On the eve of a holiday, be it New Year or a birthday, we think about what to do that would be remembered for a long time and one of the options is making a cocktail. You know that there are more than 1000 alcoholic ones and more than 2000 non-alcoholic ones. The main ingredients are gin, vodka, tequila, rum, and various liqueurs, hot chocolate, milk, honey, cream and much more are in demand as additional ingredients. Today I will tell you how to make an alcoholic cocktail at home, as well as the best recipes.

What do you need for cooking?

First, we must purchase straws, napkins and a real bartender’s set, which is 7 items made of noble stainless steel:

1. Shaker 550 ml consisting of 3 parts with built-in strainer
2. Molded Ice Bucket 1.3L Double Wall
3. Lid
4. Ice tongs
5. Jiger 20/40
6. Bar spoon 19.5 cm
7. Strainer with solid molded handle

Of course, you can do without this set, but check it out personal experience pouring even through an ordinary teaspoon is very inconvenient and it’s not always possible to do it right 🙁 That’s why we don’t skimp on buying, because such a set will last you a lifetime, unless, of course, it’s Chinese :-).

The second step is to buy the main ingredients, and there are not a lot of them. For this reason, you need to look at the most best cocktails and buy for them, and over time everything else, but if you have enough money, then take everything, it won’t hurt :-). The main advantage is that they invigorate more than they kill, but if you need to kill someone, you can do this with the help of some options, well, more on that later. You must definitely purchase:

1. Rum (of course there are many types, you should start from the desired cocktails)
2. Vodka ( better light, I like Helsinki, of course it costs twice as much as Nemiroff, but it’s worth it)
3. Tequila
4. Absinthe
5. Liqueurs (there are a lot of them, I personally recommend the most popular Baileys, Malibu, Shridan’s, Coinro)
6. Juice (the best are orange, lemon, apple, tomato)
7. Fillings (various berries and pieces of fruit)
8. Syrups to suit your taste

The best alcoholic cocktails

Well, let’s get down to looking at simple and tasty alcoholic cocktails at home, we’re sure you’ll like them.

Mojito

Very popular among alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails, its preparation does not require professional skills, so preparing a mojito at home is not difficult. Preparation is as follows: take a shaker, fill it 1/3 with ice, then add mint leaves (preferably previously crushed), then fill with soda (1/3 of the shaker) and finally pour 50-60 ml of white rum, then close the lid and Give it a good shake, voila the mojito is ready, pour the resulting mixture into a glass, garnish with a slice of lime and insert a straw.

Recipe

Pina Colada

No less popular, especially among girls, is Pina Colada, a sweet Caribbean cocktail that translates to “filtered pineapple.” Guys are unlikely to like it, but girls will be delighted. Guys, take note with this cocktail to warm up the girls before the more killer cauldrons.

1. 60 ml white rum
2. 60 ml pineapple juice
3. 75 ml coconut cream
4. pineapple pieces
5. 60 ml Baileys liqueur

Pour all the ingredients into a mixer, beat well, then pour into a glass with ice and you're done.

Margarita

An equally famous cocktail in the CIS countries, which has won its fans with its unique taste and ease of preparation.

1. 50 ml lime juice (you can use lemon)
2. 50 ml tequila
3. 25 ml Cointreau liqueur
4. ice a couple of cubes

All ingredients are poured into a shaker with crushed ice and shaken thoroughly, after which they are poured into a wide glass and salt or sugar is poured onto the edge of the glass to taste.

Sex on the beach

An equally titled cocktail for ladies, which consists of simple and inexpensive ingredients, plus it’s very easy to make at home.

1. 50 ml vodka
2. 25 ml peach liqueur (Peach Schnapps)
3. 50 ml orange juice
4. 50 ml cranberry or pineapple juice

Video cooking instructions

All this is mixed in a shaker and poured into a glass with ice, after which you can garnish with a slice of lime, lemon, orange or cherry. You need to drink through a straw.

Screwdriver

The most famous drink among young people, which is the easiest to prepare and consists of two ingredients. And invented back in the 1940s by the USA.

1. 50 ml vodka
2. 150 ml orange juice (pineapple juice can also be used)

Video instruction

All these ingredients are poured into a shaker with crushed ice, mixed well and poured into a glass, garnished with an orange slice. That's it, the screwdriver is ready, you drink through a straw.

