8 Super Simple Cocktails
WRITTEN BY: SCOTT VAN DORT
Think that making a great drink must be difficult, time-consuming or that it’s a skill reserved for an elite few? Think again! We’re here to show you that anyone can mix a great cocktail!
Below you’ll find eight easy-to-make cocktails that are both delicious and impressive. So, if you’ve got 60 seconds, you’ve got enough time to mix a great drink.
Trust us, if you’re organizing an outdoor gathering with friends or hosting a sophisticated cocktail party, these drinks will not disappoint!
1. Sea Breeze
The Sea Breeze is a classic cocktail that originated in the 1920s or 1930s and belongs to the so-called “Cape Cod” family, which is made up of drinks crafted from Vodka and Cranberry Juice.
Here, the tartness of the Cranberry Juice is perfectly balanced by the sharpness of Grapefruit, creating a delicious tanginess, while Absolut Vodka smooths everything out. A classic summer drink, here’s how to make a Seabreeze cocktail.
2. Gin and Tonic
What can you say about a G&T? It’s perfectly simple. The juniper and botanicals from the Gin create a fragrant, aromatic profile that works incredibly well with the crisp, slightly bitter Tonic Water. Garnish with a Lemon Wedge, Lime Wedge or a slice of Cucumber, and you’ve got a classic drink that checks all the boxes.
Here’s how to make a classic Gin and Tonic.
3. Vodka Tonic
There’s nothing as crisp and clean as a Vodka Tonic. You’ve got the smooth, clean taste of Absolut Vodka that pairs perfectly with the crisp, slightly bitter bite of Tonic Water. Add a twist of Lime and you’ve got yourself a cocktail that’s light, bubbly, and perfectly uncomplicated. Here’s how to make a Vodka Tonic.
4. Malibu and Pineapple
This two-ingredient drink boasts one of the most incredible flavor combinations known to mankind – Coconut and Pineapple. You could say it’s the world’s simplest Piña Colada, delivering all the deliciousness without any of the fuss.
Discover our Malibu and Pineapple cocktail recipe.
5. The Greyhound
Mixing Grapefruit Vodka with Fresh Grapefruit Juice, the Greyhound is zesty, juicy, citrusy and absolutely delicious. The key to this drink is pressing your own Fresh Grapefruit Juice. Trust us, that small detail makes a huge difference. Learn how to make the Greyhound.
6. Tom Collins
This beloved, timeless cocktail effortlessly blends Gin, Fresh Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, and Soda Water, garnished with a Cherry and a Lemon Wedge. No wonder the Tom Collins has remained an indisputable classic for generations – it’s a perfect drink. Discover our Tom Collins recipe.
7. Screwdriver
Two-ingredient cocktails are a testament to the idea that less is often more. And you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better example of this than the beloved Screwdriver. Made with Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice and Absolut Vodka, this classic drink is a burst of citrusy goodness mixed with a smooth Vodka finish. Here’s how to make a Screwdriver cocktail.
8. Vodka Soda
So simple yet so on point, the Vodka Soda is one of the most popular drinks on the planet and works for every occasion.
“The key to this drink is to get a lot of fresh Lime Juice in there,” says Ricardo ‘Rico’ Dynan, Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador. The simplicity of the Vodka Soda allows the quality of its ingredients to shine, so be sure to use the best Vodka and the juiciest Limes you can find. Here’s how to make a Vodka Soda.
Cocktail recipes by ingredient
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Lemon Drop Shot
Absolut Citron, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Lemon, Sugar, Superfine, Ice Cubes
Cosmopolitan
Absolut Citron, Triple Sec, Lime Juice, Cranberry Juice (sweetened), Orange Zest, Ice Cubes
Bloody Mary
Absolut Vodka, Tomato Juice, Lemon Juice, Hot Sauce, Worcestershire Sauce, Ground Black Pepper, Garlic Salt, Lemon, Celery
Appletini
Absolut Vodka, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Apple Liqueur, Apple Juice, Ice Cubes
Long Island Iced Tea
Absolut Vodka, Light Rum, Gin, Tequila Blanco, Lemon Juice, Triple Sec, Cola, Lemon, Ice Cubes
Amaretto Sour
Amaretto, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Egg White, Maraschino, Orange, Ice Cubes
