Classic Cocktails to Liven up Any Party

Classic Cocktails to Liven up Any Party

Are you planning to host a party? Be an awesome host and serve your guests amazing cocktails before dinner. Many people tend to worry when they have to whip up cocktails at a party. Keep those tensions aside as here is a list of delicious large-batch classic cocktails that you can make in an instant and serve to a large crowd.

Watermelon rose sangria
Rose sangria is an affordable rose wine that you can easily find in every liquor store around you. All this recipe needs is a few bottles of rose sangria, fresh watermelon, and some lemon. Pick a large pitcher and add a couple of bottles of the wine, fresh watermelon juice, and smaller cubes of cut watermelon. Mix well. Add some lemon slices for garnish and serve.

Cranberry ginger punch
This is one of the most popular large-batch classic cocktails you can serve your guests. In a large pitcher, add some vodka, fresh cranberry juice, crushed ginger slices, fresh basil or mint leaves, and fresh lime juice. Mix well and taste. Add more cranberry juice or ginger based on your preference and enjoy.

Pomegranate margarita
This is a beautiful cocktail made with tequila and orange liqueur. Add 1 part of tequila, ¼ part of orange liqueur, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and ½ part of pomegranate juice to a large pitcher. Add in a handful of mint. Now serve the margarita with a few pomegranate seeds on top. This is one of the best summer-friendly large-batch classic cocktails you can have at your place.

Strawberry punch
This delicious cocktail makes use of Moscato wine, fresh strawberries, and sprite. Blend strawberries in the blender and strain it into the pitcher with the wine. Add small cut pieces of strawberries and a plain carbonated drink to finish this up.

Ginger pineapple punch
This amazing tropical cocktail is one of the easiest large-batch classic cocktails you can prepare in a matter of minutes. In a large pitcher, add some ginger beer, pineapple juice, freshly squeezed lime juice, and some dark Jamaican rum. Mix everything and serve in cocktail glasses.

White sangria
This beautiful cocktail can be made in 10-15 minutes. You do not have to keep it ready. Just make it as your guests start arriving. Add lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, and apple brandy to a large pitcher and muddle for a minute. Now add bite-sized pieces of apple, strawberries, and lemon wedges. Add in a handful of frozen berries and some fresh mint.

All these large-batch classic cocktails can be made with minimal ingredients and in a matter of minutes. Pick a few of these and try them out the next time you are hosting a party. Your guests will love them and come back for more!