Don’t we all have those days when we are craving a decent enough drink but have to give priority to food over daaru? And it’s not just about month-end woes. Sometimes you need such inexpensive recipes to support your days you have spent a little too much on your clothes. Sounds really specific? Well…here are 5 cheap cocktails you can make at home without spending over your daaru budget.
If red is your color or vodka is your elixir, we choose Cape Codder for you. You have to spend less than Rs. 150 if you are looking to get just one glass of drink out of this. It sounds like a lame superhero that was rejected by Marvel. “Codder” literally means a person who gatherer of cods or peas! But thankfully, all this has nothing to do with this cocktail’s name. Cape Codder was invented in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, hence the name. All you need is vodka and cranberry juice.
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We have never seen a black Russian, have you? Oh, now we have to Google it! Coming back to the topic, this drink looks sick! It’s like a badass kalakhatta. Can we make kalakhatta alcoholic? Hmm, something for another article. Coming back to the drink again. This is a simple drink that brings you the delicious taste of coffee liquor that is punched up by vodka. See, the days aren’t as dark as you thought they were.
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Champagne is used in mimosa but let’s get real. If you had the money to afford champagne at this point, you wouldn’t be reading about cheap cocktails. Popping open champagne bottles is risky as 24 people die every year cause of champagne cork-related injuries. See, not having lots of money automatically eliminates all that risk for you! It’s okay, white wine is a great replacement for champagne and you can get it for way cheaper. Then you need some orange juice. We love the sour and slightly sweet taste of white wine, but it gets amplified further and draped in a tangy flavor thanks to the orange juice.
Liking the cheap thrills so far? This is Cuba Libre which is also known as Rum and Coke because those are the only ingredients you need. It is one of the most popular drinks in the world. There was even a very popular song "Rum and Coca-Cola!" The fact that it is so cheap makes it a boon from god. Gulp Cuba Libre down to forget about your monies troubles. Come on. It’s funny!
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Another absolute classic. Gin and tonic have been served in bars around the world. Some people dismiss gin saying that it smells like nail polish remover. But it’s okay, people are allowed to have opinions. Will those people be allowed in India if the writer of this article becomes the president of the country tomorrow? Obviously not. Gin is really that amazing. Luckily, it’s not too costly either.
Also Read: 7 Love Cocktails To Make This Valentine’s DaySumming UpYou can make any of these without spending over INR 200. Inflation? What’s that, right! Why not play some cool music, turn down the lights, and call in some of your friends? Make it a budget house party full of easy-to-make cheap cocktails.
What Is The World's Most Popular Cocktail?Margarita! It is the most popular and the most ordered cocktail in the world.What Is The Strongest Cocktail?Aunt Roberta is considered the strongest cocktail in the world. The alcohol content of this one is 100% You read that right. You could feed it to a spark and it will turn into a fire. Ingredients? It has gin, vodka, brandy, absinthe, and blackberry liquor. It should have been named Death Wish.Which Is Better, A Cocktail Or A Mocktail?It totally depends on your preference. Because there is one huge difference between the two. Cocktails are alcoholic and mocktails are made without alcohol. Can You Get Drunk On Cocktails?Yes. They have alcohol in them, you might not feel it at first because their original flavors are masked by the other ingredients. But you will surely start feeling the buzz after 2-3 cocktails.Is A Mojito A Cocktail Or A Mocktail?Mojito has soda, lime juice, mint, sugar syrup, and white rum. Because this has alcohol in it, it is a cocktail. If you skip the rum, then you would end up with a virgin mojito. Now it's a mocktail.Which Cocktail Is Best For Beginners?Screwdriver, gin and tonic, tequila sunrise, and boulevardier are some of the best cocktails for beginners.Which Alcohol Is Best For Cocktails?Rum, gin, and vodka are some of the best alcohols for cocktails. They blend easily with other ingredients without overpowering the cocktail. What Is The Tastiest Cocktail?Pina Colada! The ingredients here are creamy coconut, tangy pineapple, and white rum.