National Cocktail Day is celebrated on March 24, and it’s a perfect occasion to indulge in a variety of cocktails. This year, a range of beverages is showcased, including some canned options and an original creation by D.L. Chandler.
Though the exact origins of National Cocktail Day are unclear, it serves as a tribute to the history of cocktails and the art of mixing them. D.L. Chandler, inspired by memories of his late mother and grandmother, introduces a cocktail named "Spicy Siren." This drink reflects the contrasting personalities of the two women who were pivotal in his life and carries a touch of nostalgia along with lively flavors.
The Spicy Siren (or Siren’s Sting)
Ingredients:
- 2 oz 21 Seeds Cucumber Jalapeno Tequila
- 1 oz Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur
- 1 oz Pineapple Juice
- 1 bar spoon of rich simple syrup (optional)
Method:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Chill a martini or coupe glass with ice and water.
- Shake all ingredients in the shaker for 10-15 seconds.
- Discard the ice and water from the chilled glass, add a little ice, and pour in the shaken cocktail.
- Garnish with sliced, de-seeded jalapenos.
Chandler suggests trying Ghost Tequila for an even spicier twist, making it a versatile drink for the upcoming warmer months.
In addition to the Spicy Siren, various other cocktails are featured for National Cocktail Day, which include:
Aromatic K
Ingredients:
- 2 oz KHEE Soju
- 0.5 oz Ylang Ylang Cordial
- 0.25 oz lime juice
- KHEE Ylang Ylang Edible Fragrance
Method:Mix the ingredients in a shaker, garnish with Ylang Ylang Edible Fragrance, and serve in a wine or martini glass.
Blanco Blueberry Ranch Water
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Dulce Vida Organic Blanco Tequila
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 6 oz Topo Chico
- Muddled Blueberries and Lime
Method:Prepare the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it in salt. Muddle blueberries and lime at the bottom of the glass, add ice, followed by lime juice and tequila, finishing with Topo Chico.
Daiquiri
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Crown Royal Marquis
- 1 oz Pineapple Juice
- 0.5 oz Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
Method:Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice, shake, and strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a dehydrated lime wheel.
Old Fashioned
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Bulleit Bourbon
- 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
- 3 dashes aromatic bitters
Method:Stir the ingredients in a glass with ice until chilled, then strain into a rocks glass and garnish with an orange swath.
For a full list of further creative cocktails, including unique spins on classic recipes, explore all the offerings for National Cocktail Day.
Celebrate and sip in style this March 24th!