The FIFA World Cup is set to be an exciting event, featuring 48 nations and 104 matches across North America. As fans gather to watch from home, there are numerous opportunities to create unique cocktails inspired by the tournament. Here’s a selection of 12 World Cup-themed cocktails that incorporate flavors from the participating countries.
1. Buchanita
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Buchanan’s 12-Year-Old DeLuxe Blended Scotch Whisky
- 5 oz Fresh Pineapple Juice
- Fresh Pineapple Slice for Garnish
Method:Combine the whisky and fresh pineapple juice in a shaker with ice. Shake well, then strain into a lowball glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a pineapple slice and pineapple leaves.
2. The World Caip
Ingredients:
- Fresh strawberry (1)
- 1.5 oz Rota 48 Silver Cachaca
- 1.5 oz Passionfruit Pineapple Barmalade
- 0.5 oz Ancho Reyes Verde
- 0.75 oz Agave syrup
- 3 basil leaves
- Garnish: dragon fruit ball, basil leaf, Tajín
Method:Muddle the strawberry in a shaker, add the remaining ingredients, ice, then shake. Rim a glass with Tajín and strain into the glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a dragon fruit ball and a basil leaf.
3. Coupe of Gold – For a Crowd
Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups Cointreau
- 1.5 cups Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tbsp Ground Turmeric
- 0.5 cup Simple Syrup
- 3 cups The Botanist gin
- 29 Mint leaves
Method:Mix all ingredients in a punch bowl and refrigerate. When ready to serve, add ice and garnish with lemon wheels and mint leaves.
4. La Verde
Ingredients:
- 1.25 oz Tequila Don Julio 1942
- 0.75 oz Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Giffard Cucumber Syrup
- 1 oz Coconut Water
- 2-3 oz Soda Water
- Cucumber for garnish
Method:Muddle cucumber slices in a shaker, add the other ingredients (except soda water), and shake. Strain into a rocks glass filled with ice, top with soda water, and garnish with a cucumber ribbon.
5. Cazcanes El Alevado (The Elevated One) Golden Margarita
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Cazcanes No.10 Blanco
- 0.35 oz Agave nectar
- 0.75-1 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 0.15-0.25 oz Yellow Chartreuse
- 1 dash orange bitters
- 1 drop saline solution
- Orange peel for garnish
Method:Build in a half-salted Old Fashioned glass over a large ice cube, express orange peel over the top, garnish with a lemon wheel, and serve.
6. The Playmaker Paloma
Ingredients:
- 2 parts Espolòn Blanco
- 0.25 part fresh lime juice
- Pinch of sea salt
- 4 parts grapefruit soda
Method:Combine all ingredients in a Collins glass filled with ice. Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge, grapefruit peel, and a salt rim.
7. Toki Highball
Ingredients:
- 45 ml Toki Blended Japanese Whisky
- 3 parts premium soda water
- Grapefruit slice or lemon peel
Method:Chill a glass with ice, pour in whisky, stir, and add soda. Garnish with a twist of grapefruit or lemon peel.
8. Free Healthcare
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Hennessy
- 0.5 oz Allspice Dram
- 0.75 oz Ginger Honey
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- Barspoon Sushi Vinegar
Method:Shake all ingredients and strain over a large cube in a rocks glass. Spray with Brennevin Aquavit to finish.
9. Flying Boat
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Boatyard Double Gin
- 1 oz Dubonnet Rouge
- 1 oz Amaro Nonino
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
Method:Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a chilled coupe glass, and garnish with a lemon peel.
10. The Final Whistle
Ingredients:
- 2 oz ALB Vodka
- 1 cup fresh watermelon, cubed
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
- Crushed ice
- Sparkling water (optional)
Method:Muddle watermelon and mint in a shaker, then add vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. Shake, pour over crushed ice, and top with sparkling water if desired. Garnish with mint and a small watermelon wedge.
11. The Pineapple Playmaker
Ingredients:
- 1 oz Wray & Nephew
- 0.5 oz Koko Kanu coconut rum
- 3.5 oz fresh pineapple juice
- 0.7 oz coconut syrup or cream
- Pinch of salt
Method:Blend all ingredients with ice until smooth and pour into a hurricane glass. Garnish with a tiny umbrella and a pineapple chunk.
12. Palm Republic Palm-Loma
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Palm Republic Silver Rum
- 1.5 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 5 oz fresh lime juice
- Bar Spoon agave syrup
- 1.5 oz club soda
- 1 dash angostura bitters
Method:Shake all ingredients except soda with ice. Strain into a Collins glass with ice, top with soda, and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
These cocktails not only capture the spirit of the World Cup but also offer a way to celebrate with friends and family during game day gatherings. Enjoy crafting these delicious drinks as you cheer for your favorite team!