The 10 best co*cktail recipes (2024)

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We share the 10 best co*cktail and drinks recipes. From martinis and mojitos, to champagne, vodka, rum and non-alcohol co*cktails, we've got everything to make sure your party goes off with a bang.

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Jolly Holly mocktail

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If you're watching your waistline, the temptations of the festive season can be overwhelming. So if you want to stay on track and avoid the empty calories of alcohol this Christmas, it's simple to mix up some delicious low-calorie mocktails with the help of Bio-Synergy slimming drinks.

Simply mix together equal measures of grapefruit-flavoured Bio Synergy dilutable juice and pomegranate-flavoured Skinny Water, and serve over crushed ice. Top it off with a selection of seasonal berries for some extra flavour.

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Black Forest Gateaux

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Save room after Christmas dinner to indulge in this sweet, chocolate delight, which includes all of your most festive spirits.

Add 30ml of Russian Standard Vodka, 12.5 ml of Amaretto and 12.5ml of Baileys into a shaker. Add 1 spoon of cherry jam, 1 spoon of vanilla syrup, 1 spoon of cocoa powder and a whole, raw egg. Shaker over ice and strain into a glass.

Top tip: This is the perfect co*cktail accompaniment for chocolate ice cream for that double whammy sugar hit.

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Funkin White Peach Bellini

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Perfect for creating a co*cktail masterpiece in a matter of seconds, the Funkin White Peach Bellini mixer makes creating glamorous co*cktails easy, quick and budget-friendly.

Simply pour 1 part Funkin mixer to 3 parts champagne (or prosecco if you want to keep within a budget) into a chilled flute glass and you're ready to go. It couldn't be easier – fab co*cktails, no mess, no stress!

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Cointreaupolitan

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We were lucky enough to be treated to Cointreapolitan co*cktails by our very own in-office bartender for our Cosmo Christmas do, and we can confirm that they're perfect for when you've got the girls round.

Add 50ml of Cointreau, 30 ml of Cranberry Juice and 20ml of lemon juice into a shaker with ice. Shake and then strain into a chilled martini glass. Our bartender added a lemon twist or orange zest to the drink for that extra zing.

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Golden Celebration

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Get the party started with this fruity, bubbly co*cktail that's sure to impress your party guests.

Muddle 15ml of lime juice with 6 fresh mint leaves and a small slice of fresh ginger. Add 60ml of Russian Standard Vodka, 10ml of Wild Cherry Amarena and a dash of cherry bitters, along with ice and stir well. Top with champagne or prosecco and garnish with a mint sprig.

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Mojito Royal

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A tasty twist on the usual mojito, this co*cktail adds a little champagne fizz to the popular classic.

Muddle a sprig of mint with one teaspoon of sugar and 15ml of lime juice. Dilute with 60ml of sparkling water, add ice cubes and pour over 60ml of Havana Club 3 Year Old rum. Complete with Champagne, stir and serve. Yum.

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Citrus & Spice

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This stylish co*cktail was originally created for Paris Fashion Week and definitely holds a certain je ne sais quoi.

To create this stylish co*cktail bursting with zesty flavours, combine 37.5 ml of Cointreau with 25ml fresh orange juice, 10ml lemon juice and sliced ginger. Simply shake the ingredients with ice and then strain into a chilled co*cktail glass and garnish with an orange penny.

Top tip: To add that extra Christmas sparkle, wet the rim of the glass and roll it in sugar before making the co*cktail.

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Patron XO Cafe Royal

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We fell in love with Patrón XO Café when we first sipped their espresso martinis, but this variation is the perfect co*cktail to keep you toasty on the cold winter nights.

Fill a heated coffee mug with 1 ½ oz of Patrón XO Café and fill to within 1 inch with strongly brewed, black coffee. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cocoa powder. Voila, your perfect after-dinner treat to warm your co*ckles.

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Disaronno Stardust

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No spirit screams Christmas more so than Disaronno, and this indulgent and chic co*cktail is perfect for toasting your festive celebrations. Simply pour 50ml of Disaronno, 25 ml of Vodka and 25ml of Strawberry liqueur into a champagne glass and top with Prosecco or champagne if you're feeling flush.

Top Tip: if you want to keep your co*cktail deliciously cold, pop the flute glasses into the freezer for a few minutes before making the co*cktails.

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Malibu Snowflake

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We absolutely love the new Malibu Winter Edition, which has coconut 'snowflakes' that stay suspended in the solution to make your co*cktail suitably festive. And it makes for a great co*cktail mixer for the Christmas period.

