Classic Cocktail Recipes
Shake, Stir & Sip! Easy & Iconic Cocktail Recipes You Should Know How to Make.
Discover iconic drink recipes have stood the test of time, delivering perfectly balanced flavors with simple, high-quality ingredients. Whether you prefer the citrusy kick of a Whiskey Sour, the tropical vibes of a Margarita, or the bold complexity of a Negroni, mastering these essential cocktail recipes will elevate your mixology skills. Explore the best classic cocktails to shake, stir, and sip—perfect for any occasion.
Classic Manhattan
What's not to love about this classic cocktail? We love our Manhattan with a heavy pour of rye, but you can mix it up with different types of whiskies. With our massive selection you can easily customize this classic cocktail to your own tastes.
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Classic Margarita
There's a reason that when you think Mexican food, the first cocktail that comes to mind is the margarita. The citrus and sweet character is a timeless match with spicy, salty, saucy Mexican cuisine. If you're looking to impress, these two tips will help you make the perfect, crowd-pleasing margarita.
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French 75
This gin-soaked sparkling cocktail takes its name from an historic 75mm field cannon. You might guess why: this drink packs a big kick. Like, really big. You can hold back on the gin, but we recommend going for the full pour. Substitute the French 75 for your next bubbly toast. Your guests will be surprised and delighted.
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Vesper
The Vesper is a cocktail famously knows as James Bond's signature cocktail. It is gin forward with citrus and sweet flavors. A tried-and-true classic - this cocktail isn't for the weak. It's strong, mighty and may cause chest hair growth.
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Mojito
Originating from Cuba, the Mojito is traditionally a five ingredient cocktail that consists of white rum, sugar, lime juice, sparkling water and mint. The mint, sugar and citrus combined amplifies the rum flavor. Take a break from your summer garden work, sit back and enjoy a few of these refreshing highball classics.
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Negroni
A refreshingly easy cocktail recipe of equal parts gin, Campari & vermouth. If you're not familiar with this flavorful Italian classic, it is widely known as an aperitif but most certainly can be enjoyed as a cocktail at any time.
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Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned is a cocktail staple and has stayed the most consistent since its origin compared to other long standing cocktails. In the early 1800's when the word "cocktail" was defined as a "potent concoction of spirits, bitters, water and sugar," the Old Fashioned was called a bittered sling.
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Tom Collins
Dating back to the late 80s, this gin cocktail has a home on most, if not all, beverage menus. With a sour base of simple syrup and lemon juice, this fizzy, citrus-splashed refresher is perfectly built for sipping on a hot day.
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Hemingway Daiquiri
A crisp, tart, and refreshing twist on the classic daiquiri, famously enjoyed by writer Ernest Hemingway. Unlike the traditional version, this cocktail swaps out sugar for maraschino liqueur, balancing the bright acidity of fresh lime and grapefruit juice with a hint of sweetness. A timeless favorite that delivers a bold yet smooth citrusy kick, perfect for warm weather sipping.
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Whiskey Sour
They don't get much more classic than the whiskey sour. It has been around for more than a century, a sort of comfort cocktail that's as easy to drink as it is to make. Start with whiskey - it doesn't have to be great whiskey but it can't hurt - and add the cut of citrus and the sweetness of sugar.
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Corpse Reviver No. 2
By no means should this classic be relegated to reanimation duties only. It can walk among us at all hours of the day. With a sufficiently haunting licorice aroma, The Corpse Reviver No. 2 stands as one of our all-time favorite aperitifs.
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Aperol Spritz
Looking to up your brunch game? Give a refreshing Aperol Spritz a try. You might not want to indulge in a "bottomless Aperol Spritz" marathon (it's tempting) but one or two of these sparklers with a plate of fruit makes for a lovely and fresh treat. Aperol's herbal bitterness is tamed by orange juice and bubbles, making for a complex and deceptively drinkable sipper.
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Pimm's Cup
The Pimm’s Cup is a quintessentially British summer cocktail. The key ingredient is, of course, Pimm’s No. 1 Cup; the original premixed gin sling, which should impress anyone who enjoys ready to drink cocktails. Fortified with gin and loaded with fruit, this fizzy cocktail is a patio favorite.
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Derby Mint Julep
The mint julep has been a smash for centuries due to its potent yet supremely refreshing profile. Perfectly sweet and thirst-quenching, it is now utterly unthinkable to let a Derby Day go by without enjoying a Julep or two. This easy recipe for an iconic minty classic is a hands down win!
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