Cocktails are many and there is something for everyone. But lots of timeless favorites (and their variations) can get forgotten in a sea of espresso martinis and old-fashioneds. Up your cocktail game with these tried-and-true recipes. They are ready for their comeback and deserve a spot on your weekend menu!
Clover Club
The vintage Clover Club cocktail is a gorgeous, sweet sipper made with sweet raspberries and gin. The recipe’s roots go back to the late 1800s!
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Sidecar
Like many cocktails, the history of the classic Sidecar cocktail is murky, but it dates back to around the end of World War I. This beauty features a mix of brandy, Cointreau and lemon juice. This easy, elegant drink recipe is sure to impress, just as it always has.
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Grasshopper
Stunning in mint green since 1918, the classic Grasshopper drink will be the star of any dinner party or holiday festivities. This creamy mint chocolate dessert cocktail is simple to make yet will stun guests.
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Paloma
The most popular cocktail in Mexico isn’t the margarita — it’s the Paloma cocktail, who has held the title since its creation in the 1950s. It’s a refreshing drink made with tequila and sweet-tart grapefruit soda.
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Brown Derby
Step back in time to the Golden Age of Hollywood and enjoy a sweet-tart Brown Derby Cocktail. This classic grapefruit and bourbon drink is an absolute star that has certainly earned its spot on your weekend cocktail menu.
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Brandy Alexander
With just three ingredients, the classy and classic Brandy Alexander cocktail is like a boozy milkshake crossed with a chocolate martini. She first became popular in the early 20th century, but this timeless after-dinner drink is just as delicious today.
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Eastside
Dating back to the 2000s, this newer spin on the gin gimlet features cucumber and fresh mint. The Eastside Cocktail is like a step up from spa water, with a fun gin twist!
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Negroni Sbagliato
Light yet complex, the Negroni Sbagliato is a popular spin on the classic Negroni. Created by mistake in 1972, its inventor grabbed the prosecco instead of gin to make a whole new version of the timeless Negroni. You’ll find this effervescent, bitter version of the original is refreshing and easy to make, and still as classic as they come.
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Madras
A variation on the classic Cape Codder, the Madras drink is a refreshing classic cocktail that dates back to the 1970s. Made with vodka, cranberry juice and orange juice, this sipper carries all the sweet-tart vibes.
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New York Sour
The Whiskey Sour is a classic that dates all the way back to the 1870s! A version with a float of red wine on top, the New York Sour, came on the scene a decade later. This sweet whiskey-wine infusion boasts a rich blend of bourbon whiskey and a stunning red wine float.
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Champagne Cocktail
Sparkly and elegant, the classic Champagne Cocktail made with brandy or vodka, a sugar cube, cocktail bitters and your favorite bubbly. This recipe takes a simple glass of champagne and transforms it into a cocktail fit for special occasions of all kinds.
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