As summer starts to wind down what better way to celebrate than with some unique and tasty cocktails. Whether you are hosting a small Labor Day dinner, or throwing a huge bash, you can’t go wrong with these delicious drink recipes that will take a monotonous social gathering to the extraordinary.
Absolut Tabasco
If vodka happens to be one of your favorite liquors to indulge yourself with, you will love Absolut Tabasco. This Swedish vodka goes down so smooth and this recipe is one to impress your guests.
Absolut Tabasco Vodkarita
Ingredients
- 5 parts Absolut Tabasco
- 1 part Lemon Juice
- .75 parts Agave Syrup
- Cajun Spice for rim
- Lime for garnish
- Chili slice for garnish (optional)
Method
- Rim a rocks glass with Cajun seasoning.
- Fill a shaker with Absolut Tabasco, freshly squeezed lime juice, and agave syrup.
- Add ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Fine strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a chili slice.
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Malibu Pink
Looking for an effortlessly sophisticated drink? Then Malibu Pink has you covered. The Malibu Pink Spritz is super simple and takes less than a minute to make.
Malibu Pink Spritz
Ingredients
- 1 part Malibu Pink
- 2 parts Sparkling Coconut Water
Method
- Pour in a glass over ice, garnish with a lemon slice & enjoy!
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Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur
If cocktail mixing is on your radar and you are a fan of Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur, the Kahlúa Carajillo is an ideal choice. Where bold coffee meets sweet rebellion, check out this delectable concoction.
Kahlúa Carajillo
Ingredients
- 5 oz Kahlúa Coffee Liqueur
- 1 oz Espresso
- 5 oz Vanilla Liqueur
- Ice
- Lemon Peel to garnish
Method
- In a shaker, add Kahlúa, Vanilla Liqueur, espresso, and ice.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over ice. Garnish with a lemon peel for a fun twist.
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Cloudy Bay
Wine enthusiasts! For a successful soiree this recipe is a hit.
The Cloudy Bay Sauvy B Martini
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients
- 1½ oz gin
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc
- Lime peel, for garnish (optional)
Method
In a cocktail shaker filled halfway with ice, add gin, elderflower liqueur and lemon juice.
Shake until the exterior of the cup is icy. Strain into a chilled glass and top with Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc.
Garnish with lime peel, if desired.
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Basil Hayden® Cognac Cask Reserve
Matured gracefully, Basil Hayden® Cognac Cask Reserve bourbon whisky is light and easy to sip and the Spritz cocktail is superbly original.
Basil Hayden® Cognac Cask Reserve Spritz
Ingredients
- 1 ½ parts Basil Hayden® Cognac Cask Reserve
- ¾ part simple syrup
- ¾ part fresh lemon juice
- Sparkling wine, to top
- Ice
Method
- Add Basil Hayden® Cognac Cask Reserve, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice to a shaker with ice.
- Shake well.
- Strain into a large snifter glass.
- Top with sparkling wine.
- Serve and enjoy.
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The Dobel Tequila Matcha Point
Liven any fiesta with a libation that your guests will keep talking about. If matcha is one of your go-to drinks, then you will love this adult twist.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Yoshi Matcha Liqueur
- 5 oz Dobel Diamante Cristalino Tequila
- 2 oz premium coconut water
- Standard cube ice
Method:
- Mix Dobel, Yoshi, and 1.5 oz of coconut water in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake.
- Strain over an 8 oz. or 10 oz. cup filled with cube ice and fill as needed with remaining coconut water until the drink rises to the rim.
- Add a straw and serve.
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