A bartender friend once told me, “Cocktails are like pizza; even when they’re bad, they’re still pretty good.” While there’s some truth to that, our goal at BeverageBeaver is to elevate your home mixology game. That’s why each of our cocktail recipes comes with a printable recipe card and pro tips from seasoned bartenders.
I first tried a Sea Breeze Cocktail while relaxing on a beach during a vacation in Spain. Since then, every summer, I can’t resist mixing one of these up on a sunny day. A Sea Breeze Cocktail is a perfect summer cocktail consisting of vodka, cranberry juice, and grapefruit juice. Here’s my recipe for a…
As the name suggests, a Vodka Tonic cocktail is made with vodka and tonic water. It’s served over ice and is typically garnished with a lime or a lemon wedge. Here’s how I like to make a Vodka Tonic. Making A Vodka Tonic Cocktail: Pro Tips A Vodka Tonic is super simple, and it’s pretty…
A Blind Russian Cocktail is like a White Russian but with Irish Cream instead of Heavy cream/milk. The reason this is called a “blind” drink is the fact that all the ingredients that make up this cocktail contain alcohol. Having tried this cocktail recently, I can tell you that it is pretty strong and incredibly…
A Colorado Bulldog cocktail is essentially a White Russian with coke. When I first heard about this cocktail, I thought it was a joke. I would have never thought to mix cream/milk with coke in a cocktail. However, now I’ve tried it, it is surprisingly good. So, if you like the White Russian Cocktail but…
If you love the Black Russian Cocktail but want something with a little less kick, then try the ‘Dirty Black Russian’ cocktail. A Dirty Black Russian is essentially a Black Russian with coke. Here’s the recipe for a Dirty Black Russian Cocktail. More Vodka Based Cocktails
A Vodka Collins is made with vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and topped with soda water. It is a variation of the classic Tom Collins cocktail which is made with gin instead of vodka. Here’s how to make a Vodka Collins. Making A Vodka Collins Cocktail: Pro Tips As you can see, making a…
A Vodka Martini combines vodka and dry vermouth and is typically garnished with a lemon twist or olive. This cocktail is quite easy to make as long as you have the right equipment. The equipment you need depends on whether you want a shaken or a stirred Martini. Traditionally, Martinis are stirred rather than shaken….
A cosmopolitan, or a “cosmo” for short, is a cocktail made with vodka, triple sec (Cointreau), cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice. To make the perfect Cosmopolitan at home, you’ll need a cocktail shaker, a jigger (measuring tool), a fine strainer, and a martini/coupe glass. Here’s How To Make A Cosmopolitan Cocktail: Making A…
A Bloody Mary is a classic cocktail known for its savory, spicy, and tangy flavors. With 8+ ingredients, this cocktail is not the easiest to make, but definitely worth it. Here’s how to make a classic Bloody Mary. Making A Bloody Mary Cocktail: Pro Tips As you can see, making a Bloody Mary cocktail does…
A Screwdriver is a simple and classic cocktail made with just two ingredients: vodka and orange juice. Here’s how to make a Screwdriver cocktail. Making A Screwdriver Cocktail: Pro Tips As you can see, making a Screwdriver cocktail is super easy and you can easily whip up this cocktail in a matter of seconds. If…