As spring arrives in 2022 and the harsh restrictions of the pandemic are disappearing, we look forward to get-togethers and celebrations with great food and yummy cocktails. If there is one thing we can take away from the past two years, we are not taking things for granted. After a long time of self-mixing cocktails at home, we are now craving something a bit more special.
We see this sentiment echoed in the emerging cocktail trends this season. Special high-quality cocktails are in demand as they symbolize celebration. Let's face it. We feel like celebrating! Popular drinks are focused on health, joy, and connection. We’ll show you the top cocktail trends you should consider serving at your next party.
Discover three cocktail trends that you can incorporate into your parties.
- Tequila-based cocktails
Nothing brings people together like good tequila. Agave-based liquor is predicted to be the #1 alcohol soon enough, beating out vodka. The growing popularity of tequila is thought to have grown from the conception that tequila is a youthful and fun beverage. It also is thought to be a healthy spirit as it doesn't contain any sugar.
As you think about your drink menu, try incorporating handcrafted, ultra-premium tequila into creative cocktails like the Mystic Marvel, which adds pear puree, agave juice, and lime. The Cucumber Lime Margarita is a refreshing, current spin on the classic margarita which incorporates healthy veggies!
- Nolstaliac drinks from the past
Twists on classic cocktails are definitely more popular these days. The shutdown definitely made us appreciate comfort and there certainly is comfort in the familiar. We are enjoying retro food and cocktails alike.
Think about serving a punch at your next soiree. This recipe for a Pomegranate Champagne Punch is sure to be amazing. Frozen drinks are also trendy. Think boozy slushie! We like the sound of a Bourbon Peach Slush.
- Non-alcohol options
This is an easy way to make your event feel special for everyone as well as offer something a bit more health-conscious. We are learning that everyone wants to be together, even if not choosing to include alcohol in the mix.
Consider offering non-alcohol cocktails created with quality ingredients. Explore zero-proof spirits like Ghia, Wilfred’s Non-Alcoholic Aperitif, or Lumette. These are becoming very popular and making non-alcoholic beverages special and out-of-the-ordinary.
Thirsty yet?
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