B 52

All of these were more feminine cocktails, but now let’s go with men’s “invigorating cocktails” and let’s start with the most famous one - B 52. It is very beautiful, flaming and popular in clubs, both externally and internally - it is a burning bomb, it lifts the mood above the forevatar , I highly recommend it for entertaining parties. And so now we’ll find out how to cook B 52.

Recipe

1. 30 ml Kahlua coffee liqueur
2. 30 ml Baileys cream liqueur
3. 30 ml Cointreau orange liqueur

Video instruction

But preparing this cocktail is more difficult and requires a little skill, so if you want to show the company what kind of bartender you are, it’s better to practice in advance. We will need a glass and a bar spoon with a long stem, insert this spoon into the glass and carefully pour the coffee liqueur, then raise the spoon above the already poured coffee liqueur, also carefully pour the cream liqueur and finally, just as carefully pour the orange liqueur on top, it’s almost ready, the finishing touch there will be a beautiful arson and voila everything is ok. You should drink it quickly and through a straw, just lower the straw to the bottom and pull it into you from the bottom, only quickly, so that the straw does not melt :) It is this sequence that will bring extraordinary sensations.

Zombie

Our next participant is named Zombie, which has a bunch of ingredients and is therefore very unique, its taste is extraordinary.

1. 75 ml white rum
2. 15 ml dark rum
3. 30 ml pineapple juice
4. 30 ml orange juice
5. 30 ml passion fruit juice (peach)
6. 30 ml table purified water
7. 30 ml fruit rum
8. 15 ml apricot brandy

How to make a Zombie cocktail video lesson

Preparing the Zombie cocktail is very simple, pour all the ingredients into a shaker, mix well and pour into a glass with ice, you can drink through a straw or simply, you can garnish with a cherry.

Fidel

The next alcoholic cocktail is Fidel for extreme people, they drink it to quickly turn off the brain and turn on the autopilot 🙂 so be careful not to overdo it.

1. 30 ml coffee liqueur
2. 30 ml lemon juice
3. 30 ml absinthe

Cooking master class

Preparation requires the presence of a bar spoon; with its help, first carefully pour out the coffee liqueur, then lemon juice and pour absinthe on top. You need to drink it in one sip, you can set it on fire if you wish.

Oligarch

There is also a more invigorating Oligarch cocktail, if you drink a couple of glasses of this, your eyes will start sending each other after 15 minutes :)

It was perhaps the drink of choice of French officers, served most often in close proximity to rebel colonists during the American Revolutionary War, which soon led to the creation of the southern states of the United States. However, no one can dispute the fact that cocktails began their true ascent to the Olympus of glory in the 20s of the last century in America, when they became the favorite, but illegal alcoholic drink of hundreds of thousands of alcohol lovers, opposing the cruel and unforgiving “dry law." An unconditional ban on the "manufacture, sale and transportation of alcoholic beverages" kept the American population under strict control from 1919, that is, from the moment the XVIII Amendment to the US Constitution became law over the veto of President Woodrow Wilson, until 1933, when In the United States of America, drinking alcoholic beverages has become legal again.
One way or another, the basis of any of our cocktails is some strong unusual drink. It can be assumed that the first cocktails were prepared using gin, which at that time had a strong sweetish taste, which was preferable to be hidden in a mixture with other drinks. And the first cocktail recipes that have survived to this day date back to the second half of the 19th century, for example, Martini, Daiquiri and Manhattan. Cocktails received their real development in the 1920-1930s, when many classic cocktails were invented, which today are very popular in bars around the world. At that time, Bloody Mary and Side Car appeared in Paris, and Americano and Negroni in Italy. The cocktails were called American Drinks because they were prepared for Americans who were looking abroad for sensations that were prohibited in their own country. During Prohibition in the United States, drinks were also secretly mixed in an attempt to hide the taste of alcohol. Today, the fashion for cocktails is returning with renewed vigor, facilitated by the emergence of new liqueurs, unusual flavors and exotic fruits, as well as a special atmosphere characteristic of troubled times and mixed drinks. Harry's New York Bar in Paris claims that many classic cocktails were created here in the first half of the last century. However, not everyone agrees with this, believing that the bar has put its name on some other people's creations. One thing is certain: the White cocktail Lady was clearly invented by Harry McElon, who first worked here as a bartender and later became the owner of the establishment. A whole network of Harry's bars was opened in different cities around the world. But of these, only Harry's Bar in Venice gave birth to lasting creations, for example, the Bellini cocktail.

