Tired of corporate weekdays? Let us hook you with cocktails that are the bee’s knees when it comes to unwinding on weekends. First of all, they’re like a little escape in a glass. One sip and you can feel your worries melt away, your stress levels drop, and your mood lifts. And the best part is that there are so many different types of cocktails to choose from, so you can switch it up depending on your mood or the occasion.Â
Feeling fruity and fun? Go for a daiquiri. Want something smooth and sophisticated? An Old Fashioned is your go-to. Plus, there’s something about the ritual of making a cocktail – measuring out the ingredients, shaking or stirring, garnishing – that is just so satisfying. So next time you need to unwind on a weekend try our list of best cocktails to shed those weekend worries.
Mai Tai
The Mai Tai is a classic Tiki cocktail that originated in California in the 1940s. It’s a sweet and tangy drink that’s perfect for a warm evening. The recipe is simple: mix one and a half ounces of dark rum, one ounce of fresh lime juice, half an ounce of orange curaçao, half an ounce of orgeat syrup, and crushed ice in a shaker. Shake well and pour into a glass. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of lime.
Caipirinha
The Caipirinha is a traditional Brazilian cocktail that’s made with cachaça, a type of Brazilian rum made from sugarcane juice. It’s a refreshing drink that’s perfect for a hot summer evening. To make a Caipirinha, muddle two lime wedges and two teaspoons of sugar in a glass. Add two ounces of cachaça and ice, and stir well. Garnish with a slice of lime.
Pisco Sour
The Pisco Sour is a classic Peruvian cocktail that’s made with pisco, a type of brandy made from grapes. It’s a tangy and refreshing drink that’s perfect for a hot evening. To make a Pisco Sour, mix two ounces of pisco, one ounce of fresh lime juice, half an ounce of simple syrup, and an egg white in a shaker. Shake well and strain into a glass. Garnish with a dash of bitters and a slice of lime.
Singapore Sling
The Singapore Sling is a classic cocktail that originated in the Raffles Hotel in Singapore in the early 20th century. It’s a sweet and fruity drink that’s perfect for a hot summer evening. To make a Singapore Sling, mix two ounces of gin, one ounce of cherry brandy, half an ounce of Cointreau, half an ounce of Benedictine, one ounce of pineapple juice, half an ounce of lime juice, and a dash of grenadine in a shaker. Shake well and strain into a glass. Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a cherry.
Aperol Spritz
The Aperol Spritz is a trendy Italian cocktail that’s perfect for a warm evening. It’s a refreshing and slightly bitter drink that’s easy to make. To make an Aperol Spritz, mix three parts prosecco, two parts Aperol, and one part soda water in a glass. Stir well and garnish with a slice of orange.
Classic Mojito
The Mojito is a classic Cuban cocktail that’s made with rum, fresh mint, and lime juice. It’s a refreshing and sweet drink that’s perfect for a hot summer evening. To make a Mojito, muddle four mint leaves and one ounce of simple syrup in a glass. Add two ounces of rum, one ounce of lime juice, and ice, and stir well. Top with soda water and garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of lime.
Whether you prefer sweet and fruity or tangy and refreshing, there’s a cocktail on this list for everyone.
