We are about to start a season with lots of entertaining. One of the best parts of planning a great party is the drinks! While we don’t need an excuse for a good cocktail, having a celebration is certainly a great time to have a drink.

Try some of these classic cocktails and master them. Get quality ingredients, the right glasses, and the proper equipment for a few of these cocktails, and get ready to impress your guests with a classic favorite. 

These classic cocktails from the good old days are the perfect drink for any occasion. 

Smoky Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned

Revamp a classic with a delectable twist by adding walnut bitters, liquid apple smoke, and smoky maple syrup to Maker’s Mark bourbon. Serve this concoction in an old-fashioned glass with a large, smoky-infused ice cube, and garnish with a thick twist of orange peel for a truly exquisite bourbon beverage.

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Classic Gin and Tonic

The classic gin and tonic is a light, fresh, and easy 3-ingredient cocktail. When made properly it’s delicious and easy to make. 

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Blue Hawaii Drink

This blue Hawaii cocktail features pineapple and coconut flavors. One sip will transport you somewhere warm and sunny, no matter where you actually are. 

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Vodka Cranberry Recipe

This is seriously the best Vodka Cranberry Recipe that you’ve ever had! Take this classic cocktail to the next level with this simply delicious recipe.

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Frozen Strawberry Margarita Recipe

With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can make the perfect frozen strawberry margarita. In no time, you will be sipping the fruity flavors of summer!

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Pink Gin Spritz Cocktail

This pink gin recipe is so great. Made with grapefruit juice, soda water, and prosecco, this will surely be one of your new favorite pink gin cocktail recipes.

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Dawa Drink

Discover the invigorating flavors of Dawa, Kenya’s iconic cocktail! This delightful blend of vodka and lime offers refreshing notes that will captivate your taste buds.

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Brandy Alexander Cocktail

The sugar-free Brandy Alexander cocktail offers a divine taste, is simple to prepare, and possesses an elegance that is sure to impress your guests.

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Fall Spiced Old Fashioned Cocktail

The warm, smoky Fall Spiced Old Fashioned will be your go-to cocktail throughout the season. Preparing the simple syrup in advance ensures effortless hosting.

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Pumpkin Old Fashioned

Our Pumpkin Old Fashioned offers a cozy take on the timeless cocktail. This concoction combines bourbon’s deep flavors with pumpkin’s comforting spices, creating an ideal drink for crisp autumn nights. It’s an uncomplicated yet tasteful method to toast to the season with each sip.

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Old Fashioned Cocktail

The classic Old Fashioned cocktail is sweetened with sugar, blended with bourbon and Angostura bitters, and adorned with a twist of orange and a Luxardo cherry for garnish.

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Coffee Old Fashioned 

Crafted with cold brew coffee and a bourbon of your choice, this Coffee Old Fashioned offers a unique twist that combines the essence of an espresso martini with the classic Old Fashioned, ideal for enjoying by the bonfire.

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Smoked Rosemary Old Fashioned

For those who enjoy a classic Old Fashioned cocktail, consider trying the Smoked Rosemary Old Fashioned for a twist. It requires no special equipment and can be prepared in just a few minutes!

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Black Manhattan

The black Manhattan is a dark-colored variation of the classic Manhattan cocktail, which features rye whiskey and Amaro. Because of its deep coloring, it’s appropriate for any occasion, but I particularly like to serve it for a classy New Year’s Eve party or on Halloween.

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Southern Comfort Old Fashioned

The Southern Comfort Old Fashioned cocktail offers a unique twist on the classic Old Fashioned by substituting bourbon whiskey with Southern Comfort. For those who appreciate a robust cocktail and have a penchant for Southern Comfort, this beverage is an ideal choice.

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Rum Old Fashioned Cocktail

Simple, classic cocktails such as the Rum Old Fashioned are gaining popularity. They offer the enjoyment of a broad spectrum of cocktails without the need for numerous extras like syrups, juices, or liqueurs. A few staple ingredients and a garnish are all that’s necessary. Moreover, they allow the true flavors of the spirits to come through, without an overly sweet taste.

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Italian Limoncello Recipe

Create this Italian limoncello recipe for personal enjoyment, a special event, or as a unique gift. Mastering a superb homemade limoncello recipe is valuable, as this lemon-flavored liqueur is a delightful way to conclude a meal, particularly after savoring delectable Italian dishes.

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Oaxaca Old Fashioned

The Oaxaca Old Fashioned is a twist of the traditional Old Fashioned, featuring a combined base of tequila and mezcal. It is believed that this cocktail was conceived to acquaint the American taste buds with the distinctive smoky notes of mezcal.

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Citrus Sidecar Cocktail

A citrusy, moderately sweet cocktail from the 1920s, featuring fresh lemon and a twist of orange. Time to pick up your cognac and slip into your flapper dress!

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Sweet Cherry Bourbon Smash Cocktail

Luscious summer cherries blend with velvety bourbon, zesty lemon juice, aromatic herbs, and fiery ginger beer in my version of this stunning summer cocktail. It’s an ideal beverage to toast to the cherry season: attractive, effervescent, and utterly delightful!

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