7 Muddling Cocktails We Recommend

Hailing from Havana, Cuba, the mojito is an excellent summer drink. It’s a refreshing cocktail with a simple combination of quality ingredients. A classic mojito consists of white rum, lime juice, simple syrup, club soda, and mint leaves. It’s easy to make as you muddle the mint leaves in the lime juice and syrup, then cover it with ice, rum, and soda.

You might not think bourbon and mint can go together, but a Mint Julep turns that around. This simple cocktail combines a splash of simple syrup with some nicely muddled mint leaves to open up the aromas and flavors. Add bourbon and ice, and you’re all set. What a great treat that’s easy to make for individual servings or large groups.

These muddling cocktails combine the refreshing mint flavor with a hint of citrus punch in a way that is sure to impress. As it’s little more than this muddled mixture and some bourbon or your other favorite whisky on top, this treat is a summertime hit that’s easy to whip up for everyone around the pool. 

Reaching the iconic status of the Old Fashioned doesn’t happen by chance. This amazing drink is found far and wide due to its delicious and unique profile. You’ll want to pull out the Angostura bitters, orange slices, sugar, and club soda. Many people use bourbon, but you can always make it with brandy for a sweet twist. A cherry on top seals the deal.

Get a taste of Brazil with Caipirinha’s wonderful mixture of cachaca, sugar, and lime. If you aren’t familiar with it, cachaca is a delicious spirit made from fermented and distilled sugarcane juice. When combined with some muddled lime and ice, it is divine. It’s easy to mix in batches to get the party going.

Margaritas are always a crowd favorite and perfect for making by the batch. But to crank up the flavor and the heat, make these muddling cocktails by adding jalapeño peppers to make a Spicy Margarita. If you want to show people you know how to give the right boost, replace the salt rim with a spicy seasoning like Tajin. It drives this cocktail through the roof.

New Orleans isn’t just about Marigras and cajun food. It’s also home to the delicious Sazera muddled cocktail. While the ingredient list is not long, just rye whiskey, Peychaud’s Bitters, anise liqueur, and a sugar cube, there are many rules you’ll need to abide by to make a proper Sazerac. Add a bold flair by swapping out the anise rinse for absinthe.