3 Twists on Classic Cocktails to Sip this Summer

There’s something irresistible about classic cocktails. From a Margarita to a Smash, these tried-and-true cocktails never go out of style—especially in the summer heat.

And especially with bold new twists. Give them a mix!

Enjoy this smoky Margarita that blends Gracias A Dios Espadín Mezcal with Bauchant Orange Liqueur for a vibrant balance of citrus, agave, and subtle oak. Finished with fresh lime juice and a Tajín rim, it’s bold, bright, and perfect for sunny summer days.

Liqueur, Mezcal

Oaxacan Margarita

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz. Gracias a Dios Espadín Mezcal
• ½ oz. Bauchant Orange Liqueur
• ¾ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
• ¼ oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
• ½ oz. Agave Syrup

Preparation

1. Rim a glass with Tajín (optional).
2. Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice & shake vigorously.
3. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
4. Garnish with a lime edge and enjoy!

We are always ready with whatever is in season! Enjoy this fruit-forward take on a classic Brandy Smash, built for warm days. Cheers!

Brandy

Brandy Smash

Ingredients

• 2 oz. Gran Duque D’Alba Brandy
• ½ oz. Simple Syrup
• Fresh Mint
• Fresh Berries
• Lemon Wheel

Preparation

1. Lightly muddle a handful of fresh mint leaves, a lemon wheel, simple syrup, and whatever berries or other fruits are in season in a shaker.
2. Fill with crushed ice, then add Gran Duque D’Alba Brandy and shake well.
3. Add crushed ice to a rocks glass and strain mix on top.
4. Garnish with fresh mint and a couple berries.
5. Enjoy!

This refreshing Margarita blends Bribón Tequila Reposado—aged 3 months in ex-bourbon casks—with watermelon purée and grapefruit soda for a juicy, citrusy twist. Finished with a Tajín and chamoy rim, it’s a bold, summery sipper with just the right kick.

Tequila

Watermelon Margarita

Ingredients

• 2 oz Bribón Tequila Reposado
• 2 oz Watermelon puree
• 2 oz Grapefruit soda
• Tajin & Chamoy (*for rimming)

Preparation

1. Rim a rocks glass with Chamoy, then dip in TajÍn seasoning (optional).
2. Add tequila and watermelon to a shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously.
3. Strain contents into rocks glass over fresh ice.
4. Top with grapefruit soda and garnish with watermelon slice or lime wedge.
5. Enjoy!

The Alexander #2, as it was originally known, was likely born at Rector’s, New York’s premier pre-Prohibition lobster palace, by bartender Troy Alexander, who created his eponymous concoction for a dinner celebrating Phoebe Snow, of Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad fame. It was first documented in Hugo Ensslin’s 1916 Recipes for Mixed Drinks. Enjoy this cocktail all night long, cheers!

Brandy, Sherry

Brandy Alexander Revisited

Ingredients

• 1 oz Grand Duque d’ Alba Brandy de Jerez
• 1 oz Dry Sack Medium Dry Amontillado
• 1 oz Crema de Alba

Preparation

1. Pour all ingredients over shaved or crushed ice in a mixing glass, shake and strain into a cocktail glass rimmed with white chocolate.
2. Grate fresh nutmeg on top…additional white chocolate shavings optional.