Cocktails are needed when the goal is not to achieve intoxication, but to have a good time, enjoy the balanced taste and aesthetic appearance of the drink. There is an incredible variety of alcoholic mixes, ranging from the simplest, like Screwdriver or Mojito, to exclusive ones, which are the author’s development of a particular bar or bartender. In this article we will look at the main types of cocktails according to different parameters.

It is interesting that even with impeccable adherence to proportions, the same cocktail turns out a little differently each time - different ingredients, temperature, amount of ice and mixing time have an effect. Experienced bartenders often modify recipes to suit their own taste and cooking style.

Cocktails by drinking time

Aperitifs. Served before meals, helps improve appetite. This category includes Martini, Manhattan, Kir, Albatross. As a rule, the composition includes strong alcohol - for example, vermouth or gin, but the strength of the finished cocktail is low, since it should not cause premature intoxication.

Digestifs. Drink after a heavy meal to improve digestion. Typically, these cocktails are stronger than aperitifs; in addition, they can be quite sweet and go well with coffee, cheese or dessert. There is a wide variety of options available here, from Brandy Alexander or White Russian based on cognac to punches.

Any Time (at any time). They are not tied to food intake in any way; you can drink them any time you want. This section contains the most famous and classic cocktails: “Rusty Nail”, “ Bloody Mary", "Tequila Sunrise", "Cosmopolitan", etc.

By strength and volume

There are the following types of cocktails:

• Shot drinks. Served in 40-60 ml glasses and drunk in one gulp. They can be flaky, strong, weak, some set on fire. Examples: “Kamikaze”, “B-52”, “Orgasm”.
• Short Drinks. Served in glasses of 60-160 ml, strength varies from 17 to 45 degrees. Examples: Caipirinha, Porto Flip, Golden Cadillac, Old Fashioned.
• Long Drinks. Drink from tall glasses with a volume of 160-300 ml, the strength rarely exceeds 17 degrees. Examples: Long Island Ice Tea, Bellini, Negroni, Mojito.

Hot alcoholic cocktails are a little different, the volume and strength of which are not standardized, but usually the degree does not exceed 35%. Examples: Mulled wine, Punch, Grog, Irish Coffee, Toddy.

Many glasses are named after cocktails

Taste

The classification is quite confusing, but you can figure it out.

Daisy. Always short drinks. Strong alcohol with syrup, lemon juice and mineral water. Usually red. Strictly speaking, this is a style in which any 40-proof drink can be served: vodka, brandy, gin, etc.

Julep. A refreshing mint cocktail based on strong alcohol diluted with water. Examples: “Whiskey Julep”, “Green Devil”, “Legend”, “Mojito”.

Cardinal. Equal proportions of alcohol base and liqueur. Examples: “White Wings”, “Stinger”, “Red Russian”.

Collins. Long drinks, which are a mixture of one unsweetened and strong alcoholic ingredient, lemon juice, sugar, soda. Examples: "Captain Collins", "Hulk", "Colonel Collins".

Cobbler. Wine or sherry with citrus juice and sugar, fruit, crushed ice. There are strawberry, pineapple, coffee and even egg cobblers.

Cooler. A low-alcohol cocktail made from a strong or wine base with fruit juice and ginger ale (optional, but often). As the name suggests, it is very refreshing in the summer. Examples: apple, berry, mint or mango coolers.

Sangaree. Cocktail sprinkled with crushed nutmeg. Examples: “Dream”, “Compress”, “Brandy Sangari”.

Sour(from English sour - “sour”). Actually, everything is clear from the name - a mix of an alcoholic base with lemon or lime juice, plus a sweet component (liqueur or fruit juice). Examples: “Kamikaze”, “Daiquiri”, “Margarita”.

Sling. In addition to alcohol and juices, the composition must include water (mineral or ordinary), the degree is usually low. Examples: “Singapore Sling”, “Tervis Sling”, “Caucasus”.

Smash. Cocktails with fresh mint, but usually stronger than a julep, since the recipe does not include water. Examples: “Lemon Smash”, “Martini Smash”, “Rum Smash”.

Swizzle (swizzle). Cocktail with bitters. Examples: London Mint, Evin's Park, Evergreen.

