No suspenders or hipster handlebar mustache needed. Show bartenders who's boss by having some kick-ass cocktail recipes in your repertoire. Your home bar cart is begging for these babies. And, as they say, it's 5 o'clock somewhere. So let's get mixing.
The Perfect Margarita
Just a few simple ingredients make this cocktail a classic. Get the recipe.
White Wine Spritzer
Is there anything more refreshing? We think not. Get the recipe.
Old-Fashioned
It may be called an Old-Fashioned, but there's nothing fuddy-duddy about this drink. Get the recipe.
Gin & Tonic
Choose the highest quality ingredients. And don't forget the lime. Never forget the lime. Get the recipe.
Gimlet
Get ready for guests to shout,"Gimme that gimlet!" Seriously. Get ready. But first, get the recipe.
How to Make Caipirinha
Brazil's national cocktail is brilliant. Or should I say it's "brazilliant?" Get the recipe.
Pomegranate Gin and Tonic
The citrus and fruit juice add just the right amount of sweetness. Get the recipe.
Tom Collins
This too-tall Tom can do no wrong. Get the recipe.
Martini
James Bond is no dummy. He knows what's up. Get the recipe.
Cucumber-Mint Grapefruit Margarita
Careful! The tequila is slyly hiding in this invigorating drink. Get the recipe.
Homemade Irish Cream Liqueur
Use this Irish cream to give your coffee a kick in the winter or when making a mudslide in the warmer months. Get the recipe.
Mint Julep
You don't need to wait for the Kentucky Derby to break out this recipe. Grab your muddler and make it now. Get the recipe.
Cocktails with Ginger Beer
#$@&%*! these are good! Get the recipes.
Homemade Orange Liqueur Recipe
This recipe can be used as a starting point that leads to a world of possibilities. Get the recipe.
Sidecar Cocktail
Use that aforementioned homemade orange liqueur in this subtly sour and sweet sipper. Get the recipe.
Moscow Mule
The cute copper mugs seal the deal with this drink. Get the recipe.
Mojito
You may not normally drink rum, but this cocktail will make you change your mind. Get the recipe.
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