Gone are the days of coming home and going through all the trouble of creating a cocktail just to be able to put your feet up and relax. It’s 2018, we’re looking for convenience and ease, and homemade bottled cocktails are the answer.
5 Bottled Cocktails You Can Make At Home
- Bottled Chilli Margarita
- Bottled Moscow Mule
- Bottled Americano
- The Broken Bike
- Bottled Manhattan
1. Bottled Chilli Margarita
Did someone say Margarita AND chili? Sounds like a plan for the coming weekend. You’ll need a large glass bottle for this and have it within 1 or 2 weeks (if it lasts). So what are you waiting for? This bottled chilli Margarita is perfect if your house is a frequent party spot for your friends.
What You’ll Need:
- 354 ml tequila
- 177 ml chili liqueur
- 236 ml Cointreau
- 236 ml lime juice
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients into the bottle and mix well
- Serve on ice (Makes 8 servings)
2. Bottled Moscow Mule
Imagine getting home after a hard day’s work, craving a Moscow Mule or two and actually finding a couple of bottles in the fridge! Well, it could be this easy if you just followed this recipe. You can thank us later.
What You’ll Need:
- 60 ml vodka
- 44 ml ginger syrup
- 15 ml lime juice
- 50 ml soda
Instructions:
- Pour in the vodka, then ginger syrup, then lime juice, and lastly the soda into the bottle
- Cap your bottle and consume it within 2 weeks
3. Bottled Americano
Bitter but sweet, fizzy, and refreshing, the carbonated Americano is the best of all worlds and it’s great for having handy right before a party. T Magazine credits Jeffrey Morganthaler of the Clyde Common, from whom this recipe was adapted.
What You’ll Need:
- 177 ml Campari
- 236 ml sweet vermouth
- 532 ml flat water
- 1 orange, peeled
- A carbonator
Instructions:
- Mix Campari, sweet vermouth, and water
- Squeeze orange peels over the mixture
- Add orange peels into the mixture and refrigerate overnight
- Take out the orange peels and pour the rest into the carbonator
- Cap the bottle and serve within two days. Don’t over carbonate
4. The Broken Bike
Another Jeffrey Morganthaler creation, this cocktail is a take on the Italian classic Bicicletta. It’s the perfect summer drink and can be kept around for 2 whole weeks, which means, 2 whole weeks of partying.
What You’ll Need:
- 325 ml Cynar
- 443 ml white wine, dry
- 650 ml filtered water
- 2 lemons, peeled into strips
- A carbonator
Instructions:
- Mix Cynar, white wine, and water
- Squeeze lemon peels over the mixture to express oils
- Chill the mixture overnight
- Carbonate as per instructions the next day
- Using a funnel, put mixtures into bottles and cap them
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5. Bottled Manhattan
Now you can be a Carrie (let’s be real, we all wanted to be Samantha) right at home and without having to put even 1/4th of the effort. And this one fills up at least 6 bottles so you’re sorted for quite a while.
What You’ll Need:
- 3.5 cups Rye whiskey
- 414 ml sweet vermouth
- 12 dashes of Angostura bitters
- 354 ml filtered water
Instructions:
- Stir the rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, bitters, and water in a large pitcher
- Using a funnel, pour the cocktail into bottles and cap them
- Chill bottles overnight before serving
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Summing Up
Why spend time mixing cocktails when you can just grab one from the fridge? These bottled wonders make sure you’re always party-ready, with minimal effort and maximum flavor. From a spicy Chilli Margarita to a classy Manhattan, you’ll be stocked for weeks – and your friends will wonder how you’re so effortlessly cool. So, why complicate things? Bottle it up (only when it comes to cocktails), kick back, and enjoy your pre-mixed cocktail game like a boss!
FAQs
What Alcohol Is In A Margarita?
A margarita often contains tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Some margarita recipes include simple syrup as well and are often served with salt on the rim of the glass.
Can I Drink A Margarita On A Diet?
No, it is not recommended to drink a Margarita when on a diet. Party drinks like Margaritas can be heavy on calories, especially when you don’t make them yourself.
Why Is It Called The Moscow Mule?
The name refers to the two main ingredients of Moscow Mule – ginger beer and vodka. Vodka is associated with Russia while ginger beer is said to give you a kick – ‘like a mule’.
Why Is The Drink Called A Manhattan?
The most well-known story that explains the name of this drink, is that this drink was created in The Manhattan Club in New York City. Dr. Iain Marshall is credited with inventing the drink as a signature cocktail for a banquet hosted by Winston Churchill’s mother.
What Is The Difference Between A Wet And Dry Manhattan?
The ratio of whiskey to vermouth is what makes Manhattan ‘drier’ or ‘wetter’. More vermouth means a ‘wetter’ cocktail, while more whiskey makes it a ‘drier’ Manhattan.
What Are 3 Common Cocktails?
Margaritas, Moscow Mule, and Manhattans are some of the most common cocktails. Additionally, they can be bottled up and stored at home.