Fizz(from English fizz - “fizzy drink”). Alcohol mixes with sparkling water or champagne, the main thing is that the cocktail turns out “with bubbles.” Examples: “Lady Delamere”, “Caribbean Champagne”, “Astra”.

Fix. Long drink made from several strong ingredients. Examples: “Gin Fix”, “Mint Fix”, “Brandy Fix”.

Flip. The composition must include an egg. Examples: Glasgow, Penguin, Lisbon.

Frappe. Chilled cocktail with crushed ice, ice cream, cream and fruit syrup. Examples: cranberry, pineapple, peach, citrus, etc.

By cooking method

Shake. The ingredients are mixed in a shaker, then the finished cocktail is poured into a serving glass and decorated. This is how they do Daiquiri, Margarita and Cosmopolitan.

Build. The ingredients of the cocktail are simply added one by one to the serving glass, where they are subsequently mixed. The easiest way, suitable for Rum-Cola, Screwdriver, Tequila Sunrise, Mai Tai.

Stir. The ingredients are combined in a separate mixing glass, then the finished cocktail is poured into a serving glass. The method is used in such cocktails as Manhattan, Dirty Martini, Sazerac.

Muddle. It is not a separate cooking method. Mint, sugar or pieces of fruit are pre-kneaded with a special wooden mallet– muddler at the bottom of the serving glass, then add other ingredients. Kneading is required for Mojitos and Mint Juleps.

Blend. The ingredients are blended in a blender to obtain a homogeneous consistency, which is important for liquids with very different densities and fruits in the composition. The method is used in the Pina Colada and Blue Hawaii cocktails.

Layer. Layering layers on top of each other. Beautiful drinks are obtained from several immiscible (most often multi-colored) ingredients; the technique requires skill and dexterity from the bartender. Examples: “B-52”, “Irish Flag”, “Traffic Light”, “Black Widow”.

Layered cocktails look very beautiful

Types of cocktails beyond categories

The following types are difficult to combine with one sign, but you need to know about them.

Eggnog. An original Scottish invention: a mix of alcohol, sweet ingredients, nutmeg, eggs and cream or milk. Examples: Egg Nog Brandy, Egg Sour, Honey Egg Nog.

Oyster or Oyster(from the English oyster - “oyster”). Sobering anti-hangover cocktail with whole yolk, salt, pepper, hot ketchup. Examples: “Pulsar”, “Shaman”.

Highball. Any low-alcohol long drink served in a tall glass (highball). Examples: "Hurricane", "Scottish Highlander", "Sevilla".

Homemade milkshake is prepared in minutes from simple ingredients. The secret to a delicious drink is to use chilled ingredients. The products are whipped using a mixer, food processor or blender at maximum speed.

Milkshake - basic recipe with ice cream

Classic cocktail - healthy and tasty treat, which can be prepared for a children's party. Even children who refuse to drink regular milk like this drink. If you strictly follow the proportions specified in the recipe, even a novice cook can make a milkshake.

Compound:

• 0.5 l of low fat milk;
• 150 g ice cream.

Cooking method.

1. All ingredients are placed in the bowl of a food processor.
2. Stir with a spoon until the ice cream melts.
3. Turn on the equipment and beat at the highest setting for about 3 minutes until a soft foam appears.
4. The cocktail is poured into beautiful glasses, decorated, and crushed ice is added if desired.

In order not to spoil the taste of the drink, use high-quality ice cream without additives. If necessary, the cocktail is supplemented with other ingredients: berries, chocolate, cream, coffee.

How to cook with bananas?

This drink perfectly refreshes and saturates the body with protein, vitamins and minerals. It can be consumed as a quick snack or after physical activity to restore strength and energy.

You will need:

• 400 ml milk of medium fat content;
• 200 g creamy ice cream;
• 1 ripe banana.

Recipe step by step.

1. Peeled banana is cut and placed in a blender. Add 100 ml of milk.
2. Whisk the ingredients until all the pieces of fruit are pureed.
3. Add ice cream and beat for another minute.
4. Pour in the remaining milk and mix in a blender until fluffy foam is obtained.
5. Banana milkshake is consumed immediately after preparation.

Milkshake, like in the USSR

The taste of this dessert reminds many of their school and teenage years. The cocktail turns out thick, with high velvety foam.

Compound:

• 100 ml fat milk;
• 25 ml orange syrup;
• 25 g creamy ice cream.

Cooking technology.

