Mixology Basics: How to Make the Perfect Cocktail at Home

We know that many of our customers are corporate employees who lead busy lives and don’t always have the time to go out to bars and restaurants to enjoy a good cocktail. That’s why we’re here to help you bring the bar to your home and teach you the mixology basics so that you can impress your friends and colleagues with your bartending skills.

First things first, let’s talk about the essential tools you’ll need to make the perfect cocktail at home. These mixology basics include:

• Shaker
• Jigger
• Strainer
• Muddler
• Mixing glass

You can easily find these tools online or at your local liquor store.

Additionally, having a good selection of spirits, mixers, and garnishes is essential to creating a well-rounded cocktail. Here’s a list of some basic ingredients you’ll need for mixology:

• Gin or vodka
• Dry vermouth
• Tequila
• Lime juice
• Cointreau or triple sec
• Bourbon or rye whiskey
• Sugar cube or simple syrup
• Angostura bitters
• Salt for rimming
• Lemon peel, olive, lime wedge, orange peel, cherry for garnish

Now, let’s get to the fun part – mixing up some delicious cocktails! Here are some basic cocktail recipes to get you started on your mixology journey:

Classic Martini

• 2.5 oz gin or vodka
• 0.5 oz dry vermouth
• Lemon peel or olive for garnish

Margarita

• 2 oz tequila
• 1 oz lime juice
• 0.75 oz Cointreau or triple sec
• Salt for rimming& lime wedge for garnish

Old Fashioned

• 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
• 1 sugar cube or 0.25 oz simple syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Orange peel and cherry for garnish

These recipes are just the beginning of your mixology journey. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different spirits, mixers, and garnishes to create your own unique cocktails. Remember, the key to making the perfect cocktail is using quality ingredients, measuring accurately, and mixing with care.

At?Bevvi, we are dedicated to providing you with the best selection of spirits, mixers, and kits to help you elevate your at-home mixology game. Whether you’re looking to impress your colleagues at your next virtual happy hour or just want to enjoy a delicious cocktail at the end of a long day, we’ve got you covered. Cheers to mastering mixology basics!