Not all cocktails hail from American cities like New Orleans and New York. Many tasty tipples have origins in countries as close as Canada and as far away as Asia.
Discover a dozen global cocktails that you can drink at home. Doing so is the next best thing to drinking them in their homelands.
1. Black Russian – Belgium
Despit its name, the Black Russian was invented in Belgum. It’also more than a White Russian without cream. Not only is the Black Russian as dark as coffee, it also also provides a kick without any mixers to dilute its two alcohol components
Get the Recipe: Black Russian
2. Dark & Stormy – Bermuda
Bermuda’s Dark and Stormy cocktail tastes great regardless of the weather. However, those who don’t follow this cocktail’s rule could hit bumpy water. Discover that rule when you craft the classic cocktail in just two minutes.
Get the Recipe: Dark & Stormy
3. Bloody Caesar – Canada
Canada’s Bloody Caesar is a delicious brunch drink whether you sip the tasty tipple in the Great White North or elsewhere. It’s also the most famous vodka cocktail crafted with Clamato juice.
Get the Recipe: Bloody Caesar
4. Daiquiri – Cuba
Leave any preconceptions about the Daiquiri behind when you follow the easy Bacardi Daiquiri recipe. Cuba’s most classic cocktail is a sophisticated summer sipper made with just three ingredients that you probably already have at home.
Get the Recipe: Daiquiri
5. Mauresque – France
Drinking a Mauresque cocktail is one of the greatest joys of visiting Marseille in Southern France. While the drink was originally crafted with absinthe, bartenders have modified the drink’s receip to replace absinthe with pastis.
Get the Recipe: Mauresque
6. Emerald – Ireland
The Emerald cocktail is a simple yet sophisticated cocktail that features Irish whiskey. And, despite its name, the Emerald isn’t green. This cocktail’s moniker has everything to do with the heritage of its primary ingredient and nothing to do with its color.
Get the Recipe: Emerald
7. Americano – Italy
Italy’s Americano cocktail isn’t merely a Negroni without gin. It’s also a lazy mixologist’s dream come true thanks to its easy recipe and short ingredient list.
Get the Recipe: Americano
8. Jungle Bird – Malaysia
Despite its surprisingly simple recipe, Malaysia’ Jungle Bird is a delight whether you live in an actual jungle or an urban one. The classic tiki drink features vibrant colors and flavors straight out of the tropics.
Get the Recipe: Jungle Bird
9. Margarita – Mexico
Mexico’s Margarita is one of the most popular tequila cocktails in the world. It’s also one of the easiest cocktails to craft at home with just three ingredients and no special bar tools.
Get the Recipe: Margarita
10. Porto Tonico – Portugal
Portugal’s Porto Tonico is a refreshing wine cocktail that’s crafted with twice as much tonic as white port. It’s also a refreshing port drink that rivals the world’s best summer sippers.
Get the Recipe: Porto Tonico
11. Pina Colada – Puerto Rico
The Pina Colada is more than the subject of a 70s hit song. Puerto Rico’s national drink is also a frothy, rum cocktail that’s surprisingly simple to make at home either with or without a blender.
Get the Recipe: Pina Colada
12. United Kingdom – Espresso Martinie
Crafted with two liquors and a shot of espresso, the Espresso Martini may be the buzziest cocktail of them all. it’s a serious drink for people who like staying alert while getting a buzz.
Get the Recipe: Espresso Martini
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About the Authors
Daryl and Mindi Hirsch
Saveur Magazine’s BEST TRAVEL BLOG award winners Daryl and Mindi Hirsch share their culinary travel experiences and recipes on the 2foodtrippers website. Since launching the site in 2012, they’ve traveled to over 40 countries in their quest to bring readers a unique taste of the world.