Summer's on our head again and we need to think of some really nice cocktail recipes to keep our throats wet and spirits high. What everyone loves about cocktails is that they can cater to a wide variety of taste buds. Strong, mild, pungent, smooth, tangy, acidic - we love cocktails of all kinds, don't we? Let's go through the recipes of some really cool cocktails which are simple to make and you can never go wrong with them.
1. Angelina
Yep, this cocktail is sure as smooth and suave as Angelina herself. Take 3 glasses of fresh orange juice, 10 pineapple slices, a bunch of ice cubes and 2-3 spoons of raspberry crush or syrup. Mix the orange and pineapple juice with ice cubes in the blender. Add a splash of the raspberry concentrate. Add one measure of vodka and pour this concoction into a long beer glass. Garnish it with fresh basil and cool off for the day.
2. Singapore Sling
Did you know that this drink is as old as the British Empire in its glory in the late eighteenth century? It is said that they would get together at cricket clubs and sip the same mixture of, what we call today, the Singapore Sling. Make a mixture of two measures of gin, one measure of lemon juice and brandy (preferably cherry flavored) and 1 teaspoon grenadine. Top it with a few ice cubes and mix well in a shaker. Put a long glass to pre-chill in the freezer and strain this mixture in it. Add one quarter of soda water in the glass and place a lovely lime peel slice on its rim. This will be a true delight for your friends and family, ladies
3. Paloma
Are you under the impression that tequila is only to be taken as shots with salt and lime? Well, that's the conventional way to enjoy this Mexican drink. Here, we'll show you a great cocktail called Paloma, which will surely tingle your senses and quench your thirst. Firstly pick the right Collins Glass and salt up the rim. Fill quarter of the glass with ice cubes and add 2 oz. of Blanco or Reposado Tequila, if available easily. Otherwise just go with the regular variety. Add 0.5 oz. of lime juice and follow that mixture up with 6 oz. of fresh grapefruit soda. Mix the concoction mildly and you will have a light and lovely cocktail ready to roll.
4. Toronha
Toronha is such a delicious and easy-to-make cocktail that you'll love making it again and again for your guests. We love these recipes that don't require too many fancy ingredients and laborious procedures, don't we? All you have to do is make a mixture of 2 oz. grapefruit, 1 tablespoon grenadine, 0.5 oz of triple sec and a lot of ice cubes. Blend the mixture and pour into a wide martini glass. Add 2 measures of non-flavored Vodka in it and watch beautiful colors being formed in your glass. Appetizing and tangy!
5. A Nap At Charlie's
How much fun would it be to have a Nap at Charlie's? Haha, I'm talking about a lovely cocktail, not your friend. We have hots for this drink which comprises a mixture of 3 oz. of bourbon whiskey, 1 oz. mango puree, 2-3 teaspoons of cranberry and orange juice. Blend this mixture well and pour it into a martini glass. Do you know what you should rim the glass with? Orange or Pineapple flavored tang! Doesn't that sound exciting?
Another great idea would be to take stock of whatever ingredients and alcohol you have at home and just experiment! Give it a fancy name and serve it chilled to your guests. If you're not willing to treat anyone as guinea pigs, then take a pick from the list above and you won't go wrong.
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