juiciness with every sip. Here are a few of our favorites: 1. Raspberry Margarita Arguably one of the best Margarita cocktails for berry enthusiasts, […]
Man VS Machine: Testing the Limits of AI-Generated Mixology
Unless you’ve been stuck on an island without any signal (like Tom Hanks and his friend Wilson the Volleyball in Cast Away), you’ll definitely have heard about ChatGPT by now. And for those of you who haven’t, here’s a quick explanation of what it is, written for you by ChatGPT itself! “ChatGPT is an […]
Now Trending: Easy Mezcal Cocktails for Agave Lovers
Before we even get started on all our epic mezcal cocktails, we want to make sure that you know the difference between mezcal and tequila: Tequila is made with the blue Weber agave plant. Mezcal is made with over 40 agave species. Tequila is made from the sugars of steamed agave plants (above ground). Mezcal […]
20 Soju Cocktails to Master at Home
Get ready to beat the heat with a dazzling array of soju cocktails! When the sun is blazing and the temperature is soaring, nothing quite compares to the refreshing and mouth-watering goodness of these Korean-inspired creations. Whether you’re hosting a backyard gathering or simply lounging by the pool, these sparkly, fun, and fresh soju cocktails […]
What is Orgeat and How is it Used in Cocktails?
If you love tropical drinks, you’ve likely encountered a few orgeat cocktails. The allure of this intriguing ingredient has been strong since at least the 1700s, and even before then when a similar version gained popularity in the discerning Middle East. But what exactly is orgeat, and how does it elevate mixology to new […]
9 Spritz Cocktails to Sip On this Summer
Warmer weather has arrived, and that means it’s time to quench that emerging summertime thirst with some refreshing spritz cocktails, besties! These light and bubbly drinks are the perfect way to cool down on a hot day, and they’re super easy to make at home. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or hosting a backyard […]
15 Best Ancho Reyes Cocktails to Turn up the Heat
Keen to try an Ancho Reyes cocktail? We don’t blame you! Ancho Reyes Mexican Chile Liqueur elevates drinks and cocktails with a sweet and spicy touch, paying homage to the original homemade liqueurs from Puebla, Mexico known as menjurjes. Steeped in flavorful tradition, this singular liqueur invites you on an olfactory journey that follows poblano […]
Learn the Basics
The Best Cocktail Cherries to Garnish Your Favorite Cocktail
Get ready to level up your DIY drinks game with the best cocktail cherries. We’ve shaken, stirred, and sipped our way through a lineup of top cocktail cherry brands to find the ultimate garnish for your favorite drinks. From the classics to the hidden gems, we’ll spill the tea on which ones reign supreme. So, […]
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. […]
The Complete History of the Negroni
The history of the Negroni stretches back over a hundred years. Its origins are steeped in Italian elegance and one man’s thirst for a bolder, more spirituous cocktail. At its core, it’s just a simple three-ingredient cocktail, but that hasn’t stopped it from crossing continents, changing cocktail culture, and capturing the collective imagination of the […]
21 Negroni Variations for Negroni Week 2023
Negroni Week is finally here, and it’s time to celebrate all things crimson with a plethora of Negroni variations! Since its creation over a century ago, no cocktail has had as much of an impact as the Negroni. The genius of the Negroni lies in its equal-part recipe of Campari, gin, and vermouth. Individual elements […]
12 Different Types of Gin to Know
Ready to embark on a flavorful journey to discover different types of gin? Jump aboard, friend! Cherished by cocktail enthusiasts around the globe, this clear spirit comes in various types, each with its own captivating history and unique taste. From the iconic London dry to the intriguing Japanese gin, we’re sharing everything you need to […]
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 […]