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Margarita
The undisputed king of party cocktails: It is refreshing, customizable, and universally loved
- 2 oz Silver Tequila
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 3/4 oz Triple Sec (or Cointreau)
- 1/2 oz Agave Nectar
Shake with ice and strain into a salt-rimmed glass.
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Old Fashioned
The gold standard for “spirit-forward” drinks. Sophisticated and strong.
- 2 oz Bourbon or Rye Whiskey
- 1 Sugar Cube (or 1/2 tsp Simple Syrup)
- 2–3 dashes Angostura Bitters
- Splash of Water
Muddle sugar/syrup with bitters and water. Add whiskey and a large ice cube. Stir until chilled. Garnish with an orange twist.
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Martini
The icon of elegance. Vodka is often preferred for high-volume parties.
- 2 1/2 oz Gin or Vodka
- 1/2 oz Dry Vermouth
Stir (for clarity) or shake (for coldness) with ice. Strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with an olive or lemon twist.
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Negroni
The ultimate aperitif. Bright red with a bittersweet profile.
- 1 oz Gin
- 1 oz Campari
- 1 oz Sweet Vermouth
Stir with ice. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with an orange peel.
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Mojito
Refreshing and perfect for summer events. Requires fresh mint.
- 2 oz White Rum
- 1 oz Lime Juice
- 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
- 6–8 Mint Leaves
- Club Soda
Lightly muddle mint with syrup and lime juice. Add rum and ice. Top with club soda and stir gently.
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Moscow Mule
A classic, easy crowd-pleaser famous for its copper mug.
- 2 oz Vodka
- 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 4–6 oz Ginger Beer
Combine ingredients in a copper mug or tall glass with ice. Stir gently.
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Aperol Spritz
A bubbly, photogenic, low-ABV favorite.
- 3 oz Prosecco
- 2 oz Aperol
- 1 oz Club Soda
Build in a wine glass filled with ice. Stir gently. Garnish with an orange slice.
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French 75
A botanical, celebratory cocktail with an elegant feel.
- 1 oz Gin
- 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/2 oz Simple Syrup
- Top with Prosecco or Champagne
Shake gin, lemon, and syrup with ice. Strain into a champagne flute and top with chilled sparkling wine.
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