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Cran Royale

A homemade cranberry simple syrup puts this sparkling cocktail recipe into fancy party-worthy status. Use leftover Campari to make your very own Negroni or Americano.

Author: Talia Baiocchi

The Spring Spritz

As the temperature rises, our cocktails get lighter. Welcome spring with this refreshing spritz that uses Aperol, Campari's less bitter and potent cousin.

Author: Matt Duckor

Orange Mint Julep

Author: Bobby Flay

Tipperary

Named for a county in Ireland, this cocktail is made with Irish whisky and emerald-green herbal Chartreuse liqueur.

Paper Plane Cocktail

The ideal aperitivo: simple to make, easy to drink. This equal parts drink brings together bourbon, amaro, Aperol, and lemon juice.

Author: Zach Pollack

Fresh Mint Tea Juleps

Author: Ian Knauer

Ginger Fizz

Author: Amanda Hesser

Earl Grey Bourbon Punch

Turn this punch recipe up a notch with a decorative ice ring.

Author: Ann Redding

Fifty Fifty Martini

A martini cocktail recipe that dates back to 1910, made with equal parts gin and dry vermouth.

Author: David Wondrich

Tea Totaler's Toddy

No booze required for this soothing green tea toddy. But if you do want an extra dose of warmth, we like this with smoky mezcal.

Author: Anna Stockwell

Sazerac

The recipe comes from Chris McMillian, the fourth-generation bartender and fount of cocktail lore who presides over the bar at the Library Lounge at the Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans. He prefers to use sugar...

Author: Chris McMillian

Manhattan

Make a Manhattan cocktail with this recipe using rye or bourbon and sweet vermouth. Either whiskey is fine, though the rye will give you a drier drink.

Grapefruit Gimlet

Author: Heather John

Chai Spiced Hot Toddy

For centuries, people have been using hot toddies as a natural remedy for common ailments. Adding warming spices like fiery black pepper, revitalizing cinnamon, and cleansing cardamom make for a cheering...

Author: Kat Boytsova

El Chupacabra Martini

Author: Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack

Spicy Citrus Refresher

This big batch of jalapeño-spiced orange-lime juice keeps in the fridge for a couple of days. Pour it over ice and top it with seltzer for a refreshing alcohol-free pick-me-up, or stir a splash of rum...

Author: Anna Stockwell

Newton's Law

Apple butter meets its match in bourbon (plus lemon juice and dark brown sugar to bring out both high and low notes). This is the perfect fall cocktail.

Author: Maggie Hoffman

Grapefruit Rum Cooler

A simple rum cocktail recipe made with fresh grapefruit, lemon or lime, and sparkling water. Angostura bitters add a touch of spice.

Whiskey Sour

There's a simple structure behind all sours, a family of citrus-based cocktails.

Author: Chris Morocco

Clementine Negroni

Author: Lora Zarubin

Orange Cardamom Spritzer

Author: Diana Yen

Warm Comfort

The earthy, floral flavor of chamomile soothes the spice of reposado tequila in this easy, comforting spin on the hot toddy.

Author: Jared Hirsch

Tomato Water Bloody Mary

Author: Todd Thrasher

Aquavit Spritzer

Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Aviation

This classic cocktail recipe, made with gin, lemon, maraschino, and violette, dates back to 1916. Just be careful with that violette.

Author: Jim Meehan

Pimm's Cup Cocktails

Author: Gabe Soria

Cherry Bourbon Soda Can Cocktail

Adding bourbon and Campari to cherry cola makes for a sweet, spicy, and refreshing backyard drink.

Author: Kat Boytsova

Limoncello Sparkle

Author: Kim Haasarud

French 75

Recipe for a French 75, a classic sparkling cocktail made with Champagne, gin (or cognac!), and lemon.

Author: Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Spicy Grapefruit Margarita

Author: Eric Werner

Gin Rickey

An easy gin and lime highball. Usually considered a summer drink, this refreshing lime concoction is a tart surprise when the winter weather settles in.

Author: Shelley Wiseman

Texas Margaritas

Author: Jamie Deen

Salty Paloma Soda Can Cocktail

This addictive grapefruit and tequila cocktail, served right in the can, is refreshing, subtly sweet, and salty. It's ideal for navigating the crowds on a hot beach day.

Author: Kat Boytsova

Old Pepper

This bourbon cocktail recipe from Alba Huerta uses whiskey, lemon, turbinado sugar, and hot sauce.

Author: Alba Huerta

Aperol Mist

This Aperol cocktail is like a spritz, but with wheat beer and a touch of lemon. This is an easy cocktail recipe for summer.

Rob Roy

Like a Manhattan cocktail, the Scotch-based Rob Roy is usually made with sweet vermouth; but if can also be made dry (with dry vermouth) or perfect (with equal amounts of both).

Mai Tai

Author: Kim Haasarud

Mike's Milk Punch

Try this frothy cocktail - named after a bartender in San Francisco - instead of eggnog.

Gin Rocket

This spin on the gimlet uses shaved fennel and muddled arugula, which gives it an anise-and-pepper flavor that's ideal for serving with seafood or light pasta dishes.

Author: Maggie Hoffman

Cuba Libre

An easy highball made with rum, cola, and lime.

Sherry Cobbler

Simply sherry, sugar, and citrus, the Sherry Cobbler is an American-born cocktail by most accounts. Find out how to make this refreshing drink at home.

Author: Talia Baiocchi