1. To achieve high foam, the milk is pre-frozen.
2. Place all ingredients in a blender bowl and beat at maximum for exactly one minute.
3. The drink is poured into a glass and immediately drunk through a straw.

Sweet drink with strawberries

A cocktail prepared according to this recipe turns out incredibly tasty, nutritious and very healthy. If you present it effectively, it will become a table decoration at a children's party.

Required components:

• 300 ml milk with 2.5% fat content;
• 200 g ice cream;
• 300 g fresh ripe strawberries;
• 30 g granulated sugar.

Cooking process.

1. Strawberries are washed, stems are removed, and dried.
2. Place the berries and sugar in a blender and puree them.
3. Add ice cream with milk and turn up the speed for another minute.
4. A strawberry cocktail is served in a tall glass with a straw and a whole berry.

Chocolate milkshake

One serving of this drink energizes and gives good mood all day. You can experiment with the taste of the cocktail by adding different types of chocolate.

You will need:

• 100 ml milk;
• 50 g dark chocolate;
• 60 g vanilla ice cream.

Cooking steps.

1. To avoid any pieces of chocolate in the finished drink, the bar is first melted in a steam bath.
2. Ice cream is removed from the freezer in advance. If you add melted ice cream, the cocktail will be thicker.
3. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and beat until foam appears.
4. The finished drink is decorated with chocolate chips and a mint leaf. Serve in low square glasses.

Tip: lovers of rich chocolate flavor can add 5 g of ground coffee to the ingredients.

With kiwi

This exotic milk drink is a source of valuable microelements and vitamins. It is perfectly refreshing in the heat and replenishes energy reserves after hard work or training. To soften the sour taste of kiwi, add banana.

List of ingredients:

• 2 kiwis;
• half a banana;
• 200 ml milk;
• 10 g vanilla sugar;
• 40 g vanilla ice cream;
• 40 g caramel ice cream.

Cooking stages.

1. The kiwi is peeled and cut into slices. A few slices are set aside for decoration.
2. Half a banana is cut into cubes.
3. Place fruits in a blender bowl, pour half of the prepared milk and add vanilla sugar.
4. Beat the components in turbo mode for 2 minutes.
5. Add both types of ice cream to the resulting mass and beat for another minute.
6. The prepared kiwi cocktail is poured into glasses and decorated with slices of exotic fruit.

Vanilla cocktail

Both children and adults will enjoy the delicate taste of this cocktail.

Compound:

• 180 ml high fat milk;
• 50 g vanilla ice cream;
• 2 drops vanilla extract;
• 20 g sugar.

Progress of preparation.

1. Mix milk and slightly melted ice cream in a whipping container.
2. Beat the ingredients for 2 minutes. During this time, a thick foam should form.
3. Sugar is added to the milk composition and vanilla is added. Beat for another minute.

Cool the vanilla cocktail before serving.

Tip: before pouring the drink, the glasses can be placed in the freezer so that they are covered with frost, then the cocktail will give aesthetic pleasure and keep it cool longer.

With added pineapple

This drink helps normalize digestion, improve well-being and mood. Pineapple helps with weight loss, so the cocktail can be included in a non-strict diet.

You will need:

• 200 ml milk 1% fat;
• 400 g creamy ice cream;
• 1 g cinnamon powder;
• 500 g canned pineapple pieces.

Cooking method.

1. Liquid is drained from a jar of pineapples. Dry the pieces on a paper towel.
2. Ice cream is taken out freezer 30 minutes before cooking.
3. All ingredients are combined and blended with a blender.
4. When a lush, thick foam appears, the cocktail is ready.

Raspberry milkshake

The raspberry cocktail captivates with its tenderness and bright berry taste from the first sip.

Required components:

• 300 g raspberries;
• 0.5 l of milk;
• 40 g sugar;
• 200 g vanilla ice cream.

Cooking process.

1. The raspberries are sorted, leaving only ripe, undamaged berries.
2. Place sugar and raspberries in a blender and blend at low speed until pureed. To make the drink seedless, the mass can be rubbed through a fine sieve or cheesecloth.
3. Pour in milk and beat for a minute.
4. Add ice cream and continue cooking at high speed until creamy.
5. The finished drink is served in tall glasses and drunk through a straw.

Berry smoothie with ice cream

Not all children love fresh berries, but any child will drink a bright sweet drink with pleasure. This healthy treat can be included in your diet every day.

