Negroni

Negroni With equal portions Campari, gin and vermouth, this seemingly-simple cocktail is in fact quite intriguing with a bittersweet taste that is both refreshing and complicated. Orson Welles was quoted saying, "The bitters are great to the liver, so the gin is awful for you. They balance each other out" The Negroni served on the rocks and is traditionally garnished with an orange peel.



Manhattan This colorful, bourbon-based cocktail is recognized because of its prominent reputation. You'll often find a traditional Manhattan at the hands of New York socialites or one of ritzy, fashion-forward film personalities like Marilyn Monroe in Some Like It Sexy. And, needless to say, no Manhattan is complete without a cherry on the top.



Dirty Martini Despite its suggestive name, the Dirty Martini is really very sophisticated. This gin-based martini features a surprising splash of olive oil, making it slightly different than its own dry counterpart. The salty taste generates a pleasing accompaniment to dry vermouth and gin.



Whiskey Sour Known for its adult flavor, this bourbon-based cocktail is best when mixed with fewer ingredients and garnishes. Jump the pineapples and cubes -- all this drink needs is whiskey, sugar and lemon juice (and maybe a cherry and orange wedge for garnish) to give it a real appearance and taste.



Mojito This classic Cuban cocktail comes with a combination of citrus, sweet and mint flavors to overpower the effectiveness of rum and provide a refreshing taste. A Mojito could be especially fun on a hot summer day while lounging poolside.



Old Fashioned Take a step back in time with a straightforward and genuine age-old cocktail: the Old Fashioned. Famous in 19th-century pubs and gentlemen's clubs, this bourbon-based drink even turned into a favorite drink of President Harry S. Truman.



Sidecar In cocktail language, "sidecar" really refers to what's left over after a bartender mixes a drink. He or she'll then pour the remainder into a shooter glass on the side, thus the sidecar. However, the sidecar has evolved into much more than just a few added sips. A tasty mix of brandy, triple sec and lemon juice, that this incredible beverage has come into its own.



Long Island Iced Tea For those who love iced tea, this Extended Island-based highball is even better. It could resemble a normal glass of tea, but a combination of vodka, rum, tequila, gin, triple sec and cola give it a strong and tasty kick.



Lemon Drop The Lemon Drop martini is the perfect mixture of sweet and sour. Its lemonade-style appearance and flavor make it an perfect drink for the ones that like to disguise the potent taste of alcohol. If you are making this drink for party guests, garnish with an enjoyable and colorful lemon twist and then include sugar around the rim of the glass to get additional sweetness.



Bloody Mary This hot and intricate beverage may be as spicy or mild as you would like. Flavorings such as Tabasco sauce, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne pepper may be added based on a favorite taste. Bloody Marys are most often garnished with a celery stalk, lime wedge and olives, and are the perfect accompaniment to a casual weekend brunch.



Mint Julep A Southern favorite, this fresh-tasting beverage features sugar, mint and needless to say, Kentucky bourbon. Always served in a silver cup, Churchill Downs made the Mint Julep the official drink of the Kentucky Derby in 1938, serving them in souvenir cups, a tradition that lives on now.  



Gin and Tonic The timeless Gin and Tonic cocktail originated in the 18th century and is especially popular during the warm summer months. Normally garnished with a lime or lemon, this simple beverage is a fizzy and refreshing drink with a pleasantly bittersweet flavor.



Margarita Most often enjoyed in Mexican restaurants and to celebrate Cinco de Mayo from the States, it may surprise you to learn that this yummy blend of tequila, triple sec and lime juice isn't really a classic Mexican beverage. In fact, the origin of this Margarita remains somewhat of a puzzle. But there's no doubt, it is the ideal addition to a basket of chips and salsa.



Moscow Mule Believe it or not, vodka hasn't been such a popular choice of spirit in the USA. So rumor has it that when a bartender could not move it (along with several cases of ginger beer), the Moscow Mule was first born. Served in a copper mug with a touch of lime, this refreshing drink was a pub staple ever since.  



Irish Coffee A little more complicated than simply including a shot of whiskey to your morning java, a real Irish java features strong, black coffee, Irish whiskey and brown sugar. A sweet layer of heavy whipping cream is the ideal finishing touch to this wealthy cocktail.  



Daiquiri Initially a mixture of rum, lime and sugar, the classic Daiquiri has since taken on several forms, including the popular strawberry variety. Although the winning combo was not the first of its type, the usage of Carta Blanca Rum from Cuba gave this beverage a fresh spin. Originally served on the rocks, author Ernest Hemingway favored his suspended and by the double.  



Screwdriver Fresh orange juice and vodka make up this easy, two-ingredient cocktail that may be found all over the world and also with several ingredient variations and enhancements.



Mai Tai The name Mai Tai actually translates to "from the world" in Tahitian, and that is exactly what it is. This summer cocktail is actually quite complicated with a torrid history that originated in the 1940s. The tropical drink got its start in California using the wake of tiki-bar civilization, but the true inventor of this favorite rum cocktail is a mystery to this day. But to enjoy this yummy concoction, all you really need to know is that light and dark rums you prefer.



Tom Collins This easy, lemonade-style cocktail comprises gin, lemon juice, club soda and sugar to make a sweet and fizzy combination. Produced in the 19th century, the Tom Collins has been the classiest cocktail of its day and is still regarded as a fancy drink for warm, summer days.



Cosmopolitan A variation of this traditional Daisy, the Cosmopolitan is a exceptional balance of vodka, triple sec and cranberry and lime juice. Normally served in a Martini glass, the Cosmopolitan grew in popularity in the late 1990s thanks to the sultry tastemakers of Sex and the City.  



Caipirinha It could be Brazil's national cocktail, but Americans have certainly caught on to the refreshing beverage that's actually produced from a exceptional soul called cachaa (made from the fermentation of sugarcane juice that is subsequently dried). Add some lime and sugar, and you've got yourself a beautiful beverage with a kick.