Isn’t every New Year considered to be a new chapter in the book of life? If so, it only makes sense that we enter each New Year with a fresh start. And what better way to do so, than to have a refreshing citrus cocktail be your plus one! To help you get that much-wanted sweet and sour cocktail, we have curated a list of 7 citrus cocktails to try this New Year.
7 Citrus Cocktails To Try This New Year
- The Penicillin
- Paloma
- Vodka Lemonade
- Classic Margarita
- Rosemary
- Tequila Sour
- Mojito
1. The Penicillin
No, not the medicine you’re thinking it to be but it surely has the potential to be a perfect cure for all your worries. The fact that it includes honey syrup and ginger in it, is one of the reasons it got its name after a medicine. Created in 2005 by Australian bartender Sam Ross, The Penicillin is one of the best citrus cocktails you’ll come across. If you’re someone who doesn’t like their cocktails to be too sweet, this scotch whiskey cocktail could be an ideal choice to start your New Year with!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces of blended Scotch
- 1 ounce of lemon juice
- ½ ounce of Islay single malt scotch
- 1 ounce of honey syrup
- 3 slices of ginger
How To Make The Penicillin
- Before you start making the cocktail, prepare the honey syrup. For this, add equal amounts of honey and water, heat and stir it till they combine, and let it cool.
- To make the cocktail, muddle the ginger slices in a shaker, and add the scotch, honey syrup, lemon juice, and lots of ice cubes.
- Now shake it for around 20 seconds and serve it chilled.
Also Read: How To Strain A Cocktail
2. Paloma Cocktail
Next on the list is the Paloma cocktail, which is an upgrade to the fresh grapefruit juice you never asked for. And boy, what an upgrade it is! With grapefruit and maple syrup as the main leads, this cocktail is truly a blockbuster hit. The bitter and sour flavor of the grapefruit is beautifully complimented by the sweetness of maple syrup. There’s nothing more you will need for your New Year to feel just as refreshing and aromatic as the Paloma cocktail!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces of lime juice
- 1 ounce of tequila or mezcal
- 2 ounces of grapefruit juice
- ½ ounce of maple syrup
- 2 ounces of sparkling water or club soda
- 1 slice of grapefruit for garnish
How To Make Paloma Cocktail
- Add some ice, tequila, grapefruit juice, lime juice, and maple syrup in a shaker and shake for 20 seconds.
- Once it’s cold, strain it into a cocktail glass, and top it with sparkling water.
- Garnish the drink with grapefruit slices and your Paloma cocktail is ready. Cheers!
3. Vodka Lemonade
Who doesn’t love sipping on a chilled glass of lemonade on any given day? Now imagine having a lemonade spiked with vodka, sounds tempting? Well, that is the basic idea behind the cocktail of a Vodka Lemonade. This all-time favorite drink for many during the summer could also be a great drink for you to try this New Year. It is one of the easiest, quickest, and most delicious cocktails to whip up. All you need to make this drink are four basic ingredients and about five minutes of your precious time!
Ingredients
- 2 ounces of vodka
- 6 ounces of lemonade
- Lemon slices for garnishing
- Mint Leaves for garnishing
How To Make Vodka Lemonade
- In a glass pour in the lemonade and vodka,
- Stir the mix gently.
- Finally, garnish it with some fresh mint leaves, and enjoy!
Also Read: 8 Best Vodka Mixers
4. Classic Margarita
If you haven’t already, it is time for you to try the Classic Margarita. This one is yet another easy-to-make citrus cocktail to make it to our list. With a slight sweetness and sour taste, this
Margarita never fails to win one’s heart. Discovered in the 1930s, this Mexican-American drink is one of the most popular cocktails to date. So, take this as a cue to go ahead and give it a try this New Year. Here’s how to make a glass of a Classic Margarita.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce of lime juice
- 1 ½ ounce of tequila
- ½ ounce of triple sec
How To Make Classic Margarita
- To make this drink, add tequila, lime juice, ice, and triple sec in a shaker and shake well till it’s chilled.
- Then, pour it into a cocktail glass filled with ice and its rim dipped in salt.
- You can choose to garnish this with a slice of lemon on the rim.
