Your drink choice can say a lot about you. There's nothing classier than a girl with a signature drink. But also, it gets boring after a while to just keep ordering a glass of red wine or a rum and coke.Cocktails are so much fun and so diverse that there is a perfect drink for everyone – yourself included. You just might not know it yet! Here are some of the most sophisticated mixed drinks to try if you want to relax a little after a hard days’ work, but also look elegant doing it.
The legendary Cosmo
Nodrinks list feels complete without the Cosmopolitan. One of the most popular cocktails in the world, it has earned its place in drinks hall of fame a long time ago. It owes its enduring popularity in equal parts to its deliciousness and the iconic TV show Sex and the City. Just like Carrie and the girls, Cosmo is classy, gorgeous and a little bit playful. A perfect Cosmo is simple to make, but is truly elevated by using first-rate ingredients. It’s made by adding 45 ml of quality vodka, 30 ml of Cointreau, 15 ml of lime juice, a dash of cranberry juice and ice to a shaker, then shaking and straining into a chilled martini glass.
The creamy White Russian
The White Russian is a decadent experience. The sweet creamy cocktail can easily serve double duty as a stiff drink and a dessert. It got its name because of the vodka in its base, although the drink itself doesn’t hail from Russia at all. For those occasions when you need a bit of a sugar rush with your alcohol, mix 60 ml of vodka, 30 ml of Kahlúa, and a dash of heavy cream.
The zingy Gimlet
Gimlet has been around for a while, and that’s usually a sign of quality.Even the great Raymond Chandler described it in one of his novels.The secret to its longevity is probably in its simplicity. It’s a no frills drink, consisting of gin, lime juice and simple syrup.Because the ratio leans heavily in the direction of gin, the Gimlet packs a serious punch and is perfect for those who don’t mind a strong drink, but like their gin on the refreshing side. The classic 1958. David A. Embury recipe calls for 60 ml of gin, 15 ml of lime juice, and 7 to 15 ml of simple syrup (depending on how sweetyou like your drink) – shaken with ice, strained into a chilled glass, and garnished with a lime wheel.
The sophisticated French 75
This Parisian classic has been around since World War I, and it’s the ideal cocktail for all those ladies who love their bubbly. In fact,it is very similar to Tom Collins – one of the best loved cocktails, only the 75 improves upon it by using champagne instead of sparkling water. Shake 45 ml gin, 20 ml fresh lemon juice and 7 ml simple syrup in an ice filled shaker. Strain into a chilled glass and top with the champagne.
The charming Mint Julep
This specialty of the American South is a god-send when you want to cool off. It’s no wonder it is the drink of choice at the Kentucky Derby – it’s high class refreshment at its finest. Mix 8 mint leaves with 7 ml raw sugar syrup and 60 ml of bourbon. Pack the glass heaping full with crushed ice and garnish with a mint twig.
From the classics to new creations, the world of cocktails is fun and delicious to explore. Next time you go find yourself at a bar, make it your mission to find your signature drink. After all, as far as missions go, it doesn't get any better.