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Tired of the same old drink? Spice up your nightlife with these bartender-approved cocktails!
Bartenders get creative, and they have some favorites they wish customers would order more often. So ditch your usual and dive into something new — you might just discover your new go-to drink.
Beyond Mimosas: Unleash the Power of Champagne
Champagne can do so much more than brunch! Alex Cabrera, head mixologist at Puente Romano resort, loves crafting champagne cocktails.
His favorite? A refreshing mix of champagne, passionfruit juice, and strawberry juice.
The simplicity lets the fruit flavors shine, and it’s a great low-alcohol option.
For a twist on a classic, try a French 75. Mixologist Monica Wells enjoys customizing this traditionally gin, lemon juice, champagne, and simple syrup concoction with regional citrus or tropical fruit.
Smoked Old Fashioned: Simple, Yet Sophisticated
Wells also recommends a smoked Old Fashioned. This three-ingredient cocktail (bourbon, simple syrup, and bitters) offers surprising complexity. Experiment with different bourbons and wood chips for a personalized smoky experience.
South of the Border: Explore Sotol
Move over tequila! Eder Leon, of Bonny Moon beach club, suggests trying sotol.
This Mexican spirit boasts an earthy, herbal, and slightly smoky profile. Its robust flavor shines in cocktails like the Durango, often featuring mezcal, grapefruit soda, and jasmine syrup.
Dark and Stormy: A Classic with a Kick
Leon’s personal favorite? The Dark and Stormy.
This mix of dark rum and ginger beer is both bold and refreshing. Bartenders can easily add their own flair with bitters, spiced rum, or various ginger beers.
So next time you’re at the bar, skip the usual and try one of these bartender favorites. Cheers to new adventures in taste!
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