Simply pour 50ml of Malibu Winter Edition into a tall glass and fill with ice cubes. Top with equal parts of cranberry and apple juice, stir and serve for your very own snow globe in a glass.

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FAQs

What is the #1 ordered co*cktail in the world? ›

But, many bar-goers simply ordered a co*cktail 'the old fashioned way'. Even today the Old Fashioned has been the number one selling co*cktail in many bars. You just can't beat a classic!

What is the greatest co*cktail of all time? ›

Manhattan

The classic Manhattan co*cktail has survived countless trends, outlasted prohibition and is now known as one of the greatest co*cktails ever made. I think we can all agree it definitely deserves its spot amongst the world's most popular co*cktails!

What are the top 10 alcoholic drinks? ›

The 10 most-consumed alcoholic drinks in the world
  1. Beer. Global market size in 2022: US$793.74 billion.
  2. Wine. Global market size in 2022: US$441.6 billion. ...
  3. Liqueurs. Global market size in 2022: US$128.9 billion. ...
  4. Baijiu. Global market size in 2022: US$95.21 billion. ...
  5. Whisky. ...
  6. Vodka. ...
  7. Cider. ...
  8. Rum. ...
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What are the 6 mother co*cktails? ›

The basic types of co*cktails are the Old Fashioned, Daiquiri, Martini, Whisky Highball, Flip, and Sidecar.

What are the six famous co*cktails? ›

The top six basic co*cktails that every mixologist should know are the Martini, Manhattan, Old-Fashioned, Margarita, Daiquiri, and Gimlet.

What is America's oldest co*cktail? ›

The famed Sazerac Coffee House was founded in New Orleans in 1850 and soon became known as the home of “America's First co*cktail,” the Sazerac. Using rye whiskey (in place of French brandy), a dash of Peychaud's Bitters, and Herbsaint, what eventually became the official co*cktail of New Orleans was created.

What is the drink of the year in 2024? ›

The official drink of 2024, the Batanga. and that's how you make.

What is the oldest known co*cktail? ›

What was the first ever co*cktail? Accounts differ, but most experts agree that the first co*cktail was the Sazerac, a blend of whisky, absinthe, bitters and sugar. Created in New Orleans in the mid-1800s, this is one of the first co*cktails recognisable by name and remains a favourite to this day.

What is the hardest co*cktail to make? ›

Probably the most difficult co*cktail recipe to make and every bartender hates it - the RAMOS GIN FIZZ 🍸 60ml / 2oz Gin 15ml / 0.5oz Lemon Juice 15ml / 0.5oz Lime Juice 30ml / 1oz Heavy Cream 1 Dash Orange Blossom Water One Fresh Egg White Soda Water To Top - Shake all ingredients except soda water hard with one large ...

What is America's favorite co*cktail? ›

Americans can't get enough of tequila lately, so it's no surprise that bar-goers are leaning in when it comes to co*cktails. The Margarita is currently the most-ordered co*cktail in the United States, according to a June 7 report by CGA by Nielsen IQ.

What is the strongest alcoholic co*cktail? ›

And last on our list, but certainly not the least (amount of alcohol, that is), we have the Aunt Roberta. This co*cktail contains 100% liquor and is widely regarded as THE strongest co*cktail in the world.

What is America's #1 drink? ›

Based on search results, water stands out as the most prevalent beverage in the American diet, constituting 50% of overall consumption, encompassing both bottled and tap water.

What are the classiest alcoholic drink? ›

Classy co*cktail recipes
  • The Good Food Country Breeze. ...
  • Lemon & elderflower fizz. ...
  • Bellini. ...
  • Margarita recipe. A star rating of 3.2 out of 5. ...
  • Old fashioned. A star rating of 3.8 out of 5. ...
  • Cosmopolitan. A star rating of 4 out of 5. ...
  • Rhubarb & custard co*cktail. A star rating of 4.4 out of 5. ...
  • Sloe royales. A star rating of 0 out of 5.

What is the classiest drink? ›

12 classy co*cktails for a girls' night
  • Pina colada.
  • Vodka spritz.
  • Vodka and watermelon punch.
  • Peachy keen.
  • Moscow mule.
  • Espresso martini.
  • Negroni.
  • Vodka lime and soda.

What co*cktails are trending now? ›

Spicy co*cktails

In the last several years, there has been a shift from the traditional, more sweet co*cktails towards savory options. Spicy co*cktails are an absolute hit right now and some that you can try include - Spicy Margarita, Bloody Maria, Picantes, and Cucumber Wasabi Martini.

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