Compound:

• 100 g each of fresh raspberries, blackberries, blueberries;
• 20 g sugar;
• 150 g ice cream;
• 100 ml low-fat milk.

Recipe step by step.

1. The berries are washed and dried.
2. The ice cream is defrosted until soft.
3. All components are placed in a blender. Stir on turbo mode for 1.5 minutes.
4. Berry smoothie is poured into tall glasses and served with wide straws.

Milk coffee cocktail

Required components:

• 200 ml milk;
• 50 ml of drinking water;
• 10 g instant coffee;
• 10 g sugar;
• 100 g ice cream.

Cooking steps.

1. Mix coffee powder and sugar in a mug and pour cold water, mix thoroughly.
2. The resulting solution is poured into the blender bowl and blended for about a minute until the grains are completely dissolved.
3. Add milk and ice cream straight from the freezer and stir until fluffy foam forms.

With cognac and cinnamon

Unexpected guests can be treated to an invigorating alcoholic milkshake. They will definitely appreciate the aromatic drink.

You will need:

• 500 ml milk;
• 100 g chocolate ice cream;
• 100 ml cognac;
• 5 g vanilla sugar;
• 40 g regular sugar;
• 1 g cinnamon powder.

Cooking stages.

1. Milk is poured into a blender. Add both types of sugar and cinnamon.
2. Add ice cream from the freezer and cognac.
3. Add ice cubes if necessary.
4. Blend the contents of the blender until smooth.
5. Milk-cognac cocktail is poured into short glasses.

With pumpkin and apple

This drink must be present in the diet of everyone who wants to strengthen their immunity, lose weight, and saturate the body with vitamins and minerals. The main ingredients for the cocktail must first be baked.

Compound:

• 2 small sweet and sour apples;
• 300 g pumpkin pulp;
• 250 ml milk;
• 5 g honey.

Cooking stages.

1. Wash apples and pumpkin, cut into large cubes, place on a baking sheet and place in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 35 minutes.
2. The baked components are cooled first at room temperature, then in the refrigerator.
3. All products are combined in a blender bowl and blended into a homogeneous mass.
4. Before serving, the vitamin cocktail is cooled for 30 minutes.

With avocado

This nutritious and healthy drink can be consumed daily for breakfast. The substances contained in the cocktail help lower cholesterol, strengthen vision, and improve skin condition.

You will need:

• 1 avocado;
• 300 ml milk 2.5% fat;
• 40 g granulated sugar;
• 5 ml lemon juice;
• 1 g cinnamon.

Cooking method.

1. Peel the avocado and remove the pit. The pulp is cut into cubes and sprinkled with lemon juice to preserve its natural color.
2. After 10 minutes, transfer the avocado to a blender, add milk, and add granulated sugar.
3. Beat everything until smooth and the sugar grains are completely dissolved.
4. The prepared drink is poured into glasses and sprinkled with cinnamon.

Homemade milkshake with currants

Currant is a very healthy berry, but sour, so compotes and jam are most often prepared from it. However, heat treatment destroys some of the vitamins, so it is better to use fresh currants in cocktails.

Ingredients:

• 200 g of fresh or frozen black currants;
• 400 ml milk;
• 400 g ice cream;
• 30 g sugar.

Cooking technology.

1. If frozen berries are used, allow them to thaw.
2. Place the currants in a blender and add half the milk. Beat on medium for a minute.
3. Add the remaining milk, add 300 g of ice cream and sugar. Beat for another minute.
4. Milkshake with ice cream and currants is poured into glasses. The remains of the ice cream are cut into small pieces and added to the drink.



Required:

• 250 ml milk;
• 200 g pitted garden cherries;
• 10 g cocoa;
• 15 g brown sugar;
• mint leaves.

Step by step recipe.

1. Puree the cherries using a food processor.
2. Add milk, cocoa and sugar. Beat until smooth.
3. The cocktail poured into glasses is decorated with mint.

Spicy cocktail with parmesan

A very healthy drink with an unusual taste will appeal to those who adhere to a healthy diet.

Required components:

• 200 ml milk;
• 3 stalks of celery;
• 100 g parmesan.

Cooking steps.

1. Celery is grated and squeezed through cheesecloth.
2. Combine the resulting juice, milk, and grated cheese in a blender.
3. The ingredients are thoroughly whisked, poured into glasses and cooled.

Milkshakes cannot be stored for a long time, so they are always prepared for one time. The volume of ingredients should be calculated based on the number of servings.

A cocktail is a delicious drink that is made by mixing several ingredients. Translated from English, this word means “rooster’s tail.” It is no coincidence that this name suits this food product. The rooster's tail is bright, colorful, and alluring, just like a cocktail.

Cocktails appeared in the world a long time ago, as evidenced by historical facts..

Drinks mixed from different components have been consumed since ancient times. They were prepared for emperors, kings and pharaohs, served to guests and simply eaten. To maintain morale and strength, cocktails were prepared for soldiers, military leaders and the army.

Such drinks were prepared from berries, fruits and vegetables. To quench thirst, snow or crushed ice was added to the fruit mixture. IN Ancient China a drink made from ten different fruits was considered healing and had rejuvenating properties.

Counts, that for the first time an accurate description of this mixed drink published in an American publication. It was 1806. Cocktails were defined as stimulating, invigorating drinks made from various alcoholic ingredients, fruits, infusions and sugar.

The origin of the word “cocktail” is associated with cockfights in England. The British were very fond of drinking a mixture of different varieties beer and bitters. This mixture was called cock beer. The British fed the roosters this drink to boost their morale before competitions.

In France, there is the province of Bordeaux, where a cocktail is a mixture of several wines. This drink was brought by French officers to North America. Later, a French pharmacist began mixing bitters, brandy, wine and sugar. Such drinks were served in glass containers.

In Spain there is an opinion that this word name comes from Spanish, in which it means "rooster's tail". The Spaniards gave this comparison thanks to root of the plant that the Spanish bartender used to stir alcoholic drinks in dishes and treated them to residents and guests of his establishment. American sailors who went to bars on the Gulf Coast constantly ordered this wonderful drink.

Another origin of this word was the preparation of a drink from whiskey, rum, fruit and wheat in XVIII century. When the British military were sitting in a bar in France, the bartender prepared them a tasty mixed drink and decorated it with rooster feathers. The officer was delighted with such beauty, he exclaimed: “Let the rooster’s tail live!” In translation, the words are consonant.

After the introduction of Prohibition in the United States of America, many Americans began to visit Cuba to enjoy the wonderful Cuba Libre cocktail.

Not a single party or feast is complete without this drink. Mixed drinks are loved by adults and children.

Based on their composition, cocktails are divided into two types:

• alcoholic;
• non-alcoholic.

By volume, such drinks are divided into the following types:

1. Short (Shots). Volume from 60 to 160 ml.
2. Long (longs). Volume from 160 to 300 ml.
3. Very short (shooters). Volume from 40 to 60 ml.

Daiquiri

This delicious cocktail belongs to the “long” category. It is a Cuban drink made with sugar, lime juice or fresh lime and light rum. Classic recipe This drink looks like this: 45 ml rum, 15 ml sugar syrup, 25 ml lime juice.

Most often low-alcohol Daiquiri prepared using strawberries, that is, they make a strawberry Daiquiri. This cocktail is already happening larger volume and belongs to the “long” category.

To make strawberry Daiquiri at home, you will need 200 grams of fresh or frozen strawberries, 100 ml of rum, Sprite or another similar drink and ice.

If the strawberries are fresh, you can immediately grind them in a blender. If the strawberries are frozen, then they need to thaw for about 15 minutes, then grind in a blender, add rum and Sprite. You can make Daiquiri with strawberries or raspberries.

It is customary to drink the drink through a straw.

Pina colada

This is one of women's favorite cocktails. It tastes very good. This drink belongs to the Caribbean cocktails. Translated from Spanish, the name means “strained pineapple.”

The drink recipe is based on light rum, pineapple juice and coconut milk.

IN classic version Pina Colada is a long cocktail. To prepare it you will need 90 ml of pineapple juice, 30 ml of light rum and 30 ml of coconut milk or cream. Ice cubes are added to all these components, everything is mixed in a blender and served in a beautiful glass with a stem. A straw is served with the cocktail.

Tequila Dawn

Tequila Dawn or Rising Sun - alcoholic cocktail of the “long” category. It got its name due to its appearance, it looks like a sunny dawn.

Making this drink is simple. Crushed ice is placed at the bottom of the glass, 90 ml of orange juice, 45 ml of tequila and 15 ml of grenadine are poured onto it. All this is not mixed, but left in layers.

There is another common recipe called “Setting Sun”. All ingredients remain, additionally use blueberry brand.

Blue Lagoon

The name and color of this alcoholic cocktail mesmerizing. This blue drink was first prepared in New York. It got its name from the film of the same name.

Your heavenly colors The drink owes its name to Blue Curacao liqueur, which is included in its composition. To prepare this alcoholic miracle, you need to pour 20 ml of Blue Curacao liqueur into a glass, add 50 ml of vodka, 80 ml of lemonade or Sprite. All ingredients are thoroughly mixed, crushed ice is added and served in a wide stemmed glass, garnished with a sprig of mint and a slice of lemon. The cocktail recipe can be varied by changing fruit juices. The cocktail is drunk through a straw.

Sex on the beach

The most summer cocktail, the most common drink in resort regions. It belongs to the “long” category. The recipe for this cocktail first appeared in the 20th century and was called “Sand in your shorts” or “Fun on the beach.”

Such alcoholic drink served in a glass with high walls. Mix 40 ml of vodka, 40 ml of orange or pineapple juice, 20 ml of peach or melon liqueur, 40 ml of cranberry juice and crushed ice in a shaker. The glass is decorated with a slice of orange.

Recipes for alcoholic cocktails are in demand among young people and owners of entertainment venues.

Cocktail recipes: the most delicious and simple non-alcoholic cocktails

Mojito

Mojito is loved in any version. This simple drink perfectly quenches thirst, invigorates and tones. It is easy to prepare at home. To prepare it you will need a large and tall glass with a volume of 350 ml.

The recipe is quite simple. Pour 200 ml of sprite or lemonade, 50 ml of lemon juice, and a few sprigs of mint into a glass. Mix everything thoroughly, add ice cubes and garnish the glass with a lime wedge. The mixed drink is served with plenty of ice and a straw.

Non-alcoholic champagne

A great option for a non-alcoholic party. But you need to prepare it at home in advance.

How to make a cocktail at home? To do this you will need 1 liter of purified water. It needs to be boiled, add 150 grams of sugar, 2 bay leaves, 3 cinnamon sticks and half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 5 grams of cloves, 5 grams of ginger and nutmeg to the boiling water. Boil everything for 15 minutes, turn off. Let it cool to a warm temperature and add 150 grams of honey.

Important! Honey should not be placed in boiling or hot water!

Mix everything thoroughly, and after complete cooling, pour the resulting drink into bottles. Add 5 washed raisins to each bottle. Raisins will give the drink a carbonated effect. The bottles must be tightly closed and placed in the refrigerator. Non-alcoholic champagne must be infused and can be drunk after 3 weeks.

Cocktail recipes at home

Cuba Libre

The homemade recipe looks like this: pour 50 ml of light or dark rum and 150 ml of Pepsi or cola into a tall glass. Mix thoroughly and add ice.

Mimosa

Many delicious alcoholic cocktails are prepared using champagne. Add freshly squeezed orange juice to a glass of your favorite champagne at the rate of 75 ml of juice per 150 ml of champagne. Garnish the glass with an orange slice.

White Lady

Simple alcoholic cocktails consist of a couple or several ingredients. To prepare the White Lady you will need 50 ml of white gin, 50 ml of Can Tho liqueur, 50 ml of lemon juice and one egg white. All components are thoroughly mixed in a shaker and poured into a glass with a stem.

Low-alcohol cocktails have long occupied their niche among drinks. This is a great option for people who value taste and their time. Reasonable consumption of such drinks does not lead to unpleasant consequences, such as a morning hangover. After using them, there are no health or mental problems. These cocktails can give the most bright emotions And taste sensations even the most sophisticated gourmets. Such drinks have low alcohol content.

Recipes for alcoholic cocktails at home mostly contain simple ingredients. For example, vodka, fruit juices, sugar, wine and ice.

To make your homemade mixed drink even more delicious and attractive, decorate it with one of the following options:

• cocktail cherry;
• a slice of lime or pineapple;
• powdered sugar;
• granulated sugar;
• a sprig of mint;
• a slice of orange;
• cranberries or other red berries.

Alcoholic cocktails You can decorate your home with various serving accessories; you can insert an umbrella or original straws into the glass.

Making cocktails at home - very interesting and creative activity. Imagine, experiment. The recipe for a classic cocktail can always be varied and supplemented. Don't be afraid to change up the ingredients and surprise. After all, this is how great recipes are born.

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