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Long Island Ice Tea

Long Island Ice Tea

The REAL Long Island Iced Tea can seem like a complicated cocktail given all its ingredients. For one, it adds a touch of four different spirits (vodka, rum, gin & tequila) in one glass – sounds rough but dangerously smooth. The drink has a much higher alcohol concentration (approximately 22%) than most highball drinks due to the relatively small amount …

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Tequila Bee's Knees

Tequila Bee’s Knees

If you’re looking for a fun, historical drink, look no further than the Tequila Bee’s Knees! This delicious recipe is made with tequila, honey, and lemon juice, and was first created during the prohibition era in the United States. The phrase “bee’s knees” was used in Prohibition times as slang to mean “the best.” Bee’s …

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Paloma

Tequila Paloma

The Paloma, also known as “the working man’s drink”, is a tequila-based cocktail. This drink is most commonly prepared by mixing tequila, lime juice, and a grapefruit-flavored soda. This has been known to be Mexico’s favorite cocktail. For those that don’t know, Paloma is the Spanish word for “dove.”

Margarita

Tequila Margarita

The classic Tequila Margarita drink has the perfect balance of tequila, triple sec, and lime juice, making it a refreshing cocktail. This is the ultimate Friday night drink to kick back and relax with when friends are over. Choose a high-quality Blanco or silver tequila for the best margarita. Since the recipe only has three ingredients, there’s nowhere for any flavors to “hide.” Quality is important.

Hurricane

Hurricane

The Hurricane cocktail is a sweet alcoholic drink made with rum, lemon juice, and passion fruit syrup. The first version of the cocktail is believed to have been served at the 1939 New York World’s Fair in Queens at the Hurricane Bar. However, in popular culture, the drink is traced back to New Orleans where …

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Cuba Libre

Cuba Libre

Cuba Libre, a timeless classic cocktail from Cuba, is one of the most beloved drinks in the country and across the globe. Its signature elements are a mix of rum and Coca-Cola with a lime wedge for garnish. Cuba Libre translates to “free Cuba” and some say it originated in 1900 to celebrate Cuba’s freedom …

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Mai Tai

Mai Tai

Did you know that Mai Tai means ‘Out of this World’ in Tahitian? This cocktail is one of the most popular and iconic drinks in tiki culture. First created in 1944 by Vic Bergeron, the Mai Tai quickly gained a following among tiki enthusiasts and beachgoers alike. The Mai Tai is made from rum, orgeat …

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Passion Daiquiri

The Passion Daiquiri is an iconic and truly scrumptious cocktail. The drink has its roots in the sunny Caribbean islands of the West Indies and is made with a tantalizing combination of aged rum, lime juice, and passionfruit syrup. Of course, the real secret to making a Passion Daiquiri is not just the ingredients, but …

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Gin Fizz

Gin Fizz

Gin Fizz is a cocktail that’s been enjoyed for generations. Its bubbly profile brings a festive atmosphere to any occasion – whether it’s a cozy evening celebration at home or a night out on the town. Gin Fizz was certainly ahead of its time, having made its debut in 1887 when mixed drinks were still …

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Gin & Tonic

Gin & Tonic

Gin & Tonic is one of the world’s oldest cocktails. Its origins actually trace back hundreds of years when the drink was used as an alcohol-based tonic consisting of Gin and water. During colonial times in India, tonic was added to Gin for a delicious beverage to help ward off malaria. It soon went global, …

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