How to Choose Cocktail Recipes

When planning a party, particularly a dinner party, figuring out how to choose cocktail recipes that all of your guests will enjoy can become quite a challenge. To help narrow down the selection of recipes, it is best to learn which types of drinks are best to serve for different occasions.

Instructions

1. Choose light and smooth cocktail recipes to serve before dinner. Dinner drinks a great way to break the ice and serve to stimulate appetite. While the martini is the classic pre-dinner cocktail, recipes that include gin, vermouth or Campari are all excellent choices.

2. Wine and beer are probably the most common drinks served with dinner, as they can complement the flavor of the meal. For those adamant about having cocktails during mealtime, consider a bloody Mary or the classic martini.

3. Choose after dinner digestive cocktails, particularly if you are serving a heavy meal. Unsweetened cocktails which include whiskey, scotch or brandy are generally a fantastic way to top off your dinner party.

4. Prepare dessert cocktails for your adults-only parties. Dessert cocktail recipes generally include a sweet liqueur mixed with any combination of coffee, ice cream and fresh fruits. You can serve most either hot or cold.

Resources

• Thousands of cocktail recipes organized by flavor, ingredient, name and type.