Also Read: 8 Cocktail Hacks That You Should Know
5. Rosemary Brown Derby
If you’re looking for a cocktail that can give you the perfect blend of tart and sweet, then look no further. This cocktail of the 1930s – Rosemary Brown Derby, is the one for you! The credit for the invention of this gorgeous drink goes to a bar named Vendôme, in Paris. So this New Year, sit back, take in each sip, and celebrate the beginning of a fresh start.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces of grapefruit juice
- ½ ounce of lemon juice
- 2 ounces of bourbon
- 1 tsp of honey
- Soda water to top
- 1 sprig of rosemary
- Grapefruit slices to garnish
How To Make Rosemary Brown Derby
- Fill a shaker with ice, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, bourbon, and rosemary, and shake it.
- Strain it and pour it into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish it with slices of grapefruit and voilà, your Rosemary Brown Derby is ready to be served!
Also Read: 7 Bourbon Cocktails To Try Right Now
6. Tequila Sour
For those of you who have already tried a Margarita, this one would be an elevated version of the same. Tequila Sour is a sweet and sour cocktail that you must try drinking this New Year’s. It is a universal truth, that tequila and lime are BFFs, which is why this drink is a hit citrus cocktail in itself. With each sip of sour lime and tart tequila, you’ll only keep wanting more and more. Here’s how to make a stunning Tequila Sour.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces of fresh lime juice
- 4 ounces of tequila
- 4 ounces of egg whites
- 1 ounce of simple syrup
- Crushed ice
How To Make Tequila Sour
- Take a cocktail shaker and add all the liquid ingredients and egg whites.
- Shake it for 30 seconds and add lots of crushed ice, and shake again.
- Then, strain and pour it into a glass and garnish with a slice of lime.
- Once you make this, you get a frothy, creamy layer on the top of your glass, thanks to the egg whites!
Also Read: 5 Eggnog Cocktails To Celebrate This National Eggnog Day
7. Mojito
Make way for the OG of classic citrus cocktails – the Mojito! This Cuban cocktail can be served anytime, anywhere, and it will definitely leave a cool and lasting impression on you. If you want to give it a twist, you could throw in some orange slices and orange blossom water, and you’ll have an Orange Blossom Citrus Mojito. You could also add cucumber instead of oranges to get a Cucumber Mojito. Whatever you do, this cocktail is definitely a strong contender to steal your heart this New Year.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp of simple syrup
- 2 ounces of white rum
- Club soda to top
- 8 mint leaves
- ½ slice of lime for garnish
How To Make Mojito
- To make this drink, muddle the lime and mint leaves in a glass.
- Add in simple syrup and muddle again.
- Now add ice, pour in the rum, and top off with club soda to give it a bubbly effect.
- Garnish your refreshing drink with some lime wedges and mint leaves.
Also Read: 8 Of The Best Rums For Mojitos
Summing Up
These are the 7 best citrus cocktails that you must try this New Year. It’s natural if you’re feeling confused as to which one to pick. If that’s the case and you’re ready to go the extra mile, maybe give them all a fair shot, and kickstart your New Year with a bang!
FAQs
What Are The 7 Classic Cocktails?
Some of the most popular and essential cocktails every drinker should know are Margarita, Manhattan, Martini, Gin and Tonic, Negroni, Old Fashioned, and Daiquiri.
What Is The Most Classy Cocktail?
Some of the best cocktails you can order to make a lasting impression are Bellini, Moscow Mule, Sidecar, Martini, Vieux Carré, Dark & Stormy, Old Fashioned, and Gin and Tonic.
Which Is The Best Alcoholic Drink For Ladies?
Some of the best drinks for women to try are Margaritas, Manhattan, Cosmopolitan, Daiquiri, Mojitos, Long Island Ice Tea, Old Fashioned, and Piña Colada.
What Is A Top Shelf Cocktail?
A top-shelf cocktail is one of the most expensive and best-quality alcoholic beverages.
What Drinks Are Trending Now?
Some of the most trendy drinks of the time are White Tea Shot, Paper Plane Cocktail, Rosa Tequila, Limoncello Spritz, Hugo Spritz, Ice Tropez, and Vodka Seltzer.
What Is The Healthiest Alcohol?
One of the healthiest alcoholic drinks is red wine as per many researchers but do mindful because it still is alcohol.
Which Cocktail Is Best For Beginners?
If you’re a newbie at cocktails, then you can try Mojito, Tom Collins, Martini, Margarita, Cosmopolitan, Classic Negroni, and Whiskey Sour.
