Celebrity Drink Choices: Unveiling the Top 10 Beverages Loved by the Stars

Drinks of the Rich and Famous

After a long week of work, people all over the US visit their local watering holes for a few “happy hour” drinks. Ever wonder what your favorite celebrity likes to drink in his or her off hours? How about the POTUS himself? The rich, famous, and powerful may lead lives far different from the average person, but when it comes to their drink choices they are more like us then one might expect.

Boilermaker (Charles Bukowski)

The writer of Women and Factotum is not only famous for being a big drinker, but he’s famous for creating one of the most well-known drinking characters of all time: Henry Chinaski. Bukowski himself often enjoyed chasing a shot with a frosty beer.

Bud Light (Barack Obama)

Being the President of the United States requires a lot of tough choices. Obama made it known that he enjoys a Bud Light or two. Who knows if that’s actually the case, but there’s not much more American than a Budweiser.

Gin and Dubonnet (Queen Elizabeth)

The Queen of England is fond of this sweet sipper. Her recipe:

Gin

Gin and Dubonnet

Ingredients

• 2 parts Dubonnet Rouge
• 1 part gin
• 2 ice cubes
• 1 slice of lemon for garnish

Preparation

1. In a cocktail glass, add 2 ice cubes.
2. Pour 2 parts Dubonnet Rouge over the ice.
3. Add 1 part gin.
4. Gently stir to mix.
5. Garnish with a slice of lemon.

Jack Daniel’s (Frank Sinatra)

“Old Blue Eyes”, the leader of the Rat Pack enjoyed a good party just as much as he enjoyed performing. He once said, “I may run for the office of president. Gimme a bottle and a glass and I’ll get America off its ass.” Along with a roll of coins and a pack of smokes, Sinatra was buried with a bottle of Jack by his side.

Lemon Drop (Oprah)

Officially known as Oprah’s “Legends Lemon Drop Martini,” he served this cocktail at her Legends Ball.

Liqueur, Vodka

Lemon Drop Martini

Ingredients

• 2 oz - Vodka (Preferably Lemon Flavored)
• .75 oz - Lemon Juice
• .75 oz - Orange Liqueur
• .5 oz - Simple Syrup
• Garnish: Lemon Wheel or Peel and Sugar Rim
• Glassware: Martini

Preparation

1. Add all of the ingredients to a shaker tin without ice.
2. Add ice and shake for 8 seconds.
3. Rim the glass with lemon juice and dip in sugar.
4. Double strain cocktail into glass over no ice.
5. Garnish and enjoy.

Martin Miller’s Gin (Jimmy Fallon)

Who ever said gin isn’t inspiring? Jimmy Fallon orders Martin Miller’s by the case when he’s working to ensure that he drinks what he likes. Martini anyone?

Mojito (Ernest Hemingway)

It’s no secret that Hemingway enjoyed his daiquiris – we even ask for the Hemingway daiquiri by name. Hemingway liked to drink; he is, in fact, one of the most famous drinkers in literary history and a diabetic to boot. He spent many years in Key West and spent many nights (and days) imbibing mojitos, as well as those famous daiquiris.

Rum

Mojito

Ingredients

• 2 oz White Rum
• 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 8-10 Fresh Mint Leaves
• Soda Water (Club Soda)
• Ice
• Lime wedges and mint sprigs for garnish

Preparation

1. In a glass, muddle the fresh mint leaves and sugar together. Muddling involves gently pressing the mint leaves to release their flavor without tearing them.
2. Squeeze fresh lime juice into the glass over the muddled mint and sugar. You can adjust the amount of lime juice to your taste preferences.
3. Pour the white rum into the glass.
4. Fill the glass with ice cubes.
5. Stir the mixture well to combine the ingredients.
6. Top off the glass with soda water (club soda) to add fizz and dilute the mixture slightly. You can adjust the amount of soda water based on your desired level of sweetness and strength.
7. Garnish the Mojito with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.
8. Give it a final gentle stir, and your Mojito is ready to be enjoyed!

Old Fashioned (George Lucas)

The classic cocktail consisting of whiskey, simple syrup, angostura bitters and maraschino cherries is Star Wars creator George Lucas’ favorite drink. Maybe he had a few too many of them when he thought up Jar Jar Binks.

Whiskey

Old Fashioned

Ingredients

• 2 oz - Bourbon Whiskey
• .5 oz - Rich Simple Syrup
• 2-3 Dashes - Aromatic Bitters
• Garnish: Orange peel and Luxardo Cherry
• Glassware: Old Fashioned

Preparation

1. Add all the ingredients into mixing glass without ice.
2. Add ice and stir until chilled.
3. Strain into a glass over a large ice cube.
4. Garnish and enjoy.

Scotch (Humphrey Bogart)

Bogey liked a drink after a long day on set. At one point in his career, he changed up his drink of choice. He’s famously quoted as saying, “I never should have switched from scotch to martinis.”

White Russian (Jeffrey Lebowksi)

He may not be a real person, but The Dude (Jeff Lebowski) and his drink preferences abide. Jeff Bridges played Lebowski in the Coen Brothers’ film The Big Lebowski, imbibing upwards of nineteen White Russians during the 117 minute long movie.

Liqueur, Vodka

White Russian

Ingredients

• 1 oz - Vodka
• 1 oz - Coffee Liqueur
• 1 oz - Heavy Cream or Full Fat Milk
• Garnish: (Optional Grated Nutmeg)
• Glassware: Old Fashioned

Preparation

1. Add all of the ingredients to the glass.
2. Fill the glass ice and still gently with a bar spoon to combine.
3. Garnish and enjoy!

Additional Notes

Optionally you may shake and strain this cocktail over fresh ice. This will give the drink a thicker texture and small head of foam on top.