drinks

This sharp, citrusy twist on a negroni sbagliato (“mistaken negroni”) is also known as an Aalborg spritz, Danish spritz or Copenhagen spritz. It calls for aquavit instead of gin and the addition of a bit of citrus.

This holiday staple uses the flower of the Caribbean island: hibiscus—also known as sorrel or roselle. They are usually sold dried and are available in specialty grocery stores and online.

Grapefruit bitters aside, this is a classic gin martini—zesty, fresh and light. Since your friends may want more than one, be kind to your future self by making this freezable batch version, which is ready to pour whenever you need it.

Swap the espresso martini for this decadent (but not-too-sweet) coffee cocktail. At first glance, this chocolate-infused medley may look like a dessert cocktail, but the addition of bitter elements like stout and coffee liqueur help balance out the condensed milk for a not-too-sweet bevvy. If you haven’t made a flip before, you might be surprised by the egg, which is used to emulsify the ingredients and create a rich texture.

This warming cocktail is an unexpected twist on the classic French mulled wine, traditionally known as vin chaud. You can use any citrus gin you like and scale it up—punch-style—or down to suit a gathering of any size.