6 Hollywood cocktails you can make in minutes!
Indulge in the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with our specially curated list of cocktails. Perfect for movie nights or Oscar-themed parties, these drinks will make you feel like a star. Don't miss the chance to try these show-stopping concoctions and elevate your cocktail game.
Hollywood-Inspired Cocktails: Lights, Camera, Sip!
A-list drinks for A-list occasions
Whether you're hosting a red carpet event or simply enjoying a cozy movie night at home, these Hollywood-inspired cocktails are sure to impress. With their alluring charm and star-studded appeal, these drinks are perfect for:
- Movie premieres: Celebrate the release of the latest blockbuster with a themed cocktail in hand.
- Awards show parties: Toast to your favorite nominees with a glamorous drink as you watch the ceremony.
- Classic film nights: Sip on a cocktail inspired by your favorite Hollywood icons as you revisit their most memorable performances.
The Perfect Cast of Ingredients
These show-stopping cocktails feature a variety of flavors and spirits, catering to every taste. You'll find:
- Classic flavors: Timeless ingredients like gin, whiskey, and vodka take center stage in these sophisticated concoctions.
- Fruity twists: Fresh fruits and juices add a vibrant touch to these cocktails, perfect for those who prefer a sweeter sip.
- Unexpected pairings: Unique flavor combinations and innovative ingredients make for an unforgettable drinking experience.
So, sit back, relax, and let the Hollywood magic take over as you enjoy these dazzling cocktails. Lights, camera, sip!
Brown Derby
The Brown Derby cocktail is a well-balanced mix of sweet, sour, and strong flavors. The bourbon provides a rich, warm base, while the grapefruit juice adds a tangy, citrusy note. The honey syrup brings a touch of sweetness to balance out the sourness of the grapefruit and the strength of the bourbon.
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Ingredients
- Bourbon: 2 oz(60ml)
- Grapefruit juice: 1 oz(30ml)
- Honey syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Grapefruit twist: 1 (optional)
- Cherry: 1 (optional)
Recipe
- Prepare honey syrup by combining equal parts honey and warm water, stirring until fully dissolved. Allow to cool.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, grapefruit juice, and honey syrup.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
- Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a grapefruit twist or cherry, if desired.
Don's Delight
Don's Delight is a well-balanced cocktail with a complex flavor profile. It's sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy with a hint of bitterness. The combination of fruit juices, rum, and spices creates a refreshing and invigorating taste.
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Ingredients
- White rum: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Dark rum: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Orange juice: 2 oz(60ml)
- Pineapple juice: 2 oz(60ml)
- Lime juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
- Orgeat syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Orange wheel: 1
- Grenadine: 0.25 oz(8ml)
- Maraschino cherry: 1
Recipe
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
- Add white rum, dark rum, orange juice, pineapple juice, lime juice, simple syrup, Angostura bitters, and orgeat syrup
- Shake well until chilled and combined
- Strain into a tall glass filled with crushed ice
- Slowly pour grenadine over the top, allowing it to sink to the bottom
- Garnish with an orange wheel and a maraschino cherry
Honeymoon
The Honeymoon cocktail has a delightful balance of sweet and sour flavors, with a smooth and velvety texture. The apple brandy adds a fruity and slightly tart note, while the honey and Benedictine liqueur provide a rich sweetness. The lemon juice provides a refreshing citrusy tang, making this cocktail a perfect harmony of flavors.
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Ingredients
- Apple brandy: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Benedictine liqueur: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Honey: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Garnish: Lemon Twist or Cherry
Recipe
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the following ingredients:
- 1.5 oz apple brandy
- 0.5 oz Benedictine liqueur
- 0.5 oz lemon juice
- 0.5 oz honey
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds
- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass
- Garnish with a lemon twist or cherry, as desired
Platinum Blonde
The Platinum Blonde cocktail offers a delightful balance of sweet and sour flavors, with a hint of bitterness from the orange liqueur. It is a smooth, refreshing, and light drink that leaves a pleasant citrusy aftertaste.
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Ingredients
- Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
- Lillet blanc: 1 oz(30ml)
- Cointreau: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Lemon juice: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Orange twist: 1
- Garnish: Edible Gold Flakes
Recipe
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
- Add gin, Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, and lemon juice
- Shake well until chilled
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass
- Garnish with an orange twist and a sprinkle of edible gold flakes
Spencer
The Spencer Cocktail is a delightful mix of sweet, sour, and bitter flavors. It has a smooth, velvety texture with a hint of citrus and herbal notes. The overall taste is well-balanced and elegant.
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Ingredients
- Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
- Lemon juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Maple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Aperol: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Egg white: 1
- Lemon twist: 1
Recipe
- Chill a coupe glass in the freezer
- Combine the gin, lemon juice, maple syrup, Aperol, and egg white in a cocktail shaker
- Dry shake (without ice) for 15-20 seconds to emulsify the egg white
- Add ice to the shaker and shake again for another 15-20 seconds
- Double strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass
- Garnish with a lemon twist, expressing the oils over the drink and placing it on the rim of the glass
Shirley Temple Mocktail
The Shirley Temple Mocktail is sweet and bubbly with a hint of citrus from the lime juice. It's a refreshing drink with a vibrant red hue that comes from the grenadine.
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Ingredients
- Ginger ale: 8 oz(240ml)
- Grenadine: 1tsp
- Fresh lime juice: 1squeeze
- Maraschino cherry: 1
Recipe
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour 8 oz of ginger ale over the ice.
- Add 1 teaspoon of grenadine.
- Squeeze in the juice of a lime wedge.
- Stir gently to mix.
- Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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