Autumn and winter are a time for warm blankets and hot drinks. But sometimes it's nice to reminisce about the summer frenzy! Organizing a Cocktail Party is a great idea. In the comfort of your home, with friends and loved ones, you can have a great time and recall your holiday adventures.
Home cocktail party
You don't have to be a professional to throw a great party with cocktails as the main theme. Before the event, it's worth asking yourself a few questions that will help you prepare. What special drinks can I serve and how to serve them? Who to invite? What theme to choose? How can I surprise guests?
An important step in planning a party is the guest list. This will help estimate the amount of snacks and drinks needed. Determining the portion sizes also allows us to anticipate how much time should be devoted to preparations.
The best thing about organizing house parties is that it's all on the host's terms! Complete freedom allows for coming up with a unique theme. In this case, the dress code for the party doesn't have to be formal, but it's worth suggesting a style so that no one has to ponder their outfit choice.
Every occasion is a good one to celebrate! No matter if you're planning a New Year's Eve party at home, a birthday, or a housewarming. Inspired by freedom and creativity, the SHAKE collection was created, perfect for celebrating various occasions. Innovative shapes allow for complete ease and total madness. However, if you're out of ideas, we present a few drink suggestions created by a friendly bartender, especially for the limited SHAKE collection! All recipes taste equally wonderful in their non-alcoholic versions.
KROSNO ESPRESSO MARTINI - An energizing drink that will perk you up and get you going.
Ingredients:
- 30ml espresso
- 40ml white rum
- 20ml mint liqueur
- 10ml lavender syrup
Method:
Shake all ingredients with plenty of ice. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass without ice. Garnish with mint leaves.
KROSNO WHISKY SOUR - A sweet and sour proposal for Bourbon lovers.
Ingredients:
- 50ml Bourbon
- 25ml lemon juice
- 5ml caramel syrup
- a few drops of orange bitters
- 1 egg white
- a pinch of salt
Method:
Shake all ingredients with plenty of ice, then strain and shake again without ice. Pour into a glass filled to the brim with ice. Garnish with grapefruit peel.
KROSNO FRENCH 75 - Sparkling sweetness with an unconventional twist. Let yourself be carried away by the moment and immerse yourself in blissful delight.
Ingredients:
- 30ml vanilla vodka
- 15ml lemon juice
- 15ml strawberry syrup
- Prosecco
Method:
Shake all ingredients except Prosecco with plenty of ice. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass without ice. Top up with Prosecco. Garnish with lemon peel.
KROSNO Gin&Tonic - Refreshing and tangy, enhanced by the deep flavor of rosemary.
Ingredients:
- 60ml gin
- top with tonic
- lemon slice
- grapefruit slice
- ginger slice
- rosemary sprig
Method:
Place lemon, grapefruit, ginger, and rosemary into a glass, then fill to the brim with ice. Pour in gin and top with tonic. Stir gently and garnish with a rosemary sprig.
KROSNO Breakfast Martini - Vodka with fruit, balanced by creamy coconut, is poetry for the senses.
Ingredients:
- 50ml vodka
- 20ml lemon juice
- 20ml coconut syrup
- 1 teaspoon blackcurrant jam
Method:
Shake all ingredients with plenty of ice. Strain the cocktail through a double strainer into a pre-chilled glass without ice. Garnish with fresh mint.
KROSNO Manhattan - A bold cocktail for connoisseurs who appreciate strong accents.
Ingredients:
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50ml tequila
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25ml dry red wine
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5ml agave syrup
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2 drops grapefruit bitters
Method:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass. Strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled glass. Garnish with grapefruit peel.
KROSNO Ginger - An herbal ginger cocktail with a deep aroma.
Ingredients:
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40ml gin
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15ml lemon juice
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10ml ginger syrup
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15ml Jägermeister-type liqueur
Method:
Shake gin, lemon juice, and syrup together. Strain into a glass filled with crushed ice. Top up with more crushed ice. Carefully pour the liqueur over the ice. Garnish with a ginger slice and raspberries.