Elevate your cocktail game with unique twists on classics like the Old Fashioned, Margarita, Mojito, Sazerac, and Bloody Mary. Discover refreshing new flavours now!
Are you tired of the same old cocktails? It’s time to shake things up and give your favourite classic cocktails a modern twist! From the timeless Old Fashioned to the refreshing Margarita, we’re taking these beloved drinks to the next level. Here are five innovative variations to tantalize your taste buds:
1. Old Fashioned: Smoky Maple Old Fashioned
Recipe:
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1/2 oz maple syrup
- 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
- Garnish: orange peel and a smoky cinnamon stick
Instructions:
- In a mixing glass, combine bourbon, maple syrup, and bitters.
- Stir well with ice until chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
- Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink and garnish with a smoky cinnamon stick.
Why it’s a Twist: The addition of maple syrup adds a rich, sweet depth to the classic Old Fashioned, while the smoky cinnamon stick enhances the aroma and flavor profile.
2. Margarita: Spicy Pineapple Margarita
Recipe:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz triple sec
- 1/2 oz jalapeño-infused agave syrup
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- Garnish: jalapeño slice and pineapple wedge
Instructions:
- Rim a glass with salt (optional) and fill it with ice.
- In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, triple sec, jalapeño-infused agave syrup, and pineapple juice.
- Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a slice of jalapeño and a pineapple wedge.
Why it’s a Twist: The spicy kick from the jalapeño-infused agave syrup combined with the sweet tanginess of pineapple gives this Margarita a unique and refreshing flavor profile.
3. Mojito: Berry Basil Mojito
Recipe:
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 4-6 fresh basil leaves
- Handful of mixed berries (strawberries, blackberries, raspberries)
- Soda water
- Garnish: basil leaf and mixed berries
Instructions:
- In a shaker, muddle basil leaves and mixed berries.
- Add rum, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with soda water.
- Garnish with a basil leaf and a few mixed berries.
Why it’s a Twist: The addition of fresh basil and mixed berries adds a delightful herbal and fruity complexity to the classic Mojito, elevating its taste and visual appeal.
4. Sazerac: Smoked Maple Sazerac
Recipe:
- 2 oz rye whiskey
- 1/4 oz maple syrup
- 3 dashes Peychaud’s bitters
- Absinthe rinse
- Garnish: lemon twist
Instructions:
- Rinse a chilled glass with absinthe and discard the excess.
- In a mixing glass, combine rye whiskey, maple syrup, and Peychaud’s bitters.
- Stir well with ice until chilled.
- Strain into the prepared glass.
- Express the oils from a lemon twist over the drink and garnish.
Why it’s a Twist: The subtle sweetness of maple syrup and the smokiness from the absinthe rinse add depth and complexity to the traditional Sazerac, creating a truly memorable cocktail experience.
5. Bloody Mary: Kimchi Bloody Mary
Recipe:
- 1 1/2 oz vodka
- 3 oz tomato juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz soy sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp Sriracha sauce
- 1/4 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp grated garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped kimchi
- Garnish: kimchi spear, celery stalk, lime wedge
Instructions:
- In a shaker, combine all ingredients except garnishes.
- Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a kimchi spear, celery stalk, and a lime wedge.
Why it’s a Twist: The addition of kimchi, along with Asian-inspired spices and flavors, gives this Bloody Mary a unique umami-rich taste with a spicy kick, perfect for adventurous palates.
Give these innovative twists on classic cocktails a try and impress your guests with your mixology skills! Cheers to unforgettable drinks and unforgettable memories.