Election night is the perfect excuse to gather friends, settle in, and sip on something delicious while the results roll in. Crafting a few special cocktails can make the night feel festive, no matter how things shake out.
Whether you want something light and refreshing or a bolder drink to toast the evening, these 10 cocktail recipes have you covered.
Rich & Strong Espresso Martini
The Espresso Martini is one of the best coffee drinks to be invented. The rich creamy head on this cocktail, mixed with the strong vodka is a delicious treat.
Cinnamon Apple Bourbon Smash
With just 4 ingredients, this Cinnamon Apple Bourbon Smash will put you in the mood for fall with its warming fall flavors. Experiment with adding unique flavors and make interesting whiskey cocktails.
Tequila Manhattan Cocktail
A Tequila Manhattan is a worthy rival to the classic Manhattan that you’ve been sipping all these years. The spicy flavor of the añejo tequila takes it in just a slightly different direction.
Spicy La Piña Mezcal Cocktail
This spicy La Piña Mezcal cocktail blends together the sweet tropical flavors of pineapple with the spiciness of a jalapeno and the aromatics of fresh cilantro and smoky mezcal to make a stunner of a cocktail.
Decadent Godiva Chocolate Martini
This incredibly decadent Godiva Chocolate Martini will become your favorite after dinner sweet treat for sure. The chocolate liqueur and cream make the perfect chocolate dessert in a glass.
French 75 Champagne Cocktail
Celebrate while you sip this French 75, a classic cocktail that blends Champagne with gin, lemon juice, and sugar. Gin and Champagne go very well together and you’re going to love it in this classic.
Classic Dark n’ Stormy
A Dark & Stormy cocktail has just 3 simple ingredients, but it’s as complex as its name implies. The dark element is the rum and the spicy element is the ginger beer. These, combined with a spritz of lime and a lot of ice, make for a delicious cocktail that is so sippible that you won’t put it down until it’s empty.
Boulevardier – A Classic Cocktail
If you’re a fan of a Negroni, you’ll definitely want to try a Boulevardier, made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, Campari, and an orange twist.
Smoky Mezcal Sour
This Smoky Mezcal Sour is the perfect blend of smokiness from the Mezcal, bitterness and depth from the Amaro, and tang from the fresh lime juice. All of this is topped off with a creamy foam finish.
The Last Word Cocktail
This sweet but punchy Last Word cocktail is a classic that combines gin, maraschino liqueur, Chartreuse and lime juice for a perky palate pleaser